I’m doing it… I’m getting a bike stand so I can work on my bike without having to balance it between whatever objects I can grab. I did a search here and couldn’t find much…
Seems like you can spend $70 or $400 on a stand… anything I should be looking for? What do you like or don’t like about yours and what do you use?
Thanks
I’ve had a Bontrager repair stand for 5 or 6 years. It doesn’t look like they sell it anymore, but it’s very similar to this one: https://www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/equipment/cycling-accessories/bike-tools-maintenance/park-tool-pcs-9-portable-home-repair-stand/p/04636/
It holds my bike while I clean/oil the chain, check shifting, make repairs, etc. so for me it does the job. I rarely clamp down the seatpost and just let it hang there (although the bontrager version has a little rubber attachment at the top that your seat rests on so you don’t have to clamp it).
To me it depends on your use. If you’re wanting to be able to wash it on the stand also, I like the version where you clamp the front fork and it holds under the BB. But that seems like a pain if you’re wanting to make a quick check/adjustment.
The first question is whether you want a clamp-type stand or a bottom bracket support type of stand. Each has trade-offs. I had a clamp stand, but it would not work well with my TT bike with super-wide tubes. I recently got one of these from Performance Bike (now at Nashbar). It is an incredible value and works well. I built two bikes with it.
https://www.bikenashbar.com/cycling/elite-race-repair-stand-el-rws12-base
(Minor caveat… this is not the more expensive aluminum version from Elite. It is heavier but equally functional.)
I bought a Feedback Sports stand a few months ago and really like it. Very stable on a not so level floor in my garage and the clamp release is one handed, nice for my heavier bikes.
DIY $20. It doesn’t swivel. Does the job for what I need.
Ok first of all I have to say that price had zero influence on my purchase as my time was exponentially more valuable than running my bike to my local shop. I should also add that I love my local shop (Wolfis in Dubai) and they have really helped me out over the years, taught me many things and continue to support me. I highly recommend them. I ended up going with the Park Tool PCS-10. I have a late model P3 and the stand clamps to the seat post. The thing I love about this stand is that I can swivel the bike literally in 360 degrees. Granted some positions are very unstable however if there are no children around it is not an issue. You can work on your bike in ANY position of the dial. Want to drip lube into your RD cable housing ( may not be recommended ) ? You can do it with this stand. Turn your bike completely upside down… not certain why you would need to except that you let the seat post plug clamp drop down into the frame… ( would t know anything about that… ) you can do it with this stand
My 2 cents…
I have this one. works fine for my basic needs.
One word- Feedback, great stands and company.
I had an elite workstand that clamped the fork and cradled the bottom bracket. It worked well, and was really stable, but it was also somewhat heavy and removing the front wheel was a pain just to use it…especially if you wanted to adjust the front brake or brake pads if swapping between aluminum and carbon pads.
I just got a feedback sports pro elite workstand. This is a clamp style. I believe the MSRP is $265, but I got if for $191 shipped during a sale. It’s super high quality, lightweight (I think 12 pounds) and easy to adjust for different heights, angles, and folding up for storage. I wanted the clamp style since it’s a lot easier to work on the front wheel as well as working on cable routing under the bottom bracket. I also didn’t want to invest in the thru axle adapter for my old stand as I figured it would be a paid when working on my MTB. The quick release on the pro elite stand is worth it IMO.
this is awesome… exactly the feedback I was looking for!
Thanks everyone,
The first question is whether you want a clamp-type stand or a bottom bracket support type of stand. Each has trade-offs. I had a clamp stand, but it would not work well with my TT bike with super-wide tubes. I recently got one of these from Performance Bike (now at Nashbar). It is an incredible value and works well. I built two bikes with it.
https://www.bikenashbar.com/…-stand-el-rws12-base
(Minor caveat… this is not the more expensive aluminum version from Elite. It is heavier but equally functional.)
I would second this stand. I have it and work on both my Road Bike and TT bike, plus I have worked on others Mountain Bikes. I am sure not the lightest, but it wouldn’t hurt endurance athletes to lift some weight now and then. Just kidding, it is not that heavy.
Got mine at Aldi, yes the grocery store for $30.
Actually it is pretty heavy duty, allows me to do everyhing I need to keep my bikes running smoothly and keep them clean.
I have this one from RAD and have been very happy. Holds both round tube and aero seat posts. Sticks a little when I unfold it, but for the price I can deal.
RAD Cycle Products Pro Bicycle Adjustable Repair Stand Holds up to 66 Pounds or 30 kg With Ease For Home or Shop Road Pro Stand
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0065PHDZE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_wKZ3AbBJWWPHY
i’ve got this one. works good
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KVZIA38/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
thanks for this… price is definitely good. Description on Amazon says it fits standard tubes from 1" to 1.5". Have you used yours with a tri bike? I have a P2 which has thicker tubes than that so wondering if that would work.
I am pretty sure you will be fine. I use it on standard round tubes and the aero seat post from my cannondale slice. I’m won’t have access to my bike or the stand for close to a week, otherwise I would measure it for you.
The first question is whether you want a clamp-type stand or a bottom bracket support type of stand. Each has trade-offs. I had a clamp stand, but it would not work well with my TT bike with super-wide tubes. I recently got one of these from Performance Bike (now at Nashbar). It is an incredible value and works well. I built two bikes with it.
https://www.bikenashbar.com/…-stand-el-rws12-base
(Minor caveat… this is not the more expensive aluminum version from Elite. It is heavier but equally functional.)
I would second this stand. I have it and work on both my Road Bike and TT bike, plus I have worked on others Mountain Bikes. I am sure not the lightest, but it wouldn’t hurt endurance athletes to lift some weight now and then. Just kidding, it is not that heavy.
emcmino, do either of your bikes have hidden rear brakes? If so, are you still able to work on them with a fork-mounted repair stand?
I have a Shiv that has hidden rear brake, and I am trying to remember if I could work on it on the stand. I am not sure, I might have just flipped the bike upside down on the ground. Sorry, not much help.
I have a Felt IA with a bottom bracket mounted brake. The stand is no problem. BB brakes are typically rearward and above the lowest point of the BB where the stand contacts.
That’s what I figured. Thanks very much for confirming. I’m considering picking up a Feedback Sports Sprint stand, as it seems like a well-built fork-mounted repair stand that should work for my purposes.