You know the Peloton commercial that got all the slack because the husband got one for his wife as a Xmas gift? How bad is it if I get my husband a peloton for Father’s Day?

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If he has never wanted one or talked about one def not a great move. If he cycles or actually likes them= great move

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Does he want one?

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I have a Sopranos DVD set which I also used when I first started indoor training. I find I still need TV if doing Zwift or an easy ride but prefer the Workout videos on Wahoo for anything intense. If he is into it, a smart trainer sounds good. I think the Kickr comes with a free trial to the Wahoo app. (Most apps give free trials anyway). There is also a Kickr bike but if he has a bike and you do not intend to use, the trainer is more cost efficient. Lots of other accessories too. I have the Clymb but not really impressed with it.

Unless it’s a subtle suggestion he lose weight, I think it’s a great gift idea! I didn’t really understand the anger behind the commercial. Even if he doesn’t bike but generally enjoys working out, I think it’s a good idea (especially if you’ll use it if he doesn’t). My boyfriend never did a spin class before and hadn’t rode a bike in years, but he generally enjoys working out, and he loves our peloton (which I mainly got for me tbh it wasn’t a gift but still).

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I’m not sure how subtle of a suggestion spending $2k on exercise equipment would be 😂

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If it’s something he’d enjoy and has expressed interest in having there is nothing wrong with it. If it’s a low key suggestion from you that he needs to lose weight then it will probably go over like a lead brick. Fitness is an interest of mine so I would not be offended by receiving a piece of fitness equipment as a gift.

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I did not understand that at all…I ask for fitness related stuff all the time. It really depends on the person you’re buying for. If he’s a fitness nut, I think you’re safe.

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Lol not bad at all if he wants one?

If he hasn't been using something similar, don't get it.

Agree that if he’s expressed interest in a Peloton or enjoys the stationery bike, it’s a great gift idea.

It’s only an issue if you give someone a gift that suggests a need for self improvement if they haven’t expressed interest in that item or activity. No exercise equipment for a spouse who’s sensitive about their weight if they haven’t explicitly asked for it and don’t use it already, no makeup set or shapewear for a friend if you’re not 100% they want it, no money management books or software for your adult child, etc.

Men aren't that sensitive that we would get offended over a fitness bike. 99.999% of men would love it and would love to test it out right away

If he’s been asking for one, or talking about it I don’t see the issue.

I also don’t get the issue. My husband got me a Brompton for Christmas. I didn’t ask for it, but it’s cute and I really like it. I’d love fitness related gifts.

If he would like it then knock yourself out. I would love all the fitness gifts

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