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Street
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Eclipse and JET Owner’s Manual
4. Simple Steps to Learn to Stride
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Riding a StreetStrider mobile elliptical cross trainer, which feels like a cross between skiing, jogging and cycling, is an absolute
blast! Follow these 7 simple steps to learn how to stride:
Step 1: Safety first.
Before you stride, make sure you have a CPSC (Consumer Product Safety Commission) approved
cycling helmet or other helmet to protect your head. Children under 18 years old must wear helmets in some states. If you stride
at night, make sure you wear light colored or reflective clothing. It is also advised that you equip your StreetStrider with front and
rear lights. Before starting any exercise program such as StreetStriding, check with your doctor to make sure you are physically
healthy enough.
Step 2: Find a safe, flat place.
An ideal location to first practice your StreetStriding is a large flat area such as a
parking lot with little to no traffic.
Step 3: Engage the brake when stepping on the StreetStrider.
Your StreetStrider is equipped with a rear
brake operated with the right hand grip lever at the top of the strider pole. Each time you step onto your StreetStrider, squeeze
the brake lever to stabilize the StreetStrider.
Step 4: Step on and get comfortable.
With the brake lever squeezed, step first onto the foot platform that is closest
to the ground. Position your foot in about the middle of the platform. You can always change your foot position while striding to
find the ideal spot for your striding style.
Step 5: Lean to steer.
Your StreetStrider is equipped with a lean-to-steer system. To make a turn, simply lean a little bit
in the direction of the turn and the StreetStrider will begin to turn. The more you lean, the more the StreetStrider turns. To assist
with turning, you may want to lower the foot platform on the inside of the turn. Although this isn’t necessary, it can make turning
seem easier for some people. Your StreetStrider can also be turned by moving both arm strider poles sideways toward the
direction of the turn. This movement causes the wheels to turn in that direction.
Step 6: Cruise a bit.
Before you go out on the road or bike path, it is a good idea to practice using your StreetStrider in a
safe area. We recommend practicing right and left turns, braking and gear shifting using these instructions.
Step 7: Have fun.
Now get out there and enjoy your StreetStrider! You’ll have a blast and burn calories too!
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Safety Equipment
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WARNING: Many states require specific safety devices. It is your responsibility to familiarize yourself with the laws of
the states where you stride and to comply with all applicable laws, including properly equipping yourself and your
StreetStrider as the law requires.
Helmets
While not all states require bicyclists to wear approved protective headgear, common sense dictates that you
should wear a CPSC (Consumer Product Safety Commission) approved cycling helmet or other helmet whether the law requires
it or not. Most serious vehicular injuries involve head injuries that might have been avoided if the rider had worn a helmet. You
can find a variety of attractive helmets and get recommendations at the www.StreetStrider.com online store or your local dealer.
The “right” helmet is not just a fashion statement. It must fit correctly, be worn correctly and be properly secured to do its real job.
Ask StreetStrider technical support or your local dealer to help you with the fit and adjustment of your helmet.
WARNING: Always wear a helmet when riding your StreetStrider. Always keep the chinstrap securely buckled. Failure to
wear an approved helmet may result in serious injury or death.
Reflectors
Reflectors, an integral part of your StreetStrider, are important safety devices designed to pick up and reflect
street lights and car lights in a way that helps you be seen and recognized as a moving rider. Federal regulations require every
StreetStrider to be equipped with front and rear wheel and pedal reflectors. The size, performance and location of each reflector
are specified by the U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission. CAUTION: Check reflectors and their mounting brackets
