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01-10-14, 12:13 PM
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parking a bike without a kickstand
So I've seen a lot of people say you don't need a kickstand. I'm not looking for a debate on kickstands.. I just have a few questions about specific situations I haven't come up with an answer for.
First, my handlebars always get in the way if I want to lean my bike up against a wall (flat bar bike). The front wheel flops sideways and the bike wants to fall over at that point. I've seen drop bar bikes where this works perfectly fine.
If I lay it down on the non-drive side, my mirror is on the ground and gets knocked out of adjustment. Just suck it up and re-adjust the mirror every time? It always seems that I forget to do this until I need to use it. I've become so accustomed to riding with a mirror that removing it isn't an option anymore.
First, my handlebars always get in the way if I want to lean my bike up against a wall (flat bar bike). The front wheel flops sideways and the bike wants to fall over at that point. I've seen drop bar bikes where this works perfectly fine.
If I lay it down on the non-drive side, my mirror is on the ground and gets knocked out of adjustment. Just suck it up and re-adjust the mirror every time? It always seems that I forget to do this until I need to use it. I've become so accustomed to riding with a mirror that removing it isn't an option anymore.
01-10-14, 12:15 PM
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You could lean it against a tree or sign to avoid the handlebar pushing the wheel.
01-10-14, 12:45 PM
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Re: leaning against a wall, you could try turning the wheel such that the tire and the bar are both against the wall. Be aware of any slope -- it might work better with the front or the rear up against the wall. Don't walk away until you're sure it's steady.
All that trouble is part of why I like my kickstand, BTW.
All that trouble is part of why I like my kickstand, BTW.
01-10-14, 01:02 PM
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thick rubber band from front wheel valve stem around the downtube and hooked over the valve stem again ,
is cheap & simple.
but in reality , What I use, is locking the bike to the bike rack . ...
is cheap & simple.
but in reality , What I use, is locking the bike to the bike rack . ...
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01-10-14, 05:02 PM
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You have a bike rack?!!
Plan B steel signposts.. set in the concrete..
01-10-14, 05:32 PM
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Turn the steering slightly and lean it at an angle. The bar,tire,and seat will all touch the wall.
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To the OP ... it's not that complicated.
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01-11-14, 07:40 AM
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If it worked that way for me, I wouldn't be asking the question. When I do what you have picturee, the front wheel flops and tries to roll away from the wall. I'm guessing locking the brakes as someone suggested might help the issue.
I'm wondering if the fact that I have panniers has anything to do with it. Granted, I also have longer handlebars than pictured.
I'm wondering if the fact that I have panniers has anything to do with it. Granted, I also have longer handlebars than pictured.
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If it worked that way for me, I wouldn't be asking the question. When I do what you have picturee, the front wheel flops and tries to roll away from the wall. I'm guessing locking the brakes as someone suggested might help the issue.
I'm wondering if the fact that I have panniers has anything to do with it. Granted, I also have longer handlebars than pictured.
I'm wondering if the fact that I have panniers has anything to do with it. Granted, I also have longer handlebars than pictured.
However, the fact you have panniers probably does have something to do with it. So lean the panniers against the wall ... and lean is the key word, you can't prop the bicycle with either the rear wheel or with the panniers if it is bolt upright.
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A curly cable and lock will help there, keeps the front wheel pointed forward and provide a little casual theft protection.
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01-11-14, 10:53 AM
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Keeping the front wheel from rolling always seemed like a good idea, and this is the best I have see yet - but I haven't done it because I'm afraid I'll get back on the bike, forgetting the rubber band.
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Do you have panniers on the front?
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Carry one of these with you. You could probably rig up some shoulder straps to carry it like a back pack.
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Get a Flickstand to stabilize your parked bike. https://www.velo-pages.com/main.php?g2_itemId=30919
I used one a long time ago.
I used one a long time ago.
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so long as your on flat ground you just lean the rear tire against the wall with the bike at about a 15 degree angle. it will stand/lean on its own, no need to turn the handlebars or rest them against the wall at all.
the rubber band around the brake lever is a good idea but Ive never need to do this.
the rubber band around the brake lever is a good idea but Ive never need to do this.
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Get a Flickstand to stabilize your parked bike. https://www.velo-pages.com/main.php?g2_itemId=30919
I used one a long time ago.
I used one a long time ago.
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Now that's something I hadn't considered.. interesting. Although flat ground is difficult to find around here.