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building offered,” he said.
But when his building’s gym re-
opened recently, Rim’s perspec-
tive had changed.
“After being cooped up so long
and still hesitant to venture out too
much, it sounded like the most in-
credible perk ever,” he said.
But he quickly realized that
booking a time for a workout was
something of a jockey sport.
“I remember that on a Monday,
every spot was booked down to 30-
minute increments,” said Rim.
So he stayed up until midnight
when the next batch of reserva-
tions opened to snag a spot.
Polly Roy, a 35-year-old Upper
East Side resident, shared the same
gym woes.
“My usual 6:30 a.m. time was al-
ways booked so I adjusted my
schedule to go during lunch and in
the evenings,” she said.
The competition between feisty
and deep-pocketed New Yorkers
for amenities has led to foot-tap-
ping, consternation and, worst of
all, inconvenience — but no actual
brawls (yet). After all, residents
said that they do understand that it
all comes down to safety.
“I never had a problem getting in
a workout before COVID, and yes,
I was frustrated at first when I
couldn’t,” said Roy. “But ultimately,
I like how my building is making a
real effort to keep everyone safe
and healthy.”Tribeca resident Christopher Rim
never used his tricked out building’s
gym. Now, he stays up until
midnight just to snag a workout.By JessiCa DaileyN
EW Yorkers have no chill when it
comes to creating a safe place for
friends and family to gather this holi-
day season. That’s why locals are turn-
ing to products — outdoor-entertain-
ing must-haves, like stoves, heat lamps and
heated furniture — to warm things up.
“With the wind and rain, it got pretty chilly,
but with three of the heaters going, we were
comfortable,” said Angie Camus, a Queens res-
ident who recently invested in outdoor heaters
to safely host friends.
She isn’t alone: Patio heaters were one of the
most-searched products from August through
October 2020 on Wayfair, a spokesperson told
The Post. In fact, virtually every company sell-
ing these products reported soaring sales.
But not all outdoor heaters are created
equally: Check out our guide to the hottest of
the hot below.All fired up
Outdoor must-haves to
warm up your winter
What is it: If you’ve looked at a single photo of a backyard renovation on Instagram in
the last six months, you’ve likely been served an ad for this stainless steel ring of fire. Por-
table, durable and available in three sizes, the Solo Stove has earned a cult following
thanks to a patented airflow technology that creates a smokeless fire that’s super easy to
start.
Cost: The 15-inch Ranger is $269.99, the 19½-inch Bonfire is $349.99, and the 27-inch
Yukon is $599.99.
Where to get it: The stoves and accessories are sold direct through Solo Stove. Cur-
rently, all three sizes will ship within a week of ordering.
Does it work: If 4,700 five-star reviews are any indication, heck yes this thing works.
The double-walled structure has a ring of holes at the bottom to suck in air to fuel the
fire, while vents near the top reduce smoke. A Solo Stove fire can burn at 700 to 1,000
degrees, so prepare to move your chair back. Solo Stove
Heated Furniture
Heat Lamp
What are my options?: There are thou-
sands of different heat lamps on the market,
ranging from electric wall-mounted units and
hanging pendants to the standard propane-
powered umbrella lamps and towers.
Cost: Price points vary but umbrella lamps
are usually the most economical, with options
available from major retailers for less than
$200. Meanwhile, higher end lamps run into
the thousands of dollars.
Where to get it: Unfortunately for bar-
gain-hunters, most umbrella heat lamps are
out of stock at major retailers like Home De-
pot, Amazon and Wayfair, but determined
shoppers will be able to find a suitable substi-
tute with a little extra research.
Does it work: Heat lamps are the best bet
for a strong heat source. A standard 41,000
BTU umbrella lamp, for example, can heat an
area 18 feet in diameter and will run up to 10
hours on the highest setting.What is it: San Francisco design studio Galanter & Jones has created a line of radi-
antly heated outdoor furniture — including super-smooth, cast-concrete loungers,
chairs and even tables. They all reach a toasty 120 degrees.
Cost: These elegant pieces don’t come cheap. The scooped Apollo Chair is availa-
ble for pre-order at $900, while the best-selling Helios Lounge, which seats four,
sells for $7,900.
Where to get it: The line is available direct through Galanter & Jones, but expect
to wait. Lead time is typically six to eight weeks, but due to high demand, many pie-
ces are selling out before they’re even delivered to the brand’s headquarters.
Does it work: If you have the cash, Galanter & Jones is a worthy investment. Fans
liken sitting on the furniture to being wrapped in a sleeping bag and reviews note
that it will keep you comfortable in shorts and a T-shirt on a 50-degree night.Stephen YangCourtesy of RangerCourtesy of Galanter & JonesCourtesy of Wayfair