Peloton Bike Review | 6 Months Later
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- Опубліковано 9 чер 2024
- After all the recent press around Peloton, I started to wonder if I made a mistake buying my Peloton Bike. However, after six months of using their entire ecosystem (including the Peloton App), I wanted to share my thoughts in this Peloton Bike review. If you've been wondering if it's still worth buying the Peloton bike over other Peloton alternatives out there, then this is the video for you!
Also the Peloton GUide just recently came out and its on the way. Unboxing and first impressions coming soon!
0:00 - Into & Why I went with the original Bike vs Bike+
0:48 - Bike Quality & Service
1:36 - Fully Integrated Ecosystem
2:59 - The Cost...
3:57 - Who I Recommend To Buy A Peloton
4:35 - Benefits Of Using A Peloton Alternative
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Do you think the Peloton Bike is worth the premium price tag? 👇🏾
I live near a Peloton studio and when the studio was open before covid, I would go a live class atleast 3 times a week. But after the pandemic started and gyms closed, I purchased a Peloton, I'll say I just don't feel motivated to ride at home as i did going to the class somehow.
@@andrewrai5752 No offense, but it simply means you aren’t self motivated. The good thing is that we can all improve moment to moment if we earnestly strive to.
@@dopeboyp3487 You are not wrong when you said " I was self motivated" when I made that comment. Having said that, I worked on motivating myself and now ride the peloton 3-times a week and 4 times a week at the gym.
@@andrewrai5752 Good for you Drew. That’s what I’m saying. Once you strived to become better -You did. I’m happy for you man keep pushing… I believe in you!
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@@andrewrai5752 I’m ordering a Peloton next week, and I plan to ride it 5x per week. Which model did you get, and based on your experience which would you recommend? Other than the Peloton store at my local mall I’ve never been on one.
That was literally the best review I've ever seen on UA-cam. I don't care about the recommendation, the review was as concise and informative as I've ever watched and absolutely informs my purchase decision. Thanks, Noah - Well done my man!
Much appreciated Tai! 🙏🏾 Full review coming soon
Wholly agree with Tai - thanks Noah! Fantastic job & great execution 🍻 if I were folks @ Peloton, I'd hire you immediately.
Great review! I love the bike but it’s the awesome instructors that keep me coming back everyday.
Can’t agree more! Their instructors = 👌🏾. Who are some of your favorites? Mine are Ally, Robin, and Alex
What a well-balanced review - thank you!
Hi mate, this was a really, really good review. Straight to the point and well presented! Earned a sub!
Instant sub for the shirt. Excellent breakdown, my man!
🙏🏾 can’t go wrong with Spider-Man! Lol
Thanks for your video! Just purchased the Peloton bike finally, after using our gym’s Peleton bike and my previous Cyclops bike. I’m psyched about it!! 🎉🎉🎉
Good honest review....I think you've pushed me over the edge to buy..Thanks Buddy
Great review. Im usually all about cheaper alternatives but in this case I think the lack of hassle will keep me motivated to use the bike consistently.
My Peloton Bike arrived on Monday, today was 4 days in a row of early morning rides. I love it! Thank you for this great review, it pushed me to make the purchase. My company just recently added a healthy subsidy and I was able to use it to offset the cost. Thank you for the reminder, I wouldn't have thought to submit for such a large purchase.
Excellent info! Thank you.
Best gift I’ve ever received
I love watching your reviews!
We just bought ours and am excited to get it in two weeks. By the way, this individual is an incredible speaker.
I appreciate the kind words. You’ll love you bike! Just about to get on mine now!
I’m a huge Peloton fan. So much so that we also have the tread+ (which we also love). I ride 6 days per week, and use the tread 7 days per week. We first bought our bike in October 2019, and clearly our timing was a blessing (hello pandemonium). Peloton has been instrumental for me to maintain my 90 lbs weight loss, which is certainly no easy feat after 40! We also travel a lot in the spring and summer, and while I sometimes get separation anxiety when we do(😅), I love being able to maintain my daily streak with the app. I’m not a big fan of commercial gyms, so home work out has been perfect for me.😊
Thanks for the review! Do you still use your peloton? I decided to rent the Bike+ to make sure I like the product before fully committing.
All good points Noah. We totally agree.
Bike plus fan here. The auto resistance amazing aid to increase my fitness
I love the body bike and was considering the peloton but don’t have wifi at home so I was wondering What would you recommend ?
Posters in the background are sick dude!
Much appreciated! 🙏🏾 it was the only way my fiancé was going to let me get superhero swag in my studio room lol
@@NoahCBanks ha i know the feeling! All my superhero posters are hanging in the basement but that’s ok. Man cave AND home gym are down there :)
I bought the Bike+ for my home gym. The experience within the first month was enough for me to be hooked. I haven't missed a day of working out since buying the bike. I've since purchased the Tread and the Row. The high price definitely drives you to keep at it, because you do hear about people who buy these high end bikes only to let them collect dust and use them to hang their dry cleaning.
For those with an FSA, if a doctor provides you with a letter of necessity, your FSA will cover the cost of the bike/tread/row up to the amount you spend or have available in your account. You cannot get FSA to pay for your equipment without a pre-existing condition. That can include cholesterol, high blood pressure, etc.
100% agree! Great vid!
Much appreciated! 🙏🏾
Love my bike. Worth every penny!
Awesome! How frequently do you use yours? I try to get on it at least 3x per week!
I bought my bike second hand. I love it. I use it almost everyday. I love the convenience of having it at home.
Nice! I love using my bike especially for those times where I need a quick workout
we are moving and almost sold our bike. we got it used for 750 and it's only selling for about 500 now. we are going to keep it, and give it another try. thanks for the video
Never thought I would buy one of these - can't wait to get started and hope the family likes it just as much - any recommendations about family use?
Your going to love it!!!
Awesome! Let me know what you think after your first few rides. My fiancée uses mine as well so having free guest accounts is great! 👍🏾
I love your audio. What equipment do you use?
I'll probably make a video on my entire setup soon! But currently using a rode mic ntg 👍🏾
@@NoahCBanks thanks man! Looking forward to that video!
@@NoahCBanks also do you feed it right into the camera or a separate audio recorder?
Hey man can I ask, I’m relatively young (22) and I don’t completely understand everything yet, and I would just like to know how your wife was able to see if her subsidy would cover part of it. I have good insurance provided by my job but I don’t know how to go about moving forward and seeing what they could possibly cover.
Her job gives a separate fitness/wellness subsidy. I would see if you’re company offers any additional health and wellness benefits!
hi noah. was the health subsidy via her health insurance?
I hope everything you have stated is accurate. I have reached the limits of my present bike and am looking for more of a challenge!
I know this is a year since you posted, but I always believe that if you have no skin in the game, you wont use it. I have had my peloton for a couple years. I love it. Yes, if I dont ride for a few days, I start doing the math in my head about how much each ride/class is costing me.
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Very good review thank you. I actually want one but my apartment is very SMALL :( need to get rid of my extra sofa so I can get this bike.
Two questions
1. You got the original peloton correct?
2. Do I have to order those shoes to use the bike?
Yes he bought the original bike (not the bike+). You don’t have to purchase their shoes specifically. You need cycling shoes that have “delta clips”. Hope this helps!☺️
Yes the bike came to me and I could not use it cos I don't have shoes. It is like I got a Cadillac without wheels. I love schwinn ic4.
Great review sir can I ask I'm a years long cyclist who rode my Tour De France Merckx for years but now a back injury keeps me from that bent cyclist position and my knees have always benefited from cycling keeping my quads strong can I buy a Peleton and ride to my own personal program like I used to outdoors? Trust me I don't need other cyclists to push me I do that myself
Yes you can ride on your own custom program if you’d like with peloton!
Hey Noah, I watched your Peloton Bike Review and I completely agree with your thorough and informative review. I wanted to share my experience with the freebeat Lit Bike, which has revolutionized my daily workout routine. The Lit Bike's unique fusion of music and rhythm has made my workouts more enjoyable and effective. It's not just a bike, it's a comprehensive fitness experience that caters to all my fitness aspirations. The motivational instructors and inclusive community have made me feel accepted and empowered. The Lit Bike's screen can also swivel, allowing me to engage in off-bike exercises and extract maximum value from my investment. The freebeat Lit Bike has truly changed my life and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for an immersive and engaging workout experience. Keep up the great work, Noah!
Outstanding review!! My Peleton bike was delivered today. For me, it is worth the price.
Let me know what you think after your first ride!
@@NoahCBanks Just took a 20 minute beginner class. It was awesome! I learned two things. Never ride without a towel and a water bottle!😂 I did pretty well for being almost 70 years old. I will definitely get a lot of use out of the bike.
@@bthomas493 Good for you Barb!!! Which model did you purchase? I’m debating myself, but will be making a purchase in the coming week. I wish you well on your health journey.
The faster processor in the + is definitely worth it. Especially as the hardware ages and slows down.
I've watched a few peloton vids to learn the difference from Wahoo Kickr or Zwift Hub. No luck.
Does the peloton have a watt meter, a flywheel, does it have the ability to automatically vary resistance either in response to hills or as part of a structured interval workout?
It seems to just be a gym bike with music and videos.
I have a Wahoo, but the new Zwift hub looks good for 500. Zwift lets you ride one level with unpaid membership. Both Zwift and Wahoo memberships cost 15/mo compared to much higher for Peloton.
TBH I don’t know each of those specific details but I do know my bike (original) doesn’t have automatic resistance settings. I think it more boils down to how much you’d want a premium bike vs a decent one that still gives you what your looking for.
Bought mine early 2020. Still use it regularly. Today in fact :)
Do you still use it?
@@vai82 yep, still using on a regular basis. Probably need to think about servicing it at some point really....
The Peloton ecosystem is pretty neat and tempting - but way overpriced to me (hardware and the monthly subscription price). I bought a Schwinn IC8 and use Apple Fitness+ for a fraction of the cost and with the perfect integration in the Apple ecosystem ;-)
But finally I see why people are paying that much for Peloton. Keeping the fingers crossed that the company survives for a long time!
It can get pretty pricey! I think you are the perfect example of someone who can still crush it with an alternative option💪🏾
You are smart. I have an assault air bike. Much better than the peloton and no ongoing subscription costs. Peloton is more marketing hype than anything. Do not buy is my personal recommendation.
@@boomerang6130 Apples and oranges. One is for cycling the other is more for HIIT. Assult bike sucks for long rides. If you have the space and funds, get a Peloton and an Assault bike.
I’m a fan of my peloton.. No
Regrets for me
Love the bike but the membership cost is too high especially with the price hike to $44/month feels like the company going the wrong direction
That does seem very $$$
I definitely agree with that. Peloton lovers which I am one of them. I purchased the bike in Dec and then went back for the tread this March for $5,000 in equipment and now my monthly subscription is higher -it's not making money sense. Lowering the cost of the bike and tread ok but also lower the monthly subscription to $35.00 let us all win and guess what Peloton? You will win as well. The subscription thing got me rethinking my tread. I could still return it. This is about principles and loyalty to your already subscribers. Not make them pay for your problems.
Yea the subscription is starting to get too high unfortunately. I think this is mainly due to all the recent finance projection issues they had earlier this year.
I m with u. I m returning mine. I got negative review about this bike. Watch this before you buy Peloton Bike! Peloton or Schwinn | Spin Bike Review
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I found out after they brought my bike upstairs, built it, the my husband came and configured it and told me. Then I asked him so what if the screen breaks down who is going to fix it? So I would have had the same benefits with a $200 bike? What if I don’t want or how are you going to take it downstairs and tell them to pick it up?
Hey there! I stumbled upon your "peloton" video and couldn't help but share my own fitness journey. I've been using the Lit Bike from freebeat for quite some time now, and it has changed my life in so many ways. The fusion of music and rhythm into my workout has made it so much more enjoyable and effective. I'm able to synchronize my cadence with the beat of the song, which has helped me push my boundaries and reach new fitness milestones. The motivational instructors at freebeat foster a supportive and empowering ambiance which has been a game-changer for me. I no longer dread my workouts, but instead, I look forward to them because of the immersive and incredibly fun experience on the Lit Bike. I highly recommend freebeat's Lit Bike to anyone who wants to find their beat and redefine fitness. Keep up the amazing work, and thanks for sharing your "peloton" journey!
I really do agree with using it more if you invest a lot of money into it! I have used the crap out of my treadmill over the years.
Whatever gets the motivation in gear right!?
@@NoahCBanks Exactly! A Pelaton is out out of my financial realm for my home gym...but maybe someday.
Can anyone give me some insight on if this might be a good bike for a senior? No, at this point I’m not going to go psycho on it but I do appreciate a premium product and feel I could still get my money’s worth
Dude where did you get your shirt
I’m pretty sure kohls lol
Yup! The wife keep me accountable for the money I spent so I’m on it every day🤣👍🏼
Lol that is awesome!
do you need to pay the monthly memberhship to use the bike ?
No, but you need it for the classes/to use the screen.
Are those peloton shoes?
pay a premium for the ecosystem! if Apple built a bike - would you pick that over Peloton?
Honestly, it would depend on the instructors. I REALLY like Pelotons bike instructors, which I think is their true strength!
@@NoahCBanks who's your favorite? I love Olivia Omato - haven't found one as tough as her
@@ShervinShares I think Kendall Toole is also quit a beast. And AT does NOT believe in “recovery”!😂
Definitely worth it
Love my bike.
i’ve been on edge about buying a pelaton i just might
Worth every penny in my opinion
Love to hear it!
kinda dumb but valid question lol, are the speakers on your peloton good... like good bass and things like that??
No. They aren't that great. Using headphones is better however you could also link it to a better quality Bluetooth speaker if you prefer the sound that way.
@@SuperGabrielMorales ohh ok, thanks
They’re not bad! I tend to use my headphones 99% of time to really get into the workout
This 👆🏾 👌🏾
They are much better on the bike plus. I have owned both bikes. Loved them both.
Hey Noah think this video needs a refresh 2 years later!
Faulty screen first time, 2nd screen theres a issue with your device black screen. My sister in law will never be able yo use it lol. I have a different non peloton bike and im happy
Im with you on the price accountability 😅
Yes.. you’re right.. I will definitely get my money out of it.
Have to use it right!
The seat is sooooo small and extremely uncomfortable!!! I would never! My sister can’t even enjoy hers because of the seat! We wear the same shoes size so I tried it and I had to keep standing because the seat was so extremely uncomfortable!! I will try the treadmill 🙏🏽
Needed to hear experience from someone not that strong in the butt. Excellent review, superbly descriptive. Thanks.
I recommend buying a nice pair of padded bike shorts/bibs. It will make a big difference. You will get used to the small seat, it's designed like that for a reason.
You can change the seat to a more comfy one
I think the best way is to rent the bike. If you don’t use it send it back. If you do use it you can upgrade every couple years
Definitely worth it.. if you can afford it.
True, it is a pretty penny!
You can rent them now
How is this different from paying for a gym membership? The core problem is that people are not being accountable or responsible for their lack of fitness goals and sticking to them. It does not matter the apparatus being used, it is all about committing to something like walking every day for an 1hr at a brisk pace with sensible eating habits will net you the same results and cost you little to nothing. Add some calisthenics for strength training and you are golden, but as I stated before people need to be consistent with whatever it is they do and not invest in an expensive apparatus and think that is the solution.
Completely agree with this perspective. Consistency matters more than variety/novelty. I think the company that can find the solution to that will be a true winner in the health and fitness space and will ultimately lead a more lasting impact!
I love the bike . I ride 4 to 5 days a week and i incorporate the strength programs as well. It more convenient for me and I am more consistent when I work out at home . I have a busy lifestyle and running to a gym . My gym is right in my home Not to worried about it being a failed business .. it will get bought out . Do u need the bike .. no one needs this bike . But I know what works for me. To each there own . But it’s a great bike . Like to get the tread next
For some people - investing money into something like this will absolutely get them to start to actually work out. Add in the fact that it’s literally in your house and super convenient and now you have a lot of people who’s lives were changed by the peloton actually,
Lol how? Umm… well because you don’t leave your house obviously. You jump on for 20-30 mins, hip in the shower and go to work. Or after work. I rent it for $89 a month and I love it. I don’t t have to drive to and from the gym, and don’t have to be around people.
Peloton disabled cameras on all of their bikes today, ruining the video chat feature
Yep, don’t know why they did that. Now it’s a feature that’s useless
That is horrible. I spent a lot of money for them to disable my bike to have features disabled.
So the fact that is so expensive is good because it motivate to use it more... 😐
Thats some interesting logic.
Can i link this to Zwift?
#add
#iwish lol
Lol, Omarion
100% this guy gets paid in whatever form by Peloton
Seems like Peloton is out of business now, sooo... you still got a bike though...
So don’t get this bike. Got it.
Depends lol You can get a similar benefit from purchasing a third party bike and using the app if the ecosystem doesn’t matter to you!
Accountability 🖐️
An expensive bike you cannot even get to take outside... what a ripoff.
Lmao I don’t have fitness wearables I’ll just get the app and save $1,000
The non white stench emitting from that room.
Screw peleton. Cancel cancel culture!
ALL WOKE GOES TO $HIT!!!!!
Guy has heart attack on peleton so you question your purchase because of that?🤣 You definitely made a mistake if you actually bought that way overpriced exercise bike but most likely they gave it to you so you can promote it.
Nope split it with my fiancé which she got a discount from her job 😉 I wish they would’ve gave it to me for free. Would’ve saved the hole in my wallet
It’s not worth it.
Peloton is garbage. Save your money
#boycottpeloton
For 1.5k id rather bike outside lol
Peloton products are of mediocre quality and around 80% overpriced.