My first bike stand

[peter_liver]

I'm looking at getting a bike stand to help cleaning and for general maintenance and repairs. Would appreciate any advice .

 

[Bazzer]

Several styles to choose from; - flat legs, folding legs.
Aldi had some recently and up to last week my local store still had a couple left. Haven't noticed on the forum any particularly bad feedback about them, but I might have missed it.
I picked up one like this a while back. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BIKE-BICY...d=100011&rk=5&rkt=10&mehot=pp&sd=121115647768
It does what it is supposed to do. The biggest potential disadvantage compared to a folder is, assembling/disassembling; although the arm can be pushed to one side to make it less inconvenient. It doesn''t particulalrly bother me as it is in the garage and is used minimum weekly for cleaning my bike and I park my bike under it. But for others, depending upon your space requirements, the feet could be a problem.

 

[SpokeyDokey]

I have this:

http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/...gclid=CJ2XlsWaksYCFaISwwodb04AqA&gclsrc=aw.ds

Very robust, very stable and makes bike diy a doddle.

Currently £69.99 on Amazon.

 

[mrandmrspoves]

This is all you need. Robust, stable, very adjustable, folds up easily to a compact size, high enough to work on comfortably. This one has the quick release clamps too (easier than the screw down models)
The price is really good too.

 

[User33236]

I have this one here:- http://www.edinburghbicycle.com/pro...ct=browse/accessories/workstands-bike-storage

They put it in their sale quite often so worth keeping an eye on.

 

[Klassikbike]

Get what the Pro's have http://enduro-mtb.com/en/the-review-feedback-sports-pro-elite-repair-stand/
Light, easy to build up transport and store. I can hold any bike in any angle I want. + many more advantages.

If you wont use it much than a cheaper one like those posted above will be enough for you.

 

[jonny jeez]

I think that a bike stand...even a cheap one is one of the most beneficial bits of kit you can have in your workshop.

I have two, one bench mounted that is a bit low but allows me to sit on a stool and service the bike inside in the winter and a tall folder...that I use a whole lot more as it allows me to stand (in the sun) and fettle all day.

 

[peter_liver]

Many thanks for the advice ...cleaning and tinkering away.

 

[Smokin Joe]

This is all you need. Robust, stable, very adjustable, folds up easily to a compact size, high enough to work on comfortably. This one has the quick release clamps too (easier than the screw down models)
The price is really good too. View attachment 92069

I've got that one, great bit of kit and good value.