Abstract: A bicycle storage rack for allowing a user to conveniently store one's bicycle indoors. The bicycle storage rack includes a base member having a main elongate member connected to a pair of secondary elongate members, a first upright tubular member removeably disposed upon the main elongate member, a second upright tubular member adjustably mounted to the first upright tubular member, and further includes a bracket structure for suspending a bicycle above the base member. The bracket structure includes an upper bracket member having either a hook-like member fixedly attached to the second upright tubular member or an elongate member being fixedly attached to the second upright tubular member with handle bar support members fixedly attached at the ends of the elongate member.

Abstract: A portable in-line scooter parking stand that can hold a single scooter in an upright parked position. The stand is a rigid base made of aluminum or plastic, which includes a centrally located tapered slot, sized to fit and grip an inserted scooter wheel. Deep longitudinal grooves in the sides of the tapered slot, dig into the rubber sides of an inserted front scooter wheel and hold the scooter firmly upright. Four rubber feet attached to the bottom of the base prevent slippage or sliding. The stand is lightweight, inexpensive, and will hold all in-line scooters with standard 100 mm wheels.

Abstract: A shopping cart storage station for installation in a parking lot or other large area has an end frame and a first elongate side wall assembly connected to the end structure's first side leg, and a second elongate side wall assembly connected to the end structure's second side leg. A plastic bumper panel is mounted on each of the first and second side wall metal frames for minimizing damage caused by impact with a moving object. Upwardly projecting frames are located at the front of the station, coplanar with each bumper. The upwardly projecting frames bear signs at the top, and are joined by an overhead front cross bar.

Abstract: An embodiment of the system of this invention comprises a U shaped base member having a pair of front wheel receptacles each in turn comprising a pair of uprights. Two such U shaped members may be interconnected in opposite orientation to form a rectangle such that four bikes can be staggered. A foot pad is included for easy ingress and egress. Support brackets are included to increase the strength and the durability of the versatile bicycle stand. Holes are provided in the base member to snugly receive uprights.

Abstract: A rack for supporting a motorcycle at a convenient height by a support under each wheel so that the space between the wheels and under the seat are accessible for servicing/repairing otherwise hard to reach parts. The rack section under the front wheel includes a platform horizontally supported on legs. The support surface has a pair of walls, formed in one embodiment by a pair of angle brackets adjustably spaced from one another and a stop wall, perpendicular to the angle brackets and positioned to prevent the motor cycle from rolling off the rack. Tie down straps fasten the motorcycle to the rack for further stabilization.

Abstract: A rack for supporting athletic equipment and more particularly a rack for supporting a plurality of bicycles in a vertically suspended manner. The rack comprises a polygonal shaped base which has a diagonal dimension of greater length than the dimension of the sides of the base. A polygonal shaped standard is mounted onto the base with at least two of the planar sides being oriented perpendicular to the diagonal dimension of the base. Connected to the upper end of the standard is a crossbar with this crossbar extending in a direction substantially parallel to the diagonal dimension. The crossbar is to be inserted through the spoked gap are of a front wheel of a bicycle with the bicycle then being supported on the crossbar in a suspending manner. The base is to be mounted onto a wheel assembly facilitating low frictional movement of the rack on a supporting surface.

Abstract: A bicycle locking rack for suspending a plurality of bicycles above the ground to save space and prevent theft. The bicycle locking rack includes an elongated pole having a lower end secured within a ground surface. A plurality of pulley systems are disposed within the elongated pole. Each of the pulley systems include an upper pulley and a lower pulley. The upper pulley and the lower pulley have a cable extending therearound. A plurality of bicycle braces are secured to the cables of the plurality of pulley systems. The bicycle braces support bicycles in a vertical orientation. A coin operated control panel is secured to the elongated pole. A motor is disposed in the elongated pole. The motor is in communication with the plurality of pulley systems for selectively raising or lowering the bicycle braces with respect to the ground surface.

Abstract: A knockdown bike rack assembly is formed of both metal and plastic. The bike rack assembly is readily and easily assembled and disassembled. The bike rack is maintenance free and requires no paint or other upkeep. The assembly of the present invention can be used in many applications both indoor and out. The bike rack assembly can readily be assembled anywhere. The assembly can also readily be disassembled to form a different bike rack structure configuration or to add more rails to the structure. Further, the bike rack assembly can be readily disassembled to change the plastic for the purpose of changing colors of the rail or adding/subtracting signage provided on the structure.

Abstract: A device and method of supporting a bicycle load in a workstand, wherein the workstand can be supported on only two members which establish three individual points of support. The workstand can utilize at least one rotatable leg to collapse the workstand into a portable and manageable configuration that facilitates transporting and storage. The load support member to which the bicycle is either directly or indirectly coupled can be coupled to the support base off-center from the geometric center of the support base to provide a more stable configuration for the stand as well as to establish the member out of the way of the bicycle which must be supported. In addition, a space saving footprint established by the support base allows the workstand to be positioned against walls and in corners.

Abstract: The bicycle rack mounts equipment to the back end of a vehicle. The rack has a base and at least one receiver mounted on the base. The receiver has upright walls extending upright from the base to a top spaced from the base. The upright walls forming a receiving space. One upright wall has a channel extending from the top of the upright wall. The channel has spaced-apart side edges. The receiving space receives a bicycle crank arm. A platform extends outward from an upright wall. The crank hub of a bicycle rest on the platform when the crank arm is in the receiver. A slot, which accepts the axle of the bicycle crank extend through the upright wall toward the platform. A securing member is positioned in the channel. It has a pair of flanges that extend beyond the side edges of the channel. A crank clamp on the securing member moves into and out of the receiving space for pushing against bicycle crank arm in the receiving space to secure the crank arm.

Abstract: The present invention provides a cart corral assembly of the type employed by stores, such as grocery stores, to encourage the consumer to temporarily store grocery carts in the parking lot before bringing the cart within the store structure. The cart corral includes a first set of two spaced apart vertical rails in a base support extended between these rails. The base support supports the vertical rails in an upright position. At least two spaced apart horizontal rails are provided and are removably engaged with the vertical rails in a position abut the base support. The horizontal rails form an obtuse angle with the vertical rails. A second set of two spaced apart vertical rails are provided opposite the first set of vertical rails and are removably engaged with the horizontal rails. A second base support extends between the second set of vertical rails and supports the vertical rails in an upright position. Removable and replaceable polymerized sheathing surrounds each of the vertical and horizontal rails.

Abstract: A Bicycle storage or display rack comprising:A telescopic Main Body Member comprised of a Lower Body Member and an Upper Body Member whereby the Upper Member is slidably disposed within the Lower Member thereby allowing the Main Body to be telescopically extended or retracted. A Locking or Clamping Device is provided whereby the overall length of the Main Body can be rigidly secured at any length of extension or retraction. Resilient-Pressure End Caps, located at the opposing ends of the Main Body, allow the rigidly secured Main Body Member to be effectively compressed or wedged between two opposing mounting surfaces. Bicycle suspension means, adapted for attachment to said Main Body Member, allow effective suspension of bicycles from the Main Body Member. Said bicycle suspension means include a Perpendicular Wheel-Hook Assembly, comprised of at least two sets of Wheel Hook Apertures, wherein one set is drilled substantially perpendicular and substantially staggered relative to the other set.

Abstract: Upstanding, vertical side rails welded to oppositely facing horizontal top and bottom plates at respective corners thereof form a unitary, rigid, parallelepiped open frame structure including an open front slot to receive a bicycle wheel rim and tire. Deflectable resilient members mounted to side rails extend towards each other and snap behind an inserted bicycle wheel rim. Horizontal side rails or plates and rear plates are fixed to respective pairs of side rails to render the structure rigid. Apertures in the bottom and top plates permit fixedly mounting of the module or a plurality of upright modules to form a multi-module bicycle rack. A transverse common coupling member may be a bench, a planar seat, a table top or a planter. A steel security arm having a U-shaped steel loop welded at one end may be rotatably mounted to the open frame structure at the opposite end.

Abstract: A storage unit for storing a bicycle or the like has an overall vertical dimension greater than an overall horizontal dimension, such that the storage unit provides an enclosed area for storing the bicycle in a substantially inclined position. Specifically, the storage unit stands upright or "on end" for storing the bicycle in the inclined position. As such, ground surface area usage is minimized. The storage unit includes an inclined ramp within the enclosed area for providing lift to a wheel of the bicycle as the bicycle is moved into the enclosed area and into the substantially inclined position. A tire-stop cross member is disposed within a lower portion of the enclosed area for providing support to a wheel of the bicycle for retaining the bicycle in the substantially inclined position. The storage unit comprises a plurality of modular panels and may be combined with other storage units such that a common wall is shared between any two adjacently joining storage units.

Abstract: A bicycle rack is provided for use with trucks having a cargo box particularly of the type for use with a pick-up truck. The bicycle rack can carry a number of bicycles in an upright position in the cargo box of a truck, secures the bicycle without having to part the wheel from the bicycle or use clamps or straps to restrain the bicycle, can carry bicycles of different sizes, and can be adjusted to fit different makes and sizes of trucks. The bicycle rack comprises a cross member, having stakes at each end for fixing it to the side walls of the truck box, and forks for holding one or more bicycles in place.

Abstract: A fixing device for cycle racks of the so-called "upright" type is in two parts. The first part comprises a removable support. It is attached to the bottom tube of the frame of the cycle by adjustable tension clips and includes a hook. A cover hides the means for adjusting the clips. The second part is attached to the fork which is mobile in rotation on the cycle rack. It includes a spring catch in a box in which the hook is engaged. A ring releases the spring catch. The spring catch can be locked by a key-operated anti-theft device.

Abstract: A two-wheeled vehicle support apparatus includes a kickstand-receiving support member adapted to rest on a support surface and be interposed between the ends of the kickstand and the support surface. A riser member is adapted to interlock with the kickstand-receiving support member. Also, the riser member is adapted to partially rest on the support surface, and a tire-supporting member is adapted for receiving a rear tire of a two-wheeled vehicle. The tire-supporting member includes a first tire-receiving portion adapted to receive a bottom portion of the tire. The tire-supporting member is interposed between the rear tire and the support surface. The riser member includes a ramp portion located at a leading end of the riser member. The kickstand-receiving support member includes a centrally located tongue portion and a pair of platform portions which straddle the tongue portion.

Abstract: A rack for storing and transporting a plurality of bicycles including an array of rails arranged side by side and having elongated slots for receiving brackets, each bracket detachably attachable to the fork of a bicycle so as to maintain the bicycle in an upright position. The brackets can be oriented so that the handle bars can be turned and each bracket positioned at a location on the rails so that the bicycles can be nested close to one another thereby permitting storing and transporting the plurality of bicycles in a confined space such as the cargo space of a van or sports utility vehicle. The rack is removably attached to a flat surface by a combination of straps to prevent separation of the rack from the flat surface and non-slip material to prevent sliding of the rack on the flat surface.

Abstract: A shopping cart station has flee-standing first and second hollow wall members filled with a ballast material. A connecting element couples the first and second hollow wall members together. The cart station can be easily moved and secured by emptying the hollow wall elements of the ballast material, repositioning the cart station, and refilling the wall members with ballast.

Abstract: A portable bicycle stand is provided having a base from which a support strut projects upwardly and outwardly. The upper portion of the support strut is provided with a bicycle support element having an upwardly facing recess which is adapted to receive the horizontal tube of a bicycle frame so as to support the bicycle in upright position with its wheels above the ground. The bicycle support is provided with a bicycle frame stay which enables the bicycle frame to be locked by the stay in supported assembly with the support element. The base of the bicycle stand defines a vehicle wheel engaging portion on which a vehicle wheel is to be positioned to secure the base to the ground and stabilize the bicycle stand as well as preventing theft of the bicycle stand when it is left unattended.

Abstract: A bicycle repair stand particularly well suited for tandem bicycles supports the bicycle from one side only by being connected to the crank arm assembly through the dust cap threads and/or the fixing bolt threads of the crank arm axle. A third embodiment includes the locking bolt of the stand being connected to a stand arm having a clamp at its outer end engaging a crank arm connected to the axle. In all embodiments the crank arm is allowed to fully rotate without interference from the stand. The stand post may be pivoted from a first position where the bicycle is mounted and dismounted from the stand to a second position where the adjacent wheel is raised off the ground.

Abstract: A bicycle repair stand, includes a fixed erectable first support part (2) with a first holder (3) which allows a bicycle (4) to be supported by its crank axle holder (5) or in the immediate vicinity of the crank axle holder (5) and hingeably connected to the first support part (2), a second support part (6) with a second holder (7) which allows the above mentioned bicycle (4) to be supported on the fork (8), whereby the angle of the second support part (6) is adjustable.

Abstract: Self supporting rack for athletic and sports equipment. The rack has a vertical center post with a base support at a bottom end of the pole. An upper end of the center post is unsupported. Equipment support assemblies are mounted upon the center post and are upon which athletic and sporting equipment is stored. The length of the support assemblies may be varied in order to stagger the stored items. The connection of the support assembly to the center post allows the support to be positioned anywhere along the length of the pole. The connection allows the assemblies to be extended from any exterior surface of the center post. The arms of the support assembly are also maintained in a substantially horizontal orientation by the connection when in use.

Abstract: A new and novel bicycle work stand utilized to effect repairs and adjustments to a bicycle. The bicycle work stand is constructed having a base member with spaced apart legs and an end portion. At least two spaced apart hooking means having cradle areas, extension arms and non-abrasive material covering the cradle areas of the at least two spaced apart hooking means are fixedly attached to the end portion of the base member. A support plate having support ears, V-shaped notches and non-abrasive material covering the support ears is fixedly attached to ends of the extension arms of the at least two spaced apart hooking means. A bottom bracket of a bicycle is removably engaged by the at least two spaced apart hooking means so that the cradle areas of the spaced apart hooking means removably contact an underneath portion of the bottom bracket of the bicycle.

Abstract: Bicycle carrier apparatus includes an H-shaped support frame bearing a pair of opposed threaded clamping members for rigidly gripping the bicycle pedal crank arm mounting bolts on opposite ends of the central crank arm shaft. A further support for the front wheel is provided in which the front wheel tire is frictionally engaged in a secure clamping device. A pair of individual bicycle carriers are affixed to a longitudinal support member which attaches to the receiver portion of a standard vehicle-mounted trailer hitch. An additional pair of bicycle carriers in a similar configuration may be connected to the first carrier apparatus by means of a simple connector assembly. A cartop rack is also disclosed as well as a variant which also mounts to a trailer hitch receiver.

Abstract: The invention relates to a bicycle storage place in which within a wall (1) with a lockable doorway (3) a plurality of bicycles with their rear wheels directed towards the central axis (59) are lined up in bicycle holders (9) in two concentric rows (5, 7) on a frame (23) rotatable around a central axis (59). The handlebars of the bicycles in one row (5) extend into the space taken up by the adjacent bicycles of the other row (7). For radially removing a bicycle fastened to its holder (9) through the doorway (3), holders (51, 53) on either one of the two sides of a particular holder (49) are temporarily moved apart by their ends axially directed outwards and counteracting the working of the leaf springs (43 and 45), so that the holder (49) with the bicycle fastened thereon can be moved freely through the doorway (3).

Abstract: A bicycle rack for supporting bicycles of different sizes in an upright position to permit viewing by a retail store customer with the bicycle rack having a frame with a plurality of tire channels locate on the frame, with the tire channels having sidewall for laterally restraining a bicycle tire therein and a first fixed wheel stop located in the channel for preventing movement of a bicycle in one direction along the channel and a movable wheel stop positionable along the channel with the movable wheel stop having a hand lever with a cam for engaging the movable wheel stop with the tire channel to secure the movable wheel stop to the channel with the hand lever disengageable or engageable without the aid of tools to permit a user to remove a bicycle from the rack, place a bicycle in the bicycle rack or reposition the movable wheel stop to accommodate a bicycle of different length by sliding the movable wheel stop to a different position on the channel and then locking the movable wheel stop in position by en

Abstract: A bicycle stand includes a base and a pair of spaced-apart braces, each having a first end connected to the base and a second end. There is a pair of mounting members, each having a female threaded aperture which can threadedly receive a threaded outer portion of a bicycle axle. The second ends of the braces are pivotally connected to the mounting members. For example, the mounting members may be cylinders, the female threaded apertures extending axially inward from first ends thereof. Each of the braces has an aperture near the second end. The cylinders extend rotatably through the apertures. The base may have devices for mounting the stand on a roof rack of a vehicle including apertures in the base and tubular members having pins releasably engaging the apertures.

Abstract: A collapsible bicycle stand comprises a base operable to rest on a generally horizontal surface, a support member removably securable to the base such that the support member extends upward relative to the horizontal surface, and first and second bicycle holding facilities secured to the support member. The support member has an outwardly facing portion lying in a first generally vertical plane when the support member is secured to the base and the first and second bicycle holding facilities have first and second bicycle contacting surfaces respectively, which are disposed in a second plane extending perpendicular to the first plane and which are disposed at an angle relative to the horizontal surface when the support member is secured to the base.

Abstract: A bicycle stand including a stationary upright member anchored to the ground and horizontally oriented enclosure of rectangular cross section attached to its top with an opening in one side thereof to receive a bicycle securing arm. A pivotable second member carrying three arms is adapted to engage a bicycle. One of the arms is aligned with and adapted to pass through the opening, an aperture to receive a leg of a shackle lock placed within the enclosure to lock the bicycle in the stand. A storage compartment can serve as one of the upright members and is secured by the same lock.

Abstract: A collapsible bicycle stand that is supported in the upright position when in use. The stand includes a telescopeable and length-adjustable post. The post is extended when the stand is in use, and shortened when the stand is not in use. Support arms are located at the upper end of the post. The support arms are pivotally rotatable between a bicycle holding or retaining position, when the stand is in use, and a parallel position with respect to the post, when the stand is not in use. At least a pair of legs are connected to the bottom portion of the post. These legs are pivotally movable between a first position where the legs are opened in opposite directions with respect to the post, and parallel with respect to the floor when the stand is in use, and a second position where the legs are folded in parallel with respect to the post, when the stand is not in use.

Abstract: A bicycle stand is disclosed for supporting a bicycle or bicycles in an upright position. The bicycle stand comprises a molded or formed plastic body comprising either a hollow container with a flat undersurface and a fill-plug and cap on the upper surface or a seat surrounding the perimeter of the base of the stand with receptacles for ballast on the upper surface. The hollow container or receptacles are capable for receiving and containing a ballast material, such as sand, water, decorative stone, earth or cement. The stand is provided on its upper surface with one or more grooves of appropriate dimension for receiving the wheel of a bicycle or wheels of a plurality of bicycles.

Abstract: A skewer assembly for holding the front fork of a bicycle. The fork has a pair of clevises each with a pair of arms. A skewer housing body has a pair of end faces extending around opposite ends of a passage which extends between them. A skewer rod adjustment and clamp act to hold the clevises against the end faces. The diameter of the skewer rod is substantially equal to the spacing between the clevis arm so the rod can fit closely over the rod.

Abstract: A bicycle parking and storage rack that is designed to receive one or more bicycles in vertical position. Locking means permit the frame and front and rear wheels of a bicycle to be secured to the rack and include a pivotable means to selectively open and close the upper locking means. The rack according to the invention occupies a minimum of space and can be conveniently mounted on a wall or the like, or in a radial arrangement to accommodate up to ten bicycles.

Abstract: A lightweight, freestanding bicycle stand of sturdy construction composed of a plurality of substantially identical modular units. Each modular unit has at least one rectangular-shaped wheel receptacle and the units are releasably joined together by a common threaded tension member and associated threaded locking members. The modularity permits cost-effective manufacturing and has the added advantage of allowing users to customize modules to create a bicycle stand having a capacity for any number of bicycles desired. In addition, because the modular units are joined together by a common threaded tension member, upon loosening the locking members the modules may be rotated about the common axis defined by the tension member into a substantially flat configuration, thereby permitting easy stacking, transportation and storage.

Abstract: A combination bench and bicycle stand is disclosed which has a frame having two horizontally spaced frame members. Each frame member has a generally horizontally extending seat bearing portion spaced from the ground. The frame also has bicycle support members which define a space for receiving a bicycle and which will support a bicycle in an upright position. At least one planar member is rigidly connected and supported by the seat bearing portion, thereby providing a bench for a person seated thereon.

Abstract: The rack according to the present invention is adapted to support, in an upstanding position, a variety of bicycles having wheels of different widths and diameters. The rack includes a bottomless funnel-shaped channel having a pair of spaced parallel walls and a pair of tapered walls. The channel is supported at both ends by a longitudinal beam for raising the channel above the ground. A pair of guiding rails are mounted above the channel and fixed parallel to the tapered walls. The guiding rails have a generally trapezoidal shape. The parallel walls laterally support the bicycle having narrow wheels along their lower segment and vertically support the wheel at both ends of the segment. The bicycle with wider wheels are vertically supported by the tapered walls which slightly squeeze the elastic tires of the wheels. These latter bicycles are held in an upstanding position by the guiding rails which are close to the spokes and allow a nearly nil tilt of the bicycle.

Abstract: A storage system for holding athletic equipment comprising a body member having a first side, a second side, a back opening, and an inside surface communicating with the back opening. The inside surface has a first and second inside arcuate surface respective in the first and second side of the body member. A pair of rib members is integrally bound to the inside surface of the body member. Each rib member has a rib lip protruding therefrom. The rib lip of each rib member protrudes towards each other such as to define a rib opening there between. A lower and upper height adjustment member is slidably disposed within the body member against the first and second inside arcuate surface. A first external channel member is connected to the first side and has a first channel opening, and a second external channel member is connected to the second side and has a second channel opening.

Abstract: A storage system for holding athletic equipment comprising a body member having a first side, a second side, a back opening, and an inside surface communicating with the back opening. The inside surface has a first and second inside arcuate surface respective in the first and second side of the body member. A pair of rib members is integrally bound to the inside surface of the body member. Each rib member has a rib lip protruding therefrom. The rib lip of each rib member protrudes towards each other such as to define a rib opening there between. A lower and upper height adjustment member is slidably disposed within the body member against the first and second inside arcuate surface. A first external channel member is connected to the first side and has a first channel opening, and a second external channel member is connected to the second side and has a second channel opening.

Abstract: Most bicycle racks are heavy metal objects, which are ill suited for home use. A simple, portable bicycle rack for home use includes a hollow plastic body with an inlet near the top end thereof permitting at least partial filling of the body with water or sand; and an arcuate recess in an inclined front surface of the body for receiving a bicycle wheel to hold the bicycle in a standing position.

Abstract: A wheel tool is disclosed to aid in the cleaning or repair of a wheel of a vehicle, particularly two- or three-wheel vehicles, and includes a wheel support on which the wheel of a vehicle is to rest and permitting the free rotation of the wheel without moving the vehicle, and a side support set at an adjustable obtuse angle to the wheel support so that the side support engages the side portion of the wheel which is on the wheel support to further support the wheel, the side support also permitting the free rotation of the wheel without moving the vehicle.

Abstract: An equipment storage frame (10) having elongated supports (12) mountable between an upper surface (14) and lower surface (16) with adjustable beam clamps (22) mounted thereon. The beam clamps (22) hold support members (24) of various configurations at selected positions on the frame (10) to support bicycles (28) and other sports equipment. The frame (10) may be freestanding with the use of horizontal legs (36) and adjustable extensions (31). Wire supports clamps (44, 46, 50, 52), a flat plate (92), a cushioned support arm (49), a clamp fitting (128) and a matrix web (120) may all be attached to the frame (10) for storing large, bulky, and odd-shaped pieces of equipment in confined spaces with little or no alteration to the existing structure.

Abstract: A bicycle parking structure is disclosed which has a central column constituted by, or including, a circular array of vertically extending channels which are open radially outwardly so that the front wheel of a bicycle can be wheeled into, and then rolled up each channel. At an elevated position there is a plurality of supports for hooking under the rims of the front wheels of bicycles that have been rolled up the channels. The supports extend outwardly from the column and each support is L-shaped with one of its limbs lying generally tangentially with respect to the column and radially outwardly of the channels.

Abstract: This invention relates to an improved, low profile, lightweight, durable, expandable bicycle stand, which holds one or more bicycles, having a wide variety of tire sizes, securely in an upright position. The device of the invention provides one or more optionally interlocking, unitary hollow bodies having bicycle wheel retaining slots vertically disposed therethrough, which retaining slots are tapered, at one or both distal ends to accept and hold a resilient tire therebetween. The hollow bodies have a filling means, and can be at least partially filled with fluid and/or particulate material to weight the stand and increase its stability.

Abstract: A bicycle stand for the reciprocal parking of bicycles consists of a vertically arranged spiral portion of circularly bent pipe or solid material. This spiral portion stands on the ground with its ends. The height of the spiral portion corresponds to the average height of the steering head pipe/handlebar shaft and seat support/upper portion rear seat stay areas of commercially available bicycles. A connecting brace (6) having angular pieces at the oppositely located arc-shaped portions of the spiral portion is provided in its lower area. The spiral portion is left-handed or right-handed. Fixed but detachable end pieces or spacer-connection pieces of an optional shape are attachable at the ends of the spiral portion.

Abstract: The bike stand is free-standing and separate from the bike. The stand includes a horizontal base or bottom portion, an about vertical middle portion, preferably conected to the front end of the bottom portion and an upper bike supporting portion connected to the middle portion. The upper portion includes a pair of laterally spaced rearwardly extending L-shaped arms connected at their upper ends by a cross-bar. The lower rungs of the arms support the bicycle or motorbike, for example, the tubular bottom portion of a motorbike frame.

Abstract: The invention provides a collapsible bicycle stand for supporting a bicycle in an inverted position. The stand includes two generally similar assemblies which can be collapsed and are sufficiently light to permit carrying with the bicycle for emergency use. The stand assemblies have first and second stand members, one of which has a seat to receive a portion of the bicycle handlebar therein. One stand member has a clearance to receive a portion of the remaining stand member therein so that the stand members cooperate to support each other.

Abstract: A support member is rotatably fastened to a bracket that is configured for mounting to a bicycle seat tube just above the bottom bracket. The support member is movable between a stored position where it is generally parallel to and just behind the seat tube and a lower position to support the weight of the bicycle. A locking mechanism includes an X-shaped recess in a head of the support member and a pair of detents in the bracket. The detents extend from a projection that is flexibly connected to the bracket. The projection bends slightly to permit movement of the support member between positions.

Abstract: An apparatus for holding athletic equipment having a stanchion member with a pair of outside standards and an intermediate standard to form a pair of longitudinal openings. A bifurcated member is provided having a pair of brackets. The pair of brackets slidably lodge in the pair of longitudinal openings such that the bifurcated member slidably engages the stanchion member. A support is secured to the stanchion member for supporting and retaining athletic equipment off of the ground.

Abstract: A bicycle support stand for supporting a bicycle by engagement with a wheel of the bicycle. The stand includes a base frame having cross frame members and longitudinal frame members extending between the cross frame members and spaced apart to receive a bicycle tire adjacent the lower side of the bicycle wheel. Crotch frames are attached to the base frame adjacent each end of the longitudinal frame members and extend upwardly therefrom and have U-shaped crotch portions spaced above the base frame and arranged to straddle a bicycle tire at locations spaced above the base frame.