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Originally Posted by Rolla
If you ever ride a QR bike with discs, you'll understand why thru-axles are a godsend. Precisely and consistently locating the axle in the frame makes aligning the rotor with the caliper nearly foolproof.
I believe Mr. Mayer would consider the need to be precise and consistent to be a flaw in the system.
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