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FITNATION TSV - February 17, 2024

beach-mom — Sat, 17 Feb 2024 04:31:40 GMT

F43665 - EZ Step Upright and Recumbent Bike with 16 Levels $199.98

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Re: FITNATION TSV - February 17, 2024

Goodie2shoes — Sat, 17 Feb 2024 05:34:14 GMT

I have the previous version of this bike bought as a TSV from QVC more than 7-8 yrs ago. I started out very well riding the bike daily but then I got off track. Right now it's sitting in the corner of my bedroom and I haven't rode it in over a year. After having a repeat knee replacement in 2020 it's still difficult to completely bend my right knee and there is still a little pain and permanent swelling. For those interested it's a good exercise bike and worth the price JMO.

Re: FITNATION TSV - February 17, 2024

Sweet Kitties — Sat, 17 Feb 2024 13:10:42 GMT

It looks like a nice bike, but we already have one. My husband uses it almost everyday. I don't care for exercise bikes, myself. After more than 20 years, I'm still doing aerobics DVD's 5 days a week. I mostly do Leslie Sansone. I also do a strength training DVD for seniors called HASfit. I bought a squating machine because I noticed I was starting to have a little more difficulty standing up after sitting awhile. The squat machine is doing wonders!

Re: FITNATION TSV - February 17, 2024

LadybugDG — Sat, 17 Feb 2024 15:11:09 GMT

I like it, but I already have a lot of exercise equipment that I don't use, lol. Don't need another dust collector.

Re: FITNATION TSV - February 17, 2024

msgb — Sat, 17 Feb 2024 15:11:10 GMT

My husband and I purchased last years version. We both use it most every day. He walks a good 4 miles and on days due to weather he will use the bike. I usually do anywhere between 8-14 miles on the bike each day. It is not all in one sitting but thru the day.

Love the fact that the bike can be folded up and put along side the wall.

Re: FITNATION TSV - February 17, 2024

toti — Sat, 17 Feb 2024 16:20:38 GMT

Hi, thank you! What squat machine do you own?

Re: FITNATION TSV - February 17, 2024

BdBettyB — Sat, 17 Feb 2024 17:31:07 GMT

To those who have this bike or a version of it is it good quality? I don't want to buy something that will break down in a year or more. Thanks.

Re: FITNATION TSV - February 17, 2024

1tuffcookie — Sat, 17 Feb 2024 18:03:19 GMT

@BdBettyB wrote:
To those who have this bike or a version of it is it good quality? I don't want to buy something that will break down in a year or more. Thanks.

I have another version of Fitnation bike that was a TSV in January 2022. It's a sturdy bike and I like the large seat. I seriously considered a much more expensive indoor bike, but decided on this one.

My display is larger than the one on this current TSV. I like the size of my display, but it seems like it goes through a lot of batteries. It takes two AAA batteries. It's not exactly easy to change them out, and it seems like not long after I replace them, it's time to replace them again. I think it would be much easier if the place that holds the batteries were on the front instead of on the back of the display. (I'm not sure if they changed that feature on this current bike.)

My resistance bands for the arms are located in the middle rather than on the sides like today's version. The bands have held up very well, but I have the resistance set and don't mess with that control.

The worst thing is I sometimes have to fight with my cat to get on it because it's one of his favorite places to sit. 😹

Overall, I'm glad I made this purchase. Mine is still going strong after a couple of years and still looks new.

Re: FITNATION TSV - February 17, 2024

sarahpanda — Sat, 17 Feb 2024 18:02:48 GMT

The only time I heard them talk about how hard it was to put together, they glossed over it, so - I'M WONDERING HOW HARD IT IS TO PUT TOGETHER ????? Be my luck, I'd never get it together 'right' and it would have to go in the trash.

Re: FITNATION TSV - February 17, 2024

CamilleP — Sat, 17 Feb 2024 19:22:07 GMT

@sarahpanda My DH and I, between us, got an earlier version of this bike together, it was NOT easy, so unless they've improved their design, you'd want an extra pair of hands and some tools to put this one together, I'd bet.

To everybody else who has one of these bikes, can you extend your legs to almost straight when you peddle? I am only 5'7" tall, and the previous version I got, even with the seat set as high as possible, still left my knees bent at an almost 90 degree angle at their fullest extension as I pedalled. It took me half again as much time as usual to get the same distance I was used to getting on my old exercise bike, meaning I was riding the bike almost two hours straight! I don't have that much extra time in my day, even if I am retired! So DH and I took the danged thing apart again, boxed it back up, and sent it back.

I watched the presentation last night, and nobody, no matter their height, was extending their legs to full extension, as one is supposed to do when pedalling, regular or exercise bike. Also, the "recumbent" position is only a smidge off vertical, hardly a true recumbent. I just cannot take a chance on this line again, not unless they make a bike that is actually properly sized for an adult.

Re: FITNATION SV - February 17, 2024

knittykitty — Sat, 17 Feb 2024 20:07:57 GMT

Cubii does the same thing and takes up FAR less space and no assembly other than 2 mins to put pedals on. jmho

Re: FITNATION TSV - February 17, 2024

Etoile308 — Sat, 17 Feb 2024 20:37:17 GMT

@1tuffcookie, you are so right about the batter life. I don't find it too difficult to change the batteries but you do have to be bent in front of the bike to reach them.

I did not find the older version difficult to put together myself. For me the most difficult thing was attaching the foot straps, which means not too difficult at all.

I'm seriously considering buying this newest version. My only complaint with the older version was the height. I couldn't lower the seat as low as I'd liked, and usually use a step stool to get on. This version makes it easier to straddle. I also like the placement of the monitor better, and think I prefer where they've moved the resistance bands.

Re: FITNATION TSV - February 17, 2024

ROMARY — Sat, 17 Feb 2024 20:37:37 GMT

I'm still waiting for an adjustable back height-wise.

The higher the padded back support, the better for sitting / reclining back in a recumbent position.

This one, as well as others, seems too low, if you know what I'm describing.

Re: FITNATION TSV - February 17, 2024

sueinsf — Sat, 17 Feb 2024 20:57:40 GMT

@1tuffcookie wrote:
@BdBettyB wrote:
To those who have this bike or a version of it is it good quality? I don't want to buy something that will break down in a year or more. Thanks.
I have another version of Fitnation bike that was a TSV in January 2022. It's a sturdy bike and I like the large seat. I seriously considered a much more expensive indoor bike, but decided on this one.

My display is larger than the one on this current TSV. I like the size of my display, but it seems like it goes through a lot of batteries. It takes two AAA batteries. It's not exactly easy to change them out, and it seems like not long after I replace them, it's time to replace them again. I think it would be much easier if the place that holds the batteries were on the front instead of on the back of the display. (I'm not sure if they changed that feature on this current bike.)

My resistance bands for the arms are located in the middle rather than on the sides like today's version. The bands have held up very well, but I have the resistance set and don't mess with that control.

I may have the same model but I got it earlier. Hard to remember the assembly but I think it may have taken me about 45 minutes and I was able to do it myself. As I recall there were good instructions but a number of parts, so maybe not for everyone (I don't know if that has changed since this model is different). I don't find my monitor uses batteries often at all (not sure why that would be different for me because I do always use it).

I love this bike because it is SO quiet! I generally watch TV while biking. I don't use it in the recumbent position, just upright and I rarely change the tension.

What I like better in the older model is the placement of the resistance cords (in the front) and I like the larger monitor but I don't use it with a phone or tablet (although I could if I wanted to).

What I like better in the newer version is the adjustability of the handlebars, both in terms of raising them up and down and the ability to move them forward and to step in and out so easily.

Re: FITNATION TSV - February 17, 2024

Im So Blessed — Sat, 17 Feb 2024 21:10:48 GMT

Did they seriously forget the color red. I don't think the bage is a good choice color. I would have purchased this , but since they only had those three colors and no red... No purchase today!

Re: FITNATION TSV - February 17, 2024

Patty522 — Sat, 17 Feb 2024 21:31:09 GMT

Does anyone know if this bike is good for short people? I'm 5'2" and worry about reaching the pedals or handle bars, or the seat being too high for me. Which parts are adjustable?

Re: FITNATION TSV - February 17, 2024

sarahpanda — Sat, 17 Feb 2024 21:51:19 GMT

@Im So Blessed ....you're joking, right? About not buying the bike because they didn't have 'red'?

Re: FITNATION SV - February 17, 2024

LizzieInSRQ — Sat, 17 Feb 2024 23:45:27 GMT

@knittykitty wrote:
Cubii does the same thing and takes up FAR less space and no assembly other than 2 mins to put pedals on. jmho

I would think this bike would have a much greater range of motion and a more controlled sitting position and aligment. Its amazing that its only $20 more than a cubii but is a commitment when it comes to putting together and space.

Re: FITNATION TSV - February 17, 2024

CamilleP — Sun, 18 Feb 2024 02:24:37 GMT

@Patty522 I got a different model of this bike a couple of years ago, and sent it back because it was so small I could not expand it enough to fit me, and I am only 5'7". I think this one would probably work for you, and you might even be able to adjust it enough so that you were pedalling properly. For me, I'd be at risk of breaking my jawbone with my knees on that thing, LOL!