Bicycle Stand - 2 Part for use on the Road

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Many cyclists own bikes that lack a side stand, forcing them to find something to lean their bikes against or lay them on their side when stopping. A simple solution has been devised. The stand consists of two parts that securely clip together within seconds, rendering it an extremely practical and portable accessory for immediate use without requiring attachment to the bike via bolts. The user merely needs to push the stand up under the frame adjacent to the tyre and then lean the bike across against it as they lower the base of the stand onto the ground. Provided that the top arm has tension on the tyre, the stand will be stable and secure due to the prevention of tyre rotation while also applying pressure that increases resistance against the wheel's ability to turn. This stand has successfully been utilized on numerous mountain bikes with varied frame and wheel dimensions. Its designers have aimed for universality as most bikes share similar proportions in crucial areas applicable to its use, thereby minimizing potential limitations. Notably, road/racing bikes are an exception, featuring smaller tyres than mountain bikes, although the principle remains unchanged and is expected to work effectively. Success depends on identifying the ideal position where the stand can securely grasp the side of the tyre while locking into the frame tube. Although the stand might be slightly unstable when mounted incorrectly or without the top arm exerting pressure on the tyre, its reliability and balance surpass expectations as a quick and convenient solution. When properly positioned, it resists falls, albeit potentially knocking over due to increased fragility; however, unless subjected to moderate force, it should remain upright. Printing this product with a Replicator 2 typically requires elevated shell density and increased infill. Using a four-shell layer with an infill ratio of at least 30% is effective for achieving necessary stability to support the weight of the bike. Raft-based printing should be utilized instead of traditional supports as the parts were designed with the support's breaking away in mind, thus allowing seamless integration of parts into one compact assembly. Adjustments may need to be made regarding positioning and angle according to wheel width, tyre size, frame dimensions, and similar factors unique to each bike model.