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An exercise apparatus has (a) a bi-modal seat that readily transforms between a first configuration, which is adapted for conventional cycling, and a second configuration, which is adapted for recumbent cycling; (b) a bi-modal flywheel assembly that readily switches between a direct drive configurat

An exercise apparatus has (a) a bi-modal seat that readily transforms between a first configuration, which is adapted for conventional cycling, and a second configuration, which is adapted for recumbent cycling; (b) a bi-modal flywheel assembly that readily switches between a direct drive configuration and a free-wheel configuration; and/or (c) a braking assembly which readily stops rotation of the flywheel at the discretion of a user.

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[ What is claimed is:] [1.] An exercise apparatus, comprising:a frame designed to rest upon a floor surface;a shaft rotatably mounted on said frame;left and right foot supporting members movably mounted on said frame and connected to said shaft in such a manner that movement of said foot supporting

[ What is claimed is:] [1.] An exercise apparatus, comprising:a frame designed to rest upon a floor surface;a shaft rotatably mounted on said frame;left and right foot supporting members movably mounted on said frame and connected to said shaft in such a manner that movement of said foot supporting members is linked to rotation of said shaft;a flywheel rotatably mounted on said frame; anda connector mounted on said shaft and movable axially along said shaft between a first position, wherein said connector is capable of transmitting a torque between said shaft and said flywheel and a second position, wherein said connector is incapable of transmitting said torque between said shaft and said flywheel.