Skewers

Aside from our skewers that are designed to fit a specific fork (RockShox, Fox, Enve), all skewers are available at a discounted price when purchased with a compatible insert/dropout.

Skewer Length:

• The nominal length that we use to identify skewers is the rear spacing on your frame/hub
• The actual length of the skewer is longer because it accounts for insert/dropout thickness
• For more information see the drawing links associated with the specific skewer on our website

Torque Spec:

• 8-12 N-m

Important!

• Measure carefully before purchasing your skewer; skewers that have been installed cannot be returned
• The skewers we manufacture and stock are only guaranteed to work with Paragon Machine Works dropouts and inserts
• We cannot guarantee compatibility with dropouts and inserts manufactured by other vendors

As of September 13, 2024 all our front and back 12 mm skewers (except for Syntace-compatible skewers due to their unique geometry) will include a brass split ring washer (SRW, SKU SK5001) installed on the inside face of the skewer. Its purpose is to reduce the galling of aluminum skewers on harder frame alloys such as titanium.

General Information

• The skewer design is unchanged. The purpose of adding the SRW is to have a simple, sleek, and backwards compatible solution to the problem stated above and that adds function without changing the aesthetic of the skewer.
• The SRW does reduce the thread engagement of the skewer, but only by 1/3 - 2/3 of one rotation depending on the thread pitch. This will not affect the quality or safety of your ride.
• Made out of brass because It has a low tendency to gall with most standard frame materials.
• The torque spec is unaffected by the installation of a SRW.

How does the SRW integrate and stay in place?

All our skewers are machined with a small groove on the inside face of the head, providing a mechanism for constraining unwanted axial motion of a washer. The SRW will spin freely when pressed into the groove but will not come off with any shaking or vibrations within the realm of normal use, wear, and tear.

Do I need to use a SRW?

• If you own a Paragon skewer and don’t have problems with galling, then you don't need a SRW. If you would like to add a SRW they are available for individual sale on our website.
• If you don’t want the SRW that has already been installed, you can easily remove it by gently working your way around the split ring with a flat head or other thin object to disengage and remove it. Caution! Split ring washers of this thickness (.02”) are delicate and can bend easily if not handled properly. A slightly bent split ring will still function as normal with the skewer tightened but may make removal or replacement slightly more challenging. It can also lead to premature wear of the SRW itself. 

Installation of a SRW:

1) Place the SRW on the outside face of your dropout. Holding it in place, gently press the skewer through the SRW and 12 mm axle hole.

2) Once the SRW is past the skewer threads, press the skewer through until it is flush with the SRW.

3) Confirm it is locked in place by removing the skewer from the dropout and giving it a gentle shake with the threads facing the ground. If the SRW does not come off you are OK to ride!

We accept custom orders for skewers with different threads/lengths

• Minimum order quantities apply

Getting a Quote

E-mail orders(at)paragonmachineworks.com for a quote and include:

• Quantity needed
• Overall length
• Nominal length
• Thread pitch
• Thread length
• Dimensioned and toleranced drawing if other specifications are different from our stock item

Deposit

• A 50% non-refundable deposit is required prior to start of production
• The balance is due upon shipment or at pick up

Combination Head Skewers

Material:  Black anodized 6061 aluminum

Thread:

• One end is threaded M12 x 1.5 mm with a 5 mm internal hexagon
• The other end has a combination head with a 15 mm external hexagon and a 6 mm internal hexagon

Lengths:  142, 148, 157, 177, and 197 mm hubs

Spline Head Skewers

Material:  Black anodized 6061 aluminum

Thread:  M12 x 1.5

Lengths:

• PMW 12 mm Dropouts:  142, 148, 157, 177, and 197 mm hubs
• PMW dropouts for the Syntace X-12 System: 142, 148, 157, 177, and 197 mm hubs

Features:  Splined interface between the handle and the skewer gives the option of twenty-two handle positions

Combination Head Skewers

Material:  Black anodized 6061 aluminum

Thread:

• One end is threaded M15 x 1.5 mm with a 5 mm internal hexagon
• The other end has a combination head with a 15 mm external hexagon and a 6 mm internal hexagon

Lengths:

• PMW dropouts:  100, 110, 135, 142, and 152 mm hubs
• Rockshox and Fox front forks:  100 and 110 mm hubs

Spline Head Skewers

Material:  Black anodized 6061 aluminum

Thread:  M15 x 1.5

Lengths:

• PMW 12 mm dropouts:  100, 110, 135, 142, and 152 mm hubs
• Rockshox and Fox front forks:  100 and 110 mm hubs

Features:  Splined interface between the handle and the skewer gives the option of twenty-two handle positions

Combination Head Skewers

Material:  Black anodized 6061 aluminum

Thread:

• One end is threaded M12 x 1.5 mm with a 5 mm internal hexagon
• The other end has a combination head with a 15 mm external hexagon and a 6 mm internal hexagon

Lengths:  100 and 110 mm hubs

Spline Head Skewers

Material:  Black anodized 6061 aluminum

Thread:  M12 x 1.5

Lengths:

• PMW 12 mm dropouts:  100 and 110 mm hubs
• Enve front forks: 100 mm hubs

Features:  Splined interface between the handle and the skewer gives the option of twenty-two handle positions