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Old 06-04-12, 01:08 PM
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Originally Posted by irwin7638
I like these Velo Orange skewers. They require a special, hollow
Allen wrench to remove them, but the allen wrench is handy because it fits so many other parts on the bike also. It's a little less convenient than quick release, but in some places a quick release anything is like donating to the pawn shop.

Marc
Velo Orange skewers are a terrible idea. I bought some, and Channel locks or vise grips remove very easily. In fact, since they actually put a serrated surface on the ends, I wouldn't be surprised if a very strong grip with rag would loosen it! Hard to believe anyone could have actually installed a set of these and not immediately realized this.
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