This track will have you conjuring up the New York City or London nightclub scene from the 1990s, when it topped the dance charts. It would be on my list of one of the top 20 best indoor cycling tracks of all time.Read more…
This versatile song can play many roles. I love to use it as a warm-up, but it also works well in the middle of your ride as a gentle climb, a slight headwind, or a moderate-energy flat road.Read more…
A hypnotic, rhythmic climb built for steady, focused work, ideal for building sustained muscular endurance. No dramatic lifts or choruses—just a pulsing drive that draws you in and holds you there. The same track was performed live in front of the pyramids of Gizeh for a millennium celebration, a moment where ancient history met futuristic sound in an unforgettable spectacle.Read more…
A brooding 1982 new wave hit that became one of the first staples of early MTV—and early Spinning classes. At 60 rpm, this nearly eight-minute track delivers a sustained, muscular climb with a hypnotic groove that makes it perfect for focused threshold work.Read more…
Four standing surges make this climb memorable…as do the lyrics (if you pay attention to them). Read more…
This popular electronic breakbeat song from 1997 is perfect for a climb that varies in steepness, using the beat drops to stand and push, easing up in between. Read more…
I discovered this track in 1997, and it quickly became a staple in my cycling classes. Its evolving energy is perfect for crafting a story, culminating in a powerful finale as your legs transition from 65 rpm to 80 rpm, driving you over the summit.Read more…
While this track’s repetitive nature might seem monotonous, that very quality can become a powerful asset when tackling a challenging climb. Outdoor cyclists are familiar with the relentless rhythm of a long, steady ascent, and this song captures that perfectly. It helps riders embrace the repetitiveness of climbing as a strategy for staying committed to the effort. Read more…