I do not see the way to adjust for the resistance. I think I am doing correctly but don't see any difference...is the difference really noticeable?
1442143
It just screws tighter when you turn the end, it does make it more difficult for me.
1442144
Yes. The smaller the triangle gets as you twist the middle piece, the more difficult it gets.
1442145
The product comes with a small but adequate instruction manual that explains how to adjust the resistance. Turning the triangle in the middle of the unit adjusts the resistance for inhaling. If you turn the triangle counter-clockwise ALL THE WAY, you can barely breathe in at all. Most folks will want the triangle moved more clockwise. Turning the outer knob adjusts how easy or hard it is to exhale. You have to turn the knob A LOT to really notice the difference. It takes some practice to get the hang of it.
1442146
Sorry it's taken so long to respond. You can turn middle moveable wheel counter-clockwise to tighten. There is a noticeable difference, when you fluctuate that wheel.
2258184
No, you have to get off your bike and turn a knob by the back tire to change your resistance. I set my resistance as hard as it will go and use my gears on my bike to switch things up while riding.
1113117
The resistance is not adjustable, but it seems to be plenty. You can certainly go as hard as you like. To see if it's for you, you need to try it out before buying. I love mine and it gives me a great workout including upper body.
651337
no actual option such as resistance knob or any other manual device. You can make it harder by leaning forward or backward, but then the true resistance is on your arms not your legs,and it becomes very uncomfortable.
2143414
The levels to make the workout a little harder. The resistance was noticeable, but not extreme, we just adjusted our bikes resistance also to make it a harder workout.
1558350
I have the same problem. I noticed that it's not actually resetting based on how long I ride, but it resets whenever I try to change the resistance. So, if I manually push the button to increase the resistance it resets immediately, if I use program mode it resets whenever it reaches the first jump in resistance, and if I ride in manual mode with no increase in resistance it never resets.
587872
The know on the shafts controls the resistance. The levels are not marked tho. I've spun the knob and it seems fairly sensitive so my guess would be that there are many levels.
274032
The "resistance setting" is technically infinitely variable ie As you adjust the Adjustment Screw it increases or decreases the amount of squeeze that the resistance break applies to the rotary shaft of the pedals. As such, the longer you use it, the hotter it gets due to friction. As you use it,you may have to loosen the Adj. screw to maintain the same resistance (as dictated by my husband *grin*)
1899481
There are a number of ways to adjust. I had the best luck searching some YouTube videos. Good luck.
1170787
Hey John, I don't think you can adjust the speed, but try to tighten the belt, see if that works. Otherwise this is just a manually balance cheaper version of a treadmill.
1558347
Did anyone ever figure out why the resistance and computer resets? I cannot get the resistance up at all.
1715386
Changing resistance is simple, just twist. The easy settings are very light. Post surgery I started out light but found I quickly went to medium to higher and if anything, there's not a really heavy setting. It's great for endurance and even speed but heaviest resistances may be a bit lighter than you might have hoped. You can work up a sweat but this won't replace weight machines to build muscle. This machine will build endurance and improve flexibility in the knees and hips if done properly.
646869
Like Dorothy, I normally use just one setting. However, I just tried them all and, like Sally, found a considerable difference in resistance between the low and high settings. Low is nearly freewheeling, high is like going up a stiff grade, and the steps in between are a fairly even progressing between the two extremes.
70130
Trust me, you'll work up a sweat. The resistance is basically set by the gear you choose to ride in. I will change gears during the ride just to add or remove friction. Keep in mind your weight is on both wheels, and your pedaling due to the band is causing two tires to rotate. You'll have enough resistance to make it worth your while. I know the sweat literally pours off me, so plan on having a towel to clean up the puddle that forms under the bike.
474681
you dont adjust the resistance on the cycleops. By shifting gears on your bike you adjust your resistance.
639818
I'm not sure. Every time I tried to use it, it started pretty hard but then it kinda gets "smother" as you keep going. I can't remember if you can adjust the resistance bc I gave it away last year; sorry I can't help with that question :(
1895719
Yes a difference in resistance settings. You can tie elastic shorter or buy different intensities of cords but ultimately a fourth cord gives you a little more of an ability to change resistance.