Originally Posted by
elcruxio
They had a relevant point to make. Crank down on the chainstays and they will crumple.
But kickstands can be installed on many bike models (probably including the LHT) that don't damage the frame. How may other things can be done to damage a bike? You might as well say wheels should not be installed on cars because the lug nuts can be cross threaded and the bolts might break when you need to repair a flat tire.
They also at least used to prescribe to the philosophy that touring bikes don't need kickstands. I honestly can't see the point of kickstands myself.
Noted.
Extra weight for very little extra convenience and substantial added risk to one's bike/gear.
My personal choice is the opposite, but I can respect yours.