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Slim Cycle

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2.6

37 Customer Reviews

Summary

Advertised as a versatile indoor bike, Slim Cycle allegedly provides you with the benefits of cycling and lower body resistance training. Read our review here.

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About Slim Cycle

By HighYa Editorial Team

Updated on: Jun 18, 2020

Advertised as a two-in-one breakthrough that gives you twice the results in half the time, the Slim Cycle combines cardio with upper body strength training.

Additional features include the ability to transform from an upright position (for an intense workout) to a recumbent position (for a relaxed workout), eight levels of ultra-quiet magnetic resistance, and a large digital display that tracks calories, distance, and speed.

You’ll also be able to see your pulse using the heart rate monitor built directly into each of the handles.

These handles, along with its large opening, also make getting on and off the Slim Cycle easy, while the 2.5-inch thick memory foam seat—which is adjustable and can accommodate heights between 4' 11" and 6' 4"—and backrest provide comfortable support for those up to 300 pounds.

The cycle folds up like an ironing board for easy storage, whether in the closet or under a bed.

The Health Benefits of Cycling

  • Aerobic Workout – Otherwise known as cardiovascular exercise, this raises the heart rate and if performed regularly, can help burn extra calories and improve cardiovascular health, to name just a couple of benefits.
  • Muscle & Bone Building – Each time you turn those pedals, you use many different lower body muscles (including many above your waist as well, such as the abdominals, arms, and shoulders), which can help them—as well as the bones they’re connected to—grow stronger and bigger.
  • Joint-Friendly – Despite these aerobic workout and muscle building capabilities, cycling is low-impact; that is, it’s easy on the joints.
  • Everyday Benefits – Harvard Health reports these benefits can carry over into different aspects of everyday life as well, such as “balance, walking, standing, endurance, and stair climbing.”

Another potential advantage is that you can accomplish these benefits whether outside on a traditional bike, or inside on stationary models like Slim Cycle (such as when the weather’s not so great, or you just need a quick early morning spin session).

If you’ve already decided that a stationary version is the best option for you, how can you go about choosing the right manufacturer and model?

How Much Does Slim Cycle Cost?

Slim Cycle is priced at $199.95 with free shipping. You can also select the option to make five payments of $39.99.

Your purchase will automatically come with an app containing a library 10 free, on-demand virtual rides, some of which include instruction. During checkout, you can upgrade to a full year of unlimited access to these videos for an additional $5.

You can also upgrade to the Deluxe Slim Cycle version, which includes a water bottle and holder, a heavy-duty floor mat, a metallic gunmetal finish, a double padded seat, upgraded handle grips, and a two-year extended warranty for a total of $270.90.

This package comes with:

  • Slim Cycle 2-in1 Exercise Bike
  • Slim Away Belt
  • Water Bottle Holder
  • Comfort Padded Seat Cover
  • Protective Floor Mat
  • 2 Year Extended Warranty

All orders come with a 30-day refund policy, less S&H charges.

After several calls to customer support, none of the representatives we spoke with could provide additional details about how long the app’s videos are available without upgrading, the bike’s weight, or warranty information.

What to Look for in a Stationary Bike

If you just started researching stationary bikes like Slim Cycle, it’s possible to spend anywhere from less than $200 to well over $2,000, spanning all types of designs and features.

Generally, though, you get what you pay for. Here are just a couple of examples of what this means in the real world:

Materials Quality – Often, the more you pay for an exercise bike, the better quality materials you’ll receive, including aluminum construction, heavier-weight flywheels; wide, adjustable bases, and high-quality electronics (including the various sensors we’ll discuss in a second).

Resistance – Magnetic resistance is the gold standard, which uses a flywheel and strong magnets to provide the widest variety. At the other end of the spectrum, fans might be more budget-friendly but can be loud and not very customizable.

Tracking Features – These include the ability to monitor heart rate and mileage on budget models, to higher-end versions that can monitor power output, cadence, and actual calories burned.

Some models even offer live, interactive classes and leaderboards like Peloton, while some ‘smart’ trainers (devices that attach to real bikes) can even connect to games like Zwift, allowing you to experience automatic resistance, custom courses, and the ability to compete with other riders around the world.

Pro tip: We encountered very few models that also featured a ‘rope system’ for the upper body, as with Slim Cycle. However, we called customer support, who advised this resistance is not adjustable (in contrast to the pedaling resistance).

They also weren’t able to provide additional details as to how wide the base is (regarding stability), what the on-demand videos involve, or what the specific difference is between the 10 free videos received with every purchase and the upgraded year-long subscription.

To choose the best stationary bike for you, start with the features most important to you, which will likely directly impact your budget.

For example, unless you plan on competing online or achieving the most realistic indoor experience possible, higher-priced options like Peloton and Zwift-enabled trainers might not provide a higher level of value.

On the other hand, if you’re looking for a piece of equipment that will withstand years of regular use and can grow with you as your skill level increases, then investing in a higher-priced model with better build quality and materials might be worthwhile.

In addition to starting with the budget and those features most important to you, Consumer Reports emphasizes that one of the most important factors when buying a stationary bike is trying before you buy since they can vary widely in fit and comfort.

The Bottom Line

Cycling provides many potential health benefits, including those related to cardiovascular and strength. And Slim Cycle also comes with a competitive price and many must-have features for indoor fitness bikes, such as:

  • Adjustable magnetic resistance
  • The ability to track heart rate and miles via a large digital display
  • Two operating positions (upright and recumbent)
  • Access to free cycling videos, including instruction
  • Can accommodate a wide variety of heights
  • Includes backrest
  • Competitive price

While Slim Cycle might be able to provide you with an easily accessible cardiovascular workout, successfully losing weight is just as much about what you eat as about how much you exercise.

With only eight pedal resistance levels and no adjustable arm resistance, Slim Cycle’s ability to meaningfully grow along with your fitness level might be limited.

Customer Reviews

2.6 Stars out of 37 Reviews
5 Star:35% 4 Star:2% 3 Star:5% 2 Star:5% 1 Star:51%
35% Recommend This Product
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Posted on Apr 15, 2018

Horrible experience, and never even got product!

By Judilynn Robinson, Henderson, NV, Verified Reviewer

This company hadn't even started on my purchase, and it was two weeks into my order. So when I went to go check the status, my purchase invoice looked nothing like the one I actually agreed to. Upon checking out, this company had an offer of a 30-day trial of Boost for $1. On the invoice I found on the website when I checked the order they had charged me $330.89 for the "Boost;" this is for 12 months of product and $44 in shipping, all of which I never agreed to. I agreed to $1 (one dollar) for a 30-day trial of the Boost. So instead of a $300ish bill, I was looking at a bill for $704.67! I was like what the heck!

So buyer beware! I canceled my entire order because of this! Would you believe their first reaction was "would you like to cancel the entire order?" What I just wanted the bike but obviously they know what they are doing and that it's wrong so they just immediately go to "canceling" the order entirely. So yes, I did cancel the order entirely, and just a reminder to all get a cancellation confirmation code the name of the person and their ID and make sure you keep it for your records.

Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 58 People Have Voted

Posted on May 9, 2018

Never shipped

By Colleen Tippetts, Lovell, WY, Verified Reviewer

I ordered my Slim Cycle on 2/28/2018. I keep checking my order status online. It never had a tracking number. It is now 5/4/2018 and I received a postcard in the mail saying they canceled my order. No reason why other then it has been a little over two months. They sent me an email when I first placed the order. Why didn't they send me an email with a better exclamation why they canceled my order? I tried to call at one point and I never could get a human to answer me. Good luck, maybe you will get your Slim Cycle.

Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 38 People Have Voted

Posted on May 16, 2018

Never received, order cancelled

By LaMont Green, Old Orchard Beach, ME, Verified Reviewer

After waiting one month and calling twice, my card was finally charged. I called on the day it was to be delivered and was told there was no shipping information and that I was getting a refund.

When I asked why, they said there was no shipping information and that I could reorder if I wanted to. I don't think so!

The whole idea is to market a product, get paid for the product, and receive the product. Unfortunately, that is not the case with this company. AVOID THIS.

Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 40 People Have Voted

Posted on May 24, 2018

Trade Commission canceled my order

By Donna O., Verified Reviewer

After waiting seven weeks for my Slim Cycle, I called to see why I had not received it. I was told The Trade Commission had canceled my order because the company was taking orders they could not fill. I'm sure others had this happen as well.

Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 54 People Have Voted

Posted on Jan 4, 2019

Would not suggest!

By Annette B., Sterling, VA, Verified Reviewer

As soon as I ordered the cycle online, my credit card was hit for two payments. Everything I see says they will not charge until the item is shipped. I immediately called customer service when they opened. The first person could not hear me. Frustrating. So I called back. He could not hear me whenever I started explaining. I could tell there was a lot of noise in the background. I kept saying they had charged me twice and he kept insisting they had only done a pre-authorization charge once, which would reverse. Again frustrating. I asked for a manager and he said they were busy. He gave me an email address to write, which did not work. I found one online, which was different. I canceled my order and told them I wanted both charges reversed. We will see.

Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 55 People Have Voted

Posted on Oct 12, 2019

Scam when placing order, horrible customer service

By Niya G., Indianapolis, IN, Verified Reviewer

I will not recommend this company to anyone! We placed the order for Slim Cycle with 5 installment payments and was advised we would be charged $53.99 when the order was processed. Not only were we charged the $53.99 but also $42.79 twice which is a total $139.57. Called and spoke to Nathan at customer service who explained that the $42.79 was a preauthorized charge and would be removed in 5 business days, I asked to speak to manager and spoke to Evan Combs and he stated the same and said that their policy to verify accounts to with 2 pending charges (which were actual charges on our account not pending charges) which remain for 4 business days. I asked for the order to be canceled before when placing the order this information is never explained and is very misleading. I have been a sales rep for over 20 years and this is absolutely NOT how business is handled!

Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 35 People Have Voted

Posted on Jan 17, 2020

Website deception

By Jea P., Texas, Verified Reviewer

In going to the website, it does not offer the payments as advertised. And, I tried several times. The infomercial offers 5 payments and nowhere on the order site does it state that. You're ready to order and it shows the full price and process. I may not about to provide credit info before options for payments. This is false advertisement and if not offered anymore, then the infomercial needs to not be wired. It may be a good product, but, for this alone, I do not recommend.

Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 20 People Have Voted

Posted on Feb 17, 2020

Update

By Debra R., Michigan, Verified Reviewer

After I had called FedEx they turned it around, and the day they got it back, I got my money back. Just be careful, there is nowhere on that site to do payments.

Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 28 People Have Voted

Posted on Apr 29, 2020

Will not honor their warranty

By Steven K., Pennsylvania, Verified Reviewer

I bought a Slim Cycle for my wife for the new year. It developed a noise in the gears less than 2 weeks later. After getting with customer service they replied on Jan 19th that they would send me a replacement part in around 4 to 6 weeks. They also gave me an order to track it. I contacted them after 6 weeks. I was told it was on backorder, I contacted them again on April 2nd and was told it is still on backorder. Now it is April 27th and still no movement on my order. This is beyond any reasonable period to make things right.

Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 22 People Have Voted

Posted on May 14, 2020

Customer service never responds

By Donna G., Marblehead, MA, Verified Reviewer

I purchased this product and used it for two months.

The pedal fell off because screw on it was stripped.

I can't get any response from them by phone or email.

I would not recommend because this company does not seem to care or back up their product.

Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 16 People Have Voted

Posted on May 23, 2020

I bought the Slim Cycle at Walmart very cheap

By Steven J., South Carolina, Verified Reviewer

But the only problem I have with it is the pedal is one speed, it won't tighten or loosen to adjust a different speed. I couldn't believe the price but I don't know if it was a bad review or because it was the last one.

Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 9 People Have Voted
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