I found this thread searching around for a kickstand or alternative that would work with my bike. I've wasted time and $ on three different types, none of which worked, including: three that clamped on one way or another the chainstay (they all rotated on the chainstay) and one removable made for QR axle, I had to enlarge the hole for the axle part for my thru axle - it wasn't stable and would tend to loosen the axle when the stand rotated. If I had been aware of the clickstand I would have purchased one and come out ahead. But I didn't and I'm tired of spending money for stuff that ends up on the shelf. I'm hoping to do the Mickelson trail and ride the Custer wildlife loop and up to Rushmore in a few weeks depending on weather and want an alternative to laying my bike on the ground. Looking around I found this, a collapsible cane that I bought a few years ago post arthroscopic knee surgery. It's been sitting in my car unused. Folds down to ~10" and will fit in a handlebar or frame bag. Seems pretty stable using a velcro strap on the front brake. Bonus I can use it hiking if my knee is sore.
Kickstand Alternative ( YES ! )
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PedalUma
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It is good for bad dogs too.
I think screwing this tool hook into tent poles or maybe into the top of an old treking pole might work also. I have several old treking poles and might give that a try. Comes in pack of two, if I don't like it I'll use it to hang shovel and rake, I want them for that anyway.
PedalUma
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Jeremy McCreary
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MacGyver would very much approve of this solution. Love it when something I already own turns out to be just the thing — especially when it turns out to have even more uses.
Sounds like you have some gorgeous riding ahead in the Black Hills.
If you run into bears, remember, they're big Fred Astaire fans. Give 'em a tap routine with that cane, and they'll forget all about messing you up. Carry a top hat if you can.
;^}
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6zfshdb
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A product that uses the same principle, the "Clickstand", has been around for a few years.
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It's a one trick pony though, and I like the cane idea better, since it serves a dual purpose.
The only problem with this concept is, it has no front to rear stability and is useless on a slope without locking a brake.
Click-Stand Max
The Max is made from 11.2mm aircraft grade 7000 series aluminum tubing, and comes in four, five or six segments. The Max is intended for tandems, loaded touring bikes, bikes with trailers, long wheel-base recumbents, and utility bikes. If you intend to use panniers, or load your bike, get a...
store86608257.company.site
It's a one trick pony though, and I like the cane idea better, since it serves a dual purpose.
The only problem with this concept is, it has no front to rear stability and is useless on a slope without locking a brake.
DaveMatthews
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Maybe a thick rubber band around a grip and appropriate brake lever?A product that uses the same principle, the "Clickstand", has been around for a few years.
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Click-Stand Max
The Max is made from 11.2mm aircraft grade 7000 series aluminum tubing, and comes in four, five or six segments. The Max is intended for tandems, loaded touring bikes, bikes with trailers, long wheel-base recumbents, and utility bikes. If you intend to use panniers, or load your bike, get a...
It's a one trick pony though, and I like the cane idea better, since it serves a dual purpose.
The only problem with this concept is, it has no front to rear stability and is useless on a slope without locking a brake.
I picked up a tool hook today and looked around the garage for bits to make a more compact stand than my folding cane or a trekking pole. Only three components (tool hook, aluminum rod, foot from trekking pole), four if you count the velcro strap. It wedges between the frame and tire, pretty stable and only tends to fall if the front wheel flops, velcro strap thru wheel and frame fixed that problem. $3.99 for pack of two tool hooks. The drilled aluminum rod, trekking pole foot and velcro strap were garage shelf detritus.
A pox on bike maker BH for disabling the Yamaha walk assist and not providing for a kick stand on an otherwise excellent bike now 7 years old and going strong.
A pox on bike maker BH for disabling the Yamaha walk assist and not providing for a kick stand on an otherwise excellent bike now 7 years old and going strong.
