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Stationary Bike Anonymous
Hey /fit/,

I'm looking to pick up a stationary bike tomorrow, because I just moved to Pittsburgh, and with a ton of hills everywhere, riding my BMX bike is a gigantic pain in the ass (in terms of for cardio).

So I've opted to get a stationary bike. From what I've seen, most of them kind of recline and don't replicate the way you would ride a real bike. Does this matter at all, and if it does which one should I get?

Are they any better options than a stationary bike for my cardio? I was thinking maybe a treadmill, but I hate running so really leaning towards the bike, but if running is a better option, I guess I'll get a treadmill as well.

Any other options that I may not know about that you could suggest?

Pic related: It's my pink/purple bike.
>> Anonymous
Most stationary bikes suck. They put you in an awkward, erect position, the saddle looks it came from your granny's 3-speeder, the pedals look like they came off a trike, etc. I'd say to go for a spinning bike, at least they are far more realistic with the feel than those department store pieces of crap, but spinning bikes are FAR too expensive.
If you really enjoy cycling why not get a cheap road bike and an indoor trainer to attach to it? That way you can enjoy those hills or ride indoors.
>> Anonymous
>>159485

I was actually thinking about getting a trainer as well, but they are out of my price range. The prices I'm seeing are 300-700 bucks. Is there anyway to get one cheaper than that?
>> Anonymous
>>159952

Craig's List and eBay.

Also, if you get a training bike, for God's sake don't get one that puts your legs out in front of you. At anything above a low intensity, that thing hurt my knees more than anything else ever has.
>> Anonymous
>>159964
seconded. I picked up my trainer for $50 off CL.
>> Anonymous
If you already have a bike get the thing that you put under your rear wheel so it would be in midair, and then just RIDE.