Ask Levi: What’s Your Favorite Sub-$200 Repair Stand?

Today’s question is about choosing a bike repair stand that costs under $200….

Hi Levi, What’s your favorite sub $200 repair stand. I’m considering the Ultimate Pro Elite, Spin Doctors Pro G3, Park Tools PCS 10, and the Feedback Sports Pro Classic.

Thanks,
Repair Stan

Hi Stan,

I think the repair stands from Ultimate (which was purchased by Feedback Sports, so they’re the same stands with a new name) are awesome. I’d choose one of those in a heart beat.

They have a great tripod base that is stable on a variety of surfaces, as well as a very nice adjustable clamp. Plus they fold up for easy transport.

However, I found the Spin Doctor Pro G3 pretty cheap on sale since Performance Bike always discounts it then offers coupons, so I personally use one of those and it works very well. I’ve had no problems at all and highly recommend it if you’d like to save a little dough. (It is very similar to the Ultimate Pro repair stand, but usually cheaper.)

And as much as I like Park tools, I’ve never liked their repair stands. The PCS 10 looks better than the Park stands I’ve used in the past, but I still wouldn’t buy one. The other stands you’re looking at are so nice, there’s not really any need to consider other options.