I just purchased a Johnny G spinner. For the money, it's great. You also get great video with it.

I don't have time to go to the gym and I also have a makeshift home gym and just recently added the spinner. It's a great workout.

I discovered spinning before I discovered biking. If it wasn't for spinning, I would never have decided to get a road bike, which is only two weeks old, so I'm really a newbie.

I can't advise about trainers, as I don't have one, but a spinning bike will give you a fantastic workout and you can adjust the tension to your fitness level.

Whatever your decision, enjoy.

Trekkie