Best Value home workstand

I have the Aldi version of the Jetblack Workstand Pro (they’re identical aside from colour)

But it’s starting to get a bit old and rickety after 4 years so I’m looking at something new, I don’t think I want the same one again

I’m open to suggestions but the current choices are:

BikeHand YC-300BH Bicycle Repair Stand, YC-300BH - BIKE HAND

Feedback sports recreational work stand: Feedback Sports Recreational Work Stand 2.0 - Black - Pushys (sorry no official link, discontinued?)

I could probably stretch to the Feedback Sports ultralight: Ultralight Bike Repair Stand - Feedback Sports

I’ve used various OEM (re: imitation) versions of brand name stands like the BikeHand one, and can/will attest to the value of getting something from Park Tool, Feedback Sports, etc.

On that front, I’m currently using Feedback Sports’ Sprint Bike Repair Stand, as the prospect of clamping carbon seat tubes, seat posts, etc is more unnerving (to me, still) than the chore of doing/undoing wheels to mount a bike onto the stand.

Not sure if it’s a thing for you, but I’ve found that bolts, screws etc on Park Tool and Feedback Sports stuff to rust after awhile, but other than that, I’m quite confident in saying that you’ll be quite happy with that Feedback Sports option, since most of the parts are replaceable.

I’m actually using the clamp head of the Ultralight Repair Stand on its OEM version, since everything is an exact duplicate (and because the original imitation head literally fell apart in my hands).

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My Feedback ultralight is still going strong, 8 years and counting.

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Feedback Sports or Park Tool are both worth the spend. Good aftermarket support and proven function. A good workstand will last decades. Skip the cheaper stuff that can’t be repaired.

It’s been awhile since I last reviewed workstands at this price point, but that old article can still be found without the images: https://velo.outsideonline.com/road/road-gear/budget-repair-stands-review-feedback-sports-vs-park-tool-vs-x-tools/

For more on the design differences between Park Tool vs Feedback Sports clamps, see a more recent review of higher-end options: Review: Feedback Sports Pro Mechanic vs Park Tool PRS-26 repair stand

Not sure how Marketplace is in your area, but you can often find very good deals on used Park Tools and Feedback stands.

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Another vote for Feedback Sports….best stand available, IMO.

Remember the Member discount for Feedback Sports!

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Not for me unfortunately