oldmanhawkins 167 Posted August 21, 2017 Look at me! How many dots per week should I expect? Should I get on this thing? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OrtonToOlsen 15,262 Posted August 21, 2017 "Happy birthday, fat-###!" 19 1 6 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Getzlaf15 8,142 Posted August 21, 2017 19 minutes ago, oldmanhawkins said: Look at me! How many dots per week should I expect? Should I get on this thing? @Otis Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Johnny Rock 1,868 Posted August 21, 2017 How man riders does she like? 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KCitons 3,826 Posted August 21, 2017 If your wife is as hot as the girl in the commercial, good for you. If not, I hope the peloton helps. 6 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oldmanhawkins 167 Posted August 21, 2017 5 minutes ago, proninja said: Buying other people exercise equipment in hopes they use it generally isn't a winning strategy, but I wish you nothing but the best. She asked for it. She was spending a #### ton of $$ at soul cycle so I figure it could actually save us money after a year. 7 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jhib 1,773 Posted August 21, 2017 Personally, I would be better off just buying my wife some clothes hangers, because I'm sure they would be used the same way after a week or two. But hopefully it works out for you! 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NutterButter 5,061 Posted August 21, 2017 So you're the one otis sold his peloton to 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nigel 2,839 Posted August 21, 2017 Yes get some shoes and use it, if you give it a chance you'll love it. 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oldmanhawkins 167 Posted August 21, 2017 1 minute ago, Nigel said: Yes get some shoes and use it, if you give it a chance you'll love it. Going to give it a try after GOT, will report back Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nigel 2,839 Posted August 21, 2017 4 minutes ago, oldmanhawkins said: Going to give it a try after GOT, will report back Give Emma Lovewell a whirl. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Frostillicus 13,829 Posted August 21, 2017 Is that like a spanish hooker? 1 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oldmanhawkins 167 Posted August 21, 2017 12 hours ago, Nigel said: Give Emma Lovewell a whirl. Tried the big and brassy with Hannah Marie. She didn't stop yapping. Shame because the music was good. I'll try lovewell today Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oldmanhawkins 167 Posted August 21, 2017 Oh and it's a good workout. I laughed at the 5 lb weights but keeping them in the air for that long is painful. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oldmanhawkins 167 Posted August 23, 2017 I took a day off today after riding for the last three. This thing is pretty addictive. I've always hated exercising unless it was sports related. I like how they keep track of your previous workouts so you can shoot for incremental improvements. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
James Daulton 8,498 Posted August 23, 2017 What'd that thing set you back? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oldmanhawkins 167 Posted August 23, 2017 1 minute ago, James Daulton said: What'd that thing set you back? $3600 in all. The machine was $2400 before tax, shipping, etc. I prepaid for 24 months because they threw in 3 months free. I rationalized the cost since my wife has been spending over $300 a month on fitness for the past year. Plus, now I'm the good guy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
James Daulton 8,498 Posted August 23, 2017 You'd think these would have come down in price by now. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SWC 13,376 Posted August 23, 2017 my car is worth less and i mean a lot less than your wifes exercise bike bromigo and that my friend is why god gave the old swcer beer just drink it off take that to the bank brohans 6 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oldmanhawkins 167 Posted August 23, 2017 Just now, SWC said: my car is worth less and i mean a lot less than your wifes exercise bike bromigo and that my friend is why god gave the old swcer beer just drink it off take that to the bank brohans Mine too I'm about as cheap as they come but happy wife and all that. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NutterButter 5,061 Posted August 23, 2017 26 minutes ago, oldmanhawkins said: I took a day off today after riding for the last three. This thing is pretty addictive. I've always hated exercising unless it was sports related. I like how they keep track of your previous workouts so you can shoot for incremental improvements. is this an otis alias? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SWC 13,376 Posted August 23, 2017 what really makes me sad is that even though the pelotoan is nailed to the floor and does not move it still probably has a better towing capability than my pos car one of these days i will get a 75 charger and life will be better but it aint gonna be this day brohans take that to the bank 1 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eoMMan 4,758 Posted August 23, 2017 Any pics yet? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AcerFC 3,735 Posted August 23, 2017 I did this. My wife made me return it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nigel 2,839 Posted August 23, 2017 3 minutes ago, AcerFC said: I did this. My wife made me return it. Yes, and ruined the awesome plan for a live online race between me you and @Otis. As a result Otis never got on the ####### thing, sold it, and will be fat forever. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jb1020 1,234 Posted September 26, 2017 Just got my wife one of these....yeah, we'll go with that! I've been dropping hints about wanting one of these for 2 years. She finally cracked. We used to both go to early morning spin classes when we had no kids and lived a block away from a gym. Its truly the only exercise shes ever enjoyed. I'm hoping this is a win-win situation here. Ordered that sucker Sunday night, it will be here Thursday afternoon. Thats pretty decent turn around for something like this. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Foosball God 2,504 Posted September 26, 2017 1 hour ago, jb1020 said: Just got my wife one of these....yeah, we'll go with that! I've been dropping hints about wanting one of these for 2 years. She finally cracked. We used to both go to early morning spin classes when we had no kids and lived a block away from a gym. Its truly the only exercise shes ever enjoyed. I'm hoping this is a win-win situation here. Ordered that sucker Sunday night, it will be here Thursday afternoon. Thats pretty decent turn around for something like this. They want to get it to you before you sober up. 3 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
brettdj 41 Posted November 16, 2017 Bike is heavy. Anyone move it around/put away? Just starting my research on this. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jb1020 1,234 Posted November 16, 2017 14 minutes ago, brettdj said: Bike is heavy. Anyone move it around/put away? Just starting my research on this. Bike is definitely heavy. I haven't had to move mine yet, but it has two little roller skate wheels on the front that look like its made to lift from the back and just roll wherever you need too go. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
urbanhack 10,293 Posted January 28 this is one of the best... https://twitter.com/ClueHeywood/status/1089699762331217920 11 1 10 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zamboni 3,444 Posted January 28 I'm old, so I immediately thought you meant a Mellotron. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
matuski 3,814 Posted January 29 We actually still use ours quite a bit a year later. Love it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stompin' Tom Connors 2,986 Posted January 29 1 hour ago, zamboni said: I'm old, so I immediately thought you meant a Mellotron. And anytime I hear the word Mellotron, I think of King Crimson's "Court of the Crimson King" and Moody Blues' "Days of Future Past" -- two albums dripping wet with the silky dulcet tones of the instrument. As to a Peloton - I can't see why getting on a normal $250 stationary bike while watching a YouTube spin class on your phone for free doesn't accomplish the very same thing for a fraction of the price. What's the value-add (aside from name brand)? 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AAABatteries 18,322 Posted January 29 1 hour ago, urbanhack said: this is one of the best... https://twitter.com/ClueHeywood/status/1089699762331217920 "Sometimes I’ll move the Peloton bike into our gallery so I can spend time with my half gay husband while he reads Architectural Digest wearing combat boots" Who else knew that @El Floppo's wife had one? 7 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AAABatteries 18,322 Posted January 29 Ok, I literally LOL'd at this one to the point my wife called me annoying. Chicks "My Peloton is in the living room because it’s my favorite work of art aside from the turquoise marble peacock I keep in the fireplace." 3 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AAABatteries 18,322 Posted January 29 Also for Floppo "Our architect suggested a Peloton nook for our pied-à-terre. They do not belong in nooks. They belong where an observatory would be, if you didn’t own a Peloton. We fired him." 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SWC 13,376 Posted January 29 those are really funny and the rest of that guys stuff is pretty cool as well that brohan is a true brohan and should call his grandma tell her she is also a brohan and then take that to the bank 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lehigh98 774 Posted January 29 (edited) 44 minutes ago, Stompin' Tom Connors said: As to a Peloton - I can't see why getting on a normal $250 stationary bike while watching a YouTube spin class on your phone for free doesn't accomplish the very same thing for a fraction of the price. What's the value-add (aside from name brand)? Bike is solid and smooth to ride, nothing like your grandma's $250 bike. Resistance, cadence, and heart rate tie back to the main screen for immediate feedback so you can follow directions and zones easier and helps to push yourself for better stats. There's a leaderboard so there's a little competitive element to push you a little more. But you can also follow people and "high five" or join teams and challenges so there can be a team element to keep you engaged and coming back too. Lots of live classes and they're all saved so there are tons of different types of classes you can take online at any time. They are expensive so that's why I picked up a used one. Edited January 29 by Lehigh98 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RC94 1,615 Posted January 29 15 minutes ago, Lehigh98 said: Bike is solid and smooth to ride, nothing like your grandma's $250 bike. Resistance, cadence, and heart rate tie back to the main screen for immediate feedback so you can follow directions and zones easier and helps to push yourself for better stats. There's a leaderboard so there's a little competitive element to push you a little more. But you can also follow people and "high five" or join teams and challenges so there can be a team element to keep you engaged and coming back too. Lots of live classes and they're all saved so there are tons of different types of classes you can take online at any time. They are expensive so that's why I picked up a used one. Where did you put it? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lehigh98 774 Posted January 29 2 minutes ago, RC94 said: Where did you put it? By the window on my side of the bed, I can roll right out and hop on in the morning. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jobber 1,822 Posted January 29 This thing sounds amazing. I’m too poor and only have a lowly treadmill. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RC94 1,615 Posted January 29 40 minutes ago, Lehigh98 said: By the window on my side of the bed, I can roll right out and hop on in the morning. You should move it to the observatory or the art gallery or maybe to your penthouse so you can have a view overlooking the rest of the city. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
matuski 3,814 Posted January 29 2 hours ago, Stompin' Tom Connors said: As to a Peloton - I can't see why getting on a normal $250 stationary bike while watching a YouTube spin class on your phone for free doesn't accomplish the very same thing for a fraction of the price. What's the value-add (aside from name brand)? Not even close. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
matuski 3,814 Posted January 29 (edited) 1 hour ago, RC94 said: Where did you put it? We have ours living room looking out our sliding wall of windows at the ranch behind our house. Not quite a glass enclosed zen garden with waterfalls, but I like it. Pretty sexy piece of equipment, great ice breaker/topic of conversation when we have company. "Oh my god you have a Peloton! I want one!" Edited January 29 by matuski Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Apple Jack 3,626 Posted January 29 This is one of the funnier thread titles I've seen here. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
matuski 3,814 Posted January 29 We had a dog sitter offer to trade Peloton time instead of money. So she use our peloton 7 times in 4 days while we went on vacation. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bigbottom 8,237 Posted January 29 41 minutes ago, matuski said: We had a dog sitter offer to trade Peloton time instead of money. So she use our peloton 7 times in 4 days while we went on vacation. Did your wife let her use her shoes? 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
matuski 3,814 Posted January 29 (edited) 9 hours ago, bigbottom said: Did your wife let her use her shoes? Kind of, we ordered (or they came free? don't remember) shoes from Peloton with the bike. They were too small for both of us, so we got others from Amazon... she used my wife's small pair. eta - the shoes are really the only nuisance we experienced in the beginning. We ordered just whatever shoes online. Figured out not all cleats are the same, and that Peloton uses the cleat type that is less common (SPD vs Look, I don't recall which is which). Had to reorder again. Edited January 29 by matuski Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites