skewer advice

[AngryScientist]

more questions about my new incoming wheels:

-it's not obvious from the website, chris king hubs never came with skewers correct?

-what skewers would look snazzy with pink CK hubs laced to black rims, generally used on a raw Ti bike? (i'm thinking either black, red or pink if someone makes them)

-there are tons of skewers on the market, and i'm not too concerned with weight, who is making an internal cam nice skewer available in color (not chrome)?

[zap]

Not internal cam like Campy/Shimano skerwers but tandem worthy so more than good enough for singles-Salsa and DT swiss twist skewers.

[jlwdm]

Fairwheel Bikes is always a good start:

Fair Wheel Skewers (http://fairwheelbikes.com/skewers-c-22.html)

Here is a link to a skewer shoot out:

Skewer Reviews (http://fairwheelbikes.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=69&t=5029)


Jeff

[akelman]

When I had a bike with a Pretty and Strong headset, I bought pink cages and these (http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-AEROZINE-TITANIUM-AXLE-PINK-MOUNTAIN-SKEWER-SET-/310204918573?pt=Cycling_Parts_Accessories&hash=item4839a76b2d) as well. They were fine, I thought, though I'm pretty set on Campy or Mavic skewers at this point. Anyway, if you're going to make an offer, start low. I believe I got them for ~$45.

[EricEstlund]

http://www.deltacycle.com/dcimages/TD9100x.jpg

Available from other makers in all sorts of colors, but I still like these silver Deltas the best. The brushed finish would be a good look with ti.

[sjbraun]

I've been very happy with these skewers [purchased from Fairwheel.

They're not internal cam, but they've held my wheels without problems, look cool and score in the lightweight department too.

http://fairwheelbikes.com/far-and-near-road-skewers-p-1563.html

[Jeff N.]

Check out HOPE skewers, usually on Ebay. Easily the highest quality skewers I've seen, and available in a large variety of colors. HOPE also makes headsets, hubsets, bar end plugs, seatpost clamps. Really nice stuff, IMO. Jeff N.

[AngryScientist]

well after a bit of research, and the fact that the VO sale ends today, i picked up a set of their skewers for 20 shipped. i'll use these for now, and keep my eyes open for a colored set, you really cant beat this time tested internal cam design though.

http://store.velo-orange.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/530x530/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/q/r/qr-skewers.jpg

[BumbleBeeDave]

. . . would be to make sure you tighten them properly before you ride or you could end up with a broken neck!

Don't ask me how I know this . . . :( :rolleyes:

BBD

[Ahneida Ride]

Please listen to BBD. Please !

[Unpredictable]

Alright Scientist-----Lets see this this bike. Sounds Snazzy

[Aaron O]

Pink hubs? You have bigger problems than the skewers.

[firerescuefin]

Have been really happy with these...good looking, very secure, super light. Not sure if they're what you're looking for.

http://www.google.com/imgres?imgurl=http://www.cyclesphere.co.za/images/mtb_components/kcnc_skewers_large.jpg&imgrefurl=http://www.cyclesphere.co.za/mtb_components.php&usg=__jzGItsBEG3F5Cnapiwz2e7lX16M=&h=530&w=720&sz=56&hl=en&start=0&zoom=1&tbnid=ko-3ThI1JrcQQM:&tbnh=118&tbnw=158&ei=CFmFTcyJC8TytgfzztDQBA&prev=/images%3Fq%3Dkcnc%2Bskewers%26hl%3Den%26biw%3D1362 %26bih%3D529%26gbv%3D2%26tbs%3Disch:1&itbs=1&iact=hc&vpx=115&vpy=216&dur=2652&hovh=193&hovw=262&tx=124&ty=214&oei=CFmFTcyJC8TytgfzztDQBA&page=1&ndsp=21&ved=1t:429,r:7,s:0

[kgreene10]

After reading this thread, I ordered some KCNC Z6 steel skewers. They are 65g for the pair (as opposed to 44g for ti), but cost just $38.

Before ordering, I weighed my existing Easton, DT Swiss, and Bontrager ti skewers and JUST THE REAR weighed 62g for each (all the same).

[firerescuefin]

KG....good choice. You'll like em :beer:

[AngryScientist]

Have been really happy with these...good looking, very secure, super light. Not sure if they're what you're looking for.

http://www.google.com/imgres?imgurl=http://www.cyclesphere.co.za/images/mtb_components/kcnc_skewers_large.jpg&imgrefurl=http://www.cyclesphere.co.za/mtb_components.php&usg=__jzGItsBEG3F5Cnapiwz2e7lX16M=&h=530&w=720&sz=56&hl=en&start=0&zoom=1&tbnid=ko-3ThI1JrcQQM:&tbnh=118&tbnw=158&ei=CFmFTcyJC8TytgfzztDQBA&prev=/images%3Fq%3Dkcnc%2Bskewers%26hl%3Den%26biw%3D1362 %26bih%3D529%26gbv%3D2%26tbs%3Disch:1&itbs=1&iact=hc&vpx=115&vpy=216&dur=2652&hovh=193&hovw=262&tx=124&ty=214&oei=CFmFTcyJC8TytgfzztDQBA&page=1&ndsp=21&ved=1t:429,r:7,s:0

ok, i'm getting a pair too :D

[FixedNotBroken]

After reading this thread, I ordered some KCNC Z6 steel skewers. They are 65g for the pair (as opposed to 44g for ti), but cost just $38.

Before ordering, I weighed my existing Easton, DT Swiss, and Bontrager ti skewers and JUST THE REAR weighed 62g for each (all the same).

I have a pair of KCNC Ti skewers..they are extremely durable and light! Yes, the price is hefty but worth it in my opinion. Both the steel and the ti are great!