I am really happy with my purchase of this machine and decided after reading the reviews this would work for me. It has been great for my arms and hips, as I get ready for the biking season.
First, soon after buying it, one of the bolts that hold an arm in place shorn off due to play in the connection. I got a new bolt and had to shim both sides using tape. A couple years later of semi regular use, the connection between the piston and frame suddenly snapped while using it. Not worth trying to fix again. That should never happen. This thing is garbage, don't buy it.
Really well built machine and was not expecting it to be so for the low price. My wife and I both are using and it gives you a good workout. The only thing I would change would be more padding on the seat.
I have owned this glider for probably 8 years and use it consistently. I replaced the piston within the first year due to leaking fluid but other than that I has been problem free. I love this glider, it is very effective targeting arms, shoulders, back, and abs. It's an effective cardio work out, more than I expected it to be. I would definitely recommend this glider. When contacting customer care, they are very helpful. The replacement piston was very affordable and arrived within a few days of ordering.