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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Jon Axworthy and Harry Bullmore

14 best exercise bikes for hitting your fitness goals at home

I looked for stability, space-saving capabilities, comfort and a realistic cycling experience when testing these exercise bikes - (The Independent / Peloton / Concept2 / Water Rower)

Exercise bikes of old were often resigned to clothes horse duty after a few weeks of use. Why? Because they were fairly basic machines, and uninspiring to ride as a result. Then along came Peloton with its bright lights, big ideas and impossibly upbeat instructors, and the game was changed forever.

Since the company’s first two-wheeled wonder, many more connected exercise bikes have joined the race - along with plenty of traditional machines, for those who don’t want to be shouted at by Cody Rigsby on a regular basis.

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