Marcy ME-706 Recumbent Cycle Bike Review
$379.00
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How long will the Marcy ME-706 Recumbent Cycle last?
The Marcy ME-706 Recumbent Cycle has a sturdy looking frame and is rated to hold users up to a 300 lb. max capacity. It comes with a 30-day return policy along with a 2-year frame warranty for those wanting to gamble almost $400 on an indoor fitness machine. Designed for light use, the ME-706 Recumbent Cycle might last a few years if properly maintained with lubricants on all moving parts.
Brief Overview
The Marcy ME-706 Recumbent Cycle is quite firmly in the budget-friendly zone and comes with a few quality additions to entice users to ride their way to fitness glory. It has a 4.6 frame and will fit nicely into any home workout area. The ME-706 Recumbent cycle has a comfortable walk-through design and while it is marketed as easy to move, the transport wheels leave a lot to be desired even though they are mostly out of sight and do not represent a tripping hazard.
Overall Quality
The Marcy ME-706 Recumbent Cycle has a self-generating power supply which is handy for those not wanting to add to their electric bills or want to reduce their overall carbon footprint while still alive and kicking. The simple console has a basic design and invites consumers to jump on and go with its easy-to-use buttons and 23 built in programs that target fat-burning and cardio health. It even has speakers to offer musical motivation with every workout session. The seat is padded for comfort and comes larger sized for heavier users while movement is an easy back and forth with an oversized lever control. Even the pedals are designed to hold on to users with straps for added safety. Lower handlebars carry heartrate pulse monitors while upper handlebars offer 2 gripping positions for ultimate workout comfort.
Things we like
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✓budget-friendly
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✓speakers
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✓larger seat
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✓23 built in programs
Things we dislike
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Xlow to no warranty
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Xsmall transport wheels
Specs
| Color | Black |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Suspension Type | Front |
| Size | One Size |
| Brake Style | Coaster |
| Resistance Mechanism | Magnetic |
| Number of Resistance Levels | 8 |
| LCD Monitor | Time, Distance, RPM, Watt, Speed, Calories, Pulse, 23 Preset Programs |
| Battery | Lithium Ion (Included) |
| Inseam Length | 28" to 37" |
| Foot Straps | Adjustable |
| Transport Wheels | Yes |
| For Users Between | 10 to 99 years |
| Jack Input | 3.5 mm |
| Freewheel | No |
| Weight | 99 Pounds |
| Weight Capacity | 300 lbs |
| Assembled Dimensions | 57"L x 24"W x 42"H |
History
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Conclusion
The Marcy ME-706 Recumbent Cycle is designed for residential settings and is budget-friendly in the less than $400 range. It has a low frame warranty and no coverage on parts and labor which makes it a gamble in measuring the lasting quality of this machine. There are many models in this price range so it might behoove a purchaser to take time to compare features and warranties before shelling out hard-earned money for an item that will not suit the individualized journey towards overall better fitness health.