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DeskCycle Under Desk Cycle Pedal Exerciser Stationary Mini Exercise Bike Office Home Equipment

Last Updated: December 15, 2019 (Refresh Now)
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Review Analysis - 755 recent, verified reviews

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Build Quality
 144
chair, pedal, pedals, desk, straps
+85%
-15%
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" ...  It is well made and very sturdy. ... I thought it might shimmy around while in use but it is rock solid.  ...  "
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" ...  This product is well designed and durable.  ...  "
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" ...  The paddle straps are not necessary  ...  "
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" ...  You have to make sure that you're chair is sturdy but overall I thought this was a great product.  ...  "
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" ...  It doesn't have a lot of parts do less to break.  ...  "
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" ...  Heavy duty, it can move little but found if I sit up straight more over the machine it stays put.  ...  "
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" ...  Easily moves from desk top for upper body & to the floor for legs.  ...  "
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" ...  This is a sturdy, well built exerciser and I have no real complaints about it.  ...  "
Ease of Use
 127
easy, easy to use, put together, easy to put, easy to set
+96%
-4%
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" ...  Easy to assemble the few parts in the packaging.  ...  "
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" ...  it is so well made, easy to store, great with a chair, and the movement is not jerky in the machine.  ...  "
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" ...  The DeskCycle was easy to assemble.  ...  "
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" ...  It’s quiet, smooth, and I love the option to pedal forward or backward.  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to assemble, and the resistance settings are legit!  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to use this under desk bike!  ...  "
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" ...  Well made and easy to adjust.  ...  "
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" ...  Relatively easy to assemble.  ...  "
Comfort
 115
legs, bike, knees, strap, desk
+75%
-25%
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" ...  I’m recovering from knee replacement and this has been wonderful in keeping my knees from getting stiff.  ...  "
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" ...  I work from home and it helps a lot with my anxiety and constantly feeling the need to move around.  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to pedal - had to try a few different chairs and couches before determining that the best and most comfortable chair was actually a folding chair that we have - puts our legs at the right height for the best peddling.  ...  "
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" ...  It's super easy to adjust the tension for a better workout, and has a Velcro strap thing you can wrap around your chair so it doesn't roll back when you pedal too fast. ... You can also remove the straps for the pedals pretty easily.  ...  "
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" ...  Comfortable - I have an upright stationary bike (what can I say, I like biking), but the stationary seat is very uncomfortable. ... Using the desk cycle is comfortable, because you’re sitting in your own desk chair.  ...  "
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" ...  As someone who works from home, I needed something that could make me feel a little bit more active while I was sitting at my desk all day.  ...  "
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" ...  and is so quiet, my pants rubbing on my legs actually makes more noise!  ...  "
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" ...  This is quieter and works just as well to help with rehab after my hip surgery.  ...  "
Fit
 105
chair, bike, pedal, knees, legs
+72%
-28%
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" ...  I used to cross my legs while sitting at my desk and when I stood up .  ...  "
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" ...  That will keep the chair in place.  ...  "
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" ...  This mostly solves the problem, but again the fit could have better.  ...  "
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" ...  Well made product ,fits under my desk at home.  ...  "
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" ...  Fits perfectly under my work desk, and is SUPER QUIET, so I'm not bothering anybody when I work!  ...  "
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" ...  It doesn't slide when I put it directly on the carpet.  ...  "
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" ...  I set the "bike" front up on a 4" rise and the tilt makes it work better with my chair. ... I also use a "balance ball" type seat-pad/cushion, which let's your hips pivot on the wobble-seat enough to make pedalling comfortable.  ...  "
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" ...  This fits perfectly under the desk.  ...  "
Size
 91
heavy, tall, quiet, compact, room
+92%
-8%
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" ...  The DeskCycle is quiet and compact.  ...  "
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" ...  I always sit in an office chair with a pillow for my back, and so while using this product, I will fold the pillow in half.  ...  "
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" ...  This is very compact and nearly silent.  ...  "
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" ...  I love this little under my desk bike!  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to assemble, light enough to carry into work.  ...  "
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" ...  The portable desk counter is a total hit ... The unit is light enough to carry with one hand in and out of the office, or wherever.  ...  "
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" ...  I’m carrying but without sacrificing any of my evening time!  ...  "
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" ...  Great addition under my desk!  ...  "
Sound Quality
 86
quiet, bike, silent, whisper quiet, deskcycle
+79%
-21%
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" ...  He also says it doesn't make much noise at all, so it can easily be used in a crowded office without distracting others.  ...  "
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" ...  It is well-built, fairly heavy, and is whisper quiet.  ...  "
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" ...  I use it at work where I am on the phone a lot and have absolutely no issue hearing because it is so extremely quiet.  ...  "
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" ...  Works great and is completely silent.  ...  "
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" ...  It's quiet.  ...  "
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" ...  Solid quiet machine.  ...  "
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" ...  I can't speak for others, but as someone with ADHD, the DeskCycle actually helps me focus, especially when there is noise. ... This is also good at helping me not be overwhelmed if I'm frustrated by noise or other distractions.  ...  "
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" ...  Solid quiet machine.  ...  "
For Running
 78
exercise bike, exercise, gym, workout, ride
+97%
-3%
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" ...  great work out bike  ...  "
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" ...  This is a great piece of exercise equipment.  ...  "
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" ...  It’s the only time I forget I’m exercising and just naturally get lost in whatever I’m doing  ...  "
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" ...  Beats the exercise bike in my office that I have to get up and sit on, now I'm not wasting my time.  ...  "
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" ...  I would recommend this device to anyone seeking a more healthy lifestyle but just can't find the time to go to the gym.  ...  "
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" ...  I think it is easier to use than a traditional exercise bike.  ...  "
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" ...  Great for low impact workout  ...  "
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" ...  Now my mom is using it for strength training too.  ...  "
Product Reliability
 74
working, weeks, deskcycle, years, day
+89%
-11%
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" ...  It`s a great product, I can exercise while I`m working.  ...  "
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" ...  Work out while you work!  ...  "
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" ...  I’m down 30 lbs in 7 months and feeling GREAT!  ...  "
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" ...  The less expensive ones are worth it, they are harder to increase the pressure but you won't be buying one every two months for yourself or your elderly relatives.  ...  "
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" ...  Purchased almost a year & a half ago.  ...  "
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" ...  Can’t imagine my work life without it at this point  ...  "
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" ...  Have been using this for a couple weeks now and I love it.  ...  "
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" ...  I was able to put it together in about 5-10 minutes, with no issues.  ...  "
Setup
 48
assembly, easy, instructions, minutes, easy to set
+98%
-2%
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" ...  Relatively easy to assemble.  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to assemble.  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to set up.  ...  "
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" ...  Assembly was simple and only took about 30 mins.  ...  "
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" ...  Easy set up and perfect to use in the office at work!  ...  "
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" ...  They made the instructions very easy.  ...  "
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" ...  Assembly was simple and only took about 30 mins.  ...  "
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" ...  Quick and easy assembly.  ...  "
Pedometer
 47
miles, steps, burn, miles a day, exercise
+96%
-4%
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" ...  Day 2 the soreness worked out and I pedaled another 40 miles.  ...  "
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" ...  I think it is easier to use than a traditional exercise bike.  ...  "
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" ...  Calories Burned Sitting = 175.8 ... Additional Calories Burned Using the Bike = 384.4  ...  "
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" ...  I have experienced this with just about every exercise bike I've owned.  ...  "
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" ...  Like the display shows and tracks minutes, calories and miles.  ...  "
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" ...  And I put my fitbit on one of the pedals and it keeps track!  ...  "
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" ...  I like the desk readout, and the website to get more accurate calorie counts.  ...  "
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" ...  If you decide to remove the foot straps a couple of steps are involved.  ...  "
Price
 47
worth, spent, worth every penny, price, investment
+94%
-6%
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" ...  Best money I've spent in a while!  ...  "
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" ...  Truly worth the investment.  ...  "
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" ...  IMO - they should include this in the cost.  ...  "
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" ...  Worth the compromise I think.  ...  "
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" ...  IMO - they should include this in the cost.  ...  "
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" ...  worth the money and easy to assemble.  ...  "
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" ...  Definitely worth the one-time investment.  ...  "
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" ...  And it was worth every penny.  ...  "
Capacity
 45
desk, room, floor, family, apartment
+89%
-11%
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" ...  It is SO quiet and perfect for the office setting.  ...  "
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" ...  I'm talking little kids to grandparents love to regularly use it at our house. ... Mostly use it at the kitchen table while using laptop. ... Sometimes move it to the family room if someone wants to pedal while sitting on the couch. ... Will purchase another one for another family member today.  ...  "
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" ...  I may, as it will probably make it a bit easier at the office. ... This little guy is so quiet, and no one in my office has yet said anything. ... I am doing 40+miles a day at work, with the desk fan blowing, and feel GREAT!  ...  "
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" ...  It's small enough where it doesn't need much room to operate, makes for easy storage while not in use an the inside of my truck does not have a whole lot of space especially when 2 people share the same small space.  ...  "
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" ...  And if you're using it at home or while you travel, it's light enough to move from room to room and compact enough to fit in luggage.  ...  "
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" ...  Overall, I love it and would definitely recommend it to friends / family / coworkers!  ...  "
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" ...  We live in a small house so I love that I can pick it up and sit it in the corner when done.  ...  "
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" ...  Very quiet and discreet to use at work under the desk  ...  "
Overall performance
 40
quiet, solid, quiet and smooth, smooth and quiet, job
+100%
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" ...  It's easy to move, small, solid, smooth, quiet.  ...  "
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" ...  The action is smooth and quiet.  ...  "
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" ...  The unit was extremely smooth, quiet and IMO well made (solid).  ...  "
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" ...  As I got older I found my metabolism slowing down.  ...  "
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" ...  Very quite and smooth.  ...  "
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" ...  Works pretty well.  ...  "
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" ...  Ultra quiet and smooth.  ...  "
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" ...  Does the job I was hopin it would.  ...  "
Storage
 40
space, tall, lot of space, knees, drawer
+93%
-8%
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" ...  It's small enough where it doesn't need much room to operate, makes for easy storage while not in use an the inside of my truck does not have a whole lot of space especially when 2 people share the same small space.  ...  "
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" ...  It's totally silent and doesn't take up a lot of space.  ...  "
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" ...  This would be a perfect solution for a small space.  ...  "
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" ...  I am 5'4" and my desk in 27 inches tall.  ...  "
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" ...  Works well for my space  ...  "
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" ...  If you are taller than I am, have long legs, or have a desk that is 27" high or lower, the Desk Cycle 2 will work better for you (that extra inch matters).  ...  "
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" ...  I looked at the height of many of the less expensive models and this has the lowest profile.  ...  "
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" ...  I am 5'4" and my desk in 27 inches tall. ... My desk is L shape so I placed the cycle in the corner as that is the deepest point under the desk and moved my monitor and keyboard to the corner position on the desk as well.  ...  "
Marketplace
 24
received, product, exactly, advertised, thank
+92%
-8%
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" ...  It is exactly as advertised.  ...  "
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" ...  Thank you to 3D Innovations and to Amazon.  ...  "
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" ...  Now I can follow doctors orders.  ...  "
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" ...  (See the photos.).  ...  "
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" ...  Works exactly as advertised.  ...  "
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" ...  It also came in it's printed box, no outer Amazon box.  ...  "
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" ...  Thank you very much!  ...  "
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" ...  One of the best items I've ever purchased on Amazon.  ...  "
Display Clarity
 19
desk, calories, see, tracker, stand
+100%
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" ...  The display is handy in that you can put it on the readout that you want.  ...  "
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" ...  I love how the display has a long cord that you can put on the top of your desk. ... The one on the display is not going to be accurate but online you can enter in your weight/height/time/distance and get a more accurate calorie burn estimate.  ...  "
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" ...  A small display can be extended to my desktop.  ...  "
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" ...  I haven't used the little desk display stand it comes with.  ...  "
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" ...  I also enjoy the display tracker that I can put on top of my desk.  ...  "
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" ...  I can see how many calories I have burned with the display on my desk, which was a great touch.  ...  "
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" ...  Like the display shows and tracks minutes, calories and miles.  ...  "
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" ...  I also enjoy the display tracker that I can put on top of my desk.  ...  "
Band
 17
chair, straps, velcro strap, pedals, pedal
+53%
-47%
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" ...  - The strap is handy for any extended peddling.  ...  "
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" ...  It comes with a velcro strap so that you can wrap it around a rolling chair.  ...  "
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" ...  The paddle straps are not necessary  ...  "
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" ...  It's super easy to adjust the tension for a better workout, and has a Velcro strap thing you can wrap around your chair so it doesn't roll back when you pedal too fast. ... You can also remove the straps for the pedals pretty easily.  ...  "
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" ...  I did find the strap helpful to keep my chair from sliding away.  ...  "
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" ...  It's super easy to adjust the tension for a better workout, and has a Velcro strap thing you can wrap around your chair so it doesn't roll back when you pedal too fast. ... You can also remove the straps for the pedals pretty easily.  ...  "
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" ...  The paddle straps are not necessary  ...  "
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" ...  I did find the strap helpful to keep my chair from sliding away.  ...  "
Device Compatibility
 17
desk, using, tv, watching, device
+76%
-24%
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" ...  A small display can be extended to my desktop.  ...  "
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" ...  I'm so thankful for such a great idea and such a simple and useful device.  ...  "
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" ...  It can link up to my Fitbit account.  ...  "
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" ...  I think this would be great for using in the evening while watching television, talking on the phone or any other task.  ...  "
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" ...  There was an ad in a news article on my phone.  ...  "
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" ...  There was an ad in a news article on my phone.  ...  "
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" ...  Like similar devices, make sure your desk is high enough for your knees not to hit.  ...  "
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" ...  lOVE THE EASE OF USE, THE QUIETNESS OF IT (SO YOU CAN BE ON THE PHONE OR WATCH TV WITHOUT HAVING TO TURN THE VOLUMN UP).  ...  "
Volume
 16
quiet, office, loud, crowded, hear
+88%
-13%
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" ...  As long as that sound does not get any louder, I can live with it.  ...  "
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" ...  I sit in a small room with 5 others and while it’s quiet I think it would be distracting.  ...  "
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" ...  My co-workers can't hear it (I work in a crowded cubicle style office), but I can feel it.  ...  "
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" ...  Very quiet and does not disturb my neighbors.  ...  "
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" ...  Very quiet and does not disturb my neighbors.  ...  "
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" ...  With the deskcycle you choose your own chair.  ...  "
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" ...  Quiet - there is a slight noise, which could probably be heard if you were on a call, but it’s not loud (more like white noise), and you can make it quiet by pedaling slower.  ...  "
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" ...  He also says it doesn't make much noise at all, so it can easily be used in a crowded office without distracting others.  ...  "
Heartrate
 16
get, without, keep, lost, level
+100%
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" ...  While I haven't lost any weight using it, it keeps my legs moving and heart rate up.  ...  "
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" ...  I love that the tracking monitor detaches and can sit on your desk so you can keep an eye on how long you've been riding/ distance.  ...  "
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" ...  Keeps my heart rate at work without being noticed by my colleagues much.  ...  "
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" ...  I have the digital display on my desktop so I can keep track of Distance/Speed/Time/Calories.  ...  "
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" ...  I pretty much just keep the tension on level 4, and that is enough to get my heart rate up for a while without making me too hot or sweaty.  ...  "
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" ...  I put it on the max resistance and actually felt my heart rate climb and I  ...  "
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" ...  Which was getting my blood circulation and heart rate going.  ...  "
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" ...  While I haven't lost any weight using it, it keeps my legs moving and heart rate up.  ...  "
Call quality
 16
conference calls, desk, exercise, calls, call
+94%
-6%
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" ...  Great for conference calls.  ...  "
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" ...  I'm able to use it while sitting in my chair and typing or being part of a conference call.  ...  "
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" ...  the desk cycle makes it really easy to get exercise while sitting at my desk during conference calls  ...  "
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" ...  The positive is I call it my "conference call workout" so I'll slide it to the side when I have a long conference call to get on.  ...  "
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" ...  the desk cycle makes it really easy to get exercise while sitting at my desk during conference calls  ...  "
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" ...  It’s quite and a mindless activity while working or on conference calls.  ...  "
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" ...  Great for conference calls.  ...  "
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" ...  It's super quiet and I pedal at an easy 2 and have no problems working or taking calls while pedaling.  ...  "
Gaming
 14
playing, game, play, find, watching
+100%
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" ...  I would recommend this product for others to use while playing video games.  ...  "
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" ...  It could be used while watching TV, working at a desk, playing games, or anywhere that gives you a little bit of room to work with.  ...  "
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" ...  We use it while playing games on the computer or just watching TV.  ...  "
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" ...  I'm on my ass all day at work and most of the night afterwards playing video games. ... I play alot of story focused, single player RPGs and its much easier to find a rhythm with that type of game.  ...  "
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" ...  I use the bike at home while playing games etc.  ...  "
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" ...  It could be used while watching TV, working at a desk, playing games, or anywhere that gives you a little bit of room to work with.  ...  "
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" ...  If you want to win the war on the damages sitting behind your desk all day long will do, get it.  ...  "
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" ...  playing video games  ...  "
Accuracy
 14
accurate, burn, calorie counter, level, work
+79%
-21%
comment
" ...  I like the desk readout, and the website to get more accurate calorie counts.  ...  "
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" ...  Their website is great if you're interested in getting exact calorie counts on what you burn each day too.  ...  "
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" ...  I honestly don’t care much about the miles calories etc but nice if you like to track that.  ...  "
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" ...  Granted, it's awesome that you're burning calories while sitting instead of just sitting and not burning much at all.  ...  "
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" ...  While the calorie counter isn’t accurate, it is super easy to use the website to calculate calories burned.  ...  "
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" ...  I like the desk readout, and the website to get more accurate calorie counts.  ...  "
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" ...  Adjustments are easy and accurate.  ...  "
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" ...  It tracks calories and has helped to make the workday more enjoyable!  ...  "
Cables
 14
display, desk, put, wire, monitor
+71%
-29%
comment
" ...  I love how the display has a long cord that you can put on the top of your desk.  ...  "
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" ...  Display attaches to machine or can use 6 ft. patch cord for desktop holder.  ...  "
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" ...  No cord and very convenient to use, move and store.  ...  "
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" ...  Obviously you can use the provided cord to strap your chair to the DeskCycle if you really want to have higher resistances without rollback.  ...  "
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" ...  It was easy to put together, the monitor has a cord that allows you to put it at your desk, and best of all I truly feel the burn in my stomach and my legs.  ...  "
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" ...  No cord and very convenient to use, move and store.  ...  "
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" ...  It was easy to put together, the monitor has a cord that allows you to put it at your desk, and best of all I truly feel the burn in my stomach and my legs.  ...  "
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" ...  I contacted the manufacturer and they responded within a couple of hours and offered to send a new display and cord.  ...  "
Returns
 13
returned, deskcycle, day, returning, ended up returning
+31%
-69%
comment
" ...  I should have returned it.  ...  "
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" ...  I should have returned it.  ...  "
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" ...  My coworkers can now hear it when I peddle and it is annoying that I plan on returning it.  ...  "
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" ...  Wish I could return this.  ...  "
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" ...  Wish I could return this.  ...  "
Controls
 12
well, resistance, tension, manually, control
+75%
-25%
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" ...  Then with the next pedal forward it slid to he other side.  ...  "
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" ...  The tension control is a nice feature as well.  ...  "
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" ...  Convenient resistance knob right beneath you.  ...  "
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" ...  Convenient resistance knob right beneath you.  ...  "
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" ...  I really like that it will not reset until I manually make it rest.  ...  "
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" ...  The rotary switch that changes resistance works well.  ...  "
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" ...  The tentioning knob allows for great adjustment.  ...  "
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" ...  The tentioning knob allows for great adjustment.  ...  "
Weight
 11
heavy, put, move, pedal, enough
+82%
-18%
comment
" ...  It is much better than sitting still, and gaining weight.  ...  "
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" ...  Light enough to move around, but heavy enough to stay put.  ...  "
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" ...  It works great and has allowed me to even start to lose some weight!  ...  "
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" ...  Well, life caught up to me and I put on some weight.  ...  "
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" ...  It is much better than sitting still, and gaining weight.  ...  "
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" ...  Has enough weight it doesnt move around as I pedal, for that alone its worth the price.  ...  "
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" ...  Light enough to move around, but heavy enough to stay put.  ...  "
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" ...  Well, life caught up to me and I put on some weight.  ...  "
Design
 10
like, idea, design, well, solid
+60%
-40%
comment
" ...  It's a good design.  ...  "
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" ...  It's a good design.  ...  "
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" ...  This is a little piece of equipment, but a surprisingly solid and totally functional little piece.  ...  "
Delivery
 9
arrived, received, product, using, time
+100%
comment
" ...  I've been using it almost every day since it arrived .  ...  "
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" ...  I basically just decided on a different option before I opened this box since I didn't want to mess it up.  ...  "
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" ...  It arrived in about a week and it works!  ...  "
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" ...  I just received this product!  ...  "
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" ...  I just received this product!  ...  "
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" ...  It also came in it's printed box, no outer Amazon box.  ...  "
For Kids
 8
love, kids, got, loves, uses
+100%
comment
" ...  I got it for my husband for his 30th birthday (his request, haha).  ...  "
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" ...  My kids got home from school and seemed interested so I used it for the first time to show them how it works.  ...  "
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" ...  I got them specifically to use in my classroom for fidgety students and they love them as well.  ...  "
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" ...  I got them specifically to use in my classroom for fidgety students and they love them as well.  ...  "
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" ...  I'm talking little kids to grandparents love to regularly use it at our house.  ...  "
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" ...  I'm talking little kids to grandparents love to regularly use it at our house.  ...  "
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" ...  My husband uses this at work - he loves it!  ...  "
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" ...  Bought three and everyone loves them  ...  "
For Fun
 8
use, everyone, easy, quiet
+100%
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" ...  It is comfortable, easy to use, and even sort of fun.  ...  "
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" ...  It is comfortable, easy to use, and even sort of fun.  ...  "
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" ...  Everyone in the family & everyone that comes over seems to want to use this, as if it's a fun toy.  ...  "
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" ...  Everyone in the family & everyone that comes over seems to want to use this, as if it's a fun toy.  ...  "
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" ...  Who knew exercise could be so easy and fun?  ...  "
Video Playback
 8
tv, use, playing, games, watching tv
+75%
-25%
comment
" ...  I think this would be great for using in the evening while watching television, talking on the phone or any other task.  ...  "
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" ...  We use it while playing games on the computer or just watching TV.  ...  "
comment
" ...  We use it while playing games on the computer or just watching TV.  ...  "
comment
" ...  I use it primarily while laying on my back, in bed, reading, watching tv or while I am on my iPad.  ...  "
comment
" ...  I use it primarily while laying on my back, in bed, reading, watching tv or while I am on my iPad.  ...  "
comment
" ...  It could be used while watching TV, working at a desk, playing games, or anywhere that gives you a little bit of room to work with.  ...  "
Product As Described
 8
advertised, see, works, expected
+100%
comment
" ...  As you can see, I didn’t even stop pedaling for the photo.  ...  "
comment
" ...  (See the photos.).  ...  "
comment
" ...  (See the photos.).  ...  "
comment
" ...  Works exactly as advertised.  ...  "
comment
" ...  Works exactly as advertised.  ...  "
comment
" ...  It is exactly as advertised.  ...  "
comment
" ...  It is exactly as advertised.  ...  "
comment
" ...  Better than I expected.  ...  "
Calorie Tracking
 7
calorie, burn, sitting, online, burned
+100%
comment
" ...  I'm 5'2" and 110 lbs so that's a lot of calories.  ...  "
comment
" ...  This is about double of the calories you burn just sitting there.  ...  "
comment
" ...  The fact I am exercising & burning hundreds of calories everyday is only an added bonus.  ...  "
comment
" ...  Calories Burned Sitting = 175.8 ... Total Calories Burned = 560.2  ...  "
comment
" ...  While the calorie counter isn’t accurate, it is super easy to use the website to calculate calories burned.  ...  "
comment
" ...  While the calorie counter isn’t accurate, it is super easy to use the website to calculate calories burned.  ...  "
comment
" ...  Granted, it's awesome that you're burning calories while sitting instead of just sitting and not burning much at all.  ...  "
Weight Tracking
 7
lose, calories, burn, height, pounds
+100%
comment
" ...  Cycling for 5 hours on a resistance of 2 will burn anywhere from 300-600 calories depending on your weight. ... The one on the display is not going to be accurate but online you can enter in your weight/height/time/distance and get a more accurate calorie burn estimate.  ...  "
comment
" ...  I understand to lose maximum weight I'll need to mix a healthy diet and additional exercise, but that's beside the point.  ...  "
comment
" ...  I understand to lose maximum weight I'll need to mix a healthy diet and additional exercise, but that's beside the point.  ...  "
comment
" ...  I know it will help keep me active and I hope it can help me lose a few pounds too.  ...  "
comment
" ...  It works great and has allowed me to even start to lose some weight!  ...  "
comment
" ...  It works great and has allowed me to even start to lose some weight!  ...  "
comment
" ...  It is much better than sitting still, and gaining weight.  ...  "
Cleaning
 7
hardwood floors, chair, slide, floor, around
+71%
-29%
comment
" ...  I have hardwood floors and had to secure it to my desk chair - no big deal.  ...  "
comment
" ...  I have hardwood floors and had to secure it to my desk chair - no big deal.  ...  "
comment
" ...  My office chair is on a mat, the bike is on carpet.  ...  "
comment
" ...  If you have hardwood floors and chairs with rollers I would suggest buying the blocks I just ordered mine so your cherry doesn't roll around.  ...  "
comment
" ...  If you have hardwood floors and chairs with rollers I would suggest buying the blocks I just ordered mine so your cherry doesn't roll around.  ...  "
For Travel
 6
ride, like, hiking, trip, sitting
+100%
comment
" ...  I use this alternately with hiking.  ...  "
comment
" ...  I use this alternately with hiking.  ...  "
comment
" ...  I feel like it will trip me up when moving my chair.  ...  "
comment
" ...  I feel like it will trip me up when moving my chair.  ...  "
comment
" ...  Safe (up until a few year ago, I use to ride a road bike, which is a little bit like taking your life in your hands, if you ride on roads in Arizona)  ...  "
comment
" ...  Safe (up until a few year ago, I use to ride a road bike, which is a little bit like taking your life in your hands, if you ride on roads in Arizona)  ...  "
Software Platform
 6
fitbit, would, time, see, like
+100%
comment
" ...  I can't wait for the Android device to attach to my Fitbit.  ...  "
comment
" ...  It can link up to my Fitbit account.  ...  "
comment
" ...  They’re supposed to create an app for the desk cycle.  ...  "
comment
" ...  They’re supposed to create an app for the desk cycle.  ...  "
comment
" ...  Will update review if I have problems.  ...  "
comment
" ...  A 5 Star item however I would like them to develop a phone app that can calculate actual calories burned based on speed, time, age, etc that they have on their website.  ...  "
Mouse
 6
keyboard, chair, reach, mouse, desk
+100%
comment
" ...  They have a different pedaling style needed than a bicycle so you dont swing and move in a office chair.  ...  "
comment
" ...  Doing this still ensures the pillow supports my back, while still allowing me access to my keyboard/mouse without strain, and able to cycle comfortably.  ...  "
comment
" ...  I always sit in an office chair with a pillow for my back, and so while using this product, I will fold the pillow in half. ... Doing this still ensures the pillow supports my back, while still allowing me access to my keyboard/mouse without strain, and able to cycle comfortably. ... There's at least some amount of friction given on an office chair mat.  ...  "
comment
" ...  I'll probably need a lumbar support on my chair as well so as not to continually have to reach the keyboard and mouse on the desk (even with all the above I still need to reach slightly).  ...  "
comment
" ...  I'll probably need a lumbar support on my chair as well so as not to continually have to reach the keyboard and mouse on the desk (even with all the above I still need to reach slightly).  ...  "
comment
" ...  I bought it after ACL surgery to help keep my knee moving while I'm at work all day at my desk (I found it very difficult to walk again right after sitting with the knee bent after a half hour or more).  ...  "
Keyboard
 6
desk, reach, chair, typing, mouse
+100%
comment
" ...  In fact, I am sitting at my desk peddling while typing.  ...  "
comment
" ...  I am actually biking now while typing this.  ...  "
comment
" ...  Ability to still reach keyboard ... Doing this still ensures the pillow supports my back, while still allowing me access to my keyboard/mouse without strain, and able to cycle comfortably.  ...  "
comment
" ...  Ability to still reach keyboard ... Doing this still ensures the pillow supports my back, while still allowing me access to my keyboard/mouse without strain, and able to cycle comfortably.  ...  "
comment
" ...  I'll probably need a lumbar support on my chair as well so as not to continually have to reach the keyboard and mouse on the desk (even with all the above I still need to reach slightly).  ...  "
comment
" ...  I'll probably need a lumbar support on my chair as well so as not to continually have to reach the keyboard and mouse on the desk (even with all the above I still need to reach slightly).  ...  "
Features
 6
well, settings, resistance, higher, different
+67%
-33%
comment
" ...  The tension control is a nice feature as well.  ...  "
comment
" ...  This cycle is very sturdy and has several features that I might not have thought I’d need but really like now.  ...  "
comment
" ...  This cycle is very sturdy and has several features that I might not have thought I’d need but really like now.  ...  "
comment
" ...  I love the fact that it has up to 8 different resistance settings.  ...  "
Shave Quality
 5
quite, solid
+100%
comment
" ...  Very quite and smooth.  ...  "
comment
" ...  Very quite and smooth.  ...  "
comment
" ...  It’s very smooth, it’s super heavy so it stays put, and I find it very pleasant.  ...  "
Device Stand
 5
desk, since, legs, pushed, good
+60%
-40%
comment
" ...  I placed it against the wall under my desk (my desk has a clearance of 27") & I'm able to have my legs underneath while using.  ...  "
comment
" ...  I placed it against the wall under my desk (my desk has a clearance of 27") & I'm able to have my legs underneath while using.  ...  "
comment
" ...  I’m also a huge fan of the desk stand for the odometer.  ...  "
Food Items
 5
thing, since, exercise, couch
+100%
comment
" ...  I switched to drinking coke zero sugar when I eat lunch and dinner.  ...  "
comment
" ...  I switched to drinking coke zero sugar when I eat lunch and dinner.  ...  "
comment
" ...  Ok, I've only had this 3 days, but seriously, this is the best thing since sliced bread.  ...  "
comment
" ...  Ok, I've only had this 3 days, but seriously, this is the best thing since sliced bread.  ...  "
comment
" ...  Seriously you can be a couch potato, drink beer, eat pizza, watch tv, AND exercise at the SAME TIME!!  ...  "
Water Resistance
 5
work, gym, water, pool, bike
+60%
-40%
comment
" ...  Definitely has the ability to make you work up a sweat.  ...  "
comment
" ...  Definitely has the ability to make you work up a sweat.  ...  "
comment
" ...  VERY PRODUCTIVE vs going to the gym or cycling/running outside, and I can do it day or night regardless of the weather.  ...  "
Wash Programs
 4
resistance, resistance settings, different, higher, 8
+100%
comment
" ...  Multiple resistance settings  ...  "
comment
" ...  I love the fact that it has up to 8 different resistance settings.  ...  "
comment
" ...  I love the fact that it has up to 8 different resistance settings.  ...  "
As Gift
 4
son, bought
+100%
comment
" ...  We bought this as a birthday gift for me.  ...  "
comment
" ...  I don’t normally spend much on gifts, but there were a few people that I’ve already decided I’m going to gift this too because they work at a desk like I do and this thing really feels great to pedal.  ...  "
comment
" ...  Bought this as a gift for my son with Down syndrome who needs to exercise more.  ...  "
comment
" ...  Bought this as a gift for my son with Down syndrome who needs to exercise more.  ...  "
Washing
 3
+100%
comment
" ...  This under desk cycle is 100% silent.  ...  "
comment
" ...  It has replaced the large incumbent bike I had collecting clothes.  ...  "
comment
" ...  It has replaced the large incumbent bike I had collecting clothes.  ...  "
Coffee
 3
fits perfectly, drink
+100%
comment
" ...  I put it beside my bed and use it first thing in the morning as I drink my coffee.  ...  "
comment
" ...  This one is super sturdy and fits perfectly in our living room behind the coffee table.  ...  "
comment
" ...  This one is super sturdy and fits perfectly in our living room behind the coffee table.  ...  "
Apps
 3
fitbit, would, time, see, progress
+100%
comment
" ...  I can't wait for the Android device to attach to my Fitbit.  ...  "
comment
" ...  Using the DeskCycle app to track my progress is very helpful as well. ... It can link up to my Fitbit account.  ...  "
comment
" ...  A 5 Star item however I would like them to develop a phone app that can calculate actual calories burned based on speed, time, age, etc that they have on their website.  ...  "
Cable Length
 3
wire, cord, monitor, display, desk
+33%
-67%
comment
" ...  So they put the wire in, but you can’t plug it into the peddler.  ...  "
comment
" ...  So they put the wire in, but you can’t plug it into the peddler.  ...  "

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Specifications

Body
Size:  27 meters
Display
Type:  LCD 
27 meters
SIZE
LCD
TYPE