Stamina 15 0120 InStride Cycle XL :: Education by Design Store

Customer Reviews

It is really a good quick exercise machine.

2008-04-08
Low impact, but will make the burn if you work it. I use it during the summer time when I can't get outside due to the heat. You can sit on the edge of a bed or chair and peddle away in an air conditioned room. Doesn't take up a lot of room to use. It takes a moment to get use to the foot and peddle action, you are not pressing down like on a bike but forward. Great for elderly or someone who is just starting out their routines. You do not need to stand up to use the product. Therefore, not alot of pressure on your knees. Very sturdy, even if you are over 300 lbs, since you are not standing on the machine it will work for you. Can be used under a desk at work, make a little noise. Works on the legs and moves the blood, great for the numb butt. It does not take up much room for storage, about 2'x 2'space. Easy to put together. Not what I recommend for traveling, it is alittle heavy. But a wonderful work out machine to use while listening to your Ipod !!

Nice and Sturdy

2008-04-06
The Stamina cycle XL arrived promptly and was easy to set up. I now enjoy cycling comfortably in an arm chair while watching TV. Family members admire the device's utility and appearance. The only drawback is the tendency to slip forward on my tile floor. I solved this by tying the Stamina XL to the legs of the chair. The Stamina Xl seems to substitute nicely for a much more expensive recumbent bike.

Great versatility

2008-03-16
This product offers great versatility. Good cycle exercise for the legs and great workout for the arms. It doesn't take much space and is very sturdy.

InStride cycle

2008-03-05
I bought this product for my 90 yr old mom who enjoys walking, but often is unable to due to the weather or tiredness. Looking at the product online, I really was not expecting much - just a simple machine for my mom to use occasionally when she is watching TV or otherwise unable to walk.
That is exactly what I got. Simple to assemble, simple to use. Anyone would really be hard-pressed to get fit and buff from this machine. Basically it just keeps my mom a little limber in arms and legs and occupy her interest for a few minutes each day.
I can see a usefulness in the middle of an office day where you can keep one under your desk and do a modicum of leg exercises to mildly keep your legs toned. That's it.
You don't get much and do not expect much. But for what it can do, it's not bad.

Good for a little workout

2008-02-25
I knew I wouldn't get a cardio workout with this and it wasn't my purpose. I recently had hip surgery and my right thigh muscle is very weak. This gives my leg a workout without straining it too much. I love it and recommend it to anyone who has a hard time riding a stationery bike or for someone like me, who needs help after surgery, or for a senior citizen who doesn't get much exercise it would be perfect!

Very nice product

2008-06-22
Product is very well designed, quiet to use, and takes up a minimal amount of space. Shipping time was excellent.
You should be aware that if you are working out on a wood floor, the product will slip forward on the floor. The problem is aggravated if you are sitting on a chair with wheels. Solution: Put the cycle in front of a wall or other heavy object.

Quite nice!

2008-06-16
I bought this for an older woman, she was quite pleased with it. However, you should mention it needs to be put together!

Wish I Had Saved My Money

2008-05-10
I was very disappointed in this product and ended up returning it. One of my magazines rated it highly, but I thought it was flimsy. I tried it and it went right back in the box.

great product

2008-04-17
I purchased this for an elderly parent that is rehabbing at home. He was able to use it right away with his legs and put it on a table to use it with his arms as well. There is a timer that lets him know how long he has excercised and it has a tension adjustment to use as he improves. Very good product.

Good Cycle, But Slightly Misleading Design

2008-04-08
this is a good cycle, but the only thing i don't like about it is that the time counter attached to the bike cannot be reset. this design doesn't seem to make any sense to me. Had I known this, I would have opted for the less expensive version of the bike.