What the title says. Currently got a commuter style bicycle with “quick release” axles. Can I switch to Thruaxle style somehow? Seems like you can use nicer bearings and stuff with those. And I really would like even better “roll” when commuting

Read something about the frame needing to be different for thruaxle, but I’m getting conflicting information from the internet and friends that ride racer bicycles😃

Edit: I’ve got hydraulic disc brakes if that matters

  • pc486@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
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    22 days ago

    Adapters do exist that convert through-axle hubs to quick release. They will work if there’s a particular wheelset you’re looking at or, as I used them in my case, have a strange franken wheel project.

    That said, it’s generally not worth the squeeze. There are a great many wheels and hubs in different spacing, spoke count, colors, brake types, etc that are designed for quick release. Trying to adapt one not designed for your frame should be reserved for unusual circumstances. Consider these adapters only if you’re ready to build a wheel from the ground up (a hub, a box of spokes, and a rim).

    Also, don’t fret too much about hub bearings. Cup and cone bearings are very efficient and are easily serviced. Case in point, Shimano didn’t produce cartridge bearing hubs until 2023.