Topeak
I bought this stand last year when they had a killer deal and waited until I had several uses prior to writing a review. It is a very stable stand that allows not just tune ups but also heavy duty repair such as bottom bracket maintenance. I build and restore vintage racing bikes and have found the flexability of this stand invaluable. It is very similar to the Feedback stand but a better value in my opinion. The small parts compartment is good but not really something that I use as I have my tools and small parts in a rolling cart that I use when I am wrenching. This is a seriously strong stand for anyone , whether a novice or home bike mechanic.
I purchased a small bag intending to use it as a tool bag I could leave on the bike. I have a Toppeak Beamrack and found that with the rack as low as I could position it there is still not room for the bag. I kept the bag because I expect to find a use for it in the future and it looks as if it will be durable but I can't comment on how it actually performs. This is not a problem with the bag, just a compatibility issue with two add on accessories. The Beamrack has a raised bar at the front which the various baskets and bags attach to that caused the interference. A flat rack would probably allow the bag to fit, but I like the quick on, quick off mount so that is what stays for now.
I bought this for my 26" MTB. Turns out that the description is incorrect and the one advertised is for a 29". I ended up giving it to a fellow rider and bought the M1 (elsewhere) for the 26" MTB.
The fender looks great on my bike after a couple of minor adjustments to the mounting hardware to get it even with the tire. It has a lot of coverage for a 2.5" tire and keeps the spray down pretty well. I also have the M2 for the back, great fender.
The mounting bracket and hardware is OK but not optimal. A couple of size options for the frame tube would be nice as I had to trim down the tube insert to get it to fit my bike. The bracket and fender attachment points are a bit wobbly (fixed with gaffer's tape). Also, The plastic bracket where the fender attaches WILL snap off if it is tweaked against a tree just right (also fixed with gaffer's tape).
