I received my Peloton this past week. I have completed three rides so far. I am not an avid outdoor cyclist but have taken a few spin classes before. I love the spin classes, however, the biggest obstacle was always fitting the class schedule with a work schedule.
The Peloton was intriguing from this perspective. I had seen the television commercials but was skeptical as I am of most home workout equipment that is sold via television or the internet. I wasn't sold on the product until I actually saw it and touched it while walking through a mall and happened upon a store. I was blown away by its construction. It is solid and smooth. So, from an engineering, set up and ease of use perspective, I can't say enough good things about the Peloton, it is top shelf. It's unbelievably nice.
The two things that I would count as 'negatives' if they are truly negative, is the price being the first. It is indeed an investment. It will only be worth the money if I look forward to getting on it and riding it often. As of now, I can't stay off of it and look forward to riding it every day.
If you buy it and only use it once a week and it gathers dust in your home, you will think that it is way overpriced.
The second negative: the Peloton network technology. It was pointed out in the above review that you are spending nearly $1000 for the HD monitor.
While the Bluetooth connectivity is nice and the class options are top-notch, you would think that there would be a limitless amount of capability with the monitor to include adding your own music playlist via iTunes or Google and the ability to zone out and watch Netflix or Amazon Prime when you don't feel like joining in on a class.
I have done a couple of the 'scenic rides' and while the video is done very well, the music associated with the video is awful. I mean, not good at all.
Bottom line – I would buy the Peloton again, without question. And I would recommend it to anyone that wants the spin class workout option in their living room. It is a world class piece of gear.
Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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