BIKE WORKSHOP STANDS REVIEWS PORTABLE

Generally there aren’t any significant advantages to one or the other system both have their pros and cons. It’s as light and compact as it gets and yet sturdy, stable, comfortable and intuitive in all sorts of scenarios – for a reasonable price. The winner of this test can be proud of being a universal talent. That’s why Park Tool and Feedback Sports are included in our test with two products each – respectively one top model and another one that costs almost half as much. We wanted to understand whether more money necessarily means better performance and that’s why we set a test-field with a broad price range (€ 130 to € 440). Ideally all connections should be bolted together to allow for tightening and the individual parts should be replaceable if necessary.

There are some major differences between systems but still criteria such as the length of the legs, the angle and stiffness of the tubing and the connections are essential requirements for any type of stand. Nobody wants to hold up their bike for ten minutes while sorting out the clamp with the other hand.Įven the most practical and comfortable head-clamps would be totally useless in combination with a stand that isn’t stable on all surfaces. The head and its clamping system have to be intuitive, simple to use and only require the use of one hand.

The less space it takes when collapsed, the better – whether in the car, in your flat or basement.Įasy handling is one of the most important factors. The procedure has to be quick and straightforward and the folded stand should be as compact as possible once packed up. A mobile repair stand also needs to be robust in order to withstand intensive use and survive frequent assembly/disassembly. For example lightweight tubing, arms and legs are essential for easy transportation and trouble-free handling. Robustness is crucial but not the only important factor and there are lots of other aspects to consider.

BIKE WORKSHOP STANDS REVIEWS PORTABLE

In this test we focused mainly on portable models. It’s got to be stable, reliable and durable. What should you consider when choosing a repair-stand? We tested eight popular models in a price range between € 130 and € 440 and can tell you which one is the best choice for your mobile-workshop. Whether you want to take off your wheels and change tires, adjust the gears, lubricate a dried-up chain, replace worn-out brake pads or remove your fork and shock for an annual service, there are plenty of good reasons to own a bike repair-stand.

Bike workshop stands reviews