Keiser M3 vs Star Trac NXT indoor cycle

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Looking for a cardio piece for the home, and have settled on spin bikes, I've used the Keiser M3 at LA fitness and it seemed to be a good quality piece. I also have read good things about the star trac, and the star trac can be had for dirt cheap on craigslist.

I've also read buyer beware stories about buying used spin bikes from warehouse dealers that buy from fitness facilities. Anyone have any experience with these bikes or indoor cycles in general.

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[MusclesMarina01]

google: studiocycles

google: jeff wimmers

Hear what this dude has to say before you buy any spin bike please.

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google: studiocycles

google: jeff wimmers

Hear what this dude has to say before you buy any spin bike please.

I saw a couple of his youtube video's, he's really really passionate about spin bikes. I actually ended up buying the Keiser M3 used, based on his video's. He says they're pretty low maintenance, I also bought from a private seller and not those warehouses that he said to try to avoid.

The private seller bought for his wife and barely used it. It certainly looked a lot better than the Keiser M3's at LA Fitness.

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This is what he wrote about the Keiser M3 on his blog. Anyone interested in a spinner would do well to read this blog. The Star Trac NXT is arguably the best spinner on the market today and can be had for cheaper than the Keiser M3 on the used market.


I’ve ridden every Keiser indoor cycle that’s ever come out of the factory, and my impression hasn’t changed much over the years until now. Sure the M3 looks WAY better than some of the other bikes Keiser has created in the past, but this bike not only looks cool, it is a whole different animal. The M3 is the first commercial grade indoor group cycle to incorporate magnetic resistance. This means no pad/pads contacting the flywheel, which translates to less maintenance.
The lever to change resistance levels is crisp and precise. The saddle looks a bit bigger than others, but it’s really easy on the rear end. Plus the optional computer gives wattage output as you add resistance. This bike is belt driven so it’s smooth and quiet. Some prefer a chain drive over the synthetic feel of a belt drive, now you have a really great choice to compare to the mainstream bikes that most have come to know and love. No other bike I currently sell is made in the USA except the Keiser, which reflect in the price, but it’s hard not to love this bike.
http://www.studiocycles.com/blog/product-reviews/

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[MusclesMarina01]

dam that's a good looking bike.

I ordered the 2012 schwinn ic pro from studiocycles. Supposed to come on tuesday.

Enjoy man.

What type of bikes are those in the background?

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dam that's a good looking bike.

I ordered the 2012 schwinn ic pro from studiocycles. Supposed to come on tuesday.

Enjoy man.

What type of bikes are those in the background?

Those are Treks in the background. I have a Trek 2.2 and my GF has a Trek 1.2