StreetStrider 8s Review by Eric

Hi everyone!
This is my first non-PEBL review. I wanted to show you my wife's bike - the StreetStrider 8. It's a really great bike that keeps you standing, working your whole body, and gets you outside for fresh air instead of standing in front of the TV spinning your legs around on a machine.
My camera-man Trevor takes his first spin on the StreetStrider and doesn't fall off...
Ours is a bit older than the current 8s - ours has the same 8-speed hub in the rear, but includes calipers at the rear and sturmey-archer drums in the front. The other cycling components are standard basic parts.
Possible upgrades could be a different sized chainring on the drive, or at the rear for a different gear range, upgraded tires, upgraded reverse levers for better reach comfort in braking, external bottom bracket crankset for more stiffness and lighter-weight.
We bought this bike used from Craigslist out of Portland and picked it up for $800 down from the original price of $2200 for this model when it was new. These are available used all over the place so keep your eyes peeled.
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[@coachs886]

Nice. This is also a great alternative to the unhealthy hunched over posture of a road bike!

[@Sid629]

Ahh the ‘Aero’ position - takes some getting used to but once you’re comfortable can really make riding more efficient!

[@timothy3732]

WTF you talking about? Been riding bikes for many years on all sorts of trails and for many miles and the posture is not unhealthy and I have never had any problems. This hunk of junk is competing with the bike but it cannot go on off road bike trails. It has a hell of a lot more limitations than a bike. A lot more. Besides, sitting is more comfortable than standing and when this thing breaks down, and it will, the stupid yuppies won't know what to do and will shell out even more money getting it fixed. Fuck this POS. I am sticking with what I know and that is bicycles!

[@jasonshields246]

@@timothy3732 Damn, relax man.

[@adrianspencer2798]

Thanks for the review, helping me to decide if its worth the investment

[@KennethKetchum]

Thanks for such an intelligent authentic review. You have convinced me to purchase the 8s instead of an elliptical machine. I am a retired long distance rider who sampled an elliptigo competitor 10 miles one morning and felt the most intense workout superior to my 12 miles of inline skating the day before. I can't wait to get my upper body involved and agree about with your "overpricing" remark on said product. So I will purchase the latest 8s aluminum frame model. Thanks for riding for you review - other reviewers miss this important experience. How would I know the difference between a BMW and Mercedes without driving either? Thanks.

[@EricFischnaller]

Kenneth Ketchum thanks for the response agree the workout on this is excellent. I’m sure you’ll love the machine look for a used one..

[@myavo]

hope to see more of your videos soon Eric!

[@raufjaleel8317]

Good idea, thank you for sharing.

[@chanakka2]

Thank you for the detailed review, I just ordered mine today , should arrive in June. Cant wait !

[@danyelbrown2062]

Hows it working for you. I'm going to order one

[@mbeatty6970]

@@danyelbrown2062 Don't do it. I have been in bike shop 23 years. I've been having to work on these pieces of crap for 10 years. I just got "rewarded" with another pile of shit 3 speed version coming in my shop that I have try and make work.

[@timothy3732]

@@mbeatty6970 Yup. Just like a bike those things WILL get a puncture and a flat tire and those spoiled rich white yuppies will have to call someone to come and get them.

[@iceartist22]

Great review. I have one & can vouch for the WORKOUT aspect! This is nothing like riding a bike - it took me a couple months to work up to going 4 miles (given I was quite out of shape but I could do 3x that on my bike without any trouble). And it works your whole body because you really use your arms a lot.

[@timothy3732]

But for longer rides nothing, and I mean nothing, will ever be better than a bike. Does this piece of expensive shit go on mountain bike trails? Nope. Fuck it then.

[@iceartist22]

@@timothy3732 nope, you’re right, it’s a different use. For me it is purely for an amazing workout. I ride my bike other times for other purposes.

[@timothy3732]

@@iceartist22 I am sticking with what I have and what I know instead of shelling out thousands of dollars as they are trying to make everyone do with their propaganda where they are lying and trying to make you feel like your workouts are crap without it. I'm sure it is fun for those who use it until it breaks down or needs other maintenance and parts replaced.

[@herbpalmerjr5562]

@@timothy3732 cool lobster lab media branding and marketing on a budget

[@brianglenary]

Great Review - these things cost $1200 or more! Thanks for an honest review

[@Amywazwaz06]

Thank you for sharing the price too

[@timothy3732]

Yup, which is why you ONLY see rich white yuppies in their ads.

[@herbpalmerjr5562]

cool bike lobster lab media, branding and marketing on a budget

[@MrBiggles53]

I test rode a user/ambassador’s StreetStrider. I liked the idea of getting an upper body workout and standing up versus sitting down, which I do most of the day at work. It may have been that the one I tested was loosely assembled; but it felt very unstable while operating, especially while turning! I didn’t trust it to go in traffic, like I was planning to use it around town. I wound up buying an Elliptigo 8-speed off CraigsList for $1500 years ago and felt stable on it IMMEDIATELY. I usually ride recumbents, so it was WAY different style and perspective, but a fun and welcome one. It’s my afterwork exerciser. Also good for exploring; and climbs hills surprisingly well. Rolls great! I find it easier to maintain cadence and an even level of effort on recumbents, especially my trike. Thanks for sharing! Your build appears better than the one I rode; but for stability and portability, I like the Elliptigo more.

[@EricFischnaller]

MrBiggles53 I ended up having to do a whole bunch of tightening up bolts and changing of the bolts to make this thing perform as well as it does. It definitely requires a bit of wrench work to begin with so it performs best. Thanks for your comment. The elliptical does ride nice

[@stopthatmikey]

Nice and informative review!! Probably gonna get this rather than the Elliptigo because of the price as well. Thank you!!

[@chuckwilburn1298]

I had a minor stroke and have balance issues and don't want to be in a damn wheelchair all the time. I'm looking for something that's fluid and ergonomic. When someone standing behind maybe maybe get me going I can get the learning curve down iHome to never be wheelchair bound for the rest of my life

[@cristinalopez-zg8qy]

Is the bracket where you put the bag for snacks, strong enough to somehow add a baby seat and take my 30lb baby with me? Lol

[@madveteran7945]

Awesome review, brother.

[@jaylittleton1]

It's about 1-1/2 years later. Do you still have this and how is it holding up? Thanks and Happy 2022.

[@tonyboby0611]

Your handlebar does not seem being installed correctly. Its orientation should be outward, not inward. Correctly it should be like this kzbin.info/www/bejne/iH_caKOMmqaDnsU

[@tonyboby0611]

I love it, because it's very "tiring," very calorie-consuming.

[@LoveLife-gv8jg]

Looks fast! Did you feel the workout after your first real ride?

[@lindalakota38]

Man i want to try one and install Ehub

[@Dani_sister4peace]

Just got our first strider. Both me and my mother are post back surgery out of shape. She can't sit on a bike seat so this was her pick. I'm clumsy so I'm nervous about trying it. But we'll see

[@EricFischnaller]

You’ll get it. Just keep trying and don’t think for a second you’ll be going farther than around a few blocks to begin with. Work your way up to doing miles so you don’t get discouraged or so sore you don’t want to keep at it.

[@ED3]

HI "BIKE MAN" What new stuff is going to be reviewed? Looking forward to your next video.

[@ED3]

Looks like fun. Your now "the bike man".

[@cristianmaroto1073]

Good greetings from Costa Rica, could you tell me how to double her address please, thank you

[@plutoplatters]

I think the front tires should be 3-4 inches further apart ....

[@bjlee8348]

I'm wondering how this would work for someone with chronic ankle problems. Is the way you move your ankle different than a regular bike; i.e. I can more my foot up and down, but the full range that one uses on a typical bike flares my ankle up pretty quickly. any comments helpful

[@EricFischnaller]

It’s like walking I think this would not be a good solution for you. I’d recommend a hand cycle trike or the like

[@EricFischnaller]

Does a regular bike really bother your ankle? Have you tried clipless cleats? They hold your feet in a particular position so you can push down push forward pull back and pull up for efficiency. Youd have to teach yourself to hold your ankle in s position where it won’t hurt or wear a brace but I think this could help. You could use this method with a regular bike, recumbent bike or trike. Maybe go see a cycling fit expert they may be able to help you

[@queensaharaice7376]

Very informative for me. Thnaks for the video💕

[@nighthiker8872]

Honest review.

[@TheScientificSkeptic]

I really liked my strider until it broke several times including both skis throwing me off and my knee even going out. The owner was unhelpful and now it's dead and rusting in my shed. didn't make it over a year. Waste of money but would have loved it had it not broken down so quickly and so many times. If you like them and can afford it, buy 5.

[@charlesyawn3768]

So Have mine for about 3 weeks now and wow what a workout I bought after your review THANKS ,, I am still struggle with what place I like my feet the best. front middle or back I am leaning towards the back but just not sure what's your thought?

[@EricFischnaller]

Charles Yawn I like mine near the back. Part of it is my height limits me to be closer to the back glad you’re enjoying it

[@JANTURANband]

I love that you had your son try this as I am about his size. Are the handle bars adjustable up and down? I'm afraid I might not be tall enough. I'm 5'0". Thanks.

[@EricFischnaller]

At the time of this filming Trevor was about 4’10”. The handles do have a bit of adjustment and you could further customize with a shorter crankset to change how much your knees would have to bend and make it more comfortable. It wouldn’t be ideal but neither was it ideal for me at 6’4” - a bit too small for me but it worked

[@JANTURANband]

@@EricFischnaller Knees bending? Is it too much bend for a shorter person? (I thought I was about the size of your son).

[@JANTURANband]

@@EricFischnaller Thank you. I found a used one that was nearly new and bought it yesterday. I tried it and it takes some getting used to but I think I will conquer it. You do need open road and little traffic though, which I have.

[@EricFischnaller]

@@JANTURANband perfect enjoy it. Once you can do some moderate hills it really gets fun

[@gaggag1152]

Dear Eric, do you know the length and width oft the SR? I took a look on the Homepage, but didn't find any measures. Greeetings Form Germany!

[@EricFischnaller]

Do you mean the street strider? Width is just about 30” length is 69” height folded 24”

[@gaggag1152]

@@EricFischnaller Thank you very much! Presumably it is a bit too broad for our Bikeways (others would not be able to pass by). Otherwise i have to drive on road, that's even not the best idea ...,. It's how it is, in your country you have broader streets than we. Think, i will try the elliptigo, even if it is more expensive. Our time is exactly 4 o' clock in the night, time to go to bed ... Have a good day - and good ride!

[@sdftrd]

For years I've been a runner, but about 7 years ago I was diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease and am having trouble keeping my balance. If I'm not careful it's easy for me to trip on a tiny crack in the pavement or slip on water. I noticed that in order to turn this bike left or right one needs to lean in that direction. I'm afraid that leaning too much might compromise my balance. I like the idea that this bike gives you a full-body workout (cardio exercise is one of the best things one can do to treat Parkinson's), but at the same time I'm concerned about balance. Any opinions on this? Many thanks.

[@EricFischnaller]

I think this bike might be a bit ambitious given your balance concerns. Though it’s a trike, it’s not easy to turn especially sharply as you saw in the video I put my foot down at one point, and I have excellent balance. You might try a traditional recumbent trike to adventure outdoors on. A tadpole style has two wheels up front and single in the rear. They’re super stable, comfortable and fast but an excellent workout. For a more full body exercise try rowing.

[@twilacarr4334]

Eric you say it folds down easily. Have they changed it in the past couple of years because I watched a video that was 2 or 3 years old on KZbin and it seemed very tedious to fold.

[@EricFischnaller]

@@twilacarr4334 to fold the StreetStrider you will need some hex wrenches. You will remove the 3 screws holding the steering riser and fold. Not exactly quick but not too bad. I don’t see this as something I’d want to do each time I used it however.

[@timothy3732]

Or get an indoor elliptical.

[@nighthiker8872]

Can you customize a Schwinn bike with power. on a real road you needs mirrors, to be able to dodge the elements.

[@EricFischnaller]

I use a mirror on my helmet personally I've found this superior to anything mounted on a bike.

[@nighthiker8872]

@@EricFischnaller Sounds good, Standing up is good for the blood flow and the Lymphatic system.

[@Phenom-rl5pr]

Great review, I'm eyeing one of these mainly for cardio/weightloss. Is it good for that? Also, once you master it, does it continue to be challenging and get a good work out?

[@EricFischnaller]

Yes definitely. Just like any aerobic fitness if you are finding your normal loop too easy make it longer, put in a hill or two or do sprints. It’s a lot more fun than a stair stepper or other machine

[@Phenom-rl5pr]

@@EricFischnaller right, but it has gears like a bike right that makes "pedaling" more challenging correct?

[@EricFischnaller]

@@Phenom-rl5pr yes it has 8 gears

[@mbeatty6970]

It's got an fnkg chain, It needs LUBE.

[@timothy3732]

Yup, and the stupid yuppies will shell out even more money to get it oiled because if they are dumb enough to buy this then they are dumb enough not to do a very easy clean and re oil job on the chain.

[@mbeatty6970]

Why can't you pedal it and have the wheels stay straight? Every pedal stroke the front wheels change direction.

[@lindalakota38]

Oooo darn the peble guy. You live not to far from me your in vt

[@EricFischnaller]

I’m in OR so very far I think

[@SpikeyGuy]

Appreciate the video -- what do you think re. safety angle? Do other cars / bikes see you, can I respond well, if not? --This seems esp. important when taking turns.

[@EricFischnaller]

Cars don’t ever see bikes… always ride as if you’re invisible and you’ll avoid deadly car/bike accidents. Other bikes definitely see you. You’ve got an excellent view of the road ahead and can respond easily.

[@aventurasconjazmin3867]

Donde la puedo comprar

[@kathleensanchez1428]

Are there any places that you can rent one and see if it's for you before you invest in purchasing? I live in Madison, WI and I can't find any rental spots.

[@EricFischnaller]

Kathleen, you might try reaching out to the Street Strider company in case they have an owner's network like some other companies do for test rides

[@Moes_Prep_and_Tech]

Imagine this with an ebike wheel attatched to it, lol

[@teejtata]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/iHfIkpucjaxmpq8

[@edd7812]

If you bought one currently does it come with that rack on the back? If not, where can you get one. Thanks! Real straightforward review, nice work.

[@EricFischnaller]

I would think no. Racks like this are easy to mount and about $50-100

[@monkeyb1820]

Are you still using it? I have a used Elliptigo long stride model. These are neat too, but I think the side-to-side action of the SS gives it a slightly wider profile. SS possibly has more moving parts, more nuts and bolts that can come loose. I think the Elliptigos sell quicker on the used market (granted for around 1/3 to 1/2 of new price).

[@EricFischnaller]

It was my wife’s “bike” and she wanted a recumbent trike so we sold this a while back and got her one of those.

[@Queenin365]

That's what i was waiting for. The weight capacity...

[@davidsteelman8081]

where can you get one

[@EricFischnaller]

I bought mine used from Facebook marketplace. I'd recommend trying that or Craigslist. Buying new is just too expensive for what you get I think.

[@lauramartin7883]

Question: do your knees ever bump up against the "handlebars" as you pull one of the elliptical bars toward your body?

[@EricFischnaller]

I would scoot my feet back on the bars to give more clearance. If I was all the way forward it was a definite problem.

[@bosatsu76]

Would you, could you, ride this 60 miles? Across country? Over a mountain? Is this an actual transportation machine like a standard or recumbent bike..?

[@EricFischnaller]

I would say no. I suppose anything could be done depending on your fitness and will, but it would be tough to even do a 30-miler at least for me, average speed was about 10mph. There is a guy I see in the park periodically that has one of these - he's clipping along at about 15 and seems to be very capable. maybe he does longer "rides" on his.

[@timothy3732]

Nothing will ever beat a bicycle which is a hell of a lot better than this POS and a lot cheaper to with many more uses.

[@alekseykasaev8706]

very beatuful district

[@coilstreeservice9398]

Yeah thanks I’m gonna stick with the mountain bike

[@EricFischnaller]

Good choice!

[@sincereimpressions]

Thanks for the information .. Great Video!!

[@ambularflute222]

Totally unrelated but you sound like the actor Sean Gunn.

[@kurtjens]

Are you in Eugene, OR? That looks just like Russet, off of Willagillespie.

[@EricFischnaller]

Indeed it is you local?

[@kurtjens]

@@EricFischnaller I'm astonished that I haven't seen you on it. I live very nearby and I've owned one of those for several years. I generally use it for errands to the local shopping area by Sheldon HS.

[@EricFischnaller]

@@kurtjens It was my wife's bike but this year we sold it and got her a recumbent trike. I was hoping we'd be able to get something she could keep up with my road bike on and do a bit more distance. The Street Strider is a ton of fun, but not really capable of long distance riding (10 miles-ish would be long distance for my wife). It's a bit too much of a workout for her. Glad you have one and enjoy it. It's a great design. The lady who bought it really liked it and took it home to PDX.

[@kristadumont3863]

is there a seat?

[@EricFischnaller]

Krista Dumont no seat. It’s an elliptical machine that goes down the road

[@tpsu129]

I wonder what your height and weight are in the video.

[@EricFischnaller]

I'm 6'4" and about 215# hope that helps

[@search1958]

I had one at one time sold it, was to bulky to store.

[@EricFischnaller]

Marina Escamilla I store mine ON TOP of my lawn mower so doesn’t take too much room up

[@stevekizewski6956]

I sure hope it works for me i could only go 5 mins WOW hard to breath after i got off im glad im Not a smoker

[@EricFischnaller]

Yeah the first time I tried it, I thought... I'll ride out and over to the park and back - about 3-4 miles total no biggie right... WRONG. this thing is a killer workout. Going to the park went over a pretty tall bridge and that was a bit of a grind. Going down was fun though : )

[@maureenwhiteschock5551]

How about hills?

[@EricFischnaller]

Hills are very challenging bit doable once you get more used to riding the trike.

[@3ladiesonavine]

great review

[@VRtechman]

I don't know man! You may be too tall for this! Let your kid have it! 😅

[@adryen763]

Can it go safely down hills and up hills?

[@EricFischnaller]

Adryen Goldstein totally. If you have ever slalom skii’d it’s a bit like that fast and fun! There are really great brakes too. Uphill is challenging and you’ll get your workout in very quickly

[@adryen763]

Eric Fischnaller thank you!

[@user-rc8eq9jq4f]

it only has 1 gear, that sucks

[@EricFischnaller]

This one has an 8-speed Shimano Nexus internal gear hub. The lowest end model is 3 I think high end Is 8-speed

[@user-rc8eq9jq4f]

@@EricFischnaller thank you where can i test ride one?

[@EricFischnaller]

@@user-rc8eq9jq4f not sure maybe reach out to the company and request one? Maybe they have an owners network.

[@auntdayskitchen6315]

Good review especially the information about it not being good for off-road use very informative and well thought out

[@My-Mai]

Stick with a "real" bike- I recommend Bianchi. This thing can't go far and it looks heavy and it's a lot of money.

[@tccycling]

This is the silliest thing I've ever seen. It's massively impractical. For this money you can get a fantastic bike that will help you burn just as many calories and will go anywhere. Ridiculous.

[@weirdtraffic2627]

I can't ride a regular bike, today I tried. I have too many injuries it was ridiculous. I am thinking, though, standing up and not craning my neck might be the way to go in terms of getting on a bike path just to get out of the house and move a little.

[@timothy3732]

I totally agree Todd! Yesterday I did a 20 or more mile BIKE ride and no way would I be able to haul all the gear I carried on one of these things let alone do all that distance. Plus I was on an off road trail and no way could this make it on it since it is designed for pavement only.

[@nishapuduseril9488]

This is a scam. Lost my money