It’s a Winner, January 9, 2011

Got the peddler yesterday and put it together and used it last evening. It’s a very substantially constructed item- nothing cheezy about it. Being relatively heavy, it doesn’t slide around easily when you use it.

The great thing about it is that it is simple to assemble: two screws attach the 2 feet parts to the peddle mechanism and those screws have nice, large, smooth knobs that you turn to tighten down- no sharp ends or tiny screw heads requiring any tools to try to work with arthritic fingers. Also, the knob regulating peddle resistance is smooth and well-made too. This is a great feature- being able to make it harder to peddle as you get stronger (this way you can continue to get stronger).

Foot peddle straps are nice and large and there’s no open peddle mechanism or exposed chain to get clothing caught in- and the peddling action is very smooth.

All-in-all it’s a high-quality item, not some chintzy thing and it appears to be made to last. Also recommend anyone with knee arthritis to check out Treat Your Own Knee Arthritis.

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Cute and Easy – Better than Nothing, April 28, 2010

For the money, this little pedal exerciser is pretty good. I keep it in front of my favorite chair so I am forced to use it. I definitely notice my breathing increases and my abdominal muscles do get some work, in addition to my legs getting some nice activity. For variety, you can pedal backwards and it seems to work slightly different muscles. It is well-constructed and quiet. The straps are useful but not necessary. The so-called tension adjuster doesn’t make any noticeable change in the energy required to pedal so, if you need to seriously ramp up your leg muscles, don’t get this little guy. If you are a couch potato or are chair-bound, this thing is great!

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Did not come fully assembled, February 17, 2010

It works ok. Don’t expect this to replace a full-on workout at the gym or whatever. But it does what it does well enough. It didn’t come fully assembled. The tension knob and area does get hot. If you are someone who has trouble getting out to exercise, this is much better than not doing anything. I can tell the difference when I use it.

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