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If you enjoy riding an exercise bike and are considering purchasing one, you may wish to consider another option first. Do you own a bicycle already? If you do, you should consider purchasing a bike trainer instead. This option can save you both storage space and money. A trainer attaches to your bike and uses air, fluid, or magnetism to provide resistance similar to biking. These units take up very little room when compared to an exercise bike.

There are three different types of trainers each with their own qualities. You will need to decide what works the best for you. Wind trainers use a fan to create resistance with the air that you work against. They are the cheapest of the three, however they are very loud when pedaling. Yet they work well for beginners as the resistance generated is generally on the lighter side. The harder your pedal the more resistance is gained.

Magnet trainers are a great mid level trainer. Similar in price to a wind unit, they work exceptionally well for a beginner to intermediate rider. They are quiet in comparison to wind, however the quality of resistance isn’t the same level as a fluid.

Fluid trainers are the top of the line, feeling similar to riding on the road with your bike. However they are generally more expensive, and do have their own problems. The unit uses a “fan” encased in liquid, which creates resistance, however the added complexity of the machine, leads to more wear and tear over time. Some models seem to have a problem with leaking.

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