Isokinetics Deluxe Pedal Exerciser White :: Education by Design Store

Customer Reviews

I would not buy if I could go back.

2008-03-12
I couldn't get the hang of using this sitting down, so now I use it exclusively as an arm exerciser. I don't do that very often either, though, because the right petal unscrews itself with each rotation. I chose this one for it's low, wide stance. I would not buy if I could go back.

Don't waste your money!

2008-03-06
This item is not that easy to use....buy the entire bicycle instead of wasting your money on these pedals. It certainly does fit under a desk, however, you cannot pedal it under a desk unless your desk is up on blocks. Also, it is frustrating to use as it is so lightweight and it keeps moving away from you. I put a piece of rubber under it to prevent it from moving but it still was moving so I placed a 15 pound weight behind it. Even with my set up, it would tend to tip over backwards if I got to going too fast. It was so frustrating to use that I have not been able to do more than 10 minutes on it and I have since put it away! Also, without the seat, you need to figure out what works best for you. I am 5'10" with very long legs and a regular dining room chair was too short. I put three cushions on the chair to get the desired height but that was too woobly. I tried placing it against the wall at an angle while I sat on the floor in a recumbent position but that was very uncomfortable. I couldn't even last 5 minutes. I tried different positions and chair heights but nothing I tried worked well. I would recommend buying the entire bicycle with seat adjustments. I thought this item would save on space, which it does, but what good is it if I don't/can't use it? This item is going in my next garage sale!

Great for home exercise

2008-03-05
I bought both this deluxe model and the basic model for rehab after torn-meniscus knee arthro surgery. Besides having the monitors, the deluxe model is smoother and feels sturdier while pedaling, has a smaller rotation diameter than the basic model, and of course less mobile than the basic model. If you can lift it to a table, it works well as an arm pedaler. It's short of a 5-star rating because one of the pedals unwinds itself periodically., and also the feet are more slippery than the basic model. A 24" square of spongy rug underlay material works fine as a base over carpet or hard flooring. I would recommend it even as a general exercise piece for the home.

Elbow rehabilation

2007-10-29
I bought the pedal exerciser for my wifes elbow rehab. it works great, she can do several of the therpy exercises. IT helps keep her elbow streched and is getting better each day. It is a bargin for the price. A little high on the shipping.

Cheaper than an exercise bike!

2007-08-14
We bought the pedal exerciser for my 87-year-old dad, who was told to buy an exercise bike after he broke his hip. We couldn't afford a bike, nor was there room to put it. His therapist said the pedal exerciser was a good idea. Dad likes and USES it because he can watch golf on TV and pretend he's walking with the crowd! He uses it daily while watching TV. The only drawback for him is it is heavy to move; in addition, my mother and I aren't sure the tension can really be adjusted. It doesn't feel any different to her when she does adjust it to a stronger setting. The best thing is that Dad actually uses it, and he really doesn't like to exercise that much!

Superior product

2007-04-11
Direct from manufacturer pricing. No middleman means no need to pay more. The Isokinetics Deluxe Pedal Exerciser creates resistance using a nylon band, combined with gears, which tightens around a cylinder when you crank the pedals, creating an even resistance and smooth pedal rotation. Turn the resistance control knob to increase or decrease resistance. The digital readout provides workout information updated constantly. Use it as a floor pedal exerciser for leg exercises or place it on a table for arm exercises. Compared to our Standard Pedal Exerciser or Magnetic Pedal Exerciser, the Deluxe Pedal Exerciser is better suited for office. It has the lowest pedal height at top position, 10.5" from the floor, making it the best choice for using under a desk. The white color fits in with most decor. For the "smoothest" ride, see our Magnetic Pedal Exercisers.

Machine okay for normal person

2007-03-09
The tension adjustment didnt seem to do much in terms of make it easier or harder to pedal. My mother who suffered a stroke was unable to use it because even on the easiest setting it was still to hard for her to use. Had to send it back because of that.

deluxe pedal exerciser - review of service

2007-02-07
I found the experience of purchasing the deluxe pedal exerciser very good. It was easy to order and the product arrived exactly when they said it would. The product works well. It is for my disable mother and she is able to use it with the help of a nurse.