Re:Peloton S-1
by scarface74 on Tuesday August 27, 2019 @10:13PM
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You’re assuming that people who buy a Peloton want to ride outside. Also, half the purpose of Peloton is the tracking and app integration.
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No, some people have $2,000+ road bikes that have never seen the road or been outside. They just set them up on a trainer with sensors ([1][2][3]) in their living room.
[1] https://www.chainreactioncycles.com/au/en/tacx-vortex-smart-...
[2] https://www.99bikes.com.au/accessories/indoor-trainers/smart...
[3] https://www.pushys.com.au/accessories/stationary-stands/smar...
No idea why they would spend US$2,000+ on them, most of this price is for improvements on weight and drag reduction, if you aren't moving the bike then there isn't really a point. Except for the wheels and tyres as rolling weight has some impact on your pedalling, I really don't understand.