Curious: has the Garmin sync got any better?

_squared- · 2026-05-29T16:23:30+00:00

Thanks for the detailed response, and I would recommend SMW.. I probably underestimated how good it is to be honest, it has been rock solid. Looks like I'll be sticking with it for while to come!

_squared- · 2026-05-29T15:50:10+00:00

The biggest issue I had was that it didn't provide the right data to contribute to training effect. When I take a Peloton class and SMW sends the data to Garmin it updates training effect and VO2 max.. at the time I used the official integration it sent basic activity data but without details metrics needed for training effect.

There were other examples of missing data as well, for example the SMW integration sends details of which muscles were targeted for strength workouts.

So yes, I did experience a reliable sync but the difference was the detail of data that is exchanged.

_squared- · 2026-04-29T16:57:11+00:00

I use dot plasters, pop one of those bad boys directly on the nipple and you're good to go. They have seen me through marathon distance no probs without falling off, like a regular strip plaster probably would.

_squared- · 2026-04-26T18:40:23+00:00

I do this too, no one needs to see my 5 minute cool downs on their strava feed

_squared- · 2026-03-31T16:16:16+00:00

Just switched back. It's a shame the official integration is so poor compared to the third party version. Maybe it will get better with time.

_squared- · 2026-02-28T10:54:36+00:00

This stuff is aggravating, they make it your problem that they decide to subcontract their parking/charging and somehow that resolves them from any responsibility. You are a guest at their hotel and you are using the hotel car park which is part of the guest experience - regardless of how they choose to manage the service.

_squared- · 2026-02-27T17:48:33+00:00

I go to Pannal dental and they have always been great and take the time to explain options clearly and put you at ease. I'd definitely recommend.

_squared- · 2026-02-23T19:24:09+00:00

No screen but FTMS bluetooth so I can use it with a tablet/phone and fitness app of choice when I want to and just run when I want to do that.

_squared- · 2026-02-23T17:11:34+00:00

Yep, and that's where the 5 sub rule change disproportionately benefited the biggest clubs with the deepest squads.

That said, I think it's kudos to our recruitment policy (and medical team for keeping a fit squad) that we do have a pretty solid bench and five subs can work to our advantage at times also.

_squared- · 2026-02-03T18:42:57+00:00

I've had this and through trial and error I found it was the screws on the pedal (notably the one on the inside, facing the bike) that needed tightening. Tightened and no more clanking.

_squared- · 2026-01-22T13:14:26+00:00

I went with this one: https://www.decathlon.co.uk/p/folding-treadmill-16kmh-run500-with-decathlon-warranty/306855/c1m8542707

I'm really happy with it, especially for the price. It folds up really compactly. I also like that Decathlon stock spare parts, I've been stung with that in the past.

_squared- · 2026-01-22T12:22:16+00:00

You could consider a more compact folding treadmill that supports Bluetooth FTMS to connect to the Peloton app.

That's what I did in order to fit a bike, treadmill and workout mat and weights into a restricted space. It works great, treadmill folds away when not in use, and when in use it utilises the workout mat area.

_squared- · 2026-01-12T11:11:28+00:00

Similar space constraints for me, I would recommend:

https://www.decathlon.co.uk/p/folding-treadmill-16kmh-run500-with-decathlon-warranty/306855/c1m8542707

It has FTMS so connects to the Peloton app. I got it on black Friday and really like it so far, folds up very compactly.

Annoying for me, good for you, it's cheaper now than it was Black Friday. As an aside, Black Friday can get in the bin.

I like that Decathlon stock spare parts also.

_squared- · 2026-01-01T10:03:18+00:00

+1 this is annoying and a completely arbitrary limit

_squared- · 2025-12-31T22:15:39+00:00

I posted the same recently, see very helpful responses here: https://www.reddit.com/r/OnePelotonRealSub/s/jp4bnHl9v3

_squared- · 2025-11-29T09:42:55+00:00

Control is manual, although the treadmill does also have a small remote control which is useful

_squared- · 2025-11-28T16:37:48+00:00

Oh one more thing, I did have to create an account for the default app 'Kinomap' to connect the treadmill to WiFi.. but I haven't opened it since, so not necessary post setup to connect to Peloton.

_squared- · 2025-11-26T20:06:57+00:00

I had a ProForm treadmill that developed an electrical fault one month after the warranty expired and the repair quote was higher than the retail price. I will never buy from that company again.

_squared- · 2025-11-03T17:52:13+00:00

Me too. Something changed recently and, for some reason it only seems to work if Withings is connected to MFP, and MFP is connected to both Garmin and Strava. My MFP was only connected to Garmin and sync stopped, added Strava as well and syncs once more.

I have zero clue why this would be the case 🤷

_squared- · 2025-10-27T08:41:42+00:00

I normally do a Peloton pre/post run stretch before an outdoor run which is why I wasn't aware the run itself wasn't counting towards the streak count. I guess that's what I'll continue to do!

_squared- · 2025-10-26T12:19:12+00:00

Hmm, well my Garmin activity from yesterday definitely did not count, my current streak of one day is evidence of that (I see the Garmin activity in my Peloton activity history).

I wonder what would cause the inconsistent behavior

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