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Can you put a kickstand on the righthand side?
Kickstands are always on the left, likely because gears occupy the righthand side. Has anyone had success with installing a kickstand on the right side?
After using my left-side pannier routinely ...
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Kickstands and mountain bikes
Why is it that many people often recommend against using kickstands on mountain bikes? Does it have something to do with offroad riding (perhaps something could get caught there?), or are kickstands a ...
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Kickstand compatible with 2011 TREK Utopia
Will a kickstand fit on a 2011 Trek Utopia? I'm told the standard that bolts in near the front gear won't fit and I read that the one that mounts near the rear axle won't work with disc brakes.
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How to prevent my bike from tipping over when using just one pannier?
I often carry gear in a pannier on my bike rack, as in the photo below (not my bike, but same pannier design. My actual bike frame is very different; I'll upload my own picture tomrrow):
I have two ...
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What should I use to lubricate my kickstand?
The kickstand that came with my bike is rusty and is difficult to adjust. What should I use for lubrication?
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What kinds of kickstands are good for touring?
I am using a sturdy 2nd-hand-bought diamond-framed Crescent Sport bike which I like to use for random touring.
I have seen a cyclocrosser using the kickstand to spin the pedals while cleaning and ...
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Kick-stand on a commuter bike?
If I get this commuter bike, should it have a kick-stand?
One LBS said "no": they explained that stands are difficult to attach, weigh a bit, don't stay on well, and/or scratch the frame.
I've never ...
