Basically, there are two kinds of bicycle repair stands.
One, which you see in most well-equipped shops, is strong and stable. It allows for a great degree of adjustability of the bicycle's position. They are not, however, feasible for most home mechanics as they are heavy, immobile, impossible to store--and expensive. They also take up a lot of space.
The other kind, is smaller, lighter and less expensive. Not surprisingly, however, it's less stable and adjustable and not as strong.
The Altangle Hangar Connect aims to combine the best features of both types of racks.
Constructed of high-quality aluminum tubing anodized in orange or black, this new rack can be set up "in almost any standard doorframe," according to the manufacturer. The tubes have rubber feet to protect the finish of the doorframe, and the Hangar stays securely in place. The clamp offers 360-degree rotation with 12 lock-out points, which allows the bike to be angled into whatever position is most convenient for the task at hand. The clamp also adjusts to fit a wide variety of seat post diameters.
Best of all, the Hangar Connect folds to 4.5" x 4.5" x 19.5" and weighs only 7 pounds. So, I could store it in my closet with my cycling shoes and stiletto-heeled sandals (which I haven't worn in I don't-know-how-long). The only feature of a big repair stand the Hangar Connect doesn't capture is its strength: The HC is not recommended for bikes that weigh more than 50 pounds.
Its regular retail price will be $340, but Altangle--which also offers other bike tools and acessories--is offering it for $272. They promise: "We commit to a 30-day, no questions asked, return policy. Decide the Hangar isn't for you? No worries. Get a full refund.
