Buying a spinning bike

[Molpadia]

I am looking at buying a spinning bike.. but oh boy I did not know what I was going to get myself into.

Any advise as to what I should look at?

Which is better Chain driven or belt driven spin bikes?

What should a good flyweel weight be?

I have had a look at the Schwin bikes.. just because I know the Brand.. but I am going to use it as my home spinning bike.. So do not need top of the range.

All your suggestions will be appreciated.

[Zen]

I suggest you tell me what state you're in.
If you're anywhere near me I'll let you have one for $50.
Reebok. It was used in spin class at the Y then sold to me when they bought new ones.
I never use it, i still go to the gym to spin

[Molpadia]

Thanks Zen... I am from New Zealand, so unfortunatelly I do not think that is going to work.

[Zen]

Ha! No, I don't think so either.

[Zeek]

I would check ebay. Also, check with your local gyms. They may have a spinning bike or two they'd like to sell. The old Schwinn bikes are the sturdiest ones I've seen.

[misty7746]

Best bikes are made by Star Trac.

[Live2Ride]

The best bikes are Bodybikes for sure... if you are from New Zealand and know Les Mills RPM cycle classes, they recommend and use Bodybikes. They are pricey though! I purchased a star trac at home for myself second hand from a gym clearance and it's great. Chain driven. Not as smooth as a Bodybike, but I'm saving up for one! Make sure whatever you buy it is fully adjustable... seat height and forward/back, and the same with the handlebars: height and forward/back positions.

[Live2Ride]

Here is the link to Les Mills talking about Bodybikes:

http://www.lesmills.com/global/en/me...equipment.aspx

[TryingisDying]

Also ask your local gym that has spin classes. We sell our old bikes when we get new ones in. same with our treadmills and elypticals.

[kmehrzad]

Also, Costco will be having a sale on a Lifespan spinning bike beginning March 11 - April 3. The cycle has gotten good reviews from what I've seen.