Need idea on bicycle stand

[Savinsam]

I'm still new at this stuff! I've restored my 26" balloon Higgins bike. What can I use to hold it upright for displaying, other than its kickstand? Homemade simple device or ready made one I can purchase. Thanks!

 

[fordmike65]

https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https://www.ebay.com/ulk/itm/401599463129

 

[Savinsam]

Okay, thanks. I didn't see that stand on Ebay. That should work for me.

 

[ada1986]

A beautiful bike.

 

[marching_out]

I'm curious as to why you want to use something other than the kick stand? Is it to keep the kickstand pristine? Just interested more than anything.

 

[Savinsam]

My original kickstand lets the bike lean more than I like. I'm afraid it will tip over with people around it, whereas a stand should will keep it upright and be more stable. We will see!

 

[vincev]

You could make a sturdy and cheap stand out of PVC pipe then spray paint it the same color aas your bike.

 

[marching_out]

Good point. I have some that do the same. The reason I ask is I made some kickstand "protectors" because I have a lot of moisture, especially in the winter, on my garage floor. After finishing a few bikes I didn't want the kickstands rusting. I've seen some people drill holes in golf balls or other methods to cover the stands. This obviously doesn't work to keep the bike vertical.

 

[kreika]

@sm2501 sells stands that will keep your bike off the ground. If he has some in stock.