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I've done 14 rides in the 21 days we've owned one, and my wife probably a couple rides less than that (she also does Orange Theory and runs regularly), so it's been a good purchase for us. Much better workout for me than what I was previously doing on the treadmill. I do think the nature of the interface and game theory elements adds an important motivational component that would be missing on a less expensive option.
Thanks BB. Any tips and recommendations? Are there different models / options worth / not worth doing?
As far as I’m aware, there’s only one bike. The only option are the packages that include shoes, heart rate monitors, hand weights, etc. My wife already had a heart rate monitor so we got the package with one pair of shoes, one HRM and one set of hand weights, and then bought an extra pair of shoes a la carte. Would make the same purchase today.
For the stuff you see on the monitor riding with other people, is that just online like a video game? Is there are charge for that? Or is the instruction pre recorded? If both, do you have a preference?
The classes are included in the monthly membership, which runs around $40 a month. I was able to prepay a few years in advance and get that cost down.
Thanks. I didn't know there was another monthly membership on top of the bike. I guess it makes sense if they're doing live stuff.
Had mine about 18 months now. Still love it. I haven't ridden it much lately, been trying to focus on running. Its $40 a month. I think you get a free month if you pay a year in full.
Others have already responded with a bunch of detail in response to your questions. It's like an on-line spin class. (There are scenic outdoor rides, but I didn't like them because they don't simulate hills or flat roads on their own - you have to do that manually.)Joe Bryant said:
Look upthread for an explanation. They use one of the standard clips, but it's not the most common one.
Hadn’t ever taken one of her classes so booted up a Jess King 30-minute 90s hip hop class tonight on your recommendation. Six minute warm up that was easier than I was used to, so I cranked up the resistance. That may have been a mistake. As soon as we were out of the warm up it was an instant grind. And while there was some jogging, she kept us in the saddle on resistance more than the other classes I’ve taken. My quads were screaming. Somehow I made it to the finish and bested my top output to date by 20 kJ. Thanks for the rec - her classes will definitely be in my rotation (when I’m up to it).Nigel said:
They require LOOK clips. SPD more common but LOOK has plenty of options. I have size 14 foot and had to order a pair off amazon, took the cleats and clips to a bike shop after failing to get it right a couple times.... they showed me how to do it in about 60 seconds.
If you break it all down the $40 per month really isn't that much. For that price you get as many logins as you want on that bike. So if you and your wife take 3 classes a week each its less than $3.50 per class. If your wife is as active as you say I bet she'd love this. My kids have expressed interest in wanting to ride it too. I'm sure when they're teens they'll ride a little bit.
How does that part work - is the screen big enough or adjustable to where you can see it well when not on the bike?
I would say $40 per month or almost $500 a year to use the exercise equipment in your home is seen as pretty expensive by most people. Clearly enough people are paying to make it work for them.
I look at it as replacing a gym membership though. I don't think you need both for the average person that just wants to get in/stay in decent shape on their time.
If that's how you want to view it, then yes, it would be considered expensive. For full disclosure, you don't need to pay the $40/month to use the Peloton, but if you're not going to pay the $40/month then save a bunch up front and buy a much cheaper bike than a Peloton.
It probably isn't worthwhile for most. Are you an avid spinner? Do you not enjoy the spin class at the gym? Do you not enjoy other forms of cardio? Do you already have a strength program that doesnt involve you going to a gym?
No doubt. For lots of people clearly, it's worth it. I just said $40 per month or almost $500 a year to use the exercise equipment in your home is seen as pretty expensive by most people.
I miss seeing her on the strava scroll. Bring her back, nigel!I’m taking a class live in the NYC studio this Sat w Jess King
I think this is one of the spaces where people are willing to spend money. I'd have to wonder the retention rate of the subscription service. I'm sure there is a large non-renewal percentage, but that's similar to gym memberships in general. I've never been into classes, but some people love them. Whatever works.
