Joey, I thought exactly the same thing when my kids asked for them last year for Christmas.  I thought it was a waste of money but of course, we bought them.  Now I cannot imagine being without one.  I told hubby he could have my old one now, and he said he would take it but doubts if he would ever use it - I replied &quot;yeah, I used to think that too&quot;.  I think he will be hooked too once he gets the hang of it.  He works out everyday, so it will come in handy for that, and even just for mowing the grass or other yardwork....