Peloton has just announced a brand new way to access their stationary bikes. Basically, in selected states, you can now rent them. This is a limited pilot program. We hope it works out – for the sake of both the public and the company. The post Peloton Introduces a New, More Affordable Option appeared first on Average Joe Cyclist ..read more

This post compares 7 of the best budget indoor bike trainers, ranging in price from less than $100, to around $560. These indoor trainers include Turbo, Fluid, Magnetic, Electronic and Air resistance trainers. We even feature an affordable smart trainer. An indoor bike trainer is a great way to build your cycling fitness when circumstances make it hard to go outside. Simply set up your regular bike on an indoor bike trainer and pedal away. In this post we describe the different types of indoor bike trainers available, and list 7 of the best budget indoor bike trainers. We also recommend a coup ..read more

This post offers options for setting up a Zwift indoor training system on various budgets, from extremely cheap to extremely high end (where money-is-no-object)! The post includes a video that shows the various options. And at the end of the post is a video that gives you an in-depth introduction to Zwift. The post How to Set Up a Zwift Indoor Training System on Any Budget appeared first on Average Joe Cyclist ..read more

Not everyone wants to cycle in the rain and snow. Luckily, there’s an app for that! Actually there are many apps for indoor cycling. And Garmin recently announced it will be linking up with 3 new partners who will be working with Garmin Connect to provide options for cyclists who want to optimize their indoor cycling training. The post Garmin Teams up with Indoor Cycling Apps for Winter Indoor Cycling Training appeared first on Average Joe Cyclist ..read more

This post provides a guide to stationary bikes, so you can learn how to get started with stationary biking. It is not always possible to bike outdoors. Luckily, it always possible to cycle indoors, with a stationary bike. You could for example join a spin class at the local gym. But when you are just getting started with biking, it can be intimidating to join a class of elite athletes. Fortunately, you can get started on your own stationary bike at home. The post How to Get Started with Stationary Biking: A Guide to Stationary Bikes appeared first on Average Joe Cyclist ..read more