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dan · 02-15-2019, 12:58 PM

https://ftw.usatoday.com/2019/01/pel...twitter-thread

wdc330i · 02-15-2019, 01:02 PM

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Originally Posted by dan

https://ftw.usatoday.com/2019/01/pel...twitter-thread

That is a riot. Kind of a Peloton Hell.

Jeff_DML · 02-15-2019, 01:19 PM

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Originally Posted by dan

https://ftw.usatoday.com/2019/01/pel...twitter-thread

cute "mom"

John V · 02-15-2019, 01:32 PM

That's hilarious.

dan · 02-15-2019, 01:39 PM

I do know a guy that has one and absolutely loves it. I believe the big selling point is basically getting a spin class instructor in your own home, plus the screen that will simulate going on outdoor rides

John V · 02-15-2019, 01:46 PM

Riding a bike inside while staring at a screen simulating an outdoor ride sounds really depressing to me.

JST · 02-15-2019, 01:48 PM

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Originally Posted by John V

Riding a bike inside while staring at a screen simulating an outdoor ride sounds really depressing to me.

Yes, it will do this, but it's not the best implementation, because the speed of scenery change isn't linked to pedal speed.

The spin classes are it's killer app. It's not a substitute for riding outside, though. It's a supplement.

John V · 02-15-2019, 02:24 PM

To be fair, spin classes look like hell also

rumatt · 02-15-2019, 03:06 PM

Training on a bike indoors is mental torture. Anything to help distract you and trick you into putting down power is a good thing.

The most common (non-peloton) method is to buy a) a stationary trainer and b) a power meter for your bike.

This allows you (or your coach) to structure your your indoor workout with sets, such as 10 x 3 minutes at 275 watts with 1 minute rest. It's similar to the idea of a spin class, but without the screaming cheerleader / instructor. Sets with shorter, higher intensity intervals are much easier mentally when indoors than long steady-power rides, yet still very effective at improving your bike fitness.

The nice thing about the power meter route is that you can also use it outside every time you ride your bike. Even if you're not doing structured training, it's still fun to have. You can use it as a guide while you ride (eg, "Last time I tried this hill at 300 watts and I hit the wall before I made it to the top. Let me try 280 watts this time and see what happens"). You can also ignore it while you ride, but analyze the data afterward. The software produces some really neat graphs that help you track your progress over time.

I'm a big fan of power meters on bikes. They're a lot of fun, particularly if you're a numbers weenie.

Of course, nothing's stopping you from having both the peloton and getting a power meter for the bike!

John V · 02-15-2019, 05:20 PM

We own an elliptical. My wife really likes it. To me it's to be used on days where it's 1) too cold to go running or biking, B) Raining or III) there is enough snow or ice that I don't feel safe running or biking. It's fine. We have a TV in front of it. I typically watch one of my favorite shows on YouTube, or MT On demand, etc. The thought of doing an exercise while some fitness instructor yells at me to go harder or faster makes me want to kick things.

02-15-2019, 12:58 PM	#1
dan redefined Join Date: Oct 2003 Posts: 14,905	https://ftw.usatoday.com/2019/01/pel...twitter-thread __________________ "There's a freedom you begin to feel the closer you get to Austin, Texas." -Willie

02-15-2019, 01:39 PM	#5
dan redefined Join Date: Oct 2003 Posts: 14,905	I do know a guy that has one and absolutely loves it. I believe the big selling point is basically getting a spin class instructor in your own home, plus the screen that will simulate going on outdoor rides __________________ "There's a freedom you begin to feel the closer you get to Austin, Texas." -Willie

02-15-2019, 03:06 PM	#9
rumatt Mugwump Join Date: Oct 2003 Carmudgeonly Ride: E46 330i, Chevy Colorado, Tesla Model 3 Location: NY Posts: 17,475	Training on a bike indoors is mental torture. Anything to help distract you and trick you into putting down power is a good thing. The most common (non-peloton) method is to buy a) a stationary trainer and b) a power meter for your bike. This allows you (or your coach) to structure your your indoor workout with sets, such as 10 x 3 minutes at 275 watts with 1 minute rest. It's similar to the idea of a spin class, but without the screaming cheerleader / instructor. Sets with shorter, higher intensity intervals are much easier mentally when indoors than long steady-power rides, yet still very effective at improving your bike fitness. The nice thing about the power meter route is that you can also use it outside every time you ride your bike. Even if you're not doing structured training, it's still fun to have. You can use it as a guide while you ride (eg, "Last time I tried this hill at 300 watts and I hit the wall before I made it to the top. Let me try 280 watts this time and see what happens"). You can also ignore it while you ride, but analyze the data afterward. The software produces some really neat graphs that help you track your progress over time. I'm a big fan of power meters on bikes. They're a lot of fun, particularly if you're a numbers weenie. Of course, nothing's stopping you from having both the peloton and getting a power meter for the bike! Last edited by rumatt; 02-15-2019 at 03:22 PM.

02-15-2019, 01:32 PM	#4
John V No more BMWs Join Date: Apr 2005 Carmudgeonly Ride: Ram, MS3, CX-5, RX-8 Location: Glenwood, MD Posts: 14,753	That's hilarious.

02-15-2019, 01:46 PM	#6
John V No more BMWs Join Date: Apr 2005 Carmudgeonly Ride: Ram, MS3, CX-5, RX-8 Location: Glenwood, MD Posts: 14,753	Riding a bike inside while staring at a screen simulating an outdoor ride sounds really depressing to me.

02-15-2019, 02:24 PM	#8
John V No more BMWs Join Date: Apr 2005 Carmudgeonly Ride: Ram, MS3, CX-5, RX-8 Location: Glenwood, MD Posts: 14,753	To be fair, spin classes look like hell also

02-15-2019, 05:20 PM	#10
John V No more BMWs Join Date: Apr 2005 Carmudgeonly Ride: Ram, MS3, CX-5, RX-8 Location: Glenwood, MD Posts: 14,753	We own an elliptical. My wife really likes it. To me it's to be used on days where it's 1) too cold to go running or biking, B) Raining or III) there is enough snow or ice that I don't feel safe running or biking. It's fine. We have a TV in front of it. I typically watch one of my favorite shows on YouTube, or MT On demand, etc. The thought of doing an exercise while some fitness instructor yells at me to go harder or faster makes me want to kick things.