The Best Spin Bike Accessories, According to Cycling Instructors

February 09, 2021 by NY Magazine's The Strategist

At-home workouts were already growing in popularity before the coronavirus pandemic — Peloton’s customer base first surpassed SoulCycle’s back in 2018 — but quarantine and lockdown orders have accelerated the trend. If you’re one of the many people to have bought a stationary bike in the last year (and there were certainly many, as it was nearly impossible to find one in stock this past spring and summer), you’ll likely need additional accessories to maximize your workout. To find out which cycling shoes, weights, and water bottles pair best with your new spin bike — whether it’s a high-tech Peloton or a more budget-friendly Schwinn — we asked seven cycling instructors and enthusiasts to share their favorites.