Bicycle stand Black Friday: reduced prices

Fixing your frame first

• Rear plate: on many city bikes, a drilled plate is found between the chainstays, just behind the bottom bracket. Measure the distance between its holes: the same kickstand often comes in 18 mm and 40 mm, like the Ursus Wave.
• Chainstays and seatstays: without a plate, a clamp kickstand tightens around the chainstay and the rear seatstay on the left side.
• Bottom bracket: some models pinch around the bottom bracket, between the two chainstays.
• Adapter: some frames require a model-specific adapter plate, sold separately; the name of the frame will be in the title.

Wheel size matters too: a kickstand rated 24-28 adjusts for these diameters, a 20-inch version is aimed at kids' bikes and small wheels.

Side or double, and how to read a discount

A side stand is enough for a lightweight, lightly loaded bike. For an electric bike, a cargo bike, or to install a child in a seat, a central or double kickstand keeps the bike upright on both wheels. Before comparing two crossed-out prices, read the title to the end: “x20” or “x5” indicates a lot intended for workshops, which shouldn't be compared to a single sold part, and “OEM” refers to first-fit presentation. A discount is also judged by identical spacing and wheel size, as the Wave at 18 mm and the one at 40 mm are two distinct references. Details on mounts and loads can be found on the bike kickstand page, open all year round.

Kickstand brands

Ursus, an Italian manufacturer, offers multiple variants of the same model: the Wave in two spacings, the Elegance in 20 inches or 24-26 inches, rated for 25 kg, the Kaiser up to 29 inches.

XLC handles non-standard mounts: adjustable small kickstand for kids' bikes, model pinching onto the bottom bracket, adapter dedicated to a specific frame.

Pletscher, a Swiss company, sells both its double Twin kickstand, 320 mm long, and a side stand with a plate that can be cut for wheels from 20 to 28 inches.

Kellys, a bike manufacturer, offers its Kick family, Kickstart, Kickback, Kickflip, and E-Kick for electric bikes, often in two versions, standard and OEM.

Other equipment on promotion

A kickstand is often installed at the same time as mudguards at Black Friday; for city riding, check out bells and mirrors, grouped with the rest in bike protections. Outside of promotions, look for discontinued models at clearance and recent references in new arrivals.

Frequently asked questions

How do I know if my bike has a kickstand plate?

Check under the frame, between the two chainstays, just behind the bottom bracket: a flat plate with one or two threaded holes indicates a rear mount. Measure the spacing between the holes before choosing.

Does a side kickstand support an electric bike?

Yes, if its advertised load exceeds the weight of the equipped bike, including battery and bags. Beyond that, or to load a child while stopped, a double kickstand remains more stable.

Can you fit a kickstand on a mountain bike or road bike?

These frames generally do not have a plate: you will need a clamp kickstand on the chainstays. On a carbon frame, consult the frame manufacturer's advice before tightening a clamp.

When are kickstands on promotion?

Around Black Friday, the Friday after Thanksgiving, which focuses the promotion. Vélo-Store does not limit it to that day: its Black Friday discounts on kickstands apply throughout November. For a single bike, choose a reference sold individually and not a workshop lot.

How do you adjust the length of a kickstand?

Loosen the adjustment screw, set the bike down, then adjust until it tilts slightly, wheels on the ground. Some kickstands can be cut to the desired length: measure twice before cutting.