Re: More exercise bike La De Dah at Argos ?

If you have a "proper bike" that you're happy with, why not get a cheap
"turbo trainer" - will work out loads cheaper and you'll have something
better to "ride" on.

Suggest a Cycleops Wind to get you started (available in UK) - resitance
depends on the gear that you're in and the effort you're putting in - ideal
if you're just starting.

Cheers,
Chris

"Phil" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote in message
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> I am 57 medium build 5' 6" 11 st and have taken little exercise for
> years. Both my parents have had heart attacks. I used to ride a bike
> but dont want to now.
>
>  I am planning to buy a cheapish 70 quid exercise bike in the Argos
> catalogue for a 2 or 3 mile stint 2 or 3 times a week for a little
> light regular leg exercise. I sit at a computer gooning around in
> chatrooms for too long and my legs ache from my inertia.
>
> Am I buying useless rubbish or am I buying something that will suit
> the light demands I will put it to. Should I be looking at a device
> which will cost hundreds and do lots of things I may not use. Maybe
> you have other more lateral ideas, although I do fancy an exercise
> bike as a light user. I have a proper bike but dont like rain and cant
> carry mucho shopping on it. Loads of buns <G>.
>
> Phil of Whittlesey Peterborough  England