Exercycle (Sep, 1958)
Source: National Geographic ( More articles from this issue )
Issue: Sep, 1958
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Remember, it’s wonderful for the aged!
Exercycle - “Runs By Itself”
There’s no easier way to keep fit, trim and strong!
MILLIONS CAN NOW ENJOY THE BLESSINGS OF DAILY EXERCISE AT HOME
There’s a world of difference between exercising yourself, and letting EXERCYCLE do it. That’s why tens of thousands of men and women have chosen this easier, simpler and more convenient way of keeping themselves fit, trim and strong. For exercycle is the only fully-automatic, motor-driven exercising instrument that can give you a complete physiological workout from head to foot while you just sit and relax.
There’s no form of indoor or outdoor activity designed to keep you slender, young and active that can compare with an exercycle ride. You can do yourself more good in a few minutes with this amazing exercycle than you can with hours of ordinary exercisingExercycle is a complete home gymnasium in itself. No form of artificial stimulation such as massages, baths, vibrations, slenderizing or reducing techniques can match its overall efficiency. Once you own an EXERCYCLE, you have solved your exercising problems for a lifetime. Start now to turn back the clock and add many happy years to your life.
A MODEL FOR EVERY PURPOSE
Exercycles are made for both normal and handicapped adults in need of exercise, regardless of age, weight. size or sedentary condition, and at a price you can afford to pay. Easy terms to suit your budget.
Just picked one up at a yard sale for 10 bucks from a Nice guy who helped me get it in my honda accord. Im glad hes a good salesman because this thing is really cool!!Thanks George!
Comment by Dr D — October 10, 2007 @ 2:53 pm
I remember this machine, I used to rent it in my 20’s after I had a child. That tells you I’m in my 60’s Very interested in purchase. What would shipping cost ?
Comment by mary kae konesky — November 7, 2007 @ 12:19 pm
I found a ‘66 Exercycle for five bucks in a Goodwill as is store about ten years ago. I bought it just because it looked cool. It had no pedals, handlebar or seat. I did not know what I had until six months later when I looked for info on the net. I bought the handlebars, fitted the pedals and made a seat. It started me exercising. I used it every day for 30 minutes for a year and a half. Then I joined a gym. The Exercycle is the greatest exercise machine ever made. About five years ago some jerk bought the company and changed the design. That machine got me on my way to rebuilding myself. I am almost 67, weight 190 pounds and can deadlift 402.25 pounds. I never exercised before getting that machine.
Comment by Arnie Lazarus — April 25, 2008 @ 9:52 am
I’m looking for an exerciese bike that fits on the floor and you can use it while watching TV or whatever. Do you know where I can get one and what I should have to pay for it? Thanks.
Jim Pummer
Comment by Jim Pummer — May 23, 2008 @ 12:15 pm
If you research exercise bicycles, you will Find out that the Exercycle is easily the best and it is more than a stationary bicycle. Look in Ebay and CraigsList. With some ingenuity you should be able to get one for about $200.
Comment by Arnie Lazarus — May 23, 2008 @ 1:32 pm
My 82 y/o father bought one of these a few years ago. Its the old model. It reminds me of a Harley: solid, heavy, steel. He used it a little, and it worked fine. Now, after heart surgery, he is trying to use it again. Only we can’t get the pedals to be powered. The little clutch switch does not move much. when it engages, the pedals should be powered by the motor. The handbars move, the Hi and low speed switch works. We just can’t engage the pedals. We tried taking it apart to see if the clutch switch linkage was broken but could not. Too solid. My dad is quite a mechanic. Anyone have any suggestions?
Comment by steve hegedus jr — June 3, 2008 @ 1:57 pm
I HAD A CLUTCH PROBLEM ON MY EXERCYCLE.
TOOK A PIECE OF WOOD AND GENTLY TAPPED IT WITH A HAMMER WHILE THE MOTOR WAS ON
AND THE CLUTCH KICKED INTO PLACE, MAKING THE PEDALS OPERATE. THE CLUTCH SWITCH
DOESN’T MOVE TO FAR.
Comment by TOM — June 12, 2008 @ 10:20 pm
we recently acquired one and looking to sell it!! Works great!
Comment by bruce — September 13, 2008 @ 12:45 pm
I got a 1961 with all the original paperwork when my grandparents passed away. I’m moving & would like to sell mine, clean && works great & was stored in a finished basement at my grandparents, my email address is kurt.schoner@yahoo.com
Comment by Kurt — September 30, 2008 @ 4:49 pm
I have an Exercycle Executive that was recently moved to new home. Gear oil got spilled and needs replacing. Where can I buy new gear oil? Thanks
Comment by robert — October 7, 2008 @ 1:43 pm
further to gear oil question above ….my email is rm.sprague@verizon.net thanks, robert
Comment by robert — October 7, 2008 @ 1:45 pm
I have no idea if the Exercycle had anything special, byt most gear oil is simply heavy petroeum oil (60 weight) and can be purchased in most automotive shops, or even stores such as Walmart with an auto department.
Comment by Toronto — October 7, 2008 @ 3:12 pm
I am interested in finding out how the exercycle actually benefits the user. I have one in good condition and was wondering if it is just as good as most exercise bikes as far as cardio workout and what muscles it acutally benefits. Any info appreciated.
Comment by Rick — October 26, 2008 @ 6:29 pm
OIL ANSWER - per instruction manual: “every five years, under normal home use, it is advisable to drain the oil in the gear box and refill it with exactly 1 quart of SAE 140 transmission oil…”
Comment by deb — October 26, 2008 @ 11:47 pm
Thanks very much for the helpful comments re gear oil. Deb, I no longer have an instruction manual and so I especially appreciate your quote from the manual.
Comment by robert — October 27, 2008 @ 8:09 am
I have a executive model in very good cond. in austin tx. make offer craig email me at jesseduke1962@yahoo.com
Comment by craig ferreira — November 23, 2008 @ 3:04 am