In these times of economic uncertainty (did anyone mention inflation yet?!), we’re all on bit of a mission to save some of those hard-earned dollars. And for those of you hunting for a decent stationary bike trainer at a very decent price, we know that some of the more expensive trainers out there might leave you – and your wallet – …
Read More »Stationary Bike Stands: getting started
An introduction to the world of stationary bike stands
When that winter chill starts to bite (or a pandemic keeps us off the roads and confined to home), it does get harder to motivate yourself to get out on your bike for a training session. I mean, who wants to get soaking wet, or chilled to the bone on a cold December morning, when they could be cozily sat …
Read More »A quick intro to the different types of stationary bike trainers
We know that it can get a little confusing with all the different types of stationary bike stands out there; from fluid to mag, from virtual to rollers, just the different types can get you flustered – and then there’s the different models within each of those different types…oh boy, there’s a lot to know! But the first thing you …
Read More »5 reasons you need a pedal exerciser in your life
OK, so if a stationary bike trainer isn’t quite the fit for you, how about sliding a desk bike or pedal exerciser under your desk – perfect for some easy, healthy exercise! Before we go through the FIVE best reasons for grabbing one of these “under the radar” exercisers, we’d recommend starting with a good, long hard look at yourself, especially if …
Read More »If you’re getting started with roller trainers, you might want to watch this…
Roller trainers aren’t the easiest to get to grips with, but those who use them swear by them, honest! They do require a lot of practice, and yes, you probably will fall off a number of times, but once you’ve mastered it, you’ll feel like a pro – just like those guys at the end of the video below! If …
Read More »How to setup a bike trainer stand (VIDEO)
One of those questions we regularly get asked by those of you just starting out is how do I setup my bike trainer stand? First of all, congratulations on getting serious about taking on an indoor trainer! Hopefully with the tips and reviews we can provide you on this site you’ll be able to make the right choice for your …
Read More »How do I insert the rear skewer into my bike’s rear wheel?
It’s a question many of you have asked, and a question many of you will continue to ask! But that’s OK, that’s what we’re here for, to help you get started with your indoor trainer! Installing the rear skewer into your rear wheel sounds a lot trickier than it actually is. Most decent trainers come with their own skewer, mainly …
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