Bicycle Mechanics - Kickstand mounting help

I am trying to mount a kickstand to my touring bike. I would like to use the one with two legs like this.

http://harriscyclery.net/site/images/library/catalogs/soc/prodl/KI5000.jpg

The problem is my cable for the rear derailuer runs under the chainstay and it is in the way of where to mount (clamp) the kickstand. Any easy fixed to keep my cable routing and mount the kickstand?

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SOL I think.

If you REALLY want a kickstand (I absolutely positively don't), get one which hangs on the left dropout and chainstay.

I always lock my bike to something when I leave my bike, so I always lean it against that something. What purpose does the kickstand serve?

I have a 2-legged kickstand and it works fine on my Trek 520.

For the rear derailleur cable, simply run the cable under the mechanism of the kickstand. There is so little tension on that cable that it doesn't rub significantly on the kickstand -- for instance, no cable engravings on the kickstand. If you feel there is too much rubbing, you might install a different guide under the bottom bracket, so the cable moves a bit more to the right, or you could install a short section of cable housing near the critical point.

The front derailleur cable was the critical one. The best route I found was by going between the bottom bracket and the kickstand itself, and then to the rear of the top plate. The path looks strange and there definitely is some cable friction, but again, after 2 full years, there only seems to be a slight scratch and the cable hasn't worn down.

Regards,

Unless you have already bought it, you might consider the chainstay kickstand for another reason. If you just want to check or lube your chain, the chainstay stand will generally not get in the way of the pedal. Of course, it does not work as well if you have a serious load on your bike.

- Jeff

The SKS 2-legged kickstand does not interfere. Its leg base is a bit narrowish for perfect stability, but on the other hand, one can pedal forward and backwards while the bike is on its kickstand.

Also, one great use for loaded touring: you can remove the wheel to fix a flat and let the bike stand on its own.

BTW, the kickstands I hate the most are those mounted on the chainstay near the rear wheel. I find that the older bottom-braket-mounted single-leg chainstay is much more stable (or much less unstable) than that. Besides, its position plays havoc with many child trailers.

Regards,