Bicycle stand
A stand is essential for safely parking a bike during a break. Leaning it against something usually results in scratches, or – should the bike fall over – in damage to the frame and components. Developments in this area ensure that the current generation of stands no longer have any visual drawbacks either. The slim, discreet and unobtrusive designs and the use of aluminum as a material turn the formerly clunky stands into a thoroughly chic and elegant aid. It doesn't matter whether you need to park your bike for just five minutes to run an errand or you're on an extended weekend tour and need to stop for lunch: a stand always ensures stability, even with a load or a lot of luggage. It is important to know that it is basically impossible to mount a stand on two types of bikes. On a full-suspension bike, the rear wheel would bounce and prevent the stand from being attached. For carbon wheels, the use of aluminum or metal attachments is not recommended. Except for these two exceptions, the right stand is available for almost every bike!
Many options
Different bikes also need different stands. The length and load capacity, the material and the stand foot can vary. The type of attachment is also important and is usually dictated by the design. From universal side stands, to center-mounted stands, to adjustable rear stands, there are a variety of different models to choose from. Some custom-made products, such as those for the sporty Cube Hyde / Editor bikes or the Ghost Square series, are a useful addition to the wide range. Adapter plates also allow the use of a stand that is not actually suitable for holding the bike. Suitable parts can also be found for children's bikes. A stand is particularly useful for these bikes, as kids tend to just lean the bike when they are in a hurry. The latest manufacturing techniques in the casting of aluminum parts also ensure that the current stands are surprisingly light. With an average weight of approx. 350-400 grams, the helpers can carry a load of up to 25 kilograms.
Cube program
Cube offers a wide range of stands that, with the above exceptions, can be used with any type of bike. For mountain bikes, there is a sturdy aluminum stand in a discreet black color that can be used with bikes from 26 to 29 inches. Cube also offers a suitable stand for cross and trekking bikes with 28-inch tires. Both types are also available in a Pro version, which was specially developed for the higher loads of e-bikes. For all children's bikes from 16" to 24", Cube provides a useful addition with the kids' stand. This sturdy aluminum stand is easy to use and weighs only about 300 grams. The extremely versatile universal stand fits all formats from 24" to 29". The MHW Bike House offers the chic Hebie rear wheel stand including the Cube adapter plate. This is suitable for the SUV Hybrid Race, Hyde Race and Editor models, which would otherwise not allow a stand due to their design.
Ghost, Altran and Scott
For all non-Cube bikes, the manufacturers – in this case Scott and Ghost – offer their own suitable stands. Scott's Easy Adjust is probably the most versatile stand in the range. It fits all models from 26" to 29". The uncomplicated height adjustment and assembly make this accessory a successful universal solution. Ghost offers its customers a suitable stand for mountain bikes in sizes 26" to 29", as well as for trekking and cross bikes. For all bikes in the Square series that require a special mount, we offer the custom-made rear wheel stand 661 Fix 40. For bikes that require a center-mounted kickstand, we offer the proven Altran Velo. This aluminum kickstand, which weighs just 330 grams, fits all bikes from 24" to 28".