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Old 09-13-09 | 10:06 AM
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dwood
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From: Atascadero, California

Bikes: Specialized Hardrock Sport [1998], Dahon Speed P8 2007, 1994 Diamond Back Ascent and a couple of Schwinn Stingrays [one boys, one girls] from circa 1977.

I bought one of the Greenfield kickstands [I think they call it a stabilizer] that mounts on the stays back near the axle. It fit perfectly and works great. The way it is designed it is very stable and does not damage the finish.

I have read of problems with some people's heels hitting it, and others with disc brakes not being able to use it. My heel comes close . . . but is not a problem. Someone complained that their's broke when they tried sitting on the bike with the stand holding them up. Greenfield specifically states not to use it this way.

And finally, the only other complaints I have read about was it breaking during installation. Anyone with a modicum of mechanical finesse will not have a problem. It mounts with plastic sleeves for protecting the bike's finish. It doesn't have to be overtightened to be stable.
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