How To Build Your Own Bike Work Stand in Just 30 Minutes

[@COB506]

I just built this today, works perfectly. I'm probably going to use a microfiber cloth around the seat post when mounting to the clamp but overall very good option for the money. Thank you!

[@singletracks]

Awesome!

[@tmolicios]

Listen to all the haters on here....at least hes trying to help, if you have a issue then put your video up to be judged

[@drbap1647]

I have a wood shop with all those pipe clamps. I'm going to try that out for my bike. Thanks for a cool idea.

[@scottrodcustoms1]

I did the same exact thing, except I bought a pair of wide mouth vise grips and welded two pieces of angle iron to the tips, so that when the vise grips are closed, the angle iron pieces formed a square. This way, it's a quick clamp to any post. Don't forget a shop rag or something to keep from scratching.

[@TheBiloneL]

Great idea. I just modified it a little and it works great. I mounted it to a wall instead of the ceiling and unscrew the pipe from the mounting bracket when I'm done. I can't believe how simple and effective this was. Plus now I have an 18" pipe clamp. Thanks for the inspiration.

[@septichank4489]

This is the way forward.....even better get two flanges one at shoulder height and one at stomach height. Now you have a stand to get the entire bike off the ground and one to have just one wheel off the ground. Save some money and buy two 1$ pony clamps from lowes instead of the pipe clamp does the exact same thing. Wrap pipe and clamps in duck tape to protect bike! Voila!

[@seanmcguirefilm]

Great idea!!! I used 1/2 inch pipe and a pipe clamp bar clamp i had lying around. $10 for a floor flange and piece of 6” pipe. Zip tied a thick piece of inner tube to the clamp to protect bike frames. Thanks!!! Works great under back deck

[@cameronyny]

thanks for the inspo, i’ll probably try to get some scrap wood from a pallet to make a standing stand, but use a pipe and pipe clamp to hold the seat tube!

[@dolittle6781]

Excellent! Best thing about it is that there aren’t any tripod or bipod legs to trip over! Still gripe about having to lift a pretty heavy bike up there and clamp it! How about creating a simple pulley system to hoist the bike up there? Really think the work stands out there in the market place don’t impress me because I just don’t want to lift my bike up and kinda hold it with one hand until the two wheeler is clamped in. Can do it but don’t want to as there’s really hardly anywhere to grab the bike in a way that feels balanced especially if loaded with panniers and other accessories. Came up with a hack that’s really a platform to put the bike on two feet high in front of the work stand. Still have to lift the bike but can place it on the platform right away and both hands are free to get the bike clamped in while my bike leans gently against my upper body. Might set up a ramp to roll the bike up to the right height for clamping. Forget the lifting nonsense.

[@VictorQuesada-bl1xk]

Honestly, this looks pretty great. Thanks for the inspiration! The pipe clamp for other projects will probably be worth it alone, and I imagine if you put a little pipe dope on the ends you'll get a slightly smoother installation and perhaps better stability. If you cut a v shaped notch in two pieces of wood and add some rubber (like an old inner tube cut up) you'll get twice as much contact area with less compression.

[@Jonas_Fox]

Doin the lord's work friend. Thank you.

[@PNW_Bison]

I made this yesterday, works like a charm. Love it, thanks!

[@christophersmith3005]

You sir, have a great name.

[@PNW_Bison]

@@christophersmith3005 haha, likewise!

[@jerrythomas6872]

Thank you for this video. It's perfect. Now if I only had a place to mount it. But you've got me thinking I can do a base instead.

[@mrdudemanmwane8963]

I made a freestanding bike stand out of the metal pipe a few months ago. I had a Home Depot gift card and couldn’t think of what to buy. I have been looking for a way to actually clamp the seat post since I bought it instead of just hanging it. The pipe clamp was a really good idea and I will definitely be using it. I think I might also try to add some pvc to the clamp so that it cups around the seat post like the real stands. Thanks so much

[@MikeJones-vb1me]

I’m definitely stealing ideas from this to build my own. Great design, probably the best on KZbin 👍

[@wfemp_4730]

Personally, I'd like something portable. Who wants to unscrew the vertical pipe when the stand isn't needed?

[@tobedetermined4180]

Great! I already have all the materials in my garage! Is costing me nothing. Thank you for sharing this great idea!!!

[@davidcarr5734]

Thanks for the idea. Just finished my own. Woot! Woot!

[@bobbythompson4268]

You went the right direction. I’ve seen a lot of negative reviews on the cheap Amazon ones.

[@supernoobsmith5718]

Solid idea, I'd make it more stable, but it's a good starting point. Pipes are more money than I would have thought.

[@funtivitycolton1930]

Right! I was surprised by how expensive the pipe was. If you're looking for even cheaper you could use PVC but that would not be stable compared to the metal pipe.

[@uhohspaghettios9966]

They are free at demolition sites.

[@PimptatoPCs]

@@uhohspaghettios9966 Probably bent and not the right length. Which would require straightening, cutting, and threading. Might get lucky though, I suppose it's worth a look if you're driving by a demo site.

[@luter82]

Thought the same, it doesn't look too stable. The main pipe is too long and there's a lot of deflection. Still is a fairly good Idea.

[@DigitalMentorGroup]

I have to agree! Excellent project for any DIY’r.

[@matthewnorris203]

I’m 30 seconds in your video and already: you’re taking us long to ride to pick up the parts and I love your music.

[@keithplumley2054]

Great idea, I've already got everything to build one, including the clamp. I'll mount mine on a workbench. Thanks for the idea.

[@nigelmarkham9828]

Just watched this, great idea, I am from the UK and have ordered the parts from Amazon and EBay. Thanks for sharing it....

[@midnightwolf7417]

I like the concept. I need to adapt it for ground use though. I do like it.

[@TerrifiedRat]

Great item very Portable and easy to clean.

[@jeffreyreicher5241]

Fantastic idea. I don’t have room for this in my garage, but I will mount it to a 4 x4 foot piece of wood as a base. Thanks for the idea and great video

[@VictorQuesada-bl1xk]

And if you don't have a 4'x4' scrap of wood lying around, you can make a base like it by cutting out a notch in two 2x4s and assembling them like Lincoln Logs. Any kind of Elmer's Glue (or other reputable wood glue) will hold them together if you make the fit tight enough, though adding a wooden shim with some glue and screwing the two pieces together would also work. I really need to make this thing now lol

[@reyesreef3714]

that is awesome, thanks for the idea and tutorial..

[@vt6spd]

Genius. Thank you! Cannot wait to head out to the Depot today and pickup what I need!

[@josephschindler2482]

Thanks for sharing I really like the simplicity. Maybe you can cut some sections of old tubes to put on the clamp to help grip and protect the seat tube when mounted.

[@singletracks]

Great idea!

[@waynerollack1026]

Cool, great idea and well taught!

[@VCaamano]

Great video, looking forward to working on it.

[@ryan92084]

Not a bad idea especially for those that already have/can use a pipe clamp in the future. However it is probably better suited for a lower ceiling basement than high garage ceiling. Good job warning about over clamping, those things can put out some serious force. Make sure to wrap some sort of tape/protection stickers around where the black pipe may contact your frame/seatpost since that coating tends to rub onto things. Additionally if you don't mind a top tube clamp you can skip the elbow and second pipe.

[@soethan.1349]

Great idea, I like it. 🔥❤

[@singletracks]

Thanks!

[@marvinschaefer3973]

You don’t need the 90 or the extra piece of pipe at all. Just attach the pipe clamp to the main piece and clamp to the top tube instead of the seat post. Cheaper and less wobbly.

[@singletracks]

Great tip, thanks!

[@magitingtv.7704]

Sending my full support Sir God bless you sir 🙏 from Philippines

[@norgermish1]

Probably a better bike stand for those who already have the pipe clamps at in the garage, I use them for glueing wood pieces, they paid for themselves a long time ago. Fair idea though!

[@alanjohnson4375]

I just built this in less than 2 hours, start to finish, going to HD and then home. I installed a board between rafters in the Garage and this thing is really solid and holds the bikes in many different positions. In sum, much sturdier than cheap floor mount or "legged" stands.

[@VOTE-jw6qy]

Great video in all respects. Thank you.

[@brianoleary9462]

Thanks for the video. Awesome idea!

[@xXxSweetLeafxXx]

Haha awesome thanks for this! I am working on my bikes and needed to make a work stand. This is so much easier than working with wood since I can't cut a straight board but can rebuild an engine.

[@EmOhbeats]

This is good. Specially if you have a pipe clamp in your garage. And if you ever need a clamp unscrew it and there you go. Awesome!

[@kridstax2248]

Wow great idea man genius!!

[@singletracks]

Glad you liked it!

[@timlist4173]

Verrry Interesting.... Good idea!

[@Pektus]

nice DIY hope to see more amazing diy vidoes like this.

[@cliveturner4980]

so easy nice job !!!!

[@Magicmike12345]

Nice idea. But the parts in Canada cost way more than what you paid. However I have an old piple clamp with all I need except the 12inch section and mounting plate 😊 thanks for sharing. New friend here. 👍👍👍

[@singletracks]

Inflation 😩

[@gerry427]

Love the ceiling mount concept !!! Not all of us have much available floor space in our garages. I will attempt this or a variation of this for my garage. Thx, Gerry from San Diego, CA

[@matthewjones7290]

Cool design

[@SamuelWattOnline]

Cool project!

[@dannyvisitacion8975]

I like that idea it is very cool

[@qbarnes1893]

Great idea, like All bike work stands, they are All unstable and All have their drawbacks, even the overrated blue ones. Personally I use a large coffee table for routine stuff, almost like a motorcycle workbench, with wooden clamps for extra security.....

[@sandorfarkas2100]

Shipping was outstanding!

[@v1d300]

Oh this is nice. For something like this to be at home, need to modify it to make sure there is a way to retract it back to the ceiling. A type of a hinge at the top or something. Or just get the amazon bike stand but need to disassemble it every time if using at home.

[@ryan92084]

depending on how high your ceiling is you can just unscrew the whole thing out of the base plate and store it where ever

[@keyd33]

Will build one asap! Could find the clamp here in Europe.

[@josephsinclair1560]

Thank you very much for this!

[@rubo1964]

Update. I built same vise but movable.I can take it anyplace outside my garage and inside.I did hit my head twice on vise handle sticking out while working on the bike.Something to be aware of otherwise its killer set up and I did add pipe insulation foam on inside the vise and lips for not scratching bike.

[@Dragon1165]

You have a written list of items used? Love the idea

[@akwolf1434]

Write them down as he shows you what he used ------ geez lazy ass people these days!!

[@spiderpickle3255]

I think what I might do is mount the vertical pipe against a wall stud pointed down with some sturdy pipe hangers so that I can just swing the horizontal pipe flat against the wall when not in use. 👍

[@singletracks]

Sounds like a great modification!

[@SlayerofFiction]

crazy I have done stacks of plumbing and I just cannot think of uses for pipe, other than plumbing :P With that said, based on how much taht wiggles it will not hold for long before it comes out of the wood. I think people can be creative enough to think of other ways. I would recommend actually doing a horizontal stand and putting the pipe itself into the wood or clamping it to a two by four if you can. Good luck. I have extra pipe so I will go ahead and build something like this, however I think most would be better off ordering one.

[@pmacc3557]

Great idea

[@timmcm6197]

I think I did it in 25 minutes. Thank you!

[@HeliKrip3]

I'm going to home depot/harbor freight 2 build this in my garage tomorrow thx ive been pullin my hair out looking for alternatives to that pricey stands they limit you 2 tyvm ./salute

[@HeliKrip3]

And you didnt use that type or any to clamp the frame gj respect 💯

[@ClaudeFrank]

this is great, thanks Singletracks

[@TimKaseyMythHealer]

I'm going to build one by modifying a video lighting tripod. Any type of speaker audio stand can be modified to be used as a bike stand. As long as the base is wide enough, and you can clamp things onto the side, you're half way done.

[@keithplumley2054]

I've got several different photography type tripods but I don't think any of them would support the weight of a bike. The type you're talking about must be much sturdier. Interesting idea though.

[@B_COOPER]

What did you use as the clamp side of things? I have a number of audio stands but I don’t know how I feel about a pipe vise/clamp

[@malcis55]

Nice work.... but can you show me how you unscrew bottom bracket in this stand? :)

[@kevinrickey3925]

Nice work! Thank you for sharing your insight and knowledge

[@jarrallhenderson3644]

Very cool!

[@williewillaims9069]

cool dude well done I like it !!!!

[@randynickels7363]

Thanks for the idea to get me thinking and thanks to all the commenters for ideas to make it even better:)

[@bobbyballbuster9603]

At home depot you can buy a 10' piece of pipe then have them cut and thread it to whatever lengths you want. Way cheaper than buying the premade pieces.

[@myvicariouslife4012]

i did not know that....am really wanting to make a repair stand

[@alexsp7086]

I just attach the climbing rope to the ceiling and then tie it around my bike seat :))

[@metrocaptain]

Not a bad idea for a quick and dirty bike lift!

[@alexsp7086]

metrocaptain I bite my own tongue I just went an bought a bike hand repair stand :)) it is much better.

[@alexsp7086]

@cartwork2013 right now i feel like punching my bike :))

[@akwolf1434]

I use a couple of ratchet straps from the garage ceiling and then to the seat and handle bars.

[@islandalchemy5420]

Good idea, thanks! However given my "clutzness" (accident prone/magnetic forehead), I'd probably either paint or wrap some reflective/bright colored tape around the low hanging pipe to (help) alleviate head/nose strikes while trans versing the space.

[@jeanghiena4489]

The purpose is to mount this system when you need it and then dismount it and store it when you are finished

[@edmaurus2511]

You could save some money by eliminating the long pipe and the elbow and just mount it to a wall. It would be sturdier this way too.

[@m3rdpwr]

Watching this a second time gave me an idea. I have a short retaining wall flower bed using 6*6 PT lumber in front of my garage. May miunt the base to that. Thanks for the idea! Like and sub.

[@JFRides]

Cool idea!

[@funtivitycolton1930]

Thanks!

[@whiskeybeardoutdoors6568]

To the point and honest.

[@koyot_mtb]

I got genuinely excited, but after watching and having in mind basic physics: - Not everyone is able to drill in their ceiling (I was expecting a STAND) - The whole thing wobbles a lot and would definitely be an annoyance when working on small bits - unnecessarily long horizontal pipe - gives too much leverage and can rip the base plate off the ceiling after couple of weeks - that clamp shape is a fine line between post slipping out and crushing it. Also it moves when trying to clamp it down, so that's an additional frustration - All that hassle when you can spend less on a ready made STAND with adjustable height, handlebar holder, rotating clamp which is more gentle to carbon. And you can move it out of the way in one second, unlike pipes fixed to your ceiling

[@rowerskeeprowing]

Some people may need a pipe cutter as well if their ceiling isn't as tall as yours. But the biggest problem is having a semi-permanent obstruction hanging down in your garage versus a bike stand you can get out when you need it or store it when you don't.

[@davao0506]

it would be ok too to make it like a stand with a wide wood base?what you think?

[@djo9277]

I have a 38 lb Ebike. And my wife's is 46 lbs. Would their be a weight issue?

[@williamjones9395]

It's okay in a pinch, but some commentary here. First, it would have been easier to screw the elbow onto the drop pipe then, the drop pipe onto the flange, then mount the flange to the floor joist. Then the horizontal pipe and finally the pipe clamp. Second, the whole set up is going to be REALLY shaky and springy while working on a bike. Lastly, it's low enough to bump your head on if you're not careful. Not a bad effort, but as made, a bit too shaky for me. Bracing it would help, but then you're back to H.Depot for more pipe and fittings. So when you add it all up, you'd probably be just as well off buying a bike stand. But again, good effort. Simple and good for occasional use.

[@robertmcfadyen9156]

Park Tool stand with motorised lift has a clamp with pivot that slips after a few months use , unfortunately . I got rid of mine after repairing it a few times . All work stands have their weaknesses .

[@lijona1949]

I bought a CXWXC bike repair stand ,it cheaper and worked really well.

[@noahrios5302]

Looks like there’s a lot of play in it. I think the screws at attach the flange to the wood are going to strip out after awhile.

[@getech]

Have a 62lb ebike. Do think your stand will have the capacity?

[@singletracks]

Probably! If you want to make sure, you can beef up the hardware. Definitely one of the advantages of DIY.

[@StravaigingMTB]

Hey up, fun build, what do you film your videos with?

[@funtivitycolton1930]

I have a few different cameras. Mainly Gopro's and Canon DSLR & mirrorless cameras.

[@StravaigingMTB]

What do you do for sound?

[@funtivitycolton1930]

Stravaiging MTB I use a Rode mic.

[@StravaigingMTB]

Cool, i use a Canon 750D (it will be called a Rebel whatever in the U.S.) a Gopro session and either a rode video pro or sennhieser lapel mics. Always interested in peoples setups.

[@robertmcfadyen9156]

The elbow / pipe may fracture or warp with a 30 kilogram electric bicycle in it though , especially if the weight is not evenly distributed .

[@MuftakisWorld]

wish you a great life buddy ^_^

[@joen3992]

Love the project. Question: Can this be mounted to a floor base? Some of us can't mount it to the apartment walls lol. Love this cause 239.99 for a Park Tools Bike Stand is bullshit!

[@Prophes0r]

Those Park stands are designed for shop use. Yes they are expensive. But if you are opening and closing it 50+ times a day you want it to last more than a week. You could get a "Bench Top" style clamp for about $50 on Amazon, and build a sturdy base out of a few framing 2x4s which are about $2 each. Plus the costs of screws. Even if you had to buy a cheap miter saw + box (about $10) to get nice clean 45 degree cuts, it would still be less than an $80 project.

[@troyy2307]

Instead of attaching to the ceiling you can just attach the long pipe to some sandwiched three quarter inch plywood as your base. Then it will be portable.

[@odvaldomartinsdemattosmatt6460]

Very good.

[@tokosablondhikaprint7220]

nice job good tks

[@SkittlesBoris]

Thanks. I'd end up walking into it hanging from the ceiling. The idea is good, but I'd have to add some legs to make it mobile.

[@brianmi40]

Hmm, had high hopes since i like to DIY, but for $50 when Ebay has stands ready to go for $35 w free shipping??? sure steel pipe may be sturdier,,, but reallly...

[@rubo1964]

ebay crap usually with plastic joints and they break

[@brianmi40]

@@rubo1964 could be but either with a piece of scrap plywood or $5 of aluminum I can reinforce it to be stronger than this design and still save time and money.

[@rubo1964]

@@brianmi40 Seems like you like winning arguments even if its illogical.Why waste 30 bucks on total flimsy garbage then resort modifying "reinforcing" when you can built one yourself sturdy strong from get go.I have already few I designed myself with pipe vise and 2x4 cost me less then 30 both.

[@smellymala3103]

……… you guys don’t steal from dumpsters? 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@stevebone88]

Yeah I get all that stuff from work for free. Lol!

[@DigitalCowboy000]

The only problem is that the clamp doesn't rotate 360-degrees. There are things that one needs to do that are easier done with a rotating head.

[@timshanemelton]

I like that shirt

[@kay19833]

They sell good one for just $40 online. And you get to enjoy a 2year warranty without having to run to the home depot. When you're on budget, you really need to be on budget, otherwise, driving down there to the hardware store costs for than the whole crap you're about putting together. Think folks.

[@justsayin3600]

FIXKIT sells one with a tool tray for around 50 bucks.

[@adamputu5448]

Please Make The Videos About Folding Bike Repair Stand

[@pje8244]

Can you send me information about thew fifty dollar stand you mentioned?

[@goedelite]

My concern would be only one point of support, at the pipe flange. The bike will rock on the support and eventually weaken the wood screws' grip on the flange at the ceiling's cross-beam. Even more of concern would be the need when applying a torque on the vertical pipe when making adjustments on the bike, such as tightening a wheel's axle nut or even adjusting a dereailleur's limit screw or mounting clamp. I would suggest two points of support, two vertical pipes mounted at the ceiling's cross-beam.

[@Destin65]

We apartment dwellers suddenly start sighing at 2:15 because we'd get evicted for mounting a permanent fixture in our ceiling like that. You should put a disclaimer on the video about this being a house mounted bicycle holder. A stand is called a stand because it stands freely on its own, i.e. doesn't need to be attached to an overhead beam, ceiling, roof, etc. Otherwise, the design is pretty neat, just would have to adapt it to a base-board of some kind to make it mobile for apartment dwellers.

[@jaredwyatt8133]

Just flip the design over and screw it to a wood foundation of your choosing.

[@ralphconradt1434]

great idea and I was going to build it and then could see myself walking right into, impaling my eye socket . : - (