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Bruce W.1
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What is the best kickstand for a touring bicycle?
On a recent tour my ESGE/Pletscher kickstand broke. One leg just
snapped off. Guess the aluminum was too soft. That and its mount was
forever loosening. I'm sure it's a good kickstand for most bikes but
apparently it can't handle a 100-pound fully-loaded touring bike.
I'd like to try a Japanese-style kickstand. You know the kind that
attaches to both of the rear wheel mounts and loops behind the rear tire
when in the "up" position, but I can't find one. Does anyone know a
dealer in the USA where these are sold?
Or does anyone have any other recommendations?
Thanks for your help.
On a recent tour my ESGE/Pletscher kickstand broke. One leg just
snapped off. Guess the aluminum was too soft. That and its mount was
forever loosening. I'm sure it's a good kickstand for most bikes but
apparently it can't handle a 100-pound fully-loaded touring bike.
I'd like to try a Japanese-style kickstand. You know the kind that
attaches to both of the rear wheel mounts and loops behind the rear tire
when in the "up" position, but I can't find one. Does anyone know a
dealer in the USA where these are sold?
Or does anyone have any other recommendations?
Thanks for your help.