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The 4 Best Bike Work Stands

We put bike work stands to the test from Park Tool, Topeak, Feedback Sports, and others to find the best options
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Best Bike Work Stand
A quality work stand is the perfect addition to any home work space.
Credit: Zach Wick
Saturday December 9, 2023

Are you in the market for the best new bike work stand? We researched over 25 models before purchasing 9 for side-by-side testing and comparison. If you're an avid rider or an aspiring or serious home mechanic, you already know that a quality repair stand is one of the best additions to your home or travel workspace. We tested each work stand for months in our home workshops and on the road to determine their strengths and weaknesses and, most importantly, how they compare to each other. Our first-hand testing brings you these recommendations to help you find the right model to suit your needs and budget.

For other useful bike tools, check out our reviews of handy multi-tools and the top-rated bike pumps and frame pumps. Need the best bike lock to deter bike thieves? What about a way to transport your bike(s) from home to the trailhead? Our reviews of the best bike racks and best tailgate pads can help. Our dedicated bike testers have tested hundreds of bikes and bike products over the years to help guide you to the best products on the market.

Editor's Note: Our bike work stand article was updated on December 9th, 2023 to include additional product offering recommendations as substitutes for our award-winning stands.

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Pros 100-pound weight limit, very stable, user-friendly clamp, secure angle adjustmentLightweight, stable, storage bag, digital scaleInexpensive, sturdy clamp arm, solid adjustmentsLightweight, best Park Tool model, good clamp designSturdy and stable, well-constructed, user-friendly clamping system
Cons Expensive, heavier weightPlastic parts, durability issues, knobs less user friendly than competitorsLong collapsed size, no height adjustmentExpensive, wide collapsed sizeHeavy, unwieldy when folded, no max-height markings
Bottom Line A beefed-up version of Feedback's award-winning stands ideal for use with heavy weight e-bikesIt's expensive, but this is a stable, quality work stand that comes with extras like a built-in digital scale and storage bagThis stand is inexpensive, simple and sturdy; a good option for the rider on a budgetIt's bested by the competition, but this is the best Park Tool work stand we've testedA well-built and sturdy workhorse for your home shop or garage
Rating Categories Feedback Sports Pro... Topeak PrepStand Pro Feedback Sports Rec... Park Tool Team Issue Park Tool PCS 10.2
Ease of Setup (20%)
9.0
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Stability (20%)
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Clamp (20%)
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Specs Feedback Sports Pro... Topeak PrepStand Pro Feedback Sports Rec... Park Tool Team Issue Park Tool PCS 10.2
Weight (lbs) 17 13.67 13.8 13 17
Load capacity (lbs) 100 55 60 100 80
Attachment Style Toptube/seatpost Toptube/seatpost Toptube/seatpost Toptube/seatpost Toptube/seatpost
Max Height 68" 72" 55" 60" 57"
Min Height 44" 48" 55" 47" 39"
Stored Dimensions 45" x 8" X 5" 48.5"x7" 55"x10"x4 47"x8" 39.5"x10.5x4"
Clamp Opening 2.6" claimed 0.75"-1.8" claimed .75" - 1.9" claimed 7/8"-3" claimed 1"-3"


Best Overall Bike Work Stand


Feedback Sports Pro Mechanic HD


90
OVERALL
SCORE
  • Ease of Setup 9.0
  • Stability 9.0
  • Clamp 10.0
  • Angle Adjustment 10.0
  • Height Adjustment 8.0
  • Portability 7.0
  • Everyday Maintenance 9.0
Load capacity: 100 lbs | Max height: 68 inches
REASONS TO BUY
Lightweight
User-friendly clamp design
Easy and quick setup/breakdown
Compact collapsed size
REASONS TO AVOID
Expensive

The Feedback Sports Pro Mechanic HD easily beat out the competition to take the top spot in our work stand test. This stand is incredibly easy to set up and break down, collapses small for storage and travel, and is relatively lightweight. The tripod base and extra-long legs create a wide footprint, giving it unparalleled stability. High-quality metal quick-release levers and collars ensure the tolerances stay tight and stability isn't sacrificed. A height range of 44"-68" gives the stand versatility for whatever wrenching tasks you undertake. The folding clamp arm locks into place with 360 degrees of rotational adjustment and a very user-friendly hand crank clamp design. The forged clamp is a standout feature on this stand, being much easier to use than other models we've tested.

While you'll pay a premium to own the Pro Mechanic HD, its durability and user-friendliness will not disappoint. Paying for the well-thought-out design and high-quality components is an investment against future frustration. If the price is more than you can stomach, check out other Feedback Sports models such as the Feedback Sports Sprint or the Feedback Sports Recreational. Both of these models possess similar stability characteristics with a much friendlier price tag. While they don't have the same level of features and adjustability, They are a great alternative for riders on a budget.

Read more: Feedback Sports Pro Mechanic HD review

The push button release makes this as easy as can be.
Credit: Joshua Hutchens

Best Bang For Your Buck


Bike Hand YC-100BH


70
OVERALL
SCORE
  • Ease of Setup 8.0
  • Stability 6.0
  • Clamp 6.0
  • Angle Adjustment 6.0
  • Height Adjustment 7.0
  • Portability 10.0
  • Everyday Maintenance 7.0
Load capacity: 55 lbs | Max height: 59 inches
REASONS TO BUY
Inexpensive
Lightweight
Small collapsed size
Tool tray included
REASONS TO AVOID
Lots of plastic parts
Not as tall as competitors
Less stable

The Bike Hand YC-100BH work stand costs less than half as much as most other models we tested and is a very impressive value. Our expectations were about as low as the price, but we were pleasantly surprised that the Bike Hand offers features and performance far exceeding its price tag. It's one of the lightest weight stands in our test selection and also collapses down the smallest for storage and travel. The simple and intuitively designed stand is quick and easy to set up and break down, and the clamp and angle adjustments are solid and user-friendly. The Bike Hand can't match the stability of its much more expensive competitors, but we found it adequate for most do-it-yourself tasks. The included removable tool tray is also a nice feature.

This stand isn't quite as stable as our top-rated competitors and has a smaller range of height adjustment. We also have concerns about the durability of the Bike Hand's many plastic parts, but we were generally impressed with its performance, especially for the price. If you're operating on a budget and need a work stand for home or travel, check out the Bike Hand YC-100BH. If the wallet allows, perhaps a more adjustable stand such as the Park Tool PCS 10.2 may be better suited for your needs. It provides a sturdy base to work from and offers a user-friendly clamp system ideal for the home workshop.

Read more: Bike Hand YC-100BH review

bike work stand - the clamp arm of the bike hand is fixed in position, centered...
The clamp arm of the Bike Hand is fixed in position, centered between its legs for balance and stability. It wasn't as stable as other stands in the test, but it never failed us, either.
Credit: Jeremy Benson

Best for Racers and Weight Conscious Riders


Topeak PrepStand Pro


79
OVERALL
SCORE
  • Ease of Setup 8.0
  • Stability 9.0
  • Clamp 6.0
  • Angle Adjustment 7.0
  • Height Adjustment 9.0
  • Portability 9.0
  • Everyday Maintenance 8.0
Load capacity: 55 lbs | Max height: 72 inches
REASONS TO BUY
Lightweight
Excellent stability
Digital scale
Comes with storage bag
Easy to setup/breakdown
REASONS TO AVOID
Plastic parts
Expensive
More knob turning

It's one of the most expensive models in our test selection, but it's also safe to say that the Topeak PrepStand Pro is the fanciest model we tested, with included features like a built-in digital scale and carrying/storage bag. With an extensive height adjustment range, it is incredibly quick and easy to set up and break down. The long tripod legs and rubber feet give this stand a large footprint and impressive stability. The durable aluminum quick-release hardware keeps things held securely in place during use. The unique air-cushioned height adjustment lowering is another feature we loved. It isn't the lightest or the smallest when fully collapsed, but the included storage/carrying bag made storing, moving, or traveling with the PrepStand Pro exceptionally user-friendly. The built-in digital scale is another feature that gram-counting racers will appreciate; we found ourselves weighing all of our bikes just for fun.

While we loved most things about the PrepStand Pro, it lost a little ground to the competition due to the additional knob turning required to make adjustments to the clamp and clamp arm. It also has a lower weight limit and quite a few plastic parts, including a ring of plastic teeth that control the angle adjustment, which we feel could cause some durability issues over time. That said, we feel this is a well-refined and quality work stand for the traveling racer or gram-counting rider. If you are looking for a lightweight bike stand on a tighter budget, take a look at the Eclypse Repair Stand. An inexpensive and easy-to-use stand that pairs well with exceptional portability.

Read more: Topeak PrepStand Pro review

bike work stand - the built-in digital scale on the prepstand pro is a great feature...
The built-in digital scale on the PrepStand Pro is a great feature, especially for the gram counting cyclists out there.
Credit: Jeremy Benson

Best Non-Clamping Stand


Topeak PrepStand X


74
OVERALL
SCORE
  • Ease of Setup 8.0
  • Stability 8.0
  • Clamp 5.0
  • Angle Adjustment 9.0
  • Height Adjustment 9.0
  • Portability 9.0
  • Everyday Maintenance 5.0
Load capacity: 37.9 lbs | Max height: 57 inches
REASONS TO BUY
No frame clamping required
Hugely adjustable
Compact
Lightweight
Quick setup
REASONS TO AVOID
Requires wheel removal
Expensive
Limited mounting length

The Topeak Prepstand X offers a viable alternative to traditional clamping stands in a lightweight, compact package. With height adjustment from 33 to 57 inches, 90 degrees of fore and aft angular adjustment, and the ability to spin 360 degrees freely, this stand has arguably more mechanical versatility than any of the clamping stands in the test. Topeak includes easily swappable quick-release adapters and the most common modern front axle standards. The aluminum frame is sturdy and stable despite its relatively low 37.9-pound weight limit, and the entire stand appears very durably constructed. Mechanics or riders who dread clamping their expensive frames but love the convenience of traditional stands will find that the Prepstand X strikes a balance between the two.

Like any axle/bottom bracket mounting stand, the Prepstand X loses some ground to clamping stands in the speed and convenience departments. Beyond taking the time to remove the front wheel, you'll also have to adjust the mounting length for every different bike you throw in the stand, and different kinds of bikes may require different axle adapters. The mounting length adjustment and axle adapter swap don't take much time with the Prepstand X's user-friendly design, but if you work on a variety of bikes, these swaps can get old quickly. In testing, we also learned that, in spite of its adjustability, the mounting beam would not accommodate super-long frames with slack head tube angles. Luckily, the high-end road frames that the Prepstand X caters to typically land on the shorter, steeper end of the geometry spectrum. If you're looking for a way to work on your bike without the fear of tube-crunching clamps, the Prepstand X is your best bet. If you find yourself working on different bikes and frame shapes take another look at our top choice Feedback Sports Pro Mechanic HD. This bike stand provides unparalleled adjustability ideal for those who need that extra versatility.

Read more: Topeak Prepstand X review

bike work stand - we tried out all kinds of bikes on the prepstand x.
We tried out all kinds of bikes on the Prepstand X.
Credit: Zach Wick

Compare Products

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Score Product Price
90
Feedback Sports Pro Mechanic HD
Best Overall Bike Work Stand
$495
Editors' Choice Award
79
Topeak PrepStand Pro
Best for Racers and Weight Conscious Riders
$430
Top Pick Award
77
Park Tool Team Issue
$430
74
Topeak PrepStand X
Best Non-Clamping Stand
$340
Top Pick Award
70
Bike Hand YC-100BH
Best Bang For Your Buck
$129
Best Buy Award
69
Eclypse Repair Stand
$150
69
Park Tool PCS 10.2
$280
65
Feedback Sports Sprint
$350
64
Feedback Sports Recreational
$180

bike work stand - working on your bike is cost-effective and can be a rewarding...
Working on your bike is cost-effective and can be a rewarding experience. Having a good bike work stand can make a huge difference.
Credit: Zach Wick

Why You Should Trust Us


To create a comprehensive review that is representative of the best bike work stands, we researched all of the top models on the market and chose nine of the best to test and compare side-by-side. Each stand was tested for an extended period using a variety of bikes and performing everything from routine maintenance tasks like lubing a chain or washing to more involved jobs like swapping out a drivetrain or dropper seat post. Read on for a detailed breakdown of our test results.

Our testing of bike work stands is divided into seven different metrics:
  • Ease of Setup (20% of overall score weighting)
  • Stability (20% weighting)
  • Clamp (20% weighting)
  • Angle Adjustment (10% weighting)
  • Height Adjustment (10% weighting)
  • Portability (10% weighting)
  • Everyday Maintenance (10% weighting)

Between them, authors Jeremy Benson and Zach Wick have been riding and wrenching on bikes for close to forty years. Benson has lived in the Lake Tahoe area for the past 19 years and is a year-round mountain athlete, backcountry skiing in the winter and mountain biking in the warmer months. In addition to testing all manner of mountain bike gear for reviews, Benson is a gravel and mountain bike racer with podium finishes in major endurance events. Wick has years of cycling industry experience working in product design and testing. He has been riding, racing, and tinkering with bikes for the last sixteen years and has experience in just about every cycling discipline you can think of. Riding as much as these two requires lots of routine maintenance and repairs, and both Benson and Wick have spent more than their fair share of time in their home workshops, learning what makes good equipment tick.

The Pro Mechanic HD features an incredibly stable tripod base.
The Pro Mechanic HD features an incredibly stable tripod base.
All of the stands we&#039;ve tested collapse for storage or transport...
All of the stands we've tested collapse for storage or transport. Some models are lighter weight and collapse smaller than others.
Easy to use and easy to store, the Pro Mechanic HD has been flawless.
Easy to use and easy to store, the Pro Mechanic HD has been flawless.

Analysis and Test Results


We tested each stand over the course of several months, mounting everything from carbon and aluminum mountain bikes, road, and gravel bikes, even e-bikes, BMX, and beach cruisers. We timed ourselves during setup, measured the height adjustment, clamp openings, and collapsed size, and took detailed notes on every aspect of each model. We knocked them around and put them through their paces, tossing them in the back of the truck and testing hard-wrenching efforts on each one. We used and abused them and compared them to each other to enable you to make a more informed purchase decision.


Value


With a broad range of retail prices, deciding just how much is reasonable to spend on a new bike work stand can be tricky. Our testing found that our highest-rated models were also some of the most expensive. That said, models like the Eclypse or the Bike Hand cost roughly three times less than the most expensive competition and still offer a relatively high level of performance.

What is a Bike Work Stand?


If you've ever tried to repair your bike at home without a bike work stand, you probably understand how hassle it can be with your bike flipped upside down or leaning against a tree or wall in your garage. Most tasks or repairs are much easier when your bike is supported securely in the upright position with the wheels off the ground. Whether you want to steer clear of the bike shop for minor repairs, you're already a skilled mechanic, or you want to keep up with everyday maintenance tasks like lubing your chain and cleaning your bike, a bike work stand is an excellent investment that will dramatically improve your experience and likely save you money in the long run.

bike work stand - we&#039;ve all done it, but working on your bike like this can be...
We've all done it, but working on your bike like this can be challenging and frustrating. A good work stand can dramatically improve your experience.
Credit: Jeremy Benson

Styles of Bike Work Stands


Bike work stands come in a couple of different styles. The seatpost/top tube clamp style stand is far more popular and the more common of the two. These types of stands have large curved jaws that clamp around the seatpost, seat tube, or top tube of your frame. They hold the bike suspended in the air so you can work on any part of it and also turn the pedals. Clamp-style models typically feature adjustments for height and clamp angle to suit your preferences or the repair at hand. Clamp-style stands are generally relatively simple and user-friendly and can accommodate virtually every type of bike and various sizes and shapes of tubing. Home mechanic work stands are typically portable and collapse down to a convenient small size for storage and travel.

Axle/bottom bracket-mount work stands are less common. These stands support bikes using either the front or rear axle with the bottom bracket resting on a cradle. Axle/bottom bracket stands require the removal of one of the bike's wheels and are generally more time-consuming to use than their clamping counterparts. That said, this type of stand holds your bike for repairs and maintenance without making contact with your frame and is preferred by many riders for high-end frames with unique tube shapes and thin tube walls that could be more easily damaged or difficult to hold in a clamp. These stands also allow the bike to spin 360 degrees, enabling you to work on the bike from all sides without having to take it off or put it back onto the stand, making a thorough hose-down especially convenient.

bike work stand - the prepstand x was one of two axle/bottom bracket mounting stands...
The Prepstand X was one of two axle/bottom bracket mounting stands in our test.
Credit: Zach Wick

Criteria for Evaluation


We scrutinized the design and functionality of each stand and rated them on the following criteria: Ease of Setup, Stability, Clamp, Angle Adjustment, Height Adjustment, Portability, and Everyday Maintenance.

Ease of Setup


The easier a bike work stand is to set up and break down, the more likely you will actually use it. All the models we tested are portable and collapse down to a smaller size for storage or travel. We tested each to see how long it took to set up and break back down. While it didn't affect the scores much, we also took any initial assembly into consideration. All the models we tested can be set up in just a handful of seconds, but a few stood out from the pack. The Feedback Sports Pro Mechanic HD and the budget-friendly Eclypse Repair Stand were the easiest and quickest unfold at around 15 seconds. After that, the Bike Hand, Topeak Prepstand Pro, and the Park Tool Team Issue all finished just a touch behind. Around 30 seconds was the max for the more difficult-to-set-up models like the Park Tool PCS 10.2 and the Feedback Sports Sprint.


Stability


Stable work stands are less likely to tip over and damage your precious bike or injure anyone in the process. We tested the stability of each model with the high-torque baseline test of removing the pedals. Not surprisingly. The most stable work stands have the largest footprint, and the long-legged Topeak Prepstand Pro proved to be the steadiest of the bunch. Some other factors may also affect the stability of a work stand, including the height of the clamp, the positioning of the bike, and the centering of the weight. In general, we found tripod-style legs to provide more stability, assuming you have the bike's weight distributed properly. The Feedback Sports Pro Mechanic HD and the Park Tool Team Issue are also quite stable.

bike work stand - a stable platform is a critical feature of a work stand. different...
A stable platform is a critical feature of a work stand. Different brands use different approaches to achieving stability.
Credit: Jeremy Benson

The more affordable models we tested generally tended to be the least stable. The Eclypse and the Bike Hand both got a little bit wobbly under heavy wrenching loads, and we learned to be careful when adjusting the height and angle not to knock the whole stand over. Despite taking a little more care, these stands handled routine maintenance and a wide range of bike styles without issue.


Clamp


The clamp is hands down one of the most important features of a work stand. The best clamps have curved, non-marking, grippy rubber-covered jaws that apply even pressure to a wide range of tube sizes. Our favorite clamps are easy to use and require less knob turning and fiddling to dial in the appropriate amount of pressure. All of the clamp style stands we tested have clamp jaws that range between 2 3/4" to 3 5/8" in length. The range of clamp opening sizes: the Topeak PrepStand Pro and Feedback Sports Recreational open up to around 2 inches, while the Bike Hand and Park Tool PCS-10.2 and Team Issue can accommodate tubes up to 3 inches in diameter. The Feedback Sports Pro Mechanic HD has our favorite clamp — a unique ratcheting closure with a push-button quick release.

bike work stand - our favorite clamp lives on the feedback sports pro mechanic hd
Our favorite clamp lives on the Feedback Sports Pro Mechanic HD
Credit: Joshua Hutchens

The Feedback Sports Sprint and Topeak Prepstand X both use an axle/bottom bracket mounting system and comparing them to the others in the test is like comparing apples to oranges. Of these two, we thought the Topeak's mounting system was a little bit more user-friendly despite the host of adapters for different axle types that we had to keep track of. The Sprint's mount can accommodate both front and rear axles, while the Prepstand X can only manage front axles. Both of these stands held bikes securely in place in testing but took considerably more time and effort to get a bike mounted than the clamping-style stands.


Angle Adjustment


An angle-adjustable stand is important for more advanced mechanical operations or to access hard-to-reach places for cleaning. All of the clamp style stands in our test feature a full 360 degrees of angle adjustment, but some are indexed. The Feedback Sports Pro Mechanic HD has a smoothly rotating, non-indexed angle adjustment, controlled by loosening or tightening a large three-pronged metal knob on the backside of the clamp arm. Angle adjustments on this stand can be performed quickly and easily with the bike in the stand. The Feedback Sports Recreational has a similar clamp arm to the two models mentioned above but uses a large plastic knob that is slightly harder to grasp and turn. The Park Tool PCS-10.2 and the Team Issue have a similar angle adjustment with a compression cone that holds the clamp arm in place. Both are easy to adjust but have a somewhat less user-friendly knob design.

bike work stand - the ability to adjust the angle of the clamp allows you to position...
The ability to adjust the angle of the clamp allows you to position the bike in the appropriate way for the task at hand.
Credit: Jeremy Benson

The Topeak PrepStand Pro and the Bike Hand YC-100BH also have easily adjustable clamp angles, but both employ a circular ring of plastic teeth that engage and disengage when the knob at the back of the clamp arm is loosened and tightened. While this system works well, the toothed nature of the adjustment requires a bit more attention and care as the plastic parts seem susceptible to wear or damage over time. The Eclypse Repair Stand's indexed angle adjustment can be set up to work with no adjustment needed to change the bike's angle. Simply grab the bike and rotate it in the stand, and the clamp will pop over to the next indexed position. We thought this was one of the best angle adjustments in the test, but, like the other indexed stands, we worry about the plastic parts wearing out over the long haul.


Height Adjustment


People come in different shapes and sizes, and having the ability to adjust the height of your bike work stand is an important feature. Adjusting the height of the clamp may also provide easier access to otherwise hard-to-reach spots or the current repair or maintenance task. Nine of the ten models we tested feature height adjustment. The range varies between the different models, but they all offer about 15 or more inches of adjustment. The ToPeak Prepstand X offers the largest adjustment range from 33"-57", while the Recreational offers none, with a fixed height of 55".

bike work stand - almost every stand we tested has a range of height adjustment that...
Almost every stand we tested has a range of height adjustment that is controlled by a quick release lever like the one pictured here on the Bike Hand YC-100BH.
Credit: Jeremy Benson

We were also big fans of the Topeak Prepstand Pro, for other reasons, including its all-metal hardware and an air-cushioned dampened feel when lowered. The Park Tool models have a slightly smaller adjustment range, although we found that they generally offered enough for any repair or adjustment we needed to make.


Portability


Every work stand in our test selection is portable and collapses down significantly for storage or transport. We measured each of the work stands in their collapsed size and put them side by side for a visual comparison. The weight and shape of a work stand is another factor. The lighter and more wieldy the stand, the easier it is to deal with. While all of the stands we tested proved to be quite portable, the Bike Hand YC-100BH is our most portable, with a weight of only 10.75 pounds and a collapsed size of 40 x 8 inches. Though it wasn't as lightweight or small as some of its competitors, we especially enjoyed the included storage/carrying bag that came with the Topeak PrepStand Pro.

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Four of the clamp style work stands we tested in their collapsed positions lined up side by side for visual comparison. From left to right: Topeak PrepStand Pro, Feedback Sports Classic (now discontinued), Park Tool PCS-10 (previously tested), Bike Hand YC-100BH
Credit: Jeremy Benson


Our two axle/bottom bracket mounting stands, the Prepstand X and Sprint, each folded up small enough to stow away in standard luggage for plane flights. We've even heard that the Sprint is small enough to qualify as carry on luggage for some airlines.

Everyday Maintenance


If you like to keep your bikes running smoothly and efficiently, you probably clean your drivetrain, lube your chain regularly, and wipe down your bike after almost every ride. This metric is based on the likelihood of using the stand for everyday maintenance. The easier and quicker it is to set up your bike stand and put your bike in it, the more likely you are to use it regularly. The Feedback Sports Pro Mechanic HD was the hands-down winner of this metric, with a quick and easy setup, unique user-friendly clamp design, and a sturdy and stable platform. All testers agreed that we'd be more inclined to do routine maintenance on a work stand if we owned this one.


On the other hand, the Feedback Sports Sprint and Prepstand X axle/bottom bracket mounting stands were the least conducive to everyday maintenance. The axle/bottom bracket mount style requires removing a wheel to mount your bike, an extra step that deters simple tasks like a pre-ride lube or a post-ride cleaning. Additionally, if you're frequently mounting different bikes or styles of bikes on these stands, you'll have to adjust the mounting locations and swap adapters each time. While these stands serve a purpose and have some definite upsides, we do not recommend them as encouragement for routine maintenance.

bike work stand - the clamp arm on the team issue has a blue piece attached to the top...
The clamp arm on the Team Issue has a blue piece attached to the top side which is intended for hanging your bike by the saddle for everyday maintenance tasks like lubing your chain.
Credit: Jeremy Benson

Conclusion


There are a lot of factors to consider when buying a bike work stand. From the ease of setup, height and angle adjustments, the clamp, stability, and portability, there is plenty to think about. Any of the work stands we've tested will undoubtedly serve you better than no stand at all, but some are clearly more impressive than others. We hope the information in this review helps you find the model that suits your needs and budget.

Jeremy Benson, Zach Wick, Joshua Hutchens