Frequently Asked Questions, Indoor Cycling Setup & Storage Questions

For successful training and racing on an indoor trainer setup, you need:

1. An indoor cycling trainer set up on a stable surface.

2. A floor mat or towel.

3. A fan to help keep you cool (and possibly a sweat towel).

4. Water and ride fuel.

5. A place to easily reach your ride fuel, phone, and/or TV remote, especially if you use an online cycling app like Zwift.

6. If you use a trainer wheel or direct-drive trainer, a place to safely store your wheel.

Foothill Products tackles #5 and #6 in that list: The Trainer Tray provides a secure and convenient place to hold gels, snacks, and small electronics. The Offset Hook lets you quickly and safely store wheels that aren’t in use.

For organizing cycling gear in a small apartments we find utilizing vertical storage and wall space is one of the best ways to be space efficient. Compact storage systems such as the Offset Hook and the Kit Hanger help maintain clear floor space and reduce visual clutter.

Yes. Some cycling accessories are manufactured using infinitely recyclable aluminum rather than plastic composites. When every possible Foothill designs precision, machined, formed and extruded aluminum products for cycling that are durable, repairable, and fully recyclable, reducing long-term material waste

Reducing distractions during indoor cycling requires stable device placement and minimal environmental clutter. A handlebar-mounted tray keeps your phone or remote secure and within reach without interrupting cadence or posture. Foothill’s Trainer Tray is designed to support focused trainer sessions.

A trainer tray is a handlebar-mounted platform that holds devices such as phones or remotes during indoor cycling sessions. It prevents items from sliding or falling while maintaining a clean training setup. Foothill’s precision aluminum trainer tray is designed for stability, durability, and minimal visual clutter.