Keep on moving
RealRyder’s ‘unstable
bike’ pivots on its axes
‘real feel’
•
Star Trac’s other two models are
the Spinner Pro, designed to have the
feel of a road bike, and the Spinner V,
which has been developed
with specifi c bicycle
Thumbs up The
geometry parameters to
Wattbike is the fi rst
ensure an authentic cycling
bike to be endorsed by
experience, with micro-
British Cycling, with
adjustments to give riders a
technique feedback
personalised fi t.
and accurate data
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The Wattbike, which
offers similar parameters
and adjustments, is also the fi rst bike
to be endorsed by British Cycling. It
can be used for a range of purposes,
from rehab to elite training to group
cycling. It offers accurate performance
data that can be compared across bikes
and across sites, with data sampled 100
times every second and 25 different
measures monitored in real time.
Participants of group cycling classes can,
therefore, track their progress.
The Wattbike’s performance computer
also provides technique feedback – an
analysis of the performance of each leg
throughout the revolution of the pedal,
which means users can be taught to real bike, the AC Series turn of the wheel. This is said to provide
cycle more effi ciently. comprises three models: a more challenging workout, as well
•
RealRyder’s ABF8 ‘unstationary bike’ Classic and Sport, both as helping to minimise the risk of knee
was designed to replicate and support of which have a zinc-coated injuries. The bike also features a multi-
the real biking experience when cold steel frame; and Performance, with its grip handlebar that can be adjusted
weather discouraged road cycling. It aluminium frame. All feature a chain without dismounting, dual option
encourages and rewards good form, rather than a belt and come with Shimano pedals and an ergonomic,
proper pedal stroke and position on a virtual braking system. This uses padded, unisex saddle.
the bike – the skills that time cycling electro-magnetic force, rather than
•
Distributed in the UK by Paligap, with
out on the road can develop – and any contact on the wheel, to provide a installations and instructor training
allows users to tilt, turn and bank. perfect linear application of resistance. delivered by NSCR, the CycleOps
Pivoting on multiple axes, it enhances An optional console offers feedback Indoor Cycle is new to the UK – the
studio training by engaging the upper such as RPM, heart rate and wattage fi rst installation was at RAF Naphill. Said
body and the core, as well as giving output, designed to help instructors to mimic the custom fi t and feel of your
training in balance, working the legs and better structure their group cycling own bike out on the road, but in an
providing a cardio workout. classes. Two models of console are indoor setting, the CycleOps Pro 300 PT
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The Schwinn AC (Authentic Cycling) available: Sport and Performance. provides real-time feedback on training
Series is the latest group exercise bike
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Precor’s Teambike 800 has been intensity – speed, cadence, watts and
from Nautilus. Designed to closely designed to mimic outdoor cycling, with torque. It can also display current heart
replicate the experience of cycling a even resistance throughout the entire rate when used in conjunction with a
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