I have a kickstand on my commuter. It comes in handy, especially when transitioning. I swear somedays my bike just wants to fall over, though, and the kickstand really makes it act like it has a mind of its own. I can't decide whether or not the twang is more annoying than the fact that the LBS charged me for it. Seems to me that at least a basic bottle cage and kickstand should be included in the price.