Oh, I knew we weren't getting a gym for a looooong time when we bought. We just invested in a Peloton, since we also can't make it to the local Blink with the baby. We'd literally be limited to exercise on the weekends, and only one at a time. So, seemed like a worthy investment to stay in some kind of shape.
Any complaints about noise or vibrations from downstairs neighbor? I'd love to have a Peloton but apparently the ceilings/walls are really thin.
We haven't received any complaints thus far. Though, I've met them. They're really pleasant, and have two kids who they let run wild and free for years until someone moved in below THEM, and told them they were being too noisy. So, they may be more empathetic. Hahaha. Nevertheless, the construction of the Peloton is meant for a quiet experience. The bike itself is very heavy: 135 pounds. And almost a third of that is the weight of the flywheel alone. So, there's practically zero rattling, and on top of that, they sell and encourage you to buy the floor mat. Not only to reduce vibration transfer, but primarily to protect hardwood floors. I woke up and went back to sleep while my wife used it this weekend (it's in our bedroom). That's how quiet it is. If you're considering it, and think it's something you would use, I highly recommend it. Unless the area you're putting it on is naturally creaking, you shouldn't hear a thing.
As for the rest of the discussion, as far as I know, Dan, who my wife and I had over for a drink last week, is the only board member who actually lives in the building. He's the director, and although he said he had no prior relationship with the sponsor (Marilyn), he does work in real estate and has been on the board of numerous co-ops. Probably in similar capacity of some of our board members who don't live here. He chose to move to buy at WP, though. So, I'm hoping that counts for something since he was clearly well educated on real-estate and co-op operations. Though, having an "every-man" on the board would also be a nice balance. We may consider giving it a go when the time comes, if people would want that. We agreed to host some kind of thing at our place BEFORE the annual shareholders meeting next month (whenever that is) so people can ask him some burning questions. So, keep an eye out...
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That's good to hear. I take Peloton classes in their NYC studio and love it and would love to get a bike in the apt. I hope we get one for the basement gym too when it's built (rather than some lame Schwinn stationery).
Where/when is the shareholders' meeting? How do people receive notice of that?
