Others have mentioned this, but a magnetic resistance rather than the felt pad resistance will be entirely silent. Also, the weight of the flywheel will make a difference in the steadiness. My husband and I hopped on the peloton hack train a few months ago with a Sunny brand bike from Amazon and it’s totally worth it! Your video gave us the initial idea, thank you :)
The Peloton is pretty much silent, the only noise I noticed was the “washer” on the cleat from my spin shoes, which I just tightened, but it’s so quiet. My husband could do it and I could sleep through it - if it wasn’t for his breathing. I broke my butt in by using spin bikes at my gym before the Peloton came and I honestly thought I (my butt) would never recover. After a couple weeks of consistent use, no more pain. When the Peloton came I got on and no pain, no shorts/seat change needed either. Cody Rigsby is my favorite instructor, just love him and his playlists. It’s like hanging out with a best friend.
I bought a peloton hack bike after seeing your video, I had been considering it anyways and then your information helped push me over the edge and I LOVE IT! We got a different bike that had a higher weight capacity/height capacity and built in cadence/mileage etc. but overall super cheap way to enjoy cycling again and feel safe doing it at home! I was an avid cycler at my gym before and I can say that the workouts on the peloton app are just as good as going in person to a studio. Overall love it and highly recommend + big thanks for testing it out first and giving such great comprehensive information! ❤️❤️❤️
Get the QZ app to and use it with the Peloton app. It will give you a resistance conversion. Not sure if it would work for your specific bike since it doesn’t have Bluetooth but it’s $4 and if you have a Bluetooth bike , for example for me, it tells me my echelon resistance and then my peloton conversion. Also it will connect to a heart rate monitor that will connect to the app and it will tell you output too (labeled as kjoules in the QZ app).
The Peloton app is the best thing I have ever purchased 😂 It is so much fun!! Barre and Pilates are my go to’s. The instructors are fantastic and I can’t wait to buy a bike 🙌🏼🤍 Carrie, you should do a full on review of the app and take different classes! 😇
Literally just got my peloton bike+ delivered today! I was using my sister’s and it’s super quiet so def recommend if you live in a apartment noise def won’t be a problem with the peloton. Plus it automatically moves to the resistance the instructors are saying so you don’t even have to think about it! You can alway finance it and do monthly payments which is like basically paying for a gym membership 💛
My husband watched this video with me. He then watched the first video to this one. Our new exercise bike is scheduled to be delivered around March 15 from Amazon. :)
I loved your original video so much I ended up buying the same bike as you. I don't use the Peleton app though. I use iFit because I also enjoy the other classes they offer.
Omg take the Megan Thee Stallion ride with Kendall, it was unapologetically wild! PS my peloton is silent which is helpful because I live in a tiny studio in nyc and my neighbors aren’t having my shenanigans.
We were looking for a bike last March (when everyone else was too and had very limited options due to availability). We ended up buying an Echelon bike. Echelon, like Peloton, has classes on and off bike (cycling, boot camp, yoga, pilates, weights, etc...) - it is an amazing app with TONS of options. One of the great things about Echelon is that they have different bikes at different price points. There is one available at Walmart for around $400-500 up to the one with the large screen attached for around $1500. I have used both Peloton and Echelon and found the online classes very comparable and equally as great. Just another option. :) I love this hack though - gives people many options if they are interested in at-home cycling classes.
I was using a used gym stationary bike by the company SPiNNER for almost a year and really enjoyed it. I pulled my bike up to my computer and pulled the app up on the Peloton one app and it was great. Nice that you can pause a ride because you aren’t competing. It was hard for me to know where my tension was- I had no way to measure output...which was fine but I wanted to know if I was pushing myself. When I got the peloton bike plus, it was a total game changer for me. Being able to monitor my heart rate, my zone, and where I show up on the lead board is super motivating to me. I went from a nice ride 3-5 times a week to riding 6-7 times a week and I am motivated to work harder. My fitness has changed/increased tremendously. I do enjoy all the face book groups, I like being able to use the leader board filters so I can do a ride and know who is riding with me or filter to a group (like Cody’s or by my state or age). I think pulling or a trainer up to a computer or iPad is totally cool and still so fun..I’m just adding my experience into the chat. I love this damn bike and app.
I would absolutely love to see you try out Emkfit's workouts, she's here on youtube! She mainly does HIIT workouts and they are all fun, dancey, just a good time!
I did see a video where the guy said the padded resistance bikes need a bit more upkeep than the magnetic resistance bikes because obviously there is going to be some wear on the pad. You can use a type of oil on the flywheel that has the pad and it takes care of the sound. Maybe look it up and find out.
The $40 a month for peloton when owning the actual bike turned me off, so I ended up purchasing the schwinn ic4 which I love! I pay $13 a month with the peloton app, which is a much nicer price. And my bike includes cadence and resistance levels (although the resistance levels don’t match up, it’s easier for me to get to where they’re at knowing what number I’m on. I typically subtract 20 from what they call out and that works for me) it was $850 tax included when I used a 10% off coupon at dick’s sporting goods!
That’s my only hold back! I don’t want to have to pay that monthly fee but I want to keep up with the cadence. I’ll have to look for the bike you have.
@@GoHome21 I love my bike! I’ve had it since January and it’s amazing. The cadence is in graph form on the screen of the bike but you can connect it to the peloton app via Bluetooth and see it on your iPad/apple tv/iPhone!
40 dollars a month is not to bad considering my local spin studio is 20 bucks for a single ride, 500 dollars for 50 rides or 159 a months for unlimited rides with a 12 month membership💰Soul cycle is 900 for 30 rides. 💰💰💰💰
I have this bike bc of your video! And I couldn't agree with you more..its a GREAT bike for the price... and the Peloton app is awesome.. sometimes the shout outs can be a little annoying, but it's 🙂 fine.. happy Sunday! 🚲🚲🚲🚲🚲 great video! 👍👌
Did the hack and I don’t regret it. The app is ~$14 per month with taxes with the peloton is around $45 per month. Plus the cost of the bike and I definitely don’t feel guilty when I don’t workout
I think you can get notifications for when the price goes down and Amazon tells you if the current price on an item is the lowest it’s been in like 30 days.
They really are! I’ve been using them for a few months now and I love them. When I’m short on time in the early morning, I do Jess sims flash 15. These are awesome.
@@106andie hey there. Yes! There are so many cardio and strength workouts that are great. You can use the filters in the app and search by time, intensity, instructors etc
When we’re able to actually hang out with people safely again, you and Sierra should switch bikes for a day! Like how will you using the name brand bike impact your perspective and vice versa!
so your bike is "friction resistance" which is where the sound comes from but a lot of cheaper bikes have magnetic resistance which is silent! so just a tip for anyone doing a Peloton hack, look for a bike with "magnetic resistance"!😁👍
Most of the cheaper bikes are "friction resistance", it is very hard to find a magnetic resitance bike under $300. After I researched all top selling bikes on Amazon, my conclusion is under $500, Consider joroto x2. Under $700 consider Sunny 1805, under $1000, consider Schwinn IC4 or Echelon EX3. More than $2000, Peloton!
If you’re interested in getting a Peloton Bike but can’t afford the up-front cost, they do have a financing option where you only pay a little each month, and you can also purchase a secondhand Bike and set up a Peloton Membership, which is a less expensive option as well! I have a friend who financed her Bike, and another friend who purchased her Bike secondhand.
I was able to save on my Peloton by buying a refurbished bike through a friends and family discount program. Bike came literally brand new looking, without a single scratch. Super happy with the purchase so far.
i bought the soul cycle bike because im less into the numbers and competitiveness of peloton and more into the feel good vibes and self discovery and self love of soul cycle
Okay so after your video I decided to save up to replicate it. Ended up buying the Echelon EX-15 on Amazon - it's $500 but it has built in Bluetooth and using the Echelon app I can see my cadence, resistance and power output through my phone. I have a TV and a soundbar in my basement and I legit fucking VIBE. I've never loved exercise before but I end every workout with the biggest smile on my face. So excited to get stronger over time 💪
Also -- there's a super convenient conversion chart for resistance from Peloton to Echelon. Overall it was the best money I've ever spent on myself, period.
For anyone worried about noise, a bike with magnetic resistance is much quieter! I got one recently and it’s basically silent. I got my bike because of your initial video and I’m beyond obsessed!! Peloton classes are sooooo good
I have the Sunny 1805 and the Wahoo cadence monitor. It was 625 for the all around package and I love it. The Sunny has 45lb flywheel and I can def tell the difference in quality compared to some cheaper bikes I have used. It is noise free and on the bike mat I purchased it hasn’t bothered my neighbors below either. Def recommend. Also, my partner and I share the account on Peloton and just pay one fee a month 👏
I would love to see a video of you trying UA-cam spin classes, or doing some sort of comparison. I've heard that The Spin Junkie is "the" channel for awesome spin classes 😊
I am so excited for this update. I bought the same bike and use the Peloton app and ride every single day. Your previous video changed my life--no lie. ❤️
Big Peloton class tip! Christine D'Ercole is really body neutral/positive. I don't think I've ever heard her talk about exercise for anything other than achieving new goals. She's been really safe for me.
My sister has a peloton but she can easily afford it and I was interested but not able to get one. I thank you so much for your first video. I was already a fan of you so it was a totally random watch but I went for it. I have the “pooboo” bike from amazon with the wahoo monitor and I do it with a TV mounted on my wall in my little home gym with my tik tok teen LED room lights. It entirely changed my experience with SAD as a girl who hates winter and lives in CT. I’m a Cody and Kendall girl lol. But seriously thanks Carrie. I love it and needed a push.
Hey! Since you're in CT, you should try out Joyride. They have the majority of their studios in CT and two in TX, which are the ones I go to. They have been on top of cleaning and social distancing and have outdoor pop-up spaces as well. I highly recommend Rhodie and Mackenzie. It's been a while but they do offer a first-class is free promotion. It is also a smaller community so I feel more connected to other riders, even those that don't go to my home studio.
I use UA-cam spinning classes there are loads! One of the best classes is Studio Sweat, instructor Cat Kom is amazing!! This is probably the best one to subscribe to, but UA-cam is great for extra free classes & lots of variations. I don't think I'll ever go for a peleton, there's no need for me, as long as I have a solid spin bike, which I have & a tablet, then all is great!!!
I did the peloton hack for about 6 months and then broke down and bought the real peloton. I can say I do really love the actual peloton better because I love knowing my exact cadence, resistance, and output- plus I realized I really wasn’t keeping up with the instructor like I thought I was. Plus I like “following” my friends who have a peloton as well and it helps keep me motivated knowing other people can see my progress. Also the peloton is literally silent- like it was so quiet it took me a while to get used to. For me the actual peloton was worth the investment- but I really enjoyed the hack version as well.
Same here. When you have a high end machine there’s really no comparison. Not saying the cheaper versions don’t work, they TOTALLY do. But if you think you’ll be in this for the long haul I def recommend getting the actual peloton. It’s 100% silent and just really really well made.
are you able to move the peloton around? we have a stationary bike and I like it because, as a not very strong person, I am able to move it from room to room with no difficulty
i just want to say i sincerely appreciate the way you talk about exercise. sometimes exercise content can be triggering for me, but i always know im safe coming to your videos ❤️
I love pole and and aerial classes, a home pole is fairly affordable and tons of great online pole classes. Aerial silks and lyra aren't so easy to do at home, but would love to see you try those when things are open and safe. You build so much strength as well as confidence. Pole can be dancey, flowy and artistic, exotic/sexy, or strength/fitness, trick focused, so much variety and fun to explore all aspects. Although the atmosphere of the studio I go to was also a huge factor, everyone is super supportive. I do still love it in our online virtual class mode as well, but miss the cheering when you nail something you've been struggling with.
Yes me too!! The aerial fitness studio I was going to closed down so I haven't haven't done anything in a year. I'm saving up for them! It is such an underrated form of exercise!
are you using silicone oil on the break pads??? you NEED to put oil on. you need to make sure the pads are not dry and soaked in oil then when spinning :) and bye bye noise! - also use some oil or WD40 on the seat. Also you can buy gel seat covers :) Also you can do it live too!
Peloton sleep meditation is amazing!!!!! I’ll do it why I’m laying down in bed. Il put on a long one like 20 min and I’ll pass out halfway through and it’s amazing. Also you should do one where subscribers pick you’re peloton rides/ workouts .
Exercising should be fun! If you feel like stopping, why not? I couldn’t agree more with the ‘it’s not that serious’ statement. Just enjoy the process 💕💕
Totally sold now! I'm always interested in update videos like this because sometimes our opinions change as the months progress or we're able to find more pros and cons as we continue to use something.
I’d love for you to try the Ringfit for the Switch!! I bought it and I like how it’s a quick way for me to get my body to move. And then I get to play animal crossing afterwards😄
I have a peloton bike and as far as the seat goes, I very rarely get sore from the seat. In a regular cycling class I would always be sore, but for some reason, even with the peloton if I do get sore it’s so minimal. All in all it’s so comfortable!
I tried the peloton app but lately I've been using apple fitness+ with my non-peloton stationary bike. I like it much better than the peloton because the instructors don't really focus on specific numbers (resistance, cadence) but they do give indicators like you said - this should feel hard, if you can add resistance you should. It made me feel more in control of my workout and it also doesn't defeat me when I can't keep up with the set numbers. i love love love apple fitness+ !
The Joroto has an electronic breaking system like the Peleton of someone is looking for a bike. How dDo you get the wahoo app to show cadence in the Peleton app?!?!?
I have a Peloton and absolutely love it!! After my first ride I bought a seat cushion because my ass was dying, but after a week or two I didn’t need it anymore! I’ve been riding without it for months now. I think it just takes some time to adjust for sure.
I bought a rando stationary bike before the pandemic and when quarantine started I did exactly this with the Peloton app. I loved it so much and wanted more of a challenge, so I bought the actual bike six months later. I have had it for almost six months and I'm absolutely obsessed. It's saved me from being completely sedentary in lock down.
I had a Amazon bike and I recently upgraded to an actual Pelaton bike. I wouldn’t say the seat is comfortable compared to other bike seats, but it does feel a lot more supportive than other bikes.
I did this hack and love it. Cadance pretty much depence on each individual person even with a peloton. A good point of reference for resistance is if the instructor says the cadence should be 60 and you are doing 85 that means you should add more resistance. Hope it helps.
A Stryde bike is cheaper than Peloton. Plus Stryde lets you download your own apps like the Peloton app, Netflix, Hulu, UA-cam, etc. The peloton app is 12.99/month so it's a much cheaper option. We are ordering ours next week :)
I just bought a knockoff pelaton bike bc of this video and so far am super happy I didn't splurge on a real one. The classes are so much cheaper on my iPad and I'm not really bothered by not knowing exact numbers. Definitely not worth the crazy price to me.
So I saw your last video and if you do happen to be diagnosed with PCOS in the future, you might want to look into slow weighted workouts instead of the cycling - getting your heart rate up so high with PCOS can almost defeat the purpose of the workout ur doing so I just thought I’d mention it! Of course any body movement is best so take my comment with a grain of salt - just providing the info in case you want to look into it! I follow PCOS.weightloss on Insta and they give such great insight into the diagnosis!
Hi Carrie!! I actually bought the same bike after seeing your first video. I agree with most of your pros/cons. I added the wahoo cadence sensor and swapped out the pedals since I have spd cleats. I didn’t like the original pedals. My favorite Pelaton teacher is Jess King. She’s amazing.
Hi Carrie I sent you an email. I made a very simple device to remove the guesswork from resistance. It makes a HUGE difference and is very simple to use.
I’ve been doing the peloton hack since I watched the original video. I mainly wanted to find out if I liked it enough before shelling out all that cash. I may buy the real deal, but I agree with you and I’ll see where I’m at a little further into the future. I don’t care about the leaderboards or getting shouted out, but I do find myself wondering about my resistance and cadence. Makes me wonder how I’m actually doing in comparison to their recommendations. I’m just glad I found some form of activity that I don’t loathe 🙂
I don’t even have a bike but I use Peloton for the strength and stretching stuff and I absolutely love it! I get a hit of serotonin when my favorite instructor Adrian claps for me at the end of my workout lmao. When they say “What’s up Peloton!” you just feel like such a part of the community!
I didn’t realize that was a Capricorn thing 😹 I am one & need everything put away too.. I just purchased a cycle bike a few days ago.. hopefully that one works out!
I am a member of the peloton cult haha but I have to say I think the app is SO worth the money, way more than the bike itself. They have yoga, strength training, barre, Pilates, hiit cardio, and stretching classes, it’s such a good home workout app in general and a lot cheaper than any gym around me ($40 a month). The peloton bike is really quiet and I do love it. But the seat is rock hard and very narrow, my saddle soreness went away but it took a solid month haha
The Peloton is 100% worth it.A YMCA membership in my area would have been around $100 a month for my husband and myself combined which is what we pay for the bike and app monthly. (60 for bike and 40 for app) Being able to workout at home and whatever time (we both work nights) is a definite bonus for us as well. I dont even bother with the leaderboard I just work to beat my own personal records but knowing your cadence and resistance and pushing yourself is very rewarding. Your butt gets used to the seat after probably a week. I ordered padded bike shorts and honestly didnt need to because I'm so used to the seat now.
I also really love the strength training classes which is not something I EVER thought would come out of my mouth. It really has become such a positive part of my life.
You said you were looking to maybe try free cycling UA-cam videos. I highly suggest Kaleigh Cohen. I've been doing just her videos exclusively four to five times a week for the last three months and it's my favorite thing! She has a lot of videos and puts out a new one or two every week, and also does a live ride every Saturday! I used the Peloton app before with my "knock-off" bike and I actually prefer her classes over Peloton. She has great energy and her classes are very motivating.
Hi Carrie! I have a Peloton bike and I actually got mine on Facebook marketplace 😝 I love mine! Leanne Hainsby, Hannah Corbin and Dennis are my favs 😍 also plus the guy who had it before me swapped out the seat for a more comfy one bc he said the peloton original one was tiny and uncomfortable haha
I have done something similar - only in combination with Amazon Firestick. Also a good thing that I was not tied into Peloton via the bike because I also tried out Les Mills spinning classes and liked them better, so cancelled the Peloton subscription and am using Les Mills . That would not have been possible with the Peloton bike. :)
If you are going to try some UA-cam videos for spin classes, I thoroughly recommend Kirsten Allen. She’s amazing. She themes a lot of her classes to different shows and movies and she’s super sweet and motivating! :) also love your videos :)
I have had a peloton for almost a year now! It’s my favorite purchase ever and I really don’t have any regrets! The bike is now also cheaper (still about 1,645 or something like that) but definitely more affordable than the 2000+ price tag! The bike is very quiet to ride so that’s a plus and the seat is more firm than what yours looks like but I prefer this over squishy ones!
Peloton owner here! Have had the Bike+ since October. The bike is nearly silent. I’m 6” tall and plus size and the bike feels incredibly stable even out of the saddle- which was one of the main reasons I went with the Peloton vs a cheaper option (plus I am one of those people who thrives off seeing my metrics). I’m personally super happy with my investment- and I felt I could justify it even more so as we also have two riders in my household (my fiancé also rides). The seat was really rough to adjust to- not going to sugar coat it. I had a seat cover AND padded shorts and the first week was still pretty brutal- but over time I adjusted to it and don’t use the cover or shorts anymore. I have never been a regularly active person in my adult life- and I’ve consistently been riding 3-5 times a week since our bike was delivered. Love it!
My fav instructors are definitely Kendall and tunde! Kendall has a Billie eilish ride that is a little bit difficult but omg it bops so hard it's my all time favorite
I’ve owned my Peloton for almost four years, and I think for those who can afford it, it’s worth it if 1) A high quality bike is important to you. It is extremely solid and completely silent. 2) You care about improving your actual athletic performance. Carrie describes it as “being into the numbers” (which at least to me sounds like she’s being a bit negative), but if you actually want to improve, you need metrics. My favorite instructor is Matt Wilpers, whose mantra is to train smart. That’s really all “the numbers” are good for. 3) You really want to feel like part of the peloton community during rides. Taking live rides, giving and receiving high fives is actually quite motivating.
I'm going to shook all americans here.(sarcastic jokes ahead, don't take this too seriously) Us, Europeans , do this sport too. It's not called peloton, we do it in clubs (before the rona) or with videos *like peloton*. The bikes in the clubs don't have certain names, no soulcycle no peleton, just a plain simple one like carries. Some of us have bikes at home, they're mostly not from a certain brand. And guess what we still work out and the bike works *utter shock*. Alright now don't go hating on my tiny european ass ;)
You should try a “Body bike-smart+” bike.....it’s completely silent...makes no noise at all....
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Such a great video! I really want to download the app now that I cancelled my gym membership. I would love to offer for those living in a small space like me (1BR apt girl 🤚) I use the “exerpeutic” bike from Amazon’s it folds up and is super light and can be moved and put out of sight easily. It’s also super quiet!
You should do a comparison video with Sierra Schultzzie. She has a Peleton!
Others have mentioned this, but a magnetic resistance rather than the felt pad resistance will be entirely silent. Also, the weight of the flywheel will make a difference in the steadiness. My husband and I hopped on the peloton hack train a few months ago with a Sunny brand bike from Amazon and it’s totally worth it! Your video gave us the initial idea, thank you :)
The Peloton is pretty much silent, the only noise I noticed was the “washer” on the cleat from my spin shoes, which I just tightened, but it’s so quiet. My husband could do it and I could sleep through it - if it wasn’t for his breathing.
I broke my butt in by using spin bikes at my gym before the Peloton came and I honestly thought I (my butt) would never recover. After a couple weeks of consistent use, no more pain. When the Peloton came I got on and no pain, no shorts/seat change needed either.
Cody Rigsby is my favorite instructor, just love him and his playlists. It’s like hanging out with a best friend.
Did the hack for a few months but finally caved and bought the Peloton, just waiting on delivery, super excited!
I bought a peloton hack bike after seeing your video, I had been considering it anyways and then your information helped push me over the edge and I LOVE IT! We got a different bike that had a higher weight capacity/height capacity and built in cadence/mileage etc. but overall super cheap way to enjoy cycling again and feel safe doing it at home! I was an avid cycler at my gym before and I can say that the workouts on the peloton app are just as good as going in person to a studio. Overall love it and highly recommend + big thanks for testing it out first and giving such great comprehensive information! ❤️❤️❤️
Get the QZ app to and use it with the Peloton app. It will give you a resistance conversion. Not sure if it would work for your specific bike since it doesn’t have Bluetooth but it’s $4 and if you have a Bluetooth bike , for example for me, it tells me my echelon resistance and then my peloton conversion. Also it will connect to a heart rate monitor that will connect to the app and it will tell you output too (labeled as kjoules in the QZ app).
The Peloton app is the best thing I have ever purchased 😂 It is so much fun!! Barre and Pilates are my go to’s. The instructors are fantastic and I can’t wait to buy a bike 🙌🏼🤍
Carrie, you should do a full on review of the app and take different classes! 😇
Literally just got my peloton bike+ delivered today! I was using my sister’s and it’s super quiet so def recommend if you live in a apartment noise def won’t be a problem with the peloton. Plus it automatically moves to the resistance the instructors are saying so you don’t even have to think about it! You can alway finance it and do monthly payments which is like basically paying for a gym membership 💛
My husband watched this video with me. He then watched the first video to this one. Our new exercise bike is scheduled to be delivered around March 15 from Amazon. :)
I loved your original video so much I ended up buying the same bike as you. I don't use the Peleton app though. I use iFit because I also enjoy the other classes they offer.
Omg take the Megan Thee Stallion ride with Kendall, it was unapologetically wild! PS my peloton is silent which is helpful because I live in a tiny studio in nyc and my neighbors aren’t having my shenanigans.
Kendall’s been my fave recently!!
We were looking for a bike last March (when everyone else was too and had very limited options due to availability). We ended up buying an Echelon bike. Echelon, like Peloton, has classes on and off bike (cycling, boot camp, yoga, pilates, weights, etc...) - it is an amazing app with TONS of options. One of the great things about Echelon is that they have different bikes at different price points. There is one available at Walmart for around $400-500 up to the one with the large screen attached for around $1500. I have used both Peloton and Echelon and found the online classes very comparable and equally as great. Just another option. :) I love this hack though - gives people many options if they are interested in at-home cycling classes.
I was using a used gym stationary bike by the company SPiNNER for almost a year and really enjoyed it. I pulled my bike up to my computer and pulled the app up on the Peloton one app and it was great. Nice that you can pause a ride because you aren’t competing. It was hard for me to know where my tension was- I had no way to measure output...which was fine but I wanted to know if I was pushing myself.
When I got the peloton bike plus, it was a total game changer for me. Being able to monitor my heart rate, my zone, and where I show up on the lead board is super motivating to me. I went from a nice ride 3-5 times a week to riding 6-7 times a week and I am motivated to work harder. My fitness has changed/increased tremendously. I do enjoy all the face book groups, I like being able to use the leader board filters so I can do a ride and know who is riding with me or filter to a group (like Cody’s or by my state or age).
I think pulling or a trainer up to a computer or iPad is totally cool and still so fun..I’m just adding my experience into the chat. I love this damn bike and app.
I would absolutely love to see you try out Emkfit's workouts, she's here on youtube! She mainly does HIIT workouts and they are all fun, dancey, just a good time!
I did see a video where the guy said the padded resistance bikes need a bit more upkeep than the magnetic resistance bikes because obviously there is going to be some wear on the pad. You can use a type of oil on the flywheel that has the pad and it takes care of the sound. Maybe look it up and find out.
The $40 a month for peloton when owning the actual bike turned me off, so I ended up purchasing the schwinn ic4 which I love! I pay $13 a month with the peloton app, which is a much nicer price. And my bike includes cadence and resistance levels (although the resistance levels don’t match up, it’s easier for me to get to where they’re at knowing what number I’m on. I typically subtract 20 from what they call out and that works for me) it was $850 tax included when I used a 10% off coupon at dick’s sporting goods!
That’s my only hold back! I don’t want to have to pay that monthly fee but I want to keep up with the cadence. I’ll have to look for the bike you have.
@@GoHome21 I love my bike! I’ve had it since January and it’s amazing. The cadence is in graph form on the screen of the bike but you can connect it to the peloton app via Bluetooth and see it on your iPad/apple tv/iPhone!
40 dollars a month is not to bad considering my local spin studio is 20 bucks for a single ride, 500 dollars for 50 rides or 159 a months for unlimited rides with a 12 month membership💰Soul cycle is 900 for 30 rides. 💰💰💰💰
Love it. I so miss my in person cycling classes 😭
I have this bike bc of your video! And I couldn't agree with you more..its a GREAT bike for the price... and the Peloton app is awesome.. sometimes the shout outs can be a little annoying, but it's 🙂 fine.. happy Sunday! 🚲🚲🚲🚲🚲 great video! 👍👌
I literally got a bike from Amazon because of your video. I like it.
Did the hack and I don’t regret it. The app is ~$14 per month with taxes with the peloton is around $45 per month. Plus the cost of the bike and I definitely don’t feel guilty when I don’t workout
Love to see a video of different cycling workouts like UA-cam and the newish Apple fitness classes.
SO HELPFUL!!! Thanks Carrie!!! 🦋💕
I think you can get notifications for when the price goes down and Amazon tells you if the current price on an item is the lowest it’s been in like 30 days.
Peloton seats are hard and hurt too. I think its just a bike thing.
Do you need specific shoes? I feel like I watched a Sierra video a couple months ago and she touched on getting specific shoes for cycling?
Please do the video where you try free UA-cam rides
the normal peloton workouts are literally amazing 🙌🏻 so if cycling isn't your thing, definitely recommend !
They really are! I’ve been using them for a few months now and I love them. When I’m short on time in the early morning, I do Jess sims flash 15. These are awesome.
Like the Hiit Cardio and weights? I’ll have to try those out! The outdoor runs are great also!
@@106andie hey there. Yes! There are so many cardio and strength workouts that are great. You can use the filters in the app and search by time, intensity, instructors etc
When we’re able to actually hang out with people safely again, you and Sierra should switch bikes for a day! Like how will you using the name brand bike impact your perspective and vice versa!
They live in different states now but I like this idea!
I was thinking she could visit her and do the same workouts on each bike
If you enjoy doing these trying trendy work out videos I’m dying to know if the weighted hula hoop works!! I love this video by the way
so your bike is "friction resistance" which is where the sound comes from but a lot of cheaper bikes have magnetic resistance which is silent! so just a tip for anyone doing a Peloton hack, look for a bike with "magnetic resistance"!😁👍
you do need to use silicone oil on the spin bike break pads. then its not noisey
Most of the cheaper bikes are "friction resistance", it is very hard to find a magnetic resitance bike under $300. After I researched all top selling bikes on Amazon, my conclusion is under $500, Consider joroto x2. Under $700 consider Sunny 1805, under $1000, consider Schwinn IC4 or Echelon EX3. More than $2000, Peloton!
If you’re interested in getting a Peloton Bike but can’t afford the up-front cost, they do have a financing option where you only pay a little each month, and you can also purchase a secondhand Bike and set up a Peloton Membership, which is a less expensive option as well! I have a friend who financed her Bike, and another friend who purchased her Bike secondhand.
Yes!! I financed mine and it’s sooo worth it. Only ~100 a month. I would hate if I didn’t have exact cadence and resistance.
I was able to save on my Peloton by buying a refurbished bike through a friends and family discount program. Bike came literally brand new looking, without a single scratch. Super happy with the purchase so far.
@@ahlushko I heard about that! Sounded like a great deal. Did it come with warranty?
@@kimberly3577 Oh good to know, thanks!
i bought the soul cycle bike because im less into the numbers and competitiveness of peloton and more into the feel good vibes and self discovery and self love of soul cycle
Okay so after your video I decided to save up to replicate it. Ended up buying the Echelon EX-15 on Amazon - it's $500 but it has built in Bluetooth and using the Echelon app I can see my cadence, resistance and power output through my phone. I have a TV and a soundbar in my basement and I legit fucking VIBE. I've never loved exercise before but I end every workout with the biggest smile on my face. So excited to get stronger over time 💪
Also -- there's a super convenient conversion chart for resistance from Peloton to Echelon. Overall it was the best money I've ever spent on myself, period.
Have u ever tried using peloton app with your Echelon EX15?
For anyone worried about noise, a bike with magnetic resistance is much quieter! I got one recently and it’s basically silent. I got my bike because of your initial video and I’m beyond obsessed!! Peloton classes are sooooo good
do you have a recommendation?
@@cfloster I have the Echelon EX-15 from Amazon and I’m loving it!
@@cfloster From what i konw, Joroto x2, Echelon EX15, Sunny 1805 are great options for a magnetic resitance bike under 600 usd.
I have the Sunny 1805 and the Wahoo cadence monitor. It was 625 for the all around package and I love it. The Sunny has 45lb flywheel and I can def tell the difference in quality compared to some cheaper bikes I have used. It is noise free and on the bike mat I purchased it hasn’t bothered my neighbors below either. Def recommend. Also, my partner and I share the account on Peloton and just pay one fee a month 👏
I would love to see a video of you trying UA-cam spin classes, or doing some sort of comparison. I've heard that The Spin Junkie is "the" channel for awesome spin classes 😊
Why when you said it squeak what came to mind was put WD40 (the spanish of me came out) 😄
I am so excited for this update. I bought the same bike and use the Peloton app and ride every single day. Your previous video changed my life--no lie. ❤️
Big Peloton class tip! Christine D'Ercole is really body neutral/positive. I don't think I've ever heard her talk about exercise for anything other than achieving new goals. She's been really safe for me.
when you said you were apart of the cult I spit my drink out
There are “biking shorts” you can buy that help with the booty/seat comfort when biking. 💗
My sister has a peloton but she can easily afford it and I was interested but not able to get one. I thank you so much for your first video. I was already a fan of you so it was a totally random watch but I went for it. I have the “pooboo” bike from amazon with the wahoo monitor and I do it with a TV mounted on my wall in my little home gym with my tik tok teen LED room lights. It entirely changed my experience with SAD as a girl who hates winter and lives in CT. I’m a Cody and Kendall girl lol. But seriously thanks Carrie. I love it and needed a push.
Hey! Since you're in CT, you should try out Joyride. They have the majority of their studios in CT and two in TX, which are the ones I go to. They have been on top of cleaning and social distancing and have outdoor pop-up spaces as well. I highly recommend Rhodie and Mackenzie. It's been a while but they do offer a first-class is free promotion. It is also a smaller community so I feel more connected to other riders, even those that don't go to my home studio.
I'm so happy that cycling has helped you with SAD :) I don't have SAD but I have regular depression and it has helped me too :)))
Just finished my peloton class. I use app version and an Amazon bike
Re: the cult-like thing, that's ANY boutiqe fitness thing though. I got to Orangetheory and it's SUPER culty but I LOVE IT haha.
Me too. OTF orange kool aid !
@@roxiw66 I'm obsessed.
I use UA-cam spinning classes there are loads! One of the best classes is Studio Sweat, instructor Cat Kom is amazing!! This is probably the best one to subscribe to, but UA-cam is great for extra free classes & lots of variations. I don't think I'll ever go for a peleton, there's no need for me, as long as I have a solid spin bike, which I have & a tablet, then all is great!!!
I did the peloton hack for about 6 months and then broke down and bought the real peloton. I can say I do really love the actual peloton better because I love knowing my exact cadence, resistance, and output- plus I realized I really wasn’t keeping up with the instructor like I thought I was. Plus I like “following” my friends who have a peloton as well and it helps keep me motivated knowing other people can see my progress. Also the peloton is literally silent- like it was so quiet it took me a while to get used to. For me the actual peloton was worth the investment- but I really enjoyed the hack version as well.
Same here. When you have a high end machine there’s really no comparison. Not saying the cheaper versions don’t work, they TOTALLY do. But if you think you’ll be in this for the long haul I def recommend getting the actual peloton. It’s 100% silent and just really really well made.
are you able to move the peloton around? we have a stationary bike and I like it because, as a not very strong person, I am able to move it from room to room with no difficulty
What bike did you originally have?
Omg yes! I did the hack for around 2 years and upgraded recently and holy cow what a reality check for what a “flat road” 25-35 resistance is!
A cool feature i really like is Power Zone workouts. They are much more personalized and challenging.
i just want to say i sincerely appreciate the way you talk about exercise. sometimes exercise content can be triggering for me, but i always know im safe coming to your videos ❤️
I love pole and and aerial classes, a home pole is fairly affordable and tons of great online pole classes. Aerial silks and lyra aren't so easy to do at home, but would love to see you try those when things are open and safe. You build so much strength as well as confidence. Pole can be dancey, flowy and artistic, exotic/sexy, or strength/fitness, trick focused, so much variety and fun to explore all aspects. Although the atmosphere of the studio I go to was also a huge factor, everyone is super supportive. I do still love it in our online virtual class mode as well, but miss the cheering when you nail something you've been struggling with.
Yes me too!! The aerial fitness studio I was going to closed down so I haven't haven't done anything in a year. I'm saving up for them! It is such an underrated form of exercise!
once the pandemic chills out, if you have a Peloton store near you, you can try out the bikes there too!
are you using silicone oil on the break pads??? you NEED to put oil on. you need to make sure the pads are not dry and soaked in oil then when spinning :) and bye bye noise! - also use some oil or WD40 on the seat. Also you can buy gel seat covers :) Also you can do it live too!
Peloton sleep meditation is amazing!!!!! I’ll do it why I’m laying down in bed. Il put on a long one like 20 min and I’ll pass out halfway through and it’s amazing. Also you should do one where subscribers pick you’re peloton rides/ workouts .
It IS a Capricorn thing, I can relate.
Exercising should be fun! If you feel like stopping, why not? I couldn’t agree more with the ‘it’s not that serious’ statement. Just enjoy the process 💕💕
You should definitely try Gabriella Guevara's rhythmic cycling classes on UA-cam! She's my go to.
I love her classes on YT
Totally sold now! I'm always interested in update videos like this because sometimes our opinions change as the months progress or we're able to find more pros and cons as we continue to use something.
I’d love for you to try the Ringfit for the Switch!! I bought it and I like how it’s a quick way for me to get my body to move. And then I get to play animal crossing afterwards😄
I have a peloton bike and as far as the seat goes, I very rarely get sore from the seat. In a regular cycling class I would always be sore, but for some reason, even with the peloton if I do get sore it’s so minimal. All in all it’s so comfortable!
I tried the peloton app but lately I've been using apple fitness+ with my non-peloton stationary bike. I like it much better than the peloton because the instructors don't really focus on specific numbers (resistance, cadence) but they do give indicators like you said - this should feel hard, if you can add resistance you should. It made me feel more in control of my workout and it also doesn't defeat me when I can't keep up with the set numbers. i love love love apple fitness+ !
The Joroto has an electronic breaking system like the Peleton of someone is looking for a bike.
How dDo you get the wahoo app to show cadence in the Peleton app?!?!?
I have a Peloton and absolutely love it!! After my first ride I bought a seat cushion because my ass was dying, but after a week or two I didn’t need it anymore! I’ve been riding without it for months now. I think it just takes some time to adjust for sure.
I bought a rando stationary bike before the pandemic and when quarantine started I did exactly this with the Peloton app. I loved it so much and wanted more of a challenge, so I bought the actual bike six months later. I have had it for almost six months and I'm absolutely obsessed. It's saved me from being completely sedentary in lock down.
WD-40 may help on the loudness
YES! Its like you read my mind! I am so excited to watch!
Love this 🥰 so informative!!!
I had a Amazon bike and I recently upgraded to an actual Pelaton bike. I wouldn’t say the seat is comfortable compared to other bike seats, but it does feel a lot more supportive than other bikes.
I did this hack and love it. Cadance pretty much depence on each individual person even with a peloton. A good point of reference for resistance is if the instructor says the cadence should be 60 and you are doing 85 that means you should add more resistance. Hope it helps.
A Stryde bike is cheaper than Peloton. Plus Stryde lets you download your own apps like the Peloton app, Netflix, Hulu, UA-cam, etc. The peloton app is 12.99/month so it's a much cheaper option. We are ordering ours next week :)
I just bought a knockoff pelaton bike bc of this video and so far am super happy I didn't splurge on a real one. The classes are so much cheaper on my iPad and I'm not really bothered by not knowing exact numbers. Definitely not worth the crazy price to me.
So I saw your last video and if you do happen to be diagnosed with PCOS in the future, you might want to look into slow weighted workouts instead of the cycling - getting your heart rate up so high with PCOS can almost defeat the purpose of the workout ur doing so I just thought I’d mention it! Of course any body movement is best so take my comment with a grain of salt - just providing the info in case you want to look into it! I follow PCOS.weightloss on Insta and they give such great insight into the diagnosis!
Hi Carrie!! I actually bought the same bike after seeing your first video. I agree with most of your pros/cons. I added the wahoo cadence sensor and swapped out the pedals since I have spd cleats. I didn’t like the original pedals. My favorite Pelaton teacher is Jess King. She’s amazing.
Thank you so much Carrie! I watched your video and decided to do the “hack” myself! Absolutely the best decision ever! 💕
Hi Carrie I sent you an email. I made a very simple device to remove the guesswork from resistance. It makes a HUGE difference and is very simple to use.
I’ve been doing the peloton hack since I watched the original video. I mainly wanted to find out if I liked it enough before shelling out all that cash. I may buy the real deal, but I agree with you and I’ll see where I’m at a little further into the future. I don’t care about the leaderboards or getting shouted out, but I do find myself wondering about my resistance and cadence. Makes me wonder how I’m actually doing in comparison to their recommendations. I’m just glad I found some form of activity that I don’t loathe 🙂
Added to the list of things I shouldn't buy but will probably buy.
I don’t even have a bike but I use Peloton for the strength and stretching stuff and I absolutely love it! I get a hit of serotonin when my favorite instructor Adrian claps for me at the end of my workout lmao. When they say “What’s up Peloton!” you just feel like such a part of the community!
Carrie you are the best and one of my fav you tubers.
I didn’t realize that was a Capricorn thing 😹 I am one & need everything put away too.. I just purchased a cycle bike a few days ago.. hopefully that one works out!
I am a member of the peloton cult haha but I have to say I think the app is SO worth the money, way more than the bike itself. They have yoga, strength training, barre, Pilates, hiit cardio, and stretching classes, it’s such a good home workout app in general and a lot cheaper than any gym around me ($40 a month).
The peloton bike is really quiet and I do love it. But the seat is rock hard and very narrow, my saddle soreness went away but it took a solid month haha
The Peloton is 100% worth it.A YMCA membership in my area would have been around $100 a month for my husband and myself combined which is what we pay for the bike and app monthly. (60 for bike and 40 for app) Being able to workout at home and whatever time (we both work nights) is a definite bonus for us as well. I dont even bother with the leaderboard I just work to beat my own personal records but knowing your cadence and resistance and pushing yourself is very rewarding. Your butt gets used to the seat after probably a week. I ordered padded bike shorts and honestly didnt need to because I'm so used to the seat now.
I also really love the strength training classes which is not something I EVER thought would come out of my mouth. It really has become such a positive part of my life.
You said you were looking to maybe try free cycling UA-cam videos. I highly suggest Kaleigh Cohen. I've been doing just her videos exclusively four to five times a week for the last three months and it's my favorite thing! She has a lot of videos and puts out a new one or two every week, and also does a live ride every Saturday! I used the Peloton app before with my "knock-off" bike and I actually prefer her classes over Peloton. She has great energy and her classes are very motivating.
Hi Carrie! I have a Peloton bike and I actually got mine on Facebook marketplace 😝 I love mine! Leanne Hainsby, Hannah Corbin and Dennis are my favs 😍 also plus the guy who had it before me swapped out the seat for a more comfy one bc he said the peloton original one was tiny and uncomfortable haha
I have done something similar - only in combination with Amazon Firestick. Also a good thing that I was not tied into Peloton via the bike because I also tried out Les Mills spinning classes and liked them better, so cancelled the Peloton subscription and am using Les Mills . That would not have been possible with the Peloton bike. :)
If you are going to try some UA-cam videos for spin classes, I thoroughly recommend Kirsten Allen. She’s amazing. She themes a lot of her classes to different shows and movies and she’s super sweet and motivating! :) also love your videos :)
What bike did you buy? Sorry, I missed that part. Thanks!
I have had a peloton for almost a year now! It’s my favorite purchase ever and I really don’t have any regrets! The bike is now also cheaper (still about 1,645 or something like that) but definitely more affordable than the 2000+ price tag! The bike is very quiet to ride so that’s a plus and the seat is more firm than what yours looks like but I prefer this over squishy ones!
I love my Peloton. I like having the numbers and knowing my own personal progress each time.
Peloton owner here! Have had the Bike+ since October. The bike is nearly silent. I’m 6” tall and plus size and the bike feels incredibly stable even out of the saddle- which was one of the main reasons I went with the Peloton vs a cheaper option (plus I am one of those people who thrives off seeing my metrics). I’m personally super happy with my investment- and I felt I could justify it even more so as we also have two riders in my household (my fiancé also rides). The seat was really rough to adjust to- not going to sugar coat it. I had a seat cover AND padded shorts and the first week was still pretty brutal- but over time I adjusted to it and don’t use the cover or shorts anymore. I have never been a regularly active person in my adult life- and I’ve consistently been riding 3-5 times a week since our bike was delivered. Love it!
Yes do a video trying cycling classes!!
My fav instructors are definitely Kendall and tunde! Kendall has a Billie eilish ride that is a little bit difficult but omg it bops so hard it's my all time favorite
I’d LOVE to see a video where you try out the UA-cam cycling videos
I love that you have put the time in to add chapters in this video! So good to jump from each question
I’ve owned my Peloton for almost four years, and I think for those who can afford it, it’s worth it if 1) A high quality bike is important to you. It is extremely solid and completely silent. 2) You care about improving your actual athletic performance. Carrie describes it as “being into the numbers” (which at least to me sounds like she’s being a bit negative), but if you actually want to improve, you need metrics. My favorite instructor is Matt Wilpers, whose mantra is to train smart. That’s really all “the numbers” are good for. 3) You really want to feel like part of the peloton community during rides. Taking live rides, giving and receiving high fives is actually quite motivating.
I'm going to shook all americans here.(sarcastic jokes ahead, don't take this too seriously) Us, Europeans , do this sport too. It's not called peloton, we do it in clubs (before the rona) or with videos *like peloton*. The bikes in the clubs don't have certain names, no soulcycle no peleton, just a plain simple one like carries. Some of us have bikes at home, they're mostly not from a certain brand. And guess what we still work out and the bike works *utter shock*. Alright now don't go hating on my tiny european ass ;)
We have the same here as well haha!
This video was so helpful! Thanks for all of the tips
great vid as always, maybe try a week of yoga? I would enjoy that at least x :)
Peloton literally saved my life during quarantine 🤗🤗
You are fabulously inspiring no matter what you talk about! Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us 🥰 sending love and light to you✨
Can you oil the flywheel and/or pad?
You should try a “Body bike-smart+” bike.....it’s completely silent...makes no noise at all....
Such a great video! I really want to download the app now that I cancelled my gym membership. I would love to offer for those living in a small space like me (1BR apt girl 🤚) I use the “exerpeutic” bike from Amazon’s it folds up and is super light and can be moved and put out of sight easily. It’s also super quiet!