I think it’s called the Michelangelo rack, there is a strap anchor on top, which I have not screwed to the wall. It is stable without, the strap would be to keep you from pulling it down onto yourself.
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I think the building is 1300 feet per floor, 1/2 is the bike shop on the first level and 1/2 is a car garage. Second floor is a mother-in-law apartment. Yes, it’s a luxury and I’m blessed to have this at age 61. Sacrificed many many years.
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good for you man. top 3 here i’d say
Getting ready to set up this basement space entirely for my training 
Any reccomendations is well appriciated. Great inspiration in this thread.
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Lasko blower - game changer!!! can’t recommend this enough
Rocker plate (DIY or purchased)
Art / motivation, including a place to hang your medals
Storage for your stuff (shoes, jerseys, nutrition, fuel, etc)
Mini fridge for post-workout goodies
Ceiling fan for overall air circulation
Floor mats for weights, high traffic areas
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speakers, dont forget the speakers. Including your neighbors in your workouts is a must
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If only Chad’s workout text was audio instead, preferably shouted by Jens Voigt.
Turn the amp up to 11 and have Jen’s shouting “shut up legs!!!” at 5:30 in the morning for the neighbors to hear.
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Cannot find this in the EU 
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Lasko type blowers are available in the UK from another company 
(I shipped mine to Belgium no problem)
See Vacmaster Cardio54®Headwind Fan & Remote Control for Turbo Trainer, Cycling, Running, HIIT - Only £99.99 – by Cleva and Vacmaster® Air Mover - Only £69.99 – by Cleva.
I got the 2nd one since the 1st one is new I guess. Remote would be handy but the air flow is massive 
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100% recommend the one with the remote… 3 different speeds, absolutely worth the slightly extra cost. When you factor in the non-remote version + the remote socket youll need anyway its a no brainer. Probably moves too much air for me in an uninsulated standalone garage in Scotland this time of year, but in the summer it makes a massive difference
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Cant find how to ship to EU ( Denmark) ? EDIT: found it
+1 for the remote controlled Vacmaster if you want a Lasko alternative, you can find it on Amazon.
However, I had to return it because it was too powerful for my needs since I train indoors mainly in winter and my pain cave is my attic, where it gets really cold just by leaving the windows open. Also I found the airflow to be too narrow.
Then, I was tempted to buy the Wahoo Headwind but in the end I bought a 30€ remote controlled floor fan and it works great for me, the airflow is broader and it’s powerful enough. Unfortunately I don’t think it’s available outside Italy, but I’ll leave it here if you want to check the specs and find something similar: Ventilatore con telecomando e timer - 40 cm
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Just personal preference but, I’d be tempted to turn your setup 90 degrees to the right. I’d kill for a window and some natural light in my garage. Yes, you’ve got your monitor to look at but having that window as well. I’d definitely be utilising that 
Gotta ask, How do you like the trainer in your pic (tacx flux)? I have the same one sitting in a box unused but I am currently using my cycleops fluid 2 trainer. I’m hesitant to make the change-and I don’t know why.
Is it a hassle to pair the unit with trainer road?
I actually bought it used from my brother, and have had absolutely no issues with it.
Very easy to pair, everything just works
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Well, after nearly 2 years in the making (full demo & remodel in this room), I am moved into my new training space.
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CHoP 2.0 (Chad’s House of Pain, version 2, as tagged by my riding partner )
3 Stations on the main wall.
- Mine on the left,
- My wife’s on the right
- “Guest” one in the middle. It’s currently open for strength training, but can get a trainer in minutes for my testing of rockers or a friend to come over (after COVID mess at least).
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Lights are on a remote with dimmer control. So I can start with full light, dim or kill them entirely, and pop them back when done.
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I have easy reach to the extended handles I placed on the fans, so they can be adjusted during the ride.
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The front side fan is ducted to the window so I can open the window, without flooding the whole room. I have to get a bit more ducting to add the one to the top fan. It allows great temp control through the entire season as needed.
Treadmill on the opposite wall, along with closet space and future location of a bench with shoe storage.
Edit to add the final corner.
It has a mini-fridge with various drinks, ride snacks on top (soon), and cleaning supplies handy as well. I also have my Total Gym on the wall when not in use. Just sits in the middle of the room for that work.
I have to hang closet & main doors yet to really finish the setup, but it is fully functional now. Sooo nice with all the space, tons of outlets and works so much better than my old space. After nearly 10 years training in a gradually growing setup, this is my dream room.
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Wow!
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I expected more fans?
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Any more info/close up pics of the extended handles you’ve added to the fan and the ducting to the fan/window?
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Yeah would love to see the window thing in more detail. I’ve had a really bodged venting setup for an AC that I’d like to revisit with something like what you have Chad
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