This review hits all the points very well, but for what its worth I'll add some further input as an owner of the bike. Price will be the major drawback for most, although a comparably designed spin bike with the same features (Schwinn/ Keiser/ LeMond/ Star Trac) - but without the Android tablet - will probably set you back something like $1,500 anyway.
Heavy perimeter weighted flywheel. (Key to good inertia/pedal stroke.)
Magnetic rather than friction resistance. (Nothing in contact with the flywheel - no maintenance, no brake pads to wear down and replace.)
Belt rather than chain drive. (Virtually silent, and again no maintenance - no chains to oil/adjust/tighten.)
All in all a very well designed/constructed spin bike. Comfortable (for a spin bike), rides quiet and smooth, very solid, really a pleasure to use if you're into spinning for exercise.
The Android tablet with all the on-demand spin classes (thousands now and counting?), 10 to 12 new live classes everyday, and scenic rides as well – more variety than my wife and I will ever exhaust. And we’ve found all the classes and instructors are great - they certainly keep you engaged and motivated.
BTW - I think the $250 "white glove" delivery and set-up may be mandatory now - not sure you can avoid that expense by putting it together yourself. But you absolutely do not need to purchase accessories (i.e. shoes, weights, headphones/ear-plugs, etc.) from Peloton - you may be able to do better elsewhere, although you might find their prices competitive on some of it. I would recommend that you get some Bluetooth compatible headphones/ear-plugs - the speakers are on the back of the tablet, and while they're certainly adequate, I've found the experience far superior with my Jaybirds (there are cheaper options).
Since I’m the first to comment here and for anyone considering the purchase, I’ll give our referral code below – two free additional months on the subscription – anyone is welcome to use. If you buy and whether you use us or someone else, please use somebody as a referral! That’s the only deal I’m aware that they’re running right now.
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Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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