I'm a 6'; 270 lb guy and I bought this bike 3 weeks ago after watching your review and love it. It's incredibly stable for light weight that it is. I was debating on the cheaper models bikes like the Nordic Track and others, but I'm glad I bought this one. The comfort on this bike, adjust-ability factor, and the large pedals makes this the total package. Highly recommend this one.

I'm having total knee arthroplasty surgery on 2-15-24 and wanted to add a recumbent bike to add my PT routine. I reviewed every bike you had in this category and enjoyed your commentary, advice and humor. I placed a order for the 3G Cardio Elite RB X and look forward to getting my range of motion back within a reasonable time in order for me to get back to competitive riding, thank you Big Guy for the excellent content you provide.

Putting a follow-up comment here now that I've gotten my Elite RB. First, thank you so much @bigguytreadmillreview for the assembly video you posted! Between that, and the bike's included instructions, I was able to assemble it myself without any problems. Took about 3 hours total, but I was taking my time to make sure I didn't hurt my back lifting it or anything. The bike itself is fantastic! The 16 resistance levels are much more evenly "spaced" than the 8 I had on my old bike, where going from level 5 to 6 was a big jump and 6 to 7 felt like double the resistance again. I did a 30-minute session and was jumping back and forth between levels 5 (easy), 10 (hard), and 12 (all out) without ever feeling like I was grinding my knees or doing any damage. And with the combined back and seat tilts, my lower back and hips felt great the whole time. This is definitely the most expensive piece of exercise gear I've ever bought, but it's also the best piece of gear I've ever bought.

I love your reviews! You tell your true opinion…. and that’s amazing these days!!

I stumbled upon your videos when looking for geniune reviewers of Recumbent Exercise Bikes. I subscribed because you're so in-depth and honest. You're also an average guy, not some fitness guru. Which allows you to give a more realistic overview of these machines. I did have two questions. 1.) How good are the parts and labor warranty on this machine? 2.) Overall for specifically Recumbent Exercise Bikes this one seems to be one of your highest rated. I was wondering which one out of all of them would you recommend for best quality and comfort for price?

Thank you so much for posting this video! I have been looking for a bike within my budget that also ticked off all the boxes for quality, adjustability, and size. I'm glad I didn't settle for one of the cheaper models and bought this one instead.

Thank you for your detailed reviews! Looking at an exercise bike and your reviews are very helpful. I see in the intro to this video you have a Quest 2 on while riding this bike. Does this bike sync with any games/apps on the Quest 2 or Quest 3?

Found this review after learning about the 3G Cardio RB X, thanks for so much useful info on both it and (in other videos) its competition. I'm planning on buying it, curious what your thoughts are on how well the ratchet straps will work with custom orthotic shoes. My right leg is 1" shorter than the left after some major surgeries, and the ankle and heel are fused. I have to wear orthotic shoes that include a lift on the right shoe, and right now I forcibly remove any straps on the pedals because they never fit that right shoe. I also have to position my feet with the pedals more under the mid-foot instead of the ball, so I'm not at risk of my feet slipping off or the fused foot getting torqued while pedaling. Do you think the straps are long enough to accommodate someone with my particular footwear / mobility challenges? I did already confirm with 3G Cardio's customer support that I can cut the straps off with a box cutter if I need to; but it would be nice if I could actually use them.

Great Review! I am looking at this. Possible interested in the Spirit XBR95 as well. The XBR95 has self-generating power as opposed to plug-in. I am not sure what impact this might have. Your thoughts. Thanks.

Mike love your candid reviews. I'm in Canada. I have been looking at Left Fitness RS3 and Spirit XBR95. However based on your review (first time hearing about 3G Cardio), I am seriously thinking this could work better for us. That said, I can't seem to find where to see or buy it in Canada. Would you by chance have any insight to their distribution in Canada? If not, have you reviewed Life Fitness? Tks again!

Hi there fellow Big Guy. This review helped me buy the product and I will be receiving it on Monday. Wonder what the distance is between the heart rate monitors if you have that information handy. Hoping this bike helps me be a much smaller big guy. Haha! Great information, thank you.

How does the resistance increments compare to the Sole recumbent bike and does the pedaling motion not feel jerky / or feel like the flywheel is slipping? Will you be reviewing any Spirit recumbent bikes? Thanks

What is the weight of the flywheel?Notcertain if I would like the dial resistance knob.

Hi Mike, great review! I bought this bike 2 years ago and I'm wondering if it would be worthwhile to upgrade my controls to the new bluetooth controls?

Awesome

You mentioned upgrades from the previous version. Is there a way to identify the if a model is the newer or older one?

You mentioned this being a magnetic resistance bike .What is the difference with like a bike from Life Fitness or Spirit Fitness.I am confused.

Do you have any opinions or experience with Bodycraft cardio equipment?? Thanks

Which is better this or. NordicTrack r35