| Friday, September 5, 2008 |
| Mountain Bike Kick Stand Use Spurs Heated Debate |
There are many arguments in regards to using a mountain bike kick stand and there is a fairly hard line between kickstand use on mountain bikes used on the street and for mountain bikes used on the trail. While there will probably never be any compromise on the subject, there are points for both sides of the argument.
With the rough terrain typically bouncing a mountain bike around, keeping the one bolt that holds a mountain bike kick stand in place, can easily become loose. If it should happen to slip into the down position while the rider is zipping down a hill and become lodged in the dirt or on a rock, the rider is going to put new meaning to the term extreme jumping. Others who rail against using a mountain bike kick stand do so simply for the image projected by the mountain bike.
Many of those in favor of the mountain bike kick stand claim they do not want their expensive piece of equipment lying on the ground during breaks, claiming that leaning it against a tree or other object raises the possibility of it slipping to the ground, causing potential damage. They also contend that when riding their bike on pavement, the mountain bike kick stand usually remains secure and they can take it off when they hit the mountain trails.
Personal Opinion Takes Stand On Position
For most riders a mountain bike kick stand is a matter of personal opinion some with a negotiator’s sense will tell others that if they want a kick stand on their bike, it is their choice but they would never have one of theirs. Others with a more forceful opinion express it by claiming those who ride mountain bikes on pavement are not true mountain bikers.
For those who see nothing wrong with using a mountain bike kick stand it is prudent to verify it is securely bolted to frame before heading off road. There are versions that are held securely by two bolts instead of the typical one, and lock washers and lock nuts can be utilized to reduce the chance of them coming loose during a wild ride. If riding the bike on pavement for leisure, the debate about using a mountain bike kick stand becomes a moot point about the level of danger they add.
Whether it leans against the wall or tree, uses a kick stand or laid on the ground when taking a rest, the important thing is the protection of the drive side of the bike. It it becomes damaged using a mountain bike kick stand will not matter when the rider is walking the bike back home. |
posted by Cimon @ 9:40 AM  |
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Do what the Hell you want to do!!
Even a dumb ass Liberal should have enough insight to realize there are many ways to secure bolts so that they will not loosen. There are also many ways to secure the arm so that it will not drop unexpectedly.
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By the way, screw your comments, unless you agree of course.
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Do what the Hell you want to do!!
Even a dumb ass Liberal should have enough insight to realize there are many ways to secure bolts so that they will not loosen. There are also many ways to secure the arm so that it will not drop unexpectedly.