Exerpeutic Foldable Exercise Bike, 8 levels of Resistance Stationary Bicycle with Airsoft Seat, LCD Display to Track Distance, Calories, Time and Speed

I love this bike so far! I was looking for something that I could use at home and also take away to college because I don't really have a place to store exercise equipment. I chose this because it can fold up and potentially fit in a closet.When the box first came, it was a lot heavier than I expected. At first I was slightly disappointed by this, but the more I think about it, the more I'm okay with it because it means the bike is sturdy and strong. Once I got the pieces out, I could tell that this is definitely true.Assembly was easy enough...I work very slowly on things like this because I want to make sure everything is correct. Plus, I'm not exactly handy with tools and such. However, this was mostly aligning holes and putting bolts in place. It didn't take much time or stress for even me to figure out. However, I did have to look at the diagram of "labels" in order to figure out which cross bar went on the front and which went on the back. One had wheels, so I wanted to make sure this is correct. I saw in some reviews that people had stripped the left pedal when trying to put it on because you have to screw it in counterclockwise instead of clockwise, but I'm not sure how they managed to make this mistake because the instructions call attention to it like four times. Also, I saw that someone had complained that the remote holder didn't come with screws to attach it, but maybe they lost theirs because mine definitely did.Using the bike is awesome. The display works just as it should and pedaling is smooth and quiet. Like, almost silent. The seat is huge and therefore quite comfortable...it's even more comfortable than the really expensive bikes at a gym I used to use. It is definitely more comfortable than a normal bicycle. I'm 5'4" and I can reach the pedals comfortably. My parents, who have owned several pieces of exercise equipment in the past, say it is way better than any exercise bikes they have ever owned.All in all, I'm extremely thrilled that I found such a great bike for such a great price.

first-few parts so the bike is easy to assemble. i was quite impressed while putting it together, as i could see the high quality and design. we have had 3 exercise bikes in this household and this is so much better than the last, which was a weslo pursuit. what a difference! the very large seat makes a big difference, simply because i can ride it for a longer period of time. it is a given-a larger person who wants to exercise needs a larger seat. period. but oh, the quietness of this bike! i can watch tv for a time-killer without raising the volume. i live in an apartment and that's important, as my neighbor said she could hear the old bike clanking, so i quit using it altogether. i have the bike near the far wall without much light and with the old bike i actually had to have a flashlight near to read the display of my progress and actually had to stop to reach down if i wanted to change the tension control knob, this knob it up front and center as is the display. display is large, easily readable and more accurate (after checking).the pedals are set forward enough for me. i am 5'9". this bike will last a very long time as it seems to be very well built. i have used it for one month now and thought i would pass on my experience so far. i ride my exerpeutic in 4-20 minute segments. i find that i am more comfortable with this time. instead of increasing time, i have increased speed, from 9mph when i started, to 14mph at present, for a first month total of 424 miles. i sometimes take a day off or a portion of a day if i have errands. i started at 242lbs and this morning was at 228lbs, for a total loss of 14lbs in my first month. of course diet goes with it. i am quite happy with my progress and needless to say with this product. i have done my share of shopping on amazon, and i must say-this is one of the very best items i have purchased. by the way...i turned 70yrs old last november. good buyUPDATE: i have read reviews with some customers who find the seat uncomfortable. well, we're all built different, but when i began use of my bike, i was 57lbs overweight and found the seat to be quite comfortable. I am of average build, and it is great to finally find a bike for not only people who want to exercise and/or lose a few pounds, but for obese people like me. I also wanted to mention the over sized stabilizers which give confidence when mounting or dismounting. I have never had my bike sway, tilt, or rock. I wanted to mention that i have continued with my regimen of 4-20 minute segments per day and purposely made an appt with the doc 2 months from date of purchase, assembly and start of my exercise program. she told me i had lost 24lbs in 2 months. you can imagine how i feel. of course, as mentioned, diet goes with it. the only other investments i have made are a pair of bike gloves to keep perspiration from possibly causing the handlebar grips from deteriorating,-and i bought a 5lb weight. by the way, the day i went to the doctor i had clocked 933 miles on my bike in exactly 2 months. this purchase really changed my whole life. great payout for me,for the price.