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01-22-15 | 09:49 PM

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Originally Posted by FBinNY

Yes, axle length is based on the over locknut frame width. However the axle has t extend 5mm or so beyond the locknut face, to support the dropout. So for a 130mm frame, you'd want a QR axle 140-141mm long.

Thanks for the tip. I actually am not sure if my frame is 126mm or 130mm. I was wondering, if I went with an axle length of 140mm long, would this also work for a 126mm rear-spaced frame? Or would it be too long of an axle?

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