Most turbo trainers look similar on the face of it, with an A-frame normally made from steel.

As the frame supports the weight of both the rider and the bike, it needs to be strong and stable to ensure it can stand up to a high-intensity interval, so the heavier the unit and wider the stance of the frame, the better.

Most turbo frames will also fold up easily for storage but check how compact it is if space is at a premium at home, or if you want to throw it in the back of the car to warm up on before a race.

Almost all turbo trainers are static but the Kurt Kinetic Rock ‘n’ Roll incorporates lateral movement to offer an experience which is a little more comparable with road riding.

Wheel mount

Turbo trainers use a cam lever which clamps two cups around the rear wheel skewer, locking it into place with the tyre resting against the resistance unit.

All trainers should come with a skewer designed to replace your machine’s standard skewer when using the turbo and most turbos will accommodate a variety of wheel sizes.