Is the backrest of this machine a hard plastic? would you recommend this back or a cushion back?
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Hi. The back of this one is hard plastic and curved upward for the small of your back (following the normal curvature of your spine). I like that, and find the flat padded backs on others not nearly as comfortable. The only drawback to this is that there is not a soft surface for the back of your head when using the machine. Would I buy this one again? You betcha.....and a bargain price with SUPER fast delivery from the company. Box arrived in good shape and simple to put together. Roger
1369865
The backrest is plastic coated steel, not particularly comfortable but completely satisfactory. When I compared this table to the professional model at my therapists, I found my table to be adequate. You could spend a lot more for a "professional" model but you would not be that far ahead.
1369866
It's hard plastic, but it's not uncomfortable. Remember, when you're inverted, not all that much of your weight is on it anyway. Also, I find that inverting for 5-10 seconds is all I need. For me, longer isn't any more helpful. I flip over, get a morning stretch and I'm good. Before bed, once more. I love this thing. Also, I'm 6'2", 220lbs.
1369867
I didn't like the backrest as the contour didn't fit my body properly. It did fit my son, so I gave the unit to him. I am 5'3" and he is almost 6'. IDK if that helps, but it just was uncomfortable for me.
1563361
The back is a hard plastic but the sides are a softer plastic that is pretty bendable
526180
It's not padded. The padded ones are awful to use... I had the Gaian one. It does hurt your back at all, or at least not mine, it helped mine get better.
1582943
It is a rigid plastic. I doesn't hurt my back. You can lay a thick blanket or a thick pillow between the surface and your back. If you hang upside down like I do, your back doesn't even touch the surface, because you are essentially hanging by your feet. I have had two back surgeries, but I love my hang-ups. It is relaxing and soothing. You won't regret purchasing it. It is a high quality product.
685391
It is nice and solid. It seems to be a hardened plastic alloy of some sort. It is much harder than some plastics. The back of the chair is a bit less stable only because of the lack of diagonal braces normally used as the attached armrests in other chairs. All around this chair is stable for a 200lb man (me) to sit in for over 4 hours a day (computer guy).After a while, just like any chair, it gets worn on the bottom where you sit, and on the arms. The cushions seem to not be so tough for the use I put it through.It has great back support though, as well as arm and neck posture assistance. I'd give it a 9/10. It is nice and solid. It seems to be a hardened plastic alloy of some sort. It is much harder than some plastics. The back of the chair is a bit less stable only because of the lack of diagonal braces normally used as the attached armrests in other chairs. All around this chair is stable for a 200lb man (me) to sit in for over 4 hours a day (computer guy).After a while, just like any chair, it gets worn on the bottom where you sit, and on the arms. The cushions seem to not be so tough for the use I put it through.It has great back support though, as well as arm and... » Read More It is nice and solid. It seems to be a hardened plastic alloy of some sort. It is much harder than some plastics. The back of the chair is a bit less stable only because of the lack of diagonal braces normally used as the attached armrests in other chairs. All around this chair is stable for a 200lb man (me) to sit in for over 4 hours a day (computer guy).After a while, just like any chair, it gets worn on the bottom where you sit, and on the arms. The cushions seem to not be so tough for the use I put it through.It has great back support though, as well as arm and neck posture assistance. I'd give it a 9/10. « Show Less
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It is pretty firm, but the fabric is really soft. The back cushions are also really soft. I am assuming that the cushions will break down a bit over time, but we gave only had it for a month, so it is hard to tell.
957832
Back is smooth, hard plastic, but the sides are very rubbery. No slip if you lay it on the back or face down.
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The seat back is just a very thick canvas, no padding (only the bottom portion is padded). The seat back is adjusted by the straps so you can adjust how upright you want to sit. The canvas is pretty firm and can take a lot of pressure. I have a bad back so I usually roll my coat or sweater and put it at the bottom of the seat for better lumbar support. It is a great lightweight chair. Hope this helps.***Just wanted to add that the seat back does have a thin foam pad in the back but its not a thick cushion like the bottom portion.I just pulled the chair out again to look.
2121407
The seat is not a cushion. It is also mesh. The seat is firm, but comfortable in my opinion.
432172
Both of the ones I have are fabric seats, I'm not sure if any have hard seats. You can see more pics on the ezy roller website. The seats are sturdy non-the-less. I haven't had any issues with the seats, except the bar on the back, which is a little hard on my back. When I ride them, I put a cushion on the back bar to make it more comfy. It doesn't seem to bother the kids. The wheels will wear out after about 8-10 months and you'll have to get new wheels. Hope that helps.
1802464
The chair cushion is cloth. The back is a mesh type material. It gets a lot of use and the chair seems to be very durable. We love it.
1761979
I don't know what it is made from. It is not squishy. It is not hard plastic. And, it is not comfortable. But, I'm an adult and I bought it for myself so it is a tad too small and a tad too hard for me. It's probably fine for a child. Mine never minded sitting on anything hard judging by all the time they spent playing on the floor...
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You wouldn't be comfortable because of the hard plastic pieces on the back. Sometimes they bother me when I am reclining. Give it a try and find out for yourself how it feels.
996695
The back rest is plastic and there is no cushion on the bike. But my daughter loves her bike so much.
638493
The backrest is adjustable. I have back problems and this seat has giving me nothing but comfort. Soft and the suspension is great
700313
I wouldn't say that it's a thick cushion but it's not hard plastic. This makes it comfortable to keep it on my lap for long periods of time. I go to school online so I have to be working on my laptop for long hours. It keeps my laptop cool and is comfortable. The two angles that it provides are also a neat feature. Sometimes I keep it flat, other times when I place it on my knees in a sitting position, I raise the lever for a better angle. The cushion at the bottom is thin but soft. I use this literally every day. For me it has been a great investment. Hope this helps =)
2121405
The seat is all mesh, no solid cushion but in my opinion provides great support and also has decent lumbar support as there is an adjustable lumbar pad in the back