I sort of prefer the stands myself, but it really depends on what I am flying that day. My smaller planes I like having on a stand. One field I fly at does not even have stands the other has lots of them. The one without stands only has two tables for assembly and such.

I do notice that it is easier on the old body to use the stands [X(] A well designed stand is very nice and accommodating especially for refueling, working with small screws, changing props, radio placement, engine settings, etc. Sometimes it seems a bit safer using the stands, although with larger prop planes you do have to watch taking the plane off the stand and sitting it on the ground.

I suppose there is an argument for both sides of this coin. Having the opportunity to fly with and without stands has allowed me to see the pros and cons of both.