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Old 05-11-17 | 05:16 PM
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Bob - you can't shove a cork down the CS on modern bikes (tig welded) - the vent holes in BB are only 4-5mm diameter. I can see how this may work on a lugged frame. I don't believe epoxy alone will adequately resist the compressive force of a hamfisted kickstand installer. I have successfully used wooden dowels and epoxy to reinforce an Easton CF mtb 5 deg handlebar for bar ends, which worked fine for many miles.

Surly makes a CS kickstand adapter for the Truckers (LHT/DT), although they officially still discourage KS usage.

I am of the opinion that KSs are 2lbs of nearly useless weight that do not ensure protective stance of bike. I've seen KS'd bikes blown over more than once. If you just lay the bike on it's side in an area where cars can't drive over it, then it can't fall over or be damaged from a fall - maybe you'll get a little mud on a pannier.

Finally, the old trick of using a cord/bungee/velcro strap over the DT and through the front wheel (with or without added brake lock via cord/inner tube/rubber band/etc compression of lever) will keep a bike leaning against any wall, tree or fence, as well as any KS, while saving $25-50 and 2 lbs.
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