Dave Atkinson

Effective singlespeed conversion parts

Fast, comfortable, well-specced flat bar roadie

Super-comfortable carbon mile-eater

Adjustable stem that's not a boat anchor

Archetypal sporty town bike

Great value urban assault vehicle with very silly name

Smooth riding townie, but no speed demon

Comfy race-weight saddle at bargain price

Brilliantly-featured spin bike with built-in PowerTap, but spendy

Excellent leg warmers that'll earn their keep in your wardrobe

The chromoly units offer good performance and weight for the money

My employer has just launched a Cycle2Work scheme with Halfords. What do you think of the Carrera Subway 8?

Good value turbo trainer for the easily bored

A great choice for those seeking track pressures

How much?! Okay, it might be £450 dearer than a standard option but it's a very different beast.

Pretty light pedal for less than 40 quid

Well designed and quiet trainer

Budget option, but other units are better value

Not instantly lovable but highly recommended

Versatile outer layer that's good for all but wet weather riding

Serious piece of kit that should last a lifetime

Versatile and easy to use trainer

Could you suggest any books I might read in order to prepare to get back in the saddle?

Like the Blackburn Trakstand, this unit comes with a lifetime warranty. It certainly feels like it's built to last, and the design is well proven, using a fluid resistance unit and combined flywheel and cooling fan.