Spinning bike recommendations

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How much are you looking to spend? If money is no option, either a Schwinn or a an Keiser M3.

I prefer the M3 because when I pedal, it feels more like a real bike.

If you have a bike already, I would recommend the 1-UP USA trainer (http://www.1upusa.com/). I have been using it for years. The only repair needed in over 7 years was a new skewer which I think cost me $5 online. I also use Spinervals DVD's to help me train. Coach Troy Jacobson recommends the Kinetic trainer. I haven't had any experience with it though, but it looks nice. I just don't trust fluid trainers as the most reliable over time. (http://www.coachtroy.com/products/item117.cfm).

You will find that you can burn a ton of calories working out on the trainer. I like variety so I go to Spinning class at my gym and I also do some trail running. Once I get my weight down another five pounds, I'll probably work in more strength training. Although, the simulated hill climbing on the bike trainer does a great job of toning and strengthening the leg muscles.

I bought a riser when I got the trainer, so it is level when I am riding. The riser has multiple slots for the front tire, so if I want to feel like I'm on an incline, I can make that adjustment. I do dread taking the bike out of the trainer when I want to ride outdoors, but it really isn't that difficult and time consuming. I can usually get it in and out within 5 minutes or less. It is a time saver for me when I just want to get a good workout in after work, and especially in the winter time when I don't want to fight the snow to get to a gym. I do like riding outdoors, but I usually only have time to do that on the weekends, because it takes some time to get the bike on a rack and drive to a good place to ride. Also, if you look into the DVDs, make sure you check out the reviews on Amazon.com or roadbikereview.com first. Determine what level rider you are and lean toward the more highly reviewed or popular DVDs in your category.