Considering a reconditioned exercise bike?
Monday, October 27th, 2008If you are on a limited budget, a reconditioned exercise bike offers great value allowing you to expand your home gym without hurting your wallet. Reconditioned means “used” but these bikes are rebuilt like new – and cost a whole lot less.
Used exercise bikes, especially top-end models, hold their value since the parts that are worn are replaced during the reconditioning process. If you buy from an established dealer (recommended), your exercise equipment will be examined by a qualified technician who will physically inspect all moving parts, and any bike part that shows more than 25% of wear will be replaced.
What to look for in reconditioned bike
The used bike is taken a part and will have a new chain, drive belt, and hardware/clips installed. The exerciser is then put back together and cleaned, painted and polished. Finally the reconditioned bike is tested and shipped out or ready for pick up. Often times you won’t be able to tell the difference between a used bike and a new one – except, of course, in the price you pay.
The top brands of exercise bikes have a proven track record for durability and reliability, so in addition to their great features and ease of use, once they’ve been reconditioned they are virtually maintenance-free.
You can choose a used exercise bike such as a
Precor C846i Upright Cycle for your indoor workout, or hit the road on your two-wheeler when the weather is nice, but don’t miss out on biking as a complete exercise that goes easy on the knees and provides a good cardio workout.
You’ll soon find that biking increases your endurance and energy level — and the pounds will melt away. Just like aerobics, an hour a day on your exercise bike will burn around 400 calories or more. No matter what your fitness level, you’ll add enjoyment to your home workout with the addition of a used or reconditioned exercising bike.
An exercise bike is built to provide even the most physically fit athlete with plenty of resistance during exercise. No matter while level of fitness you are currently at, you should check out some reviews and consider purchasing one of these great machines for your home. You’ll burn more calories and it will keep you on the life long road to fitness and good health.