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my rear quick release made the same noise. It only happened when pushing hard on the pedals. I was so sure it was the bottom bracket!
I cleaned the external cam on the quick release, wiped the frame where it clamped, and tightened the clamp a little more than i did originally. Fixed. I have to do this every couple of months.
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and frankly, I'm surprised the LBS didn't check this first.