Marcy Upright Mag Bike Review

Product Name:	Marcy Upright Mag Bike
Brand:	Marcy
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Introduction

You know how important establishing an exercise routine is for your overall health. You’ve been reminded countless times by doctors, commercials, celebrities, and your newly “fit” friends on social media. The last thing you want is someone else telling you that exercise, when paired with a nutritious diet, will increase your overall health and prolong your life. You get it, but you’re busy. You’re busy, and health clubs are expensive and usually crowded, which makes it difficult for you to talk yourself into going- especially after a long day. If you fall into this budget conscious, slightly introverted, yet still semi-health conscious category, and you are looking for a way to squeeze in a half an hour of cardio into your daily routine, a stationary bike like the Marcy Upright Mag Bike could be the answer you’ve been searching for. This upright bike is silky smooth, ultra quiet, discreetly designed, and- best of all- affordable.

Performance

This upright bike from one of the leaders in innovative exercise equipment offers a polished magnetic 8 level resistance system designed to benefit a multitude of fitness levels. The continuous manual resistance makes for a smooth, whisper quiet ride free of the sudden jerks than can plague chain-driven models. As an upright bike, the pedals on this model are counterbalanced and come complete with straps to minimize the possibility of foot slippage.

Key Features and Benefits

The Marcy utilizes 14 gauge steel tubing for construction, which enables the bike to be supremely sturdy yet comfortably lightweight. Built in transport rollers on the legs help to make the bike easily transferable from one room to another while the unobtrusively designed display screen provides just enough information and functionality to be helpful without being confusing. It will also let you know just how many calories you had left before you have completely burnt off those french fries you ate at lunch (I know they seemed so at the time, but tell me now: were they worth it?).

PROS

Small Footprint: 31.5″ x 48.75″ x 18″
Weighs only 43 lbs
Display automatically keeps track of time; distance traveled, speed and calories burned
Contoured, foam padded handlebars
High-density foam, fully adjustable seat
Budget Friendly
2 Year Limited Warranty

CONS

The assembly can be challenging, particularly the resistance cable.

Insider Tip

While most reviewers here had no issue with the provided seat, the overweight and the elderly did note some discomfort. If you find yourself falling into any of these categories, you may want to consider purchasing a gel seat cover.

FAQs

Is this bike foldable for storage? Though small, this bike is not foldable and must be stored in the “in use” position.

Are the handlebars adjustable? Unfortunately, no. The handlebars are not adjustable at all. This should not be a problem for those, who do not have short arms.

Can you stand on this bike? The placement of the handlebars makes standing difficult though it is stable enough to handle a standing rider.

Verdict

If you’ve finally decided to take the plunge into a healthier lifestyle, the Marcy Upright Mag Bike provides a great jumping off point. If you are a member of the budget conscious crowd, who still wants to stay in shape but doesn’t like the idea of spending two months worth of their grocery budget on a gym membership; then the Marcy Upright Mag Bike might be for you. Affordable, and small enough for the spatially challenged, the Marcy Upright Mag Bike will provide an excellent addition to any workout program. Whether your intentions are to use the bike only on poor weather days, or as the central feature of your cardio routine, the multiple levels of adjustable resistance should be able to fit your needs perfectly. Typically, novice and seasoned riders alike have proven to be very pleased with the performance of the Marcy Upright Mag Bike and have come to share their opinions about this exercise bike here. Their feedback should help you make a more informed decision regarding your potential purchase.