Spinning Bikes on a Budget

We're all under pressure to live a healthy lifestyle and to keep fit. Spinning is of course a great way to stay in shape and to burn off those excess calories but what do you do? Go to a spin class or buy a spinning bike to use at home. Spin classes are great and you'll be training in a fun environment with like minded people...it's not for everyone though and if you're like the growing number of people who want to spin at home then this article is for you.

Given the difficult economic times in which we currently find ourselves, we've decided to dedicate this article to budget spin bikes. By "budget" we're talking £500 or less, and before you cast your eyes up to the sky and shout "that's not budget - that's expensive" please give us the chance to convince you that by spending a bit more than you originally planned for you'll get a spin bike that will last for many years to come.

The problem with really cheap spin bikes (the sort you find for £250 and under) is that the quality is really poor, you get a poor quality workout and the bike won't last for as long as you would have hoped. By spending more and choosing wisely, you'll get a spin bike that is very similar to those used in group cycling classes and will perform well time after time.

So, here are three bikes that are entry level; under £500; have excellent feedback from current owners; and are readily available in the UK.

1 Sprint Racer Indoor Cycle

At £399 the Sprint Racer is the cheapest spinning bike in our list but it does have some impressive features including a 20kg flywheel; belt drive; fully adjustable seat and handlebars; a console and has a 2 year warranty.

It feels great to ride - very smooth, quiet and even when pedalling hard it's very stable. The console is quite basic but it tells you all you need to know.



2 Kettler Giro GT Indoor Cycle
The Kettler Giro GT has an impressive specification and is available in the UK for under £500. With magnetic resistance; belt drive; adjustable riding position; console and a 3 year home use warranty it's a super indoor bike.

The magnetic resistance and belt drive make this a super-quiet bike to ride. The free wheel action takes a bit of getting used to if you've used a fixed wheel spin bike before.

3 BH Fitness Class Bike 2 Indoor Cycle
The final entry in our list of recommended budget spin bikes in the UK is the BH Fitness Class Bike 2 indoor cycle. This bike is widely available for £499 and is another impressive spin style bike - fully adjustable; belt drive; 2 year home use warranty and Polar compatable console.

A nice bike to ride - very stable and secure when cycling hard and the console is great too.