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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

Recumbent bikes are as effective as traditional uprights?

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

No real difference, find it more awkward to sit in a recumbent to be honest. Couldn't put as much effort through the pedals.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

The saddle may be comfier.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Good if you suffer back problems when cycling though

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

Thanks ive used one before when i used to go to the gym and they are very comfy and i had no problems using it.but im willing to sacrifice a little comfort if the uprights are better.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

I'd say an upright works you harder because the position isn't as efficient. But as it's a stationary bike that makes no odds. If it were a road bike then efficiency is the key.

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

Ok great, Im Thinking I'll get the recumbent then if there's not much difference as I've more chance of keeping to it if it's comfier. Thanks

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By *afadaoMan over a year ago

Staines

I recently switched from a standard bike to a recumbent and was very laid back about it

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"I recently switched from a standard bike to a recumbent and was very laid back about it

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