I have been reading books on it by using a book stand I had prior to buying the bike. The desk is stable enough for it. I use the strap loosely to keep it from slipping forward, but it hardly needs it. At 5'10½" I have the desk set to the farthest forward setting so that my knees don't bump the desk. My laptop works well on the desk. I deduct the calories it counts each day from the calories I count in my spreadsheet, as I successfully lose weight. I can eat more if I ride! No challenging terrific traffic to go to a gym. Reading absolutely keeps my mind occupied and I can ride much longer than just staring at the numbers. Building wisdom: Make sure you open up the folded double arm that holds the back rest before you install the seat or you will be removing the seat to unfold it.

This bike is exactly what I was looking for. It is compact, easy to use and the price is right. It has all the amenities one could wish for from the comfortable seat and back support to the attached desk with all it's different functions. I especially like the 2 sets of handle bars so I can change positions while exercising. My back is thankful for that.

I had been thinking about getting a stationary bicycle for a while but needed one which didn't take up much room and which allowed me to keep my back straight up, as opposed to bending over as on a racing bike. I just happened to see this one and liked both the fact that it didn't take up much room and had a stand where I could actually place a book or iPad. I asked about difficulty of assembly, despite the fact that I am mechanically inclined. I was told that the larger parts were put together already and that all the tools were included. The box weighed less than 50 lbs, which I can easily pick up, and it fit comfortably into the front passenger area of a Honda Civic. I had some misgivings when I took everything out of the box but started to tackle it. The directions were easy to follow, everything worked like a charm and it took less than an hour to put together. I must say that initially I thought that I was missing some pieces but, as it turned out, they were already attached to an already assembled piece. They were a little different in look than they were supposed to be which is what threw me off. But I will say that, while I was a little too hasty in contacting the company via email, they were very quick in responding, which bodes well should I have any future problems. I enjoy having the use of this bike in my home and particularly that I am not tied to just the TV while using it.

I am very pleased with this purchase. While it does not have as much resistance as fitness club bikes, it is more exercise than sitting on the couch! And it is quiet enough to watch TV without turning the volume way up. My favorite feature is its portability. I look forward to using it on the porch or the deck when the weather is warm enough! Assembly was relatively easy and was accomplished by myself.

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This is a must have! I work remotely and it is very nice to use it while working. Very easy to assemble.

It is a good work bike. I only wish the work tray accommodated a 17 in laptop plus mouse pad space. And if the handles were allowed to tip downward to allow for easy access.

I love this bike because it does not take up a lot of space in my room, works great, and suits me perfectly. The work desk is great for reading a book or looking at a computer.

We had to buy new bolts for it, because the ones that came with the bike broke, anf the side of the seat was crushed in from shipping, and it won't come out and also the the handle grips were dented . But the bikes works good.

I bought this about a month ago to help me with my activity level since I sit all day. And since receiving it, I find myself using at night to watch tv or even when I am just lounging around, I will hop on it.