Why do I need a bicycle repair stand?

Since I ride quite a bit I lately started repairing my MTB on my own.

After doing some repairs I am thinking of buying a folding bike repair stand. It should be reliable, comfortable, good value for money and a one that I can fold to spare space in my apartment when I am not using it.

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I can think of few reasons for buying one:

• Using a bike repair stand is much more comfortable to work with as it holds the bike in the right position, just as you need it.
• It saves money to repair your own bicycle.
• You learn a lot about your bike doing your own repairs.
• A real man/woman fixes his/her own bike! What would Tim the tool-man Taylor say about this?!
• You gain trust in your bike because you know more about its condition.