Seeker, the problem with a traditional side mounted kickstand is weight of the loaded bike. I used a 2 legged one for quite some time before switching to my version of the Click-stand which works much better. Their explanation is that the chainstays are much too thin to handle a sidemounted kickstand. I figure they built the bike so must have some idea as to what will and will not work. I underetand they have a special plate for mounting a kickstand. The Click-stand which I described is easy to deal with and can be used on any kind of touring bike (loaded/unloaded). The Bikebrake is an easy to use and convenient silicone band which just slips on your handlebar grip ready to engage your front brake. However, as you say you can also use just about anything to lock up the front wheel.