Wouldn't it be great to ride your favorite bike indoors safe from all of the elements? Normally, that wouldn't make sense but now you can do just that by converting your everyday bicycle into a stationary exercise bike. All you need is a good bicycle exercise trainer or bike stand that you can connect with your personal bicycle. Stationary bike stands support the rear wheel of your bike and allow it to spin whenever the bike is pedaled.
- No more missed workouts due to bad weather
- No stationary bike taking up space year round
- Economical: Cost $100.00's less than a stationary exercise bike.
- Keep training on the bike you already ride.
- Continue working on your gear shifting skills.
- No need to break in a new saddle
- Most bike stands can be folded for easy storage and travel.
- You can watch TV or listen to music while riding.
- Easy on the joints - no bumps or rough roads
- Great cardio fitness workout
- Can also be used as a tune-up bike stand.
- Magnetic (Most Common-Most Affordable-Reliable)
- Air Resistant (Uses A Fan For Varying The Degree Of Pedaling Resistance)
- Fluid Resistant (For The Serious Cyclist-Most Realistic Feel)
- CPR-Centrifugal Pressure Resistance (Voted #1 in the industry)
- Trainers will range from $100 to $300 and up, with the main price point being resistance levels or noise reduction.
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F2 Mag Trainer By Forza |
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Schwinn Magnetic Bike Trainer |
Air Resistant Trainers
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CyleOps Wind Resistance Trainer |

Fluid Resistance Trainers
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CycleOps Fluid 2 ResistanceTrain |
Centrifugal Pressure Resistance Trainers
The CPR System is the quietest system of any trainer with the longest coast-down in the industry. The large 3 inch Roller provides the smoothest, quietest ride available. Six angled cooling holes circulate air to cool the unit.
When you begin to pedal your bicycle, the friction plate is resting against the roller disk. As you speed up, centrifugal force moves 9 steel balls outward, moving the friction plate over towards the friction pad. The faster you pedal, the harder the friction plate presses against the friction pad and the more resistance occurs.
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1up USA CPR Bicycle Trainer Voted #1 In The Industry |
The 1up Bicycle Trainer ($300.00 range) is made completely in the USA and was voted best trainer 5 years in a row. To my knowledge the 1up bicycle trainer may be the only CPR made to date.
Recommendations
Sunlite Forza Riser Block
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- Use a riser block
under the front wheel to level the bike and to more firmly stabilize the bike. The Sunlite Forza Riser Block, pictured here, is sturdy and ecconomical. It accepts 24,26,27 and 700c wheels.
- Also consider stackable climbing blocks
to simulate hills and adjust the ride to the height you desire.
- Use a large fan or a couple small fans when doing intense workouts to simulate head winds. This will keep you cool and help to evaporate the excessive sweat created during your workout.
- To protect your bike frame and components from sweat damage use a bike thong
or sweat net
. Or, if you prefer, you can wrap a towel around your frame.
- To avoid boredom ride with a friend, switch up on your training, watch TV, listen to music - anything to keep it interesting.
- Also, check out my post - "Virtual Video Bike Ride-Indoor Cardio Without The Boredom."
All of the stationary bike stands-bicycle trainers on this page have been user recommended and received 4 to 5 stars for customer satisfaction. Depending on your level of features desired and the budget you require, the choice is yours. Enjoy your ride!
If you prefer a Stationary Exercise Bike, check these other posts:
- Upright Exercise Bike - Simple, Effective, Space-Saving.
- 5 Reasons Recumbent Bikes Are A Smart Choice
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