Mike D.
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Assuming one doesn't want to spend a fortune on something bespoke, is there one?
Maybe with a ratchet to raise the bike to eye level or the like...
Maybe with a ratchet to raise the bike to eye level or the like...
I can see why that model would not work but the PCS10 has a huge footprint. It was the most stable one I tried and I tried and returned 4 or 5 because they simply did not work, tripods included.I have a love-hate relationship with an old PCS4 Park workstand. It's rated to 45 kilos, but the weight must be centred. If not the legs fold and it tips over. So in general, pick one that is a tripod rather than two folding legs would be my advice.
Agreed. Wide legs are what is needed - that lock ideally. With mine, you can't have the front wheel in if you clamp a heavy bike by the seatpost. Tried some bits of wood to keep the legs 'spread', but it just tips. One day I'll get something else ?I can see why that model would not work but the PCS10 has a huge footprint. It was the most stable one I tried and I tried and returned 4 or 5 because they simply did not work, tripods included.
Al
Coincidently that was one of the ones I tried. It was simply not stable enough for my liking. It held the bike but I wouldn't have dared to leave it unattended. Still it sounds like it works for you and that's all that matters especially at that price.I purchased one from Lidl & it's served me well
I think it was around the £30.00 mark.
They need long legs that can spread wide
What is it they say "Buy cheap buy twice". Personally I don't see buying good quality as having money to burn especially when it comes to tools and my hobby. But each to their own.If you have money to burn, fill your boots on a Park, but the cheapie gets the job done.
I’ve got a PCs 10.2. The first time I used it was on a hot day. I had the bike on it, went for a few tools and heard a big crash! The bike and stand had Tippled over due to the clamp sliding down. I had it extremely tight too. Since the weather has changed I haven’t had a problem so in hot weather I will be double checking plus fitting slide clamp above it too! Shame but true.A good stand is your best mate. I had that was "e-bike" comparable but my bike with the whole stand fell over.
Now I have a parktool stand Wich is great.
PCS-10.2 Deluxe Home Mechanic Repair Stand
The PCS-10.2 holds bikes at a convenient working height, allowing easy access for adjustments, cleaning and repair. Folds easily for transport or storage.www.parktool.com
I agree. If I support my eBike (rail 9.7) with the dropper post I always leave the front wheel on the floor. I’m worried that if I attach the clamp to the upper bar I may crush or break that portion. There is currently no design that allows proper support for a carbon emtb. A two point support would distribute the weight better and allow you to raise both wheels off the floor. The current stands seem to work fine for the weight of an ebike but the clamping methods are a bit risky when it comes to carbon frames. I do not clamp the top bar of my carbon frame ebike while both wheels are off the floor. The current clamping method is not good enough.Personally I do not like the idea of hanging a 24kg bike by the dropper post!! Hanging the bike from the top tube is equally risky given that tube has limited strength in the direction of the forces applied to it. There really needs to be a dual support system invented for Emtbs!! Meanwhile I use a cheap Halfords stand....and use the seatpost/dropper post but only to raise the back wheel. I angle the clamp so that the front wheel rests on the ground.
That's just brilliant! Looks very professional. And nearly $3000 cheaper than the Park Tool one. Could be a great sideline venture for you, I'm always sore after a day of hefting my bike up and down in the workstandI built my own using a Park Tools clamp assy. Having a buggered shoulder, I struggled to lift bike into my old stand so built this with a 12v Boat Winch. All up cost @ $800.00 NZD
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That looks like a very hefty vice! ?If you want cheep, here's my $15 stand made from a 1.5" pipe clamp attached to a bench vice. Gets the rear wheel off the ground so I can lub the chain or do just about anything. If I want more hight I flip the vise. Got the idea online just modified some think the plans called for mounting from ceiling in different configuration
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Love the new stand totally..if you've never worked off a solid stand in the past, you owe it to try one.
My old stand made due.
This stand is super solid, and every bit exudes quality. I'm now confidence that my stand will hold the bike LOL, and last for some time.
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