Topeak Dual-Touch Stand Review

Colin Geis — Mon, 18 May 2009 15:06:47 +0000

Every rider, regardless of age or number of years riding, comes to a point in their lives when good just isn’t good enough. What I am referring to isn’t that “come to God moment” when you see the bike of your dreams (Maverick ML8) and compare it to what you are currently riding. No, what I am talking about is the need for bike storage. As bikes continue piling up in garages, or like me, in the family room of a townhome, there quickly arises a point where putting bikes in corners and/or against walls just isn’t good enough.

With the bike season upon us once again, and a new bike on the horizon, it was time for me to do my due diligence on bike storage.

My conditions were simple:

Hold at a minimum 2 bikes (regardless of frame type)
It could not take up much space
No holes in walls or ceilings

I checked out a number of bike racks, both online and in local shops. Most were hideous, or looked unstable; then I came across the Topeak® Dual-Touch™ bike stand. It is elegant, minimal footprint, and it was fully adjustable to accommodate different frames.

I head to my local bike shop, purchase the Topeak® bike stand, and head home. Excitedly, I rip open the box, and grab a 5mm Allen wrench from my saddle bag, I quickly assemble the hooks to the cross-bracket, and the bracket to the stand. 10 minutes and 8 bolts later I have my bike stand assembled. I get out the stud finder, locate a ceiling joist, extend the upper stanchion and lock it in place.

Being mildly impressed by the ease of setup, I grab two bikes and throw them on the stand. Perfect! Now I need to go buy one more Topeak® Dual-Touch bike stand and all of my bikes will be off the floor, obviously to make room for additional bikes…

Specifications:
Weight: 11 lbs
Weight Capacity: 40 lbs per hook | 160 lbs total
Max ceiling height: 126” | 10’5”

Author’s Rating:
Ease of Setup: 4/5 (Stud finder required)
Stability: 5/5
Looks: 5/5

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