Mountain Biking - Ulimate workstand

What do you guys think of this stand??

http://www.supergo.com/images/items/workstands/Yello_Stand_Up.jpg

I've had my eye on it for awhile..It's either that one or the Pedros stand, which I can get for 128 or so through MTBmind. But I'd rather save some money.

You'll notice that I asked you guys instead of my roadie buddies, who know nothing about these matters. :D

Originally posted by fubar5
You'll notice that I asked you guys instead of my roadie buddies, who know nothing about these matters. :D

Really? I thought it was the other way around.

Originally posted by mountaindew
Really? I thought it was the other way around.

Nonononono..Roadies can only ride and shave..Start talking mechanical and they scatter as though something disgusting were in their presence.

Originally posted by fubar5
Nonononono..Roadies can only ride and shave..Start talking mechanical and they scatter as though something disgusting were in their presence.

Fubar is right us roadies scatter at the talk of mechanical things. Though the thought of shaving my legs does disturb me :rolleyes: Fubar is the one shown 128? and where did you find it I am getting ready to take a bike maintenance class at the local cc and I want to get a stand so I can rebuild my San Remo.

No, the one in this thread is like 79.99 at Supergo..a 38% savings.

Thats a good price for a stand the closest non sale price I have seen have been for the stands that connect to your front forks useless if you want to do any kind of brake maintenance.

Yeah, screw you guys for not helping me out. I'm just going to order it.

:D

It looks nice especialy for that price! I can't remember seeing that one at supergo last time I was their, so can't comment on what it is actualy like.

Yeah, the price is right, and Ultimate stands seem to have good reviews. So I went ahead and ordered it, plus a truing stand as well.

Now for my MBA subscription!!!

I like the pedro's one better. How much can you get one for?

$128 is below cost or right around cost.

I like the Pedros because of the tri-pod base. It'll be stable regardless of terrain. If you're on bumpy soil, ones like the Park that have to two horizontal legs will be wobbly unless the ground is flat!

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For 128 you can almost get the PArk pcs1. Would that not be better? :)

But either way I use a couple of hooks and rope. I can't afford a stand yet :)

Originally posted by a2psyklnut

I like the Pedros because of the tri-pod base. It'll be stable regardless of terrain. If you're on bumpy soil, ones like the Park that have to two horizontal legs will be wobbly unless the ground is flat!


I agree to an extent... even with the tripod based stands, you'll need fairly even ground. I haven't seen any stands with independtly adjustable legs which would be required to be totally stable on truly uneven ground. Ultimate also has tripod based stands (BRS-70 and BRS-80) but the BRS-80 is about twice the price of that yellow one (EBS-10). I also like the Pedros stand but it's up there in price with the BRS-80. That said, I've been looking (read: saving up) for a repair stand for a while now and I'll probably be choosing between the BRS-80 or the Pedros stand.

Nice looking stand. This is the stand I purchased. Its from Wrenchforce. It has a hefty price tag, but it is indestructable. I am not sure about the two models you are looking at, but if you are looking for something that will undoubtably withstand the sands of time, this is a good pick. :D

Well, I ordered the yellow one actually..If it sucks really bad I'll send it back or something. Right now I just need something besides the wooden monster I built a while back.

It looks a tad bit unstable to me, I'm just hoping it's not a marketing scam when they say its stable and reliable.

Hey Fubie i cant see the pic but if it's their base model i have it and it's fine. It does have a tendency to be a bit wobley when you really have to torque down on something but if you step on one of the legs it's fine.
i like mine and for the price i dont think it can be beat.
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I got the stuff on Wednesday...It's very coolio! The stand is pretty nice, I like it better than the Park consumer stand..The Truing stand isn't a TS-2, but it is nice also. I got one of my wheels so true and round, all the spokes sound the same(maybe just a titch different, but the best I've ever heard).

Fubar, I thought you were in a shop? If so, get the PRS-5, it is the best of the (portable) stands I have used. That stand looks ok, but I gotta see stuff in person to be sure.
Marketing scam? No manufacturer would ever fib about a product just to unload it.

I do work in a shop, but I'm moving soon and I didn't want to order stuff and not be able to work to pay it off. Plus I'v got some pedals, shades, and a cassette I'm paying for with time at the shop at the moment.

The Ultimate stand isn't to bad so far, not as stable a the shops stands..LOL, I guess because it doesn't have a huge slab of metal at the bottom.

Originally posted by fubar5

The Ultimate stand isn't to bad so far, not as stable a the shops stands..LOL, I guess because it doesn't have a huge slab of metal at the bottom.

Here's a suggestion:

[1] Get a huge slab of metal (or reasonably heavy wood might do too).

[2] Place the stand on the slab.

[3] Make a mark to either side at the end of each leg and one to either side of the junction where everything meets..

[4] Get out a drill with an appropriate bit (use 1/2" or larger) and drill holes at those marked points.

[5] Go and get some velcro straps that are commonly used to secure cabling and string them through the paired-holes.

[6] Now you can strap down your repair stand in a semi-permanant fashion.

I suppose you could also use zip-ties instead of velcro straps but you'd need to cut and re-apply new ties everytime you wanted to move or store the stand away.

Good idea khuon, I may try that!

Been using the stand alot lately, and I'm really love'n it. The truing stand works great too! All my wheels are round and true now.