The bike uses direct-contact brake system as its resistance, but I can barely hear any significant noise from its wool brake pad.

I love this bike better than the ones at the spinning class I attended and The best part I can do this at home- anytime. Its whisper quiet and sturdy so you can watch TV or whatever. I was so afraid this would be some cheap clunky thing but no, it met my expectations. My husband had to put it together for me so I took off one star. But honestly, that was probably just my lack of patience and mechanical ability. Although, he did curse some and hated the tool that came with it. Took him about 30minutes from start to finish.

Actually pleased with this purchase

I bought two of these. GREAT PRODUCT.

Compact and save space. While you exercise you can Watch TV or Ipad at the same time.

This is our second time buying an entry level exercise bike and this one is a massive upgrade over the Nordictrack we bought last time

Great item

Easy to hold and a great value....

Pretty cool looking workout outfits. Has been washed and sweated through many times. Pretty good quality! I was impressed by this one.

Perfect for what I use it