Carbon-Ti lightweight 15mm thru-axle


Carbon-Ti 155 thru-axle

Quick facts:

  • weighs 37g (confirmed);
  • requires a 5mm allen key to tighten;
  • available in a range of annodized colours;
  • made in Italy.

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