Originally Posted by KayInFL

I am a bike newby. A friend of mine gave me an old bike and I want to put a quick release on the front wheel so I can put the bike in the car easily. I went online and bought an item described as fitting 26" wheels (my bike's wheel size) but the axle is too short for the front forks. How do I measure -- and what do I measure -- to determine the right size quick release to buy? Are there any other things I should know about installing a quick release? (Money IS and object, else I would just buy a nice new bike with all the trimmings I need!)