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Old 09-27-06, 03:11 PM
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thru-axle; would this be possible

is it possible in any way to somehow convert your frame to run a 135mm thru axle hub in the rear as opposed to a QR hub?
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Rattail file? Seriously, Chris King and Syncros both offer thru-axle hubs with step-down kits to fit into standard dropouts.
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Old 09-27-06, 03:52 PM
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thank you i think i found an Azonic one as well.
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well I happened upon a "wheel deal" and I just need a converter
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