As the summer draws upon us, we thought a quick guide to the top selling bike stands for the summer of 2012 was in order, so here they are!

As a semi-professional cyclist, it is often frustrating to see my training come to a virtual standstill when the heavier snowfall begins in the winter months. Most cyclists overcome this hurdle by investing in a good indoor trainer, but I guess I was just too [...]

Whenever you purchase a Blackburn product you know you are getting quality. One of the reasons I picked the Blackburn Tech Mag 6 Trainer when looking at suitable indoor bicycle trainers was the lifetime warranty that it comes with; although a brand such as Blackburn [...]

This is one of the most common questions we’re asked: how do I set up my stationary bike stand? It’s actually not too complicated, and usually takes just a few minutes. The following video is a great little guide and should answer any of your [...]

When I purchased this particular product, I was told that I should have just purchased a cheaper yoga mat by one of my friends. However I’m glad that I did not: the CycleOps Training Mat for Indoor Bicycle Trainers is one of the most durable [...]

I’m somebody who not only values the fitness aspect to riding my bike but also values the aspect of competition which is quite a major part of the whole process for me. The problem is that during the winter season I’m stuck with very little [...]

As somebody who competes as a semi-professional cyclist, it’s a great disadvantage in my part of the world when the winter months come around. Every year I have to sit in my house while the snow piles up outside, and I have to watch as [...]

When the weather is cold and the ground sprinkled with snow and ice, the last thing that you want to be doing is taking your bicycle out on a dangerous road or cycle track. However, we all need to maintain our exercise regime over the [...]

If there is anything that sends shivers down my spine it’s when the winter months come around and the roads freeze over; absolutely no environment for my fitness regime. Since I don’t really have time to go to the gym, in the past I have [...]

During the colder months of the year it’s often difficult for me to get out and about with my bike. I’ll be honest, I don’t particularly enjoy most types of exercise so it’s no use going to a gym because I don’t have the time [...]

My lifestyle is a serious obstacle when it comes to me staying in shape as I live outside the city and my work is inside the city. The distance is way too long for me to cycle to work, but I also need a way [...]

If you are looking for a solution to cycling in the winter or just looking to get some additional mileage on the clock, the CycleOps Fluid 2 indoor trainer could be the ideal answer. OK, I guess I’m like you in that nothing beats going [...]

So once you’ve got your stationary bike stand up and running, this little toy will complete the picture: the Cateye CC-RD300W Strada wireless computer. Let’s face it, we’re not in the fitness game for nothing; every keen cyclist will want to measure and record how [...]

Winter can be the worst time for fitness freaks like me. I don’t particularly enjoy winter sports like skiing and snowboarding and my usual sporting hobbies, namely cross country running and cycling, are all but impossible in the thick snowfall that decorates my area. I [...]

Being able to exercise all year round is very important for every fitness enthusiast, including me. Unfortunately, the weather does sometimes mean that squeezing in a training session can be difficult; the rain, wind and even snow makes me more keen to stay under the [...]

On first impressions, the F2 MAG Trainer from Forza didn’t leave me breathless with excitement; I had been disappointed by other similar trainers that I had purchased or tried, so expected this product to be similarly disappointing. However, much to my surprise, after easily assembling [...]

The Cycleops Mag Indoor Bicycle Trainer is, in my opinion, the best mid-range bicycle trainer one can find. It is ideal for cyclists of all vocations, no matter whether you’re seeking to shed those pounds put on in the winter months, an experienced professional cyclist [...]

Like many others, I dread this time of the year. We’re all eating more to shield our bodies against the cold, but the frigid air and frequent snowstorms (in my area at least) prevent us from getting exercise to shed the pounds. I enjoy cycling, [...]

If you’re unsure of what you really need when buying a stationary bike stand or indoor trainer, this is a great clip introducing the basic models. No thrills, no spills, just a quick overview in less than two minutes. Included are quick peeks at the [...]

When working out and training, music is one of the only things that will manage to keep you really motivated and focused on the task at hand. Whether you are running on your treadmill or cycling on your stationary bike stand, having an MP3 player [...]