Are all thru axles the same?

Are all thru axles the same?

Because thru axles are a relatively new development invention, there is currently no industry standard. Countless different manufacturers produce their thru-axles to different specifications, making it impossible for Tailfin to make a single thru axle that will suit every bike.

What is 142x12mm thru axle?

A “Standard” 142x12mm Thru Axle can vary in length between 162mm and 171mm depending on the frame manufacturer. Type of attachment seat used at the interface where the skewer mates to the frame or fork. Thru Axles thread directly into frames/forks which eliminates the need for a nut.

Which is better thru axle or QR?

The end result is a stiffer front end and the elimination of brake rub. Plus, by adding a camming mechanism (like the QR lever) you can still remove your wheel quickly. Thru axles are safer and improve bike performance. It’s no wonder that the QR skewer is quickly disappearing from competition level MTBs.

Are thru axles stiffer?

Compared with open dropouts and quick-release skewers, thru-axles are generally stiffer, safer and more precise. This translates to noticeably more predictable handling – even with rigid forks and hardtails – fewer accidents related to misuse, and more consistent wheel placement in the frame and fork.

Are thru axles better?

1. Thru axles are safer- This is probably the biggest benefit for the average cyclist. Thru axles improve safety by making it nearly impossible for the front wheel to come out of the dropouts while you’re moving. The dropouts can’t lift off of the axles vertically because they have holes instead of a u-shaped slots.

Can I replace QR with thru axle?

If it’s a front hub and your fork uses a QR, you can buy a new thru-axle hub and an adapter that lets you use a thru-axle hub in a QR fork. About $15 for the adapter. This will give a fractionally better bit of firmness, but primarily, if you change your fork down the road, you can get one with thru-axle.