[email protected] (Steve Shapiro) wrote in message
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> > > Looking for a decent home repair stand. The ULTIMATE Professional looks like a good buy at
> > > $179.99 via Colorado Cyclist. Would appreciate any recommendations. Thanks.
> >
> > Very nice stand; I use one frequently for ride support. You should be able to get the same price
> > at your local bike shop and avoid the shipping, by the way. Ultimate is now selling to local
> > shops for a price similar to what the mail-order folk get them for.
> >
> > --Mike-- Chain Reaction Bicycles
http://www.ChainReactionBicycles.com
>
> I've been using a Minoura stand, pro model for over a year. It's all aluminum, big diameter tubes
> that telescope and lock with QR levers. Unfolded, it has a large stable base. It is easy to fold
> and does not take much room when folded. The clamp works fine. It came with a small but handy,
> detachable tool table. I got it for $120. I am very happy with it.
>
> Steve
I have the Minoura consumer stand, the 300, for which I paid about $80. Same tool tray and clamp as
Steve's Minoura, but the stand isn't really height-adjustable.
The base is nice and stable, and it's easy to get at all parts of the bike. I was ready to spend
$150, but the deal looked too good to be true, and the stand has proved to be excellent. I spent the
remaining money on more tools!