Lehigh98 Posted November 11, 2019 Share Posted November 11, 2019 3 hours ago, East Coast Bias said: Someone send me a referral code. KPQW3M For every Peloton Bike or Tread purchased using your unique referral code, you’ll receive up to $100 off your next purchase at the online Peloton Boutique. The person you referred will receive $100 towards accessories at purchase. Let me know if you have any questions about the bike. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redwes25 Posted November 26, 2019 Share Posted November 26, 2019 (edited) Ok, so I pulled the trigger on this given there is a small sale going on (a bunch of accessories are included). It is being delivered on Monday and I am really looking forward to it as I really need to improve my fitness and just don't have time to get to the gym more then once a week (where I usually ride a bike anyway). Hope I can really up my fitness with this. Any tips for a newbie. Edited November 26, 2019 by Redwes25 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lehigh98 Posted November 26, 2019 Share Posted November 26, 2019 23 minutes ago, Redwes25 said: Ok, so I pulled the trigger on this given there is a small sale going on (a bunch of accessories are included). It is being delivered on Monday and I am really looking forward to it as I really need to improve my fitness and just don't have time to get to the gym more then once a week (where I usually ride a bike anyway). Hope I can really up my fitness with this. Any tips for a newbie. If you like keeping stats and tracking improvement, try Intro to Power Zones to start. Its based off the power you generate (resistance x rpm). There's a test to establish your initial baseline and then the classes are focused on improving. You can retake the test again later to check your progress. I've tried most of the class types and that's my favorite. I'll also select "just ride" and ride while I'm watching TV. I just went through the "The Boys" with a series of 1 hour rides. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pokin Posted November 26, 2019 Share Posted November 26, 2019 1 hour ago, Lehigh98 said: If you like keeping stats and tracking improvement, try Intro to Power Zones to start. Its based off the power you generate (resistance x rpm). There's a test to establish your initial baseline and then the classes are focused on improving. You can retake the test again later to check your progress. I've tried most of the class types and that's my favorite. I'll also select "just ride" and ride while I'm watching TV. I just went through the "The Boys" with a series of 1 hour rides. I second the Power Zone classes. I've improved my results a huge amount in in only a couple of months. There are only two instructors that do Power Zone classes which is a little disappointing but I still really enjoy them. Give a Denis Morton Power Zone ride a shot after the first week of the Discover Your Power Zone program for a change of pace. He's pretty funny and I like his music choices better than Matt who is the other Power Zone guy. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tommyboy Posted November 26, 2019 Share Posted November 26, 2019 has your wife lost 30lbs, got a boob job and filed for divorce yet? 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redwes25 Posted November 26, 2019 Share Posted November 26, 2019 5 minutes ago, tommyboy said: has your wife lost 30lbs, got a boob job and filed for divorce yet? Isn't that the plan for this thing? That is why I got one. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chet Posted November 26, 2019 Share Posted November 26, 2019 On 11/10/2019 at 8:33 PM, Lehigh98 said: KPQW3M For every Peloton Bike or Tread purchased using your unique referral code, you’ll receive up to $100 off your next purchase at the online Peloton Boutique. The person you referred will receive $100 towards accessories at purchase. Let me know if you have any questions about the bike. thinking about it--does that code work for everyone or do you need to regenerate a new one? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chemical X Posted November 27, 2019 Share Posted November 27, 2019 if i were to get a peloton, would i have to place it near a giant wall of windows in my living room and ride at 5a? 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nigel Posted November 27, 2019 Share Posted November 27, 2019 3 hours ago, pokin said: Give a Denis Morton Power Zone ride a shot after the first week of the Discover Your Power Zone program for a change of pace. He's pretty funny and I like his music choices better than Matt who is the other Power Zone guy. Funny, not a Dennis fan whatsoever, big Matt fan despite music being kinda weak. Love the power zone rides in general though. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldmanhawkins Posted November 27, 2019 Author Share Posted November 27, 2019 6 hours ago, tommyboy said: has your wife lost 30lbs, got a boob job and filed for divorce yet? She recently completed her 600th ride. 👍 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chemical X Posted November 27, 2019 Share Posted November 27, 2019 7 hours ago, oldmanhawkins said: She recently completed her 600th ride. 👍 on the peloton? 8 1 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AcerFC Posted November 27, 2019 Share Posted November 27, 2019 Ordering this week. Going to wait until Friday to see if they offer anything better than the accessory package. I read an article that said Peloton is starting to get some competition in the market and this could be the year they offer more than the accessories. Doesnt hurt to wait it out an extra day or two 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Payne Posted November 27, 2019 Share Posted November 27, 2019 1 hour ago, AcerFC said: Ordering this week. Going to wait until Friday to see if they offer anything better than the accessory package. I read an article that said Peloton is starting to get some competition in the market and this could be the year they offer more than the accessories. Doesnt hurt to wait it out an extra day or two This is my plan as well. Let's hope! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D-Day Posted November 29, 2019 Share Posted November 29, 2019 I think I'm going to take the plunge on this. I don't think the referral code will work with the black Friday deal, but if anyone has one that they want me to use, please reply or send a pm. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Judge Smails Posted November 30, 2019 Share Posted November 30, 2019 On 11/26/2019 at 5:42 PM, Nigel said: Funny, not a Dennis fan whatsoever, big Matt fan despite music being kinda weak. Love the power zone rides in general though. I just like looking at Ally Love while I’m riding a lot more than looking at Matt or Dennis. But I’m shallow 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lehigh98 Posted November 30, 2019 Share Posted November 30, 2019 (edited) On 11/10/2019 at 9:33 PM, Lehigh98 said: KPQW3M For every Peloton Bike or Tread purchased using your unique referral code, you’ll receive up to $100 off your next purchase at the online Peloton Boutique. The person you referred will receive $100 towards accessories at purchase. Let me know if you have any questions about the bike. On 11/26/2019 at 6:42 PM, chet said: thinking about it--does that code work for everyone or do you need to regenerate a new one? Same code should work for anyone who wants to use it. This free accessory package deal going on is the only promotional thing they've been doing for the last few years so I wouldn't expect a better deal. The 0% financing and free 30 day trial is also newer so probably better deal now than there has been. The company has gotten huge over the years. Edited November 30, 2019 by Lehigh98 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldmanhawkins Posted November 30, 2019 Author Share Posted November 30, 2019 On 11/27/2019 at 7:10 AM, Chemical X said: on the peloton? Tried this joke on her this AM, she didn’t laugh. Will try it once more just in case. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Da Guru Posted November 30, 2019 Share Posted November 30, 2019 22 hours ago, D-Day said: I think I'm going to take the plunge on this. I don't think the referral code will work with the black Friday deal, but if anyone has one that they want me to use, please reply or send a pm. Thanks I just power walked with my Lab for an hour listening to Pandora. Fresher air and much cheaper. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Payne Posted December 1, 2019 Share Posted December 1, 2019 Ended up buying an Echelon for $750 with 25% off code. Half the price and seems like everything my family would need. IE....would be a less expensive clothes rack someday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Quixote Posted December 2, 2019 Share Posted December 2, 2019 Peloton back in the news. 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
belljr Posted December 2, 2019 Share Posted December 2, 2019 11 minutes ago, Don Quixote said: Peloton back in the news. Big fan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NutterButter Posted December 2, 2019 Share Posted December 2, 2019 30 minutes ago, Don Quixote said: Peloton back in the news. Love this headline Peleton ads are pure gold. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AcerFC Posted December 3, 2019 Share Posted December 3, 2019 We are in Went with the free accessories over the referrals. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ketamine Dreams Posted December 3, 2019 Share Posted December 3, 2019 4 hours ago, Don Quixote said: Peloton back in the news. She looks like she’s crying in half the commercial. So annoying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ketamine Dreams Posted December 3, 2019 Share Posted December 3, 2019 https://www.yahoo.com/news/peleton-christmas-ad-exercise-bike-014217985.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flapgreen Posted December 3, 2019 Share Posted December 3, 2019 (edited) 6 hours ago, Don Quixote said: Peloton back in the news. What's there to be nervous about riding a stationary bike? 😕 Why do these ridiculous things cost so much? What a waste Edited December 3, 2019 by flapgreen 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flapgreen Posted December 3, 2019 Share Posted December 3, 2019 1 hour ago, Ketamine Dreams said: She looks like she’s crying in half the commercial. So annoying. I know someone who would like to make her cry. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flapgreen Posted December 3, 2019 Share Posted December 3, 2019 3 hours ago, AcerFC said: We are in Went with the free accessories over the referrals. I can see you buying a stationary bike for home use. The streets around you are dangerous with all the Hasidic nuts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Daulton Posted December 3, 2019 Share Posted December 3, 2019 Peleton is smart AF. They've somehow convinced a decent number of Americans to not only plunk down 2x the money of competitor bikes BUT to also pay a $40 monthly subscription fee for classes. I never in a million years thought this thing would catch on but boy was I wrong. Good on Peleton, I wonder how long they can ride this wave? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ramsay Hunt Experience Posted December 3, 2019 Share Posted December 3, 2019 13 hours ago, Don Quixote said: Peloton back in the news. As Katie Nolan tweeted, there's really only one situation where you give someone a gift and are happy to then receive a gift of a video of that person using the gift. 1 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
schlesinj Posted December 3, 2019 Share Posted December 3, 2019 (edited) https://ftw.usatoday.com/2019/12/peloton-bike-lady-needs-help-someone-please-help-her Edited December 3, 2019 by schlesinj Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eoMMan Posted December 3, 2019 Share Posted December 3, 2019 Yeah, unless you know for sure she wants one, you might be best to pass on the Peleton as a gift. It's almost like getting her a new Dyson vacuum cleaner as a gift. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sullie Posted December 3, 2019 Share Posted December 3, 2019 On 8/20/2017 at 8:11 PM, OrtonToOlsen said: "Happy birthday, fat-###!" You know, you made this comment over 2 years ago but it's so epic it still makes me laugh. In fact, I'm at the point where if I just see the thread title, it still makes me smile. I'll go a step further and tell you that everytime I see the Peloton commercial of the guy giving his wife that Peloton cycle I think "Happy Birthday fat-###!" Absolutely epic, bravo and kudos to you sir! 2 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CGRdrJoe Posted December 3, 2019 Share Posted December 3, 2019 3 hours ago, James Daulton said: Peleton is smart AF. They've somehow convinced a decent number of Americans to not only plunk down 2x the money of competitor bikes BUT to also pay a $40 monthly subscription fee for classes. I never in a million years thought this thing would catch on but boy was I wrong. Good on Peleton, I wonder how long they can ride this wave? probably for years to come, there is a cycle bar near my house and 2 weeks of unlimited riding was on sale for black Friday for $60, a 30 pack of rides was $399 (13 per ride) so the $40 monthly fee is not expensive at all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AcerFC Posted December 3, 2019 Share Posted December 3, 2019 1 hour ago, eoMMan said: Yeah, unless you know for sure she wants one, you might be best to pass on the Peleton as a gift. It's almost like getting her a new Dyson vacuum cleaner as a gift. Ive actually gotten my wife both for gifts 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redwes25 Posted December 3, 2019 Share Posted December 3, 2019 (edited) Ok did my first ride it was pretty easy but just a beginner ride so was designed to be. Clearly much harder stuff which I will get into. Convenience of it was awesome rather than heading to gym, etc. Cost of it doesn’t phase me as I am footballguy so 2k is nothing. That commercial is ridiculous. Edited December 3, 2019 by Redwes25 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbottom Posted December 3, 2019 Share Posted December 3, 2019 I've been enjoying all the piling on with respect to this commercial, but it's worth pointing out on the 116 to 112 lb joke (which is funny as hell) that just because you're skinny doesn't mean you're fit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbottom Posted December 3, 2019 Share Posted December 3, 2019 40 minutes ago, AcerFC said: Ive actually gotten my wife both for gifts Peloton was our joint Christmas gift. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbottom Posted December 3, 2019 Share Posted December 3, 2019 4 hours ago, James Daulton said: Peleton is smart AF. They've somehow convinced a decent number of Americans to not only plunk down 2x the money of competitor bikes BUT to also pay a $40 monthly subscription fee for classes. I never in a million years thought this thing would catch on but boy was I wrong. Good on Peleton, I wonder how long they can ride this wave? Spin classes are expensive. So $40 a month for unlimited on demand video classes is a good deal. The ROI component up for debate though is whether a $2,000 investment in the bike is worth it so you can take the classes without leaving the house. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STEADYMOBBIN 22 Posted December 3, 2019 Share Posted December 3, 2019 4 hours ago, James Daulton said: Peleton is smart AF. They've somehow convinced a decent number of Americans to not only plunk down 2x the money of competitor bikes BUT to also pay a $40 monthly subscription fee for classes. I never in a million years thought this thing would catch on but boy was I wrong. Good on Peleton, I wonder how long they can ride this wave? This is the dealbreaker for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Daulton Posted December 3, 2019 Share Posted December 3, 2019 (edited) 5 minutes ago, bigbottom said: Spin classes are expensive. So $40 a month for unlimited on demand video classes is a good deal. The ROI component up for debate though is whether a $2,000 investment in the bike is worth it so you can take the classes without leaving the house. Don’t spin classes come with like an LA Fit membership? Or any other large fitness center. Edited December 3, 2019 by James Daulton Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buddy Ball 2K3 Posted December 3, 2019 Share Posted December 3, 2019 Are you people buying the "Mirror Home Gym" too? 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbottom Posted December 3, 2019 Share Posted December 3, 2019 5 minutes ago, James Daulton said: Don’t spin classes come with like an LA Fit membership? Or any other large fitness center. Not a spin class guru, so others can correct me, but the high end spin classes that Peleton is designed to mimic (with expensive bikes and data analytics) are places like Soul Cycle that charge $34 for a single 45-minute ride. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buddy Ball 2K3 Posted December 3, 2019 Share Posted December 3, 2019 1 minute ago, bigbottom said: Not a spin class guru, so others can correct me, but the high end spin classes that Peleton is designed to mimic (with expensive bikes and data analytics) are places like Soul Cycle that charge $34 for a single 45-minute ride. People really do love to waste money Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbottom Posted December 3, 2019 Share Posted December 3, 2019 3 minutes ago, Buddy Ball 2K3 said: People really do love to waste money No doubt. High end fitness is absolutely a luxury expense. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redwes25 Posted December 3, 2019 Share Posted December 3, 2019 (edited) 48 minutes ago, Buddy Ball 2K3 said: Are you people buying the "Mirror Home Gym" too? You can stream the Peloton content on your TV so you get that with the membership if you want to do there other workout stuff they have. ETA - As bigbottom said this is clearly a Luxury purchase but did it as a combined Christmas gift with my wife. Though I think I am the one who is going to use it and really wanted it for myself. Edited December 3, 2019 by Redwes25 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koya Posted December 3, 2019 Share Posted December 3, 2019 3 hours ago, schlesinj said: https://ftw.usatoday.com/2019/12/peloton-bike-lady-needs-help-someone-please-help-her paging @Doctor Detroit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thecatch Posted December 3, 2019 Share Posted December 3, 2019 There is a market I’d unequivocally recommend this for - those who have some disposable income and are too busy to regularly go to the gym. I happen to be in that group at the moment, where I’m lucky to get 15 minutes to do a quick workout on the way to the shower most nights. I hate subscriptions and I put this purchase off for a couple months over that issue, but now I can say that it’s probably the best $40 I spend every month. 9 months and 115+ rides (even though most are in the 15-20 min range), I’m in remarkably better shape than I was previously. On the other hand, if you have time in your day to go to the gym, walk/run outside, etc., the value proposition isn’t going to be nearly as compelling. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Quixote Posted December 3, 2019 Share Posted December 3, 2019 9 minutes ago, thecatch said: There is a market I’d unequivocally recommend this for - those who have some disposable income and are too busy to regularly go to the gym. I happen to be in that group at the moment, where I’m lucky to get 15 minutes to do a quick workout on the way to the shower most nights. I hate subscriptions and I put this purchase off for a couple months over that issue, but now I can say that it’s probably the best $40 I spend every month. 9 months and 115+ rides (even though most are in the 15-20 min range), I’m in remarkably better shape than I was previously. On the other hand, if you have time in your day to go to the gym, walk/run outside, etc., the value proposition isn’t going to be nearly as compelling. I fall into that market, but I'm still not sure the value proposition is there for me. I have an exercise bike and an elliptical in my home that cost less on a combined basis than the Peloton and don't have monthly fees on top of it. But I'd rather listen to a podcast or stream something on my iPad than have someone screaming at me while I'm exercising though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chemical X Posted December 3, 2019 Share Posted December 3, 2019 26 minutes ago, Koya said: paging @Doctor Detroit that's our own Kilgore Trout in the comments section too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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