Clamp-style stands hold the bike by the seatpost or frame tubes (although clamping the tubing can damage your frame, so we’d recommend the seatpost). As a rule of thumb two-legged work stands offer a little more stability under load, more room for pedal movement and usually a smaller footprint. So far so good the battery has lasted on my rides and really helps when the going gets difficult for me. But if that’s the case you need easy to use, quick release clamps to make that as speedy and painless as possible. Smaller stands that hold the rear wheel steady allow you to work on your bike in many different spaces, and are easily transportable.

But if you own a heavy e-bike, cruiser or fat tire bike, you may find that the YC-100BH is just not strong enough to hold it up securely. International products have separate terms, are sold from abroad and may differ from local products, including fit, age ratings, and language of product, labeling or instructions. I have had two previous cheaper stands and to be honest they hold the bike but if you want the bike level it just drops the front wheel.

Popular bike repair stands from leading cycle brands such as LifeLine and Park Tool help cycling enthusiasts take greater care of their bike at home.

The oversized motor control buttons are conveniently built into the front of the carriage assembly, which also features an integrated tool tray and powered USB ports to charge components or bike computers. However, if you don’t need portability and you’ve got an appropriate space, don’t dismiss a workbench or wall mounted bike clamp. The Silca Hirobel represents an alternative mounting option and is especially useful for carbon frames.Spending more will give you a better-quality stand that can handle more advanced repairs and will have more features. Yet having been a home mechanic for much of my life I can see just one or two improvements I’d love to see elevate this product to full marks and primarily it’s what’s missing that sees the stand just shy of a top marks product in my eyes.