Originally Posted by onbike 1939
If anyone is considering the double kickstand Esge stand then be careful when you cut down the legs to fit the particular bb height. The angle of cut is VERY important as otherwise it affects stability. It is also a good idea to buy the rubber feet for the feet as this increases the ground contact area and makes them more stable. Protect the frame with rubber before fitting as the clamp will remove the paint. Try to make sure the ground is nearly level or carry a flat piece of plastic/wood. Now having said all that I think they are great, so handy they become addictive. Weight= 300grams. George.
Or another option is to not cut them at all. The extra length lifts one wheel off the ground (if standing on hard ground/pavement), which can be nice for some maintenance. When standing on softer ground they will "sink in", so a bit of extra care is needed to assure that they are stuck in securely. You do have to lift the rear up each time you put the stand up&down, which may seem a chore with a loaded rig-but hey we cycle tourists don't get enough upper body workouts anyways
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