Can I use quick release (QR) skewers on the rear wheel of my single speed, or do I need to use a solid axle with track nuts?
There are only a few ways to attach wheels to your frame & fork. • Quick-release skewers • Solid axle & track nuts • Fastening bolts (used by manufacturers like Paul Components & Chris King [optional Fun Bolts]) For frames with vertical dropouts, use whichever type you prefer. A potential issue applies only to frames with track fork ends or horizontal dropouts. Quick-release skewers can be used on frames with track fork ends or horizontal dropouts, but care should be taken in selecting what type of skewer to use. Modern alloy skewers usually cannot be clamped down tightly enough to hold the rear wheel in place. This may lead to the wheel slipping under load. Older, heavy-duty steel skewers like early Shimano XTs seem to work the best for people choosing to use a quick-release on the rear. Adding chaintugs would also reduce the likelihood of slippage.
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- Refer to the "Can I use quick release (QR) skewers on the rear wheel of my single speed, or do I need to use a solid axle with track nuts?" section.
- Can I use quick release (QR) skewers on the rear wheel of my single speed, or do I need to use a solid axle with track nuts?
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