Originally Posted by
djpfine
I searched about this and found some mixed results. I just bought my first road bike (Giant Defy 2

) but have nowhere to store/lean it in my tiny studio. Is it ok for me to turn the bike upside down so that it rests on it's seat and handlebars? Should I just invest in a compact stand?
You can, but for $23.00 you can buy a Saris Arch. I have something similar and it cost me $20.00. One of the best investment I made in cycling gear. I use it when ever I am not on the bike, which is more often than I should.
http://www.jensonusa.com/store/produ...d.aspx?sc=FRGL