Smart trainers represent a sizeable cycling investment. Forget about all of the associated kit you need, the cheapest smart trainers alone will set you back a few hundred dollars or pounds. The best budget option in our best smart trainers guide will set you back £449 / $499 at retail.
Plenty of cyclists set their trainer up at home, be it in the garage or house and never think of it again, just plug in and ride or train as often as they like, but all mechanical objects need a little maintenance from time to time.
