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39 minutes ago, Old#7 said:

Spin classes should have trained instructors there to correct any form issues noted in the class. 

A couple years ago I decided I’d get back into spin classes in the winter instead of my trainer. The hot female instructors were gone an an old guy that never rode a real bike had the class. He had been “trained” to make sure he fitted each rider to the “proper” fit. After I had my bike set up the way I wanted it he made me change everything and told me that was the way I had to ride it. I don’t think so. I never went back.

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2 minutes ago, Longjohn said:

A couple years ago I decided I’d get back into spin classes in the winter instead of my trainer. The hot female instructors were gone an an old guy that never rode a real bike had the class. He had been “trained” to make sure he fitted each rider to the “proper” fit. After I had my bike set up the way I wanted it he made me change everything and told me that was the way I had to ride it. I don’t think so. I never went back.

Don't ya just hate old guys?

 

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3 minutes ago, Longjohn said:

A couple years ago I decided I’d get back into spin classes in the winter instead of my trainer. The hot female instructors were gone an an old guy that never rode a real bike had the class. He had been “trained” to make sure he fitted each rider to the “proper” fit. After I had my bike set up the way I wanted it he made me change everything and told me that was the way I had to ride it. I don’t think so. I never went back.

I didn't realize you lived near @Page Turner!

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1 hour ago, Longjohn said:

A couple years ago I decided I’d get back into spin classes in the winter instead of my trainer. The hot female instructors were gone an an old guy that never rode a real bike had the class. He had been “trained” to make sure he fitted each rider to the “proper” fit. After I had my bike set up the way I wanted it he made me change everything and told me that was the way I had to ride it. I don’t think so. I never went back.

I do not approve of his methods. I rode a bike and knew how to do appropriate fittings. Besides I only helped the ladies fit their cycles. Those old guys were on their own!

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3 hours ago, Razors Edge said:

Have you been to a spin class? 

 

...they do spin classes at my gym in a little room with loud music and one large window where you can check out the lady asses on your way down the hall.  I try not to stare very long, for fear that someone will notice that I am a pervert.:blush: But my impression of the space is less than favorable.  It's crowded, dark, and except for the aforementioned lady asses, seems to have little redeeming charm.  Also, I think I would bring my own saddle because of the cootie issues.

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 I don't get it how this kind of stuff gets twisted around to guys being selfish, thoughtless gift givers.  He probably had that lingerie all picked out for her, but being thoughtful, realized she would be insulted that it was a size 1 and would be MUCH happier about how she looked in a size zero, so being generous he spent thousands to buy her a Peloton.  It's all about understanding her feelings, he's a great husband!

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8 hours ago, Longjohn said:

A couple years ago I decided I’d get back into spin classes in the winter instead of my trainer. The hot female instructors were gone an an old guy that never rode a real bike had the class. He had been “trained” to make sure he fitted each rider to the “proper” fit. After I had my bike set up the way I wanted it he made me change everything and told me that was the way I had to ride it. I don’t think so. I never went back.

I have found that most spin instructors are like this, except in Boulder.  Dave Scott subbed for a sick instructor once, that was kind of cool.

That said, I think most spin classes suck.  The instructors suck, play horrible music too loudly, and have you do things no real rider would EVER do on a bike.  When I was in spin classes, I would sit in the back and do my own ride, stand when I want to stand, sit when I want to sit, and frown and shake my head when they want you to do "jumps" or invitation-to-injury stretches and the like.

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30 minutes ago, Randomguy said:

I have found that most spin instructors are like this, except in Boulder.  Dave Scott subbed for a sick instructor once, that was kind of cool.

That said, I think most spin classes suck.  The instructors suck, play horrible music too loudly, and have you do things no real rider would EVER do on a bike.  When I was in spin classes, I would sit in the back and do my own ride, stand when I want to stand, sit when I want to sit, and frown and shake my head when they want you to do "jumps" or invitation-to-injury stretches and the like.

We always had good instructors that some of us cycled with on the good days.  I totally agree, the music usually sucks, and yes, I rode my own ride, and skipped the radical moves some proposed.  I faded away when they stopped letting us use our own pedals and saddles.

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16 hours ago, Page Turner said:

...if I had to ride indoors, I'd never ride at all.  The video screen is a nice touch, though. I presume that's for porn.

I hate clamping my bike to the trainer.  I do it just to keep some muscle tone over the winter.  I don't like to spend a lot of time on it so I just set the gearing on kill and put in 20 min of hill climbing and then quit.  This year there will probably be no riding on the trainer at all.

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9 hours ago, Randomguy said:

That said, I think most spin classes suck.  The instructors suck, play horrible music too loudly, and have you do things no real rider would EVER do on a bike.  When I was in spin classes, I would sit in the back and do my own ride, stand when I want to stand, sit when I want to sit, and frown and shake my head when they want you to do "jumps" or invitation-to-injury stretches and the like.

I think a big challenge is that you all are failing to separate "spinning" from "cycling". They are two different animals with two different goals & designs.

If you want indoor "cycling", that's gonna be more in-line with a Zwift or trainer session.  If you want a cardio workout that is similar - but definitely different - you do a spin class.  If you just want to ride an indoor "cycling-related" piece of equipment, you don't do a spin class or a Zwift ride, you just pick whatever piece of equipment they have that sort of resemble riding and do that.

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2 hours ago, ChrisL said:

She looks like my SIL (wife of BIL).  Even when she’s truly happy & smiling she looks nervous like her.  Actually die her hair blond and lighten her complexion and they would be twins.  She also one o nuthin like her.  

It is a unique talent to look that nervous. 

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The more I think about this ad, the more I realize how much I love it on so many levels!  This is just great, really just mystifying in every way.

I don't care what people are bitching about, I bet that they sell a TON of bikes this Christmas, or at least in spring while their awareness in the market is through the roof.  Great job making people pay attention and notice who Peloton is.

I didn't know how much this would change me.

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6 minutes ago, Randomguy said:

The more I think about this ad, the more I realize how much I love it on so many levels!  This is just great, really just mystifying in every way.

I don't care what people are bitching about, I bet that they sell a TON of bikes this Christmas, or at least in spring while their awareness in the market is through the roof.  Great job making people pay attention and notice who Peloton is.

I didn't know how much this would change me.

They could top it by selling them at Wal-Mart.  Boy would that generate a meme.

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First of all, for those of you who joked that she went from a “size two to a sweatier size two,” you just show how ignorant you are. Courtnee is a size 4, okay, and it’s not cool to make fun of someone’s weight problem. She’s really been struggling with the extra six pounds she gained when she was pregnant with Sawyer. Ever since, she’s been battling serious sugar cravings (probably because of her Candida overgrowth).

 

So what if when she’s feeling really carby she binges with a few rice cakes? Yes, once a month she splurges on a Stevia and camel milk latte—but she feels so guilty after. The Peloton is helping her and you shouldn’t judge her journey.

Anyway, if you were paying attention to the vlog, you’d see that her Peloton took the place of her dining room table. If that’s not conquering your demons, I don’t know what is...

 

Worst of all, people made fun when she said she was “a little nervous, but excited” about her first ride. Listen, Courtnee has a serious condition called “stationary bike phobia.” She’s had it ever since she fell off her mom’s vintage Schwinn Airdyne when she was two. She literally has PTSD. Would you make fun of a veteran for having night terrors? No? Because it’s literally the same thing. Probably worse.

 

https://thefederalist.com/2019/12/05/i-own-a-peloton-bike-and-im-better-than-you/

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In a statement emailed to CNBC on Wednesday, Peloton expressed its disappointment in how the ad was received by some viewers.

“Our holiday spot was created to celebrate that fitness and wellness journey,” a spokesperson said. “While we’re disappointed in how some have misinterpreted this commercial, we are encouraged by — and grateful for — the outpouring of support we’ve received from those who understand what we were trying to communicate.”

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On 12/3/2019 at 6:12 AM, roadsue said:

mr. and I give each other fitness and bike stuff. For our anniversary he gave me a Garmin and I gave him trekking poles.

 

We tend to give each other at least of our gifts, something cycling related.  I'm giving him  a waterproof helmet cover...more for winter. And cycling socks.

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5 minutes ago, maddmaxx said:

I wonder if she knows that now she is one of the most hated on the internet.

 

 

I wonder if she cares.

If so she is crying all the way to the bank!

That ad is just "off".  Why is she nervous aboot riding a stationary bike?  Ok, maybe if you have to compete against other people. I could see being nervous aboot the price though, unless you are quite well off!

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54 minutes ago, RalphWaldoMooseworth said:

If so she is crying all the way to the bank!

That ad is just "off".  Why is she nervous aboot riding a stationary bike?  Ok, maybe if you have to compete against other people. I could see being nervous aboot the price though, unless you are quite well off!

She’s said to have been inspired for the role by @Randomguy. A little carby, a little neurotic, probably needing a nice cup of tea....

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2 hours ago, maddmaxx said:

I wonder if she knows that now she is one of the most hated on the internet.

 

 

I wonder if she cares.

She isn't hated.  Not even a little bit.

It was the tone of the ad.  Her husband buying the Peleton and her eagerness to please him.  The last scene where she looks nervous sitting next to him and they are watching her video diary ...she looks desperate to seek his approval.  Like, look I used your gift and please approve of me. It's a strange tone.  Not sure why she was nervous to use the thing.  

I am definitely not alone for how this ad was received by many

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1 minute ago, Dirtyhip said:

she looks desperate to seek his approval. 

 

As well she should!  All you chicks just sit there and think guys should just cater to your every wish and it is all about you, and the very minute some ad comes up to show how things historically have been and ought to be, you just get all emotional and throw a hissy fit.  "Wha wha what?  I should try to make my spouse happy?  Toxic masculinity, toxic masculinity!"

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15 minutes ago, Randomguy said:

 

As well she should!  All you chicks just sit there and think guys should just cater to your every wish and it is all about you, and the very minute some ad comes up to show how things historically have been and ought to be, you just get all emotional and throw a hissy fit.  "Wha wha what?  I should try to make my spouse happy?  Toxic masculinity, toxic masculinity!"

That may have been your reality.  

On many nights, I get home and rush around to have dinner on the table when my husband gets home so he can eat and get to bed early.  If dishes are in the sink, they are all clean so the house is nice when he gets home.  He reciprocates by taking care of me too.  Not every couple has one person that expects things to revolve around them.  You are off jaded, I think.

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19 minutes ago, Square Wheels said:

Women have it tough in life.  They should not have been raised to feel they need to please anyone.

WRONG!  I did post my previous reply in jest to play with DH, but you and everyone who agrees with that sentiment needs to have their heads examined.  Women (and men) have to please their spouses, this is simply fact and I am not sure how that could even be questioned.  Some get a pass based on gender?  No way.

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4 minutes ago, Dirtyhip said:

That may have been your reality.  

On many nights, I get home and rush around to have dinner on the table when my husband gets home so he can eat and get to bed early.  If dishes are in the sink, they are all clean so the house is nice when he gets home.  He reciprocates by taking care of me too.  Not every couple has one person that expects things to revolve around them.  You are off base.

Ha, got you!

Even still, most chicks do feel the guy should be kowtowing.  Screw that, there has to effort on the part of everyone, I am tired of the selfish chick thing being the only thing advertisers push.

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3 minutes ago, Randomguy said:

Ha, got you!

Even still, most chicks do feel the guy should be kowtowing.  Screw that, there has to effort on the part of everyone, I am tired of the selfish chick thing being the only thing advertisers push.

Ads are strange.  Some of them pitch men as morans.  Not sure why they do this.  I think it is because women do the bulk of the shopping in  a relationship. 

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3 minutes ago, Dirtyhip said:

Ads are strange.  Some of them pitch men as morans.  Not sure why they do this.  I think it is because women do the bulk of the shopping in  a relationship. 

Most do pitch men as morans, and I think that is because men are the group that everybody feels like they can poke fun at without repercussion.  Certainly can't do that to women, the elderly, kids, blacks, orientals, or any other group claiming superior rights with an excuse like "My group was marginalized before so now we can make fun and you cannot".  Screw that, everybody can be made fun of.  Except my group.  heh heh...

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6 minutes ago, Prophet Zacharia said:

I heard the actress who did the Peleton ad is now in a Gin commercial! :cheerleader:

Another fantastic ad, and incredibly timely!  They really must have had to scramble to put that together, or Ryan Reynolds has some stock in Peloton and wanted the ad to stay in the public's consciousness for a long time.

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I would still be happy to have gotten a peloton or similar for Christmas, if the gift was coming from the right place.  Something like "You are well-marbled and full of unhealthy heft, and I want you to live longer" is reasonable, even if unpleasant to hear despite the truthfulness of it.  "Get to work, fatty, I want to bang the guy you used to be instead of the tubbo you have become" is also fine, just on the frankness of it all.

I do have a question about Peloton and the effectiveness of the ad, though.  How much did the ad raise awareness of the product for you?

I have not really been keeping up with indoor bikes so much, so I did get a much better idea of what they were selling and what the products did.  I would be happy having one, but this brings up another question.   Wouldn't I be just as happy with a big-ass tv so I could watch movies instead of some small screen with spin instructors?

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