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  Topic Name: state of the axel on: May 17, 2012, 04:47:51 PM
chrisx


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« on: May 17, 2012, 04:47:51 PM »
135? 142? 9? 15? 20? 100? 110?
What is the standard axel size for the next 5 years?
Are some of these new sizes the new standard or a passing fad?

So many choices to make.
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  Topic Name: state of the axel Reply #1 on: May 18, 2012, 01:23:49 AM
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« Reply #1 on: May 18, 2012, 01:23:49 AM »
It's like that with BB's too. Does my head in with the choices to make when stocking the shop for repairs.
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  Topic Name: state of the axel Reply #2 on: May 18, 2012, 05:04:20 AM
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« Reply #2 on: May 18, 2012, 05:04:20 AM »
Quote from: Area54 on May 18, 2012, 01:23:49 AM
It's like that with BB's too. Does my head in with the choices to make when stocking the shop for repairs.

If I had anything other then the old standards I wouldn't expect to just walk into any shop and just be able to get that part. At least here in the states nothing is more then a 3 day shipment away. One good reason to stick with the old standards for a bikepacking rig.
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  Topic Name: state of the axel Reply #3 on: May 18, 2012, 09:31:34 AM
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Quote from: Area54 on May 18, 2012, 01:23:49 AM
It's like that with BB's too. Does my head in with the choices to make when stocking the shop for repairs.
Thanks for at least trying. I get so frustrated trying to find parts and local bike shops. A lot of them seem to not make any effort whatsoever.
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  Topic Name: state of the axel Reply #4 on: May 18, 2012, 12:00:55 PM
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« Reply #4 on: May 18, 2012, 12:00:55 PM »
Quote from: chrisx on May 17, 2012, 04:47:51 PM
135? 142? 9? 15? 20? 100? 110?
What is the standard axel size for the next 5 years?
Are some of these new sizes the new standard or a passing fad?

So many choices to make.

None... but I'm betting 142x12 rear and 110x15 front for most new bikes. As for BB, standard english threaded is best I think and tappered steer tube.
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