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HaloHex Key Bolt-On Skewers
5.0
The Halo Hex Key skewers feature an anodised alloy end cover and nut with Cr-Mo threaded rod using an Allen type Hex key fitting. Lightweight, sleek and an ideal upgrade for improved security as there's no QR lever.
The "Nut" features a steel Halo no-turn tab, making doing up these Skewers and releasing them a lot easier than trying to hold the nut from spinning at the time.
The "Nut" features a steel Halo no-turn tab, making doing up these Skewers and releasing them a lot easier than trying to hold the nut from spinning at the time.
- 15x3mm cone spanner recess cut into nut, just in case the tab cannot operate
- Non-quick release design for added security when using disc brakes
- Alloy anchor nut includes Anti-Spin tab which prevents unwanted turning of nut when tightening or loosening the hex through-bolt
Specifications
Hub Spacing
100/135mm
Review Summary
LIKES
Color (7),
Weight (1),
Function (7)
WORKS FOR
Cross Country (5),
Commuting (3),
All Mountain (4)
DISLIKES
Weight (1)
5.0 GEARS
8 reviews
8 reviews
Customer Questions
Q.
asked by: a guest
Looks like there is only one spring. Which side of the skewer does the spring go on?
Looks like there is only one spring. Which side of the skewer does the spring go on?
A.
anwered by: jackivey
It will come with 2 springs. Each side gets one, smaller side inward.
It will come with 2 springs. Each side gets one, smaller side inward.
Q.
asked by: a guest
Will 130mm fit a mountain bike? I ordered the wrong size
Will 130mm fit a mountain bike? I ordered the wrong size
A.
anwered by: mhutch
This is designed for 135mm rear spacing, which is the correct spacing for mountain bikes.
This is designed for 135mm rear spacing, which is the correct spacing for mountain bikes.
Q.
asked by: a guest
do these have threads on both ends? I need the rods more than the the end pieces
do these have threads on both ends? I need the rods more than the the end pieces
A.
anwered by: canteau
The Halo Bolt-on skewers are threaded at one end and the other end is bonded to the shaft
The Halo Bolt-on skewers are threaded at one end and the other end is bonded to the shaft
Q.
asked by: a guest
Will I get enough pressure to use these on a horizontal dropout without my wheel slipping?
Will I get enough pressure to use these on a horizontal dropout without my wheel slipping?
A.
anwered by: a guest
No, you won't. I tried these. My rear one slipped on the first hill, and broke within the first 10 minutes of the ride.
To be fair, it says not for "aggressive" trail use, so I found out that means pretty much NO xc use.
No, you won't. I tried these. My rear one slipped on the first hill, and broke within the first 10 minutes of the ride.
To be fair, it says not for "aggressive" trail use, so I found out that means pretty much NO xc use.
A.
anwered by: JohnMHammer
They are designed to be tightened to only a bit more than 7n-m. That's not very tight. They should be used only with vertical dropouts. I've read a number of stories from people who tried them with horizontal dropouts on the rear wheel and found their wheel slipping out of place.
They are designed to be tightened to only a bit more than 7n-m. That's not very tight. They should be used only with vertical dropouts. I've read a number of stories from people who tried them with horizontal dropouts on the rear wheel and found their wheel slipping out of place.
Q.
asked by: a guest
can I use these on a single speed rear wheel?
can I use these on a single speed rear wheel?
Q.
asked by: a guest
I measured my current quick releases, 130 up front 160 rear on road bike..will these work?
I measured my current quick releases, 130 up front 160 rear on road bike..will these work?
Q.
asked by: a guest
Do these come in other diameters for mountain and 700c road bicycles?
Do these come in other diameters for mountain and 700c road bicycles?
Q.
asked by: a guest
what is the diameter of the shaft?
what is the diameter of the shaft?
A.
anwered by: mlewis
The shaft diameter is 5mm.
The shaft diameter is 5mm.
Q.
asked by: a guest
Can these be used on a road/TT bike?
Can these be used on a road/TT bike?
A.
anwered by: canteau
It will really depend on the thickness of the rear dropout. They are made to work with 135mm dropouts and most road bikes are 130mm spaced.
There is some additional threads so it will work on some road bikes but not others.
It will really depend on the thickness of the rear dropout. They are made to work with 135mm dropouts and most road bikes are 130mm spaced.
There is some additional threads so it will work on some road bikes but not others.
Q.
asked by: a guest
Will these work on a 2011 Diamondback Response mtb?
Will these work on a 2011 Diamondback Response mtb?
Q.
asked by: a guest
Does it it fit bikes with disc brakes?
Does it it fit bikes with disc brakes?
Q.
asked by: a guest
Will these fit with chain tensioners?
Will these fit with chain tensioners?
A.
anwered by: smulder
These will fit just as well if not better than any standard quick release would.
These will fit just as well if not better than any standard quick release would.
Q.
asked by: random walk
Are these the XL version that I can fit onto a thick rear dropout?
Are these the XL version that I can fit onto a thick rear dropout?
A.
anwered by: bkearns
No, these ones are just the standard model.
No, these ones are just the standard model.
Q.
asked by: a guest
Are these sold per set or individually?
Are these sold per set or individually?
Q.
asked by: plattekill
Is this axle 135mm rear spacing?
Is this axle 135mm rear spacing?
A.
anwered by: bhardy
Yes it is.
Yes it is.
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Customer Reviews
5
January 01, 2013
reviewed by: KHS91c
Easy to install.it's nice to not have any plastic on these things. i thought the springs looked cheap but they are actually pretty stiff. the machining is all quality
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June 30, 2012
reviewed by: ram...@at...t.net
These replaced a similar type from another company. The Halo's look far better and the anti-spin tab makes the removal process easier.
No problems yet. Good price to boot.
5
July 27, 2021
reviewed by: anonymous
The blue version in the photo looks like a turquoise color (which is what I wanted), but the ones I received are more of a cyan color. Not a major problem, but the product photo color certainly is not accurate.
5
February 14, 2013
reviewed by: idyllthot
I bought this for my pugsley so I only needed the 135mm skewer, but I liked the color choices and standard hex features of this one. Description says "light" but they seem pretty heavy duty to me, feel solid. Wanted something more secure than a quick release and this fits the bill.
5
December 26, 2011
reviewed by: A Guest
Stiff and very well made. These are easy to use, and have greatly improved my hardtail. The bike is way more responsive.
5
November 07, 2011
reviewed by: mbmoehl
Used these to replace my quick release skewers which seem to shift the wheel position in the drop outs as the lever is tightened, which meant i was always having to adjust the disc brake pads. These Halo's are just as easy to use as a quick release, but i don't get any movement of the wheel in the drop outs as they are tightened. I also really like the cleaner look to them.
5
March 01, 2012
reviewed by: rod...@gm...l.com
Very easy to use and super secure. Nice colors too.
5
April 05, 2012
reviewed by: A Guest
Just got my second set of halo hex key skewers. Got red ones for my rigid 8 speed felt q520 project, and purple on my giant revel 0. On both bikes these have improved riding in every condition. Handling, jumping, efficiency, speed, weight and ride quality have all improved. Definitely get these. Im on em every day.
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