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Measuring Peloton Resistance; Sunny, Keiser, NordicTrack and Echelon Resistance Charts

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UPDATED MAY 2024. My readers are always on the lookout for a quality Peloton resistance conversion chart. A copy of a resistance chart to complete the “Peloton Hack” is probably THE number one request I receive. As I noted in my earlier “How to Measure Resistance with the Peloton App” post, the questions usually sound like this:

How do I convert Peloton resistance to my Sunny or Keiser M3i?
Is it worth it to buy these fancy power pedals (pretty cool, check them out!)?
Is there anything similar to this Wahoo cadence senso r that will measure resistance?
How do I measure resistance on my Sunny?
How do I convert Peloton resistance when using my own bike with the Peloton App?
Should I just give up on life and buy one of these? (Just kidding…)

Read on to learn more about resistance and see various Peloton conversion resistance charts for Sunny, Keiser, Echelon and NordicTrack spin bikes!

My 12 Month Peloton App Review; Using the App without the Bike

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It’s been just over 12 months since I started using the Peloton App without the Peloton Bike. Find out how I use the Peloton App with my bike.

Peloton for Valentine’s Day? Nothing Says Love Like an Exercise Bike …

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Are you considering getting your significant other a Peloton exercise bike for Valentine’s Day? What a great idea! While prices are down for first-generation Pelotons, there are still other options to consider.

And if you are reading my blog, you are probably looking for a cheaper alternative to the Peloton. I get it – you may not be able to afford to buy a Peloton bike and/or want to pay its $39 monthly fee. I didn’t want to, that is for sure. That is where the genius of their Peloton App comes into play. For only $24 per month (the new 2024 price for unlimited classes), you can access all of the same live and on-demand classes on your own bike. Brilliant. There are a bunch of other bikes out there that can be paired with the Peloton App. I tried a bunch before I bought my Sunny and here is what I found.

My Interview with ABC News; Using the Peloton App with My Own Bike

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I was just re-watched my ABC News interview and thought I would re-post. It was so fun to do and was all about using the Peloton App with my own bike, Wahoo sensors and phone holder.

Here is the interview in case you missed it!

My Peloton Bike Alternative; A Great Money Saving Hack

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My Peloton Bike Hack! How I saved $2,400 by using the Peloton App with a less expensive bike! Learn how…

See My Interview with ABC News: “Cheaper Options Exist for Taking the Peloton Plunge”

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So grateful to Nina Pineda and ABC News “7 on Your Side Team” team for interviewing me about my low-cost Peloton alternative. It was loads of fun! In case you missed it, check out my 30 seconds of fame.

Can’t Afford a Peloton for Christmas? Try these Alternatives Instead!

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The holidays are right around the corner you might be considering a Peloton for Christmas. I would have predicted that the Peloton spin bike would be this year’s No. 1 gift for home exercise enthusiasts; however, with reported shipping delays of up to 3 months, it may be time to find another (and possibly more affordable) spin bike.

Peloton is undoubtedly the leader in the spin-at-home movement and they only grew in popularity during the pandemic. But as we know, not everyone can afford to buy a Peloton bike and then pay its $39 monthly fee. (I can’t, that is for sure – its just not in the budget.) As I’ve explained over the past couple of years, that is where the genius of their Peloton App comes into play. For only $12.99 per month, you can access all of the same live and on-demand classes on their own less expensive bik e. If you follow my blog posts, I’ve been preaching about how great the Peloton App is for a while now. It’s truly wonderful.

If you are thinking of giving someone an exercise bike this Christmas but can’t go all in with the Peloton or don’t want to deal with shipping delays, there are many other types of bikes out there at various price points that can be paired with the Peloton App. I tried a bunch before I bought my Sunny and here is what I found.

How to Measure Resistance with the Peloton App

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The most frequent questions I get about using the Peloton App with my Sunny Bike are about how to measure resistance. The questions generally go something like this:

Is there anything similar to the Wahoo cadence sensor that will measure resistance?
Should I buy these power pedals? (tip, these pedals are expensive but if you put them in your Amazon cart you will receive a notification when they run their flash sales where you can sometimes save up to 75%)
How do I convert Peloton resistance when using my own bike with the Peloton App (conversion charts below).
Is knowing your resistance worth the extra money to buy the Peloton bike?
How do I measure resistance on my Sunny?
How do I convert Peloton resistance to my Sunny, Keiser M3 i, Echelon or NordicTrack?
Why didn’t you just buy a Peloton?

My answer is always the same. Let go of not knowing. Work hard. Get sweaty. Let your fitness do the talking (and BUY THIS disco ball to bring some excitement to your workouts!). I chalk it up to FOMO (fear of missing out). But if you absolutely, positively need to know your Peloton resistance, I have some advice with several resistance charts at the bottom:

What works for me?

Review of Spin Bikes to Use with the Peloton App; Ultimate List of Bikes

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You’ve asked and I answered. With permission from Peloton App User #Libow, I’ve posted a pretty comprehensive review of about 40 different spin bikes to use with the Peloton App (at a fraction of the price). This list includes almost everything you will need to know to help you decide which at-home spin bike is best for you and your budget.

Read on to access the spreadsheet.

Wahoo Cadence & Speed Sensors with the Peloton App

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Hi everyone,

I get a lot of email asking about the Wahoo cadence and speed sensors that I mentioned in my earlier “Peloton on a Budget” blog post so I thought I would write a post dedicated to all things Wahoo.

When taking a Peloton class, knowing your cadence number is a must. While riding, Peloton instructors shout out how fast you should be pedaling – this is what is known as your “cadence.” The actual Peloton bike and other bikes like the Keiser M3i display your cadence. For everyone out there using the Peloton App with a budget friendly bike (like me), you need to get a cadence sensor. But with so many on the market, its difficult to know what to buy.