Which Allen head QR skewers do you use? Kimmo?
02-20-13, 10:46 PM
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Which Allen head QR skewers do you use? Kimmo?
I'm considering giving some Allen head QR skewers a try. Partially for theft deterrent, partially for weight, and partially because I've never used them before.
What kind do you use? I can buy some "Tranz" skewers on ebay for $10 but I don't know if they're good or if they're crap. Does it matter if I buy steel, aluminum, titanium, etc? I will most likely only use these on vertical dropout frames, so ultimate holding power is not a big issue.
What kind do you use? I can buy some "Tranz" skewers on ebay for $10 but I don't know if they're good or if they're crap. Does it matter if I buy steel, aluminum, titanium, etc? I will most likely only use these on vertical dropout frames, so ultimate holding power is not a big issue.
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They all seem to be of similar quality, and work OK, though not as convenient as a QR. I think I have a few left over but if I remember right the ends are purple.
Be aware that the new international postal rates from the USA are 20=60% higher than they used to be, with the biggest increase on smaller 1st class packages. 6oz. which used to cost $6.90 form the US to Oz is now over $12.00 (10.48 if done online).
Be aware that the new international postal rates from the USA are 20=60% higher than they used to be, with the biggest increase on smaller 1st class packages. 6oz. which used to cost $6.90 form the US to Oz is now over $12.00 (10.48 if done online).
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02-21-13, 12:29 AM
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These are security skewers , because you need a special removal key.
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I have used them as an experiment, and quit and went back to regular QR levers
with a small cable for the wheels and a u lock that locks everything including the
cable loops together to the rack.
The alloy rods are a bad idea, even if you have vertical drops. I managed to strip
one or two of those. My main concern was that i would forget to take along
the wrench to loosen them, get a flat, be unable to fix it, and end up carrying
my bike home on the light rail. I would have hated that.
with a small cable for the wheels and a u lock that locks everything including the
cable loops together to the rack.
The alloy rods are a bad idea, even if you have vertical drops. I managed to strip
one or two of those. My main concern was that i would forget to take along
the wrench to loosen them, get a flat, be unable to fix it, and end up carrying
my bike home on the light rail. I would have hated that.
02-22-13, 05:53 PM
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Never seen any skewers with ally bolts, that'd be crazy.
Dunno what brand mine are, scored em from the co-op.
I doubt it matters a damn what the brand is, as long as you ensure the threads are greased, since ally nuts don't like it otherwise... stripped one back in the day.
That was with a 5mm skewer though IIRC; the 4mm ones are better since the proper torque is about all you want to put through 4mm.
Braze a washer onto a a cut-down allen key and slip it on your keyring for great victory.
Dunno what brand mine are, scored em from the co-op.
I doubt it matters a damn what the brand is, as long as you ensure the threads are greased, since ally nuts don't like it otherwise... stripped one back in the day.
That was with a 5mm skewer though IIRC; the 4mm ones are better since the proper torque is about all you want to put through 4mm.
Braze a washer onto a a cut-down allen key and slip it on your keyring for great victory.
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I think "QR" and "allen head" are mutually exclusive.
02-23-13, 11:39 AM
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My original set of Halos are going on 4 years old (40,000K) and never had a problem. They come in bling colors if that is important. They are probably available at your LBS if they cater to BMX or fixies.
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Have used hex head skewers from Nashbar off and on - especially on bikes used for commuting. https://www.nashbar.com/bikes/Product...39_-1___202459
Cromo shaft with aluminum nut and end cap. Would not/do not use them on a tandem. Would not/do not use them on the front with a disc brake.
Cromo shaft with aluminum nut and end cap. Would not/do not use them on a tandem. Would not/do not use them on the front with a disc brake.
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