The Upstanding Bicycle Company has created a lightweight and convenient way to park your bicycle with the 1.5-ounce Upstand. Made from carbon fiber, the Upstand attaches to your bike via a tab under your quick release that mates up to a magnetized rod that folds up for easy storage in your jersey pocket while you ride.


The Upstand a 2-piece carbon fiber tube with a 6061 T6 anodized aluminum insert, neodymium axial magnet, a "tent-pole" style shock cord, stainless steel and EPDM rubber foot. Models are currently available to fit 700c, 29", 27", 26", recumbent and 20" bicycles. It sells for $39 and you can get more information by clicking here.



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