JonFern
Formerly: send jon ferns
I've been using a Bikehand 2-leg stand for a few years and it has been great. Picked it up on Amazon for <$100
Bicycle Repair Stand Worth It? Regrets? Appreciation?
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Karate Monkey
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My 'quick' stand is a pair of hooks ("bicycle lift") in the ceiling. It suffices for everything except specific services.
My 'normal' repair stand is a bottom-bracket Feedback. It is as sturdy mounting as possible, and makes fork services/dropper routing a breeze. Great for bicycles that have deep aero tubes, or are questionably heavy to hang from a dropper post. The fact that it can hold a bare frame with no issues is nice...and though it was initially awkward coming from traditional 'american'-style stands, I've come to appreciate being able to wrap bars without the front wheel swaying. For those who need to, it is excellent for installing forks/stems/handlebars on hidden-cable bikes. The only 'ding' against it is that you cannot adjust the holding angle of the stand without using velcro/toe straps, unlike other common type stand from Park, Unior, or Elite.
The wood stand up top is similar to an attachment that Minoura sells for work stands, as well as common 'bike repair' stations sold by Fixation, etc. It is unsuitable for anything other than gentle repairs like changing a flat, adjusting derailleurs/brakes, etc.
My 'normal' repair stand is a bottom-bracket Feedback. It is as sturdy mounting as possible, and makes fork services/dropper routing a breeze. Great for bicycles that have deep aero tubes, or are questionably heavy to hang from a dropper post. The fact that it can hold a bare frame with no issues is nice...and though it was initially awkward coming from traditional 'american'-style stands, I've come to appreciate being able to wrap bars without the front wheel swaying. For those who need to, it is excellent for installing forks/stems/handlebars on hidden-cable bikes. The only 'ding' against it is that you cannot adjust the holding angle of the stand without using velcro/toe straps, unlike other common type stand from Park, Unior, or Elite.
The wood stand up top is similar to an attachment that Minoura sells for work stands, as well as common 'bike repair' stations sold by Fixation, etc. It is unsuitable for anything other than gentle repairs like changing a flat, adjusting derailleurs/brakes, etc.
We’ve been stocking the feedback stands for years. It’s well worth the ask and they really last forever. That said it’s likely worth the $ for the better version with the pop-release clamp.
it’s worth mentioning that these should only be used to clap a post. A ham-fisted used can easily crush a carbon or alloy frame.
it’s worth mentioning that these should only be used to clap a post. A ham-fisted used can easily crush a carbon or alloy frame.
one piece crank
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I’m firmly in the “hang the bike” camp. Separate hanging hooks on the h-bar and seat, or a small piece of rope through the frame for droppers. I’ve done every service possible this way, for decades.
That said, I also have an older, discontinued Park foldable work stand, and it is a fantastic alternative. Easy to use, stable, super light and packs really small (think storage not transport), and can be set-up anywhere.
That said, I also have an older, discontinued Park foldable work stand, and it is a fantastic alternative. Easy to use, stable, super light and packs really small (think storage not transport), and can be set-up anywhere.
mfennell
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I've seen shops use the hanging method too but I'll never give up my Ultimate (now Feedback) stand. It's one of those purchases that make you vaguely annoyed that you didn't make it years before.
mfennell
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That style seems to be the choice for the pro peloton mechanics too.
i have the older version of this guy, the crank closed clamp is kinda eh, but it works and holds just fine.
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before they put the wing nuts on it and its solid, i did go out and buy the park tool wall mount rack with the cam clamp on it tho which is now bolted to the support column in my basement, much more betterer since it cant move
Park Tool PCS 9.3 Home Mechanic Bike Repair Stand | REI Co-op
Offering a stable way to hold nearly any bike off the ground for adjustments, cleaning and repair, the Park Tool PCS 9.3 Home Mechanic repair stand is a great way to upgrade your home or garage shop.
before they put the wing nuts on it and its solid, i did go out and buy the park tool wall mount rack with the cam clamp on it tho which is now bolted to the support column in my basement, much more betterer since it cant move
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Bikehand stand. Very light so somewhat portable if needed. Not nearly bike shop quality, but good enough and the clamp is very versatile. I wouldn't try to remove DUB cranks on this thing, but you probably shouldn't have a bike in a stand for that operation anyway. Good for everything else.
thegock
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Love the Park Tool old school with the rain bike clamped in:
Bought it used on eBay in 2005(?) Doe it's not bolted to the floor, ala LBS, it weighs about 68 lbs. with the steel base, so you won't knock it over if you bump into it. It replaced the "ropes from the basement rafter" system that I had used before.
Bought it used on eBay in 2005(?) Doe it's not bolted to the floor, ala LBS, it weighs about 68 lbs. with the steel base, so you won't knock it over if you bump into it. It replaced the "ropes from the basement rafter" system that I had used before.
onetracker
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Dude, don’t toke up in that area or you might set the whole place a-blaze 😀
skully
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Park tools camp here .....I have a prs-15 that I got a smoking Craig's list deal on ...and I love it ! It folds up , so it can be hung on the wall and out of the way when not in use ...when in use its super sturdy and adjustable. I love that I can adjust the height of the bike when it's in the stand ( my old stand couldn't do that ) .....great investment for sure
right, its driving me nuts just seeing the picture of that mess!
JerseyPete
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rick81721
Lothar
That looks like the one I have - all I know is it's red (and down in FL). But if even I can get good use out of one, it's worth it.
rick81721
Lothar
Hey when did you break into my garage?? My bike stand is in the background.
one piece crank
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I grew-up building BMX bikes by hanging them in the basement - old habits and techniques are tough to change. My old Park stand is something like the discontinued PRS-5, and will probably outlive me. If I had the need I'd check out Feedback (Ultimate)...
I've had this guy for about 5 years. Still going strong and mostly used with my 40lb boat anchor bike.
Amazon product
Amazon product