Stands

Bicycle Stands are supplied with most cheap bikes, but are left off the dearer ones as "serious" riders don't use stands. (They add unnecessary weight and rattles). However, many riders use and enjoy their bike stands. They can be easily divided into Centrefit Stands - The traditional style stand which fits behind the bottom bracket (where the crank axle goes through the bike.) These are a universal fitting stand, with either an adjustable and extendable leg length, or by shortening with a hacksaw. More stable though are Rear Axle Fit Stands. These are made in different sizes to suit different wheel sizes. More convenient to fit are the Stay Fit Stands that are basically like the axle fit stands but fit to the frame just in front of and just above the rear axle, so they don't interfere with removing and replacing the wheel.

Giant Kicktand Stay Fit Adjustable
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48802
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Frame-fit stand with adjustable length leg to suit mountain bikes and hybrids.
Not compatible with disc brakes. Accommodates large diameter chain stays and seat stays. Attaches wth 2 bolts. Length adjustment with an 8mm spanner: loosen the nut on the back of the collar on the leg, slide the inner leg to where you want it, and lock it in place by tightening the screw again. Weight: 450g.

Hebie Bipod Bicycle Stand 690
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00341
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A two legged German made touring stand which mounts under the bottom bracket.

The Hebie Bipod Stand is very sturdy and light, and keeps your bike and gear upright. Maximum Capacity: 40kg. Width on ground: 234mm.

Specialising in high-end bicycle touring components, this German manufacturer makes some of the world's strongest racks and stands. Weight (including attachment bolt): 530g.

Kickstand 12"
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48812
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Suits 12" bikes. Axle fit.

Weight: 244g.

Kickstand 16"
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48804
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Suits 16" bikes. Axle fit.

Weight: 288g.

Kickstand Bottom Bracket Fit Silver
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48803
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Universal fit (cut to length) bottom bracket fit bicycle stand.
We work out where to cut them by fitting them to the bike, putting the bike up on the workbench with the stand down, and leaning the bike to the desired parking angle with the stand just off the edge of the bench - we draw a line across the stand in line with the bench - then remove stand from bike and cut. Weight: 269g.