{"product_id":"overfast-carbon-thru-axles","title":"Overfast Carbon Thru Axles - BLACK","description":"\u003ch1\u003eOverfast Carbon Fibre Thru Axles\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRedefining What's Possible.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarbon fibre transformed handlebars, wheels, seatposts and frames. Yet one of the bike's most important structural components remained largely unchanged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverfast asked a simple question: \u003cstrong\u003ewhy not the thru axle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe answer wasn't because carbon fibre couldn't be used—it was because nobody had successfully overcome the engineering challenges of combining ultra-low weight with the strength, durability and long-term reliability demanded by modern road bikes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter more than two years of research and development, Overfast introduced a completely new approach. The result is an ultra-light carbon fibre thru axle that combines advanced composite engineering with innovative mechanical locking technology to deliver exceptional performance without compromising rider confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe latest 2026 version introduces a precision-machined titanium insert within the 6mm hex interface, improving installation durability and helping prevent the hex socket from rounding during repeated installation and removal. It's another example of Overfast's commitment to refining every detail in pursuit of uncompromising performance.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew for 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrecision-machined titanium 6mm hex insert for increased durability\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelps prevent hex socket rounding during repeated installation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUltra-light carbon fibre construction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne-piece moulded carbon fibre axle cap\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePatent-pending MagicLock™ Physical Bonding Technology\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrecision-machined 7075 aluminium threaded interface\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDouble Groove Anti-Twist design\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUp to 60% lighter than conventional aluminium thru axles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFront axle weights from just \u003cstrong\u003e13.8g\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComplete axle sets from approximately \u003cstrong\u003e30g\u003c\/strong\u003e (model dependent)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTested beyond industry standards\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandmade and individually inspected before leaving the factory\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Carbon Fibre?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplacing aluminium with carbon fibre isn't simply about reducing weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarbon fibre allows material to be placed exactly where it's needed, producing an axle that's exceptionally light while maintaining the stiffness required for accurate wheel location and confident handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy rethinking the entire design rather than simply changing the material, Overfast has removed unnecessary weight from one of the most overlooked components on the bike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOne-Piece Carbon Construction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConventional lightweight aluminium thru axles often rely on making every section thinner to save weight, including the axle head itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverfast takes a different approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe one-piece moulded carbon fibre axle cap combines exceptional strength with controlled elasticity, allowing it to withstand repeated tightening loads without the fatigue associated with thin aluminium components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a lighter axle designed for long-term reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMagicLock™ Physical Bonding Technology\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the biggest challenges with carbon fibre thru axles is securely joining carbon fibre to metal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than relying solely on adhesive bonding, Overfast developed its patented \u003cstrong\u003eMagicLock™ Physical Bonding Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA precision-machined \u003cstrong\u003e7075 aluminium threaded insert\u003c\/strong\u003e incorporates an internal mechanical locking structure that physically interlocks with the expanding carbon fibre shaft before being permanently bonded with high-strength adhesive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven without adhesive, the mechanical interface withstands loads of up to \u003cstrong\u003e500kgf\u003c\/strong\u003e. Combined with structural bonding, testing has demonstrated tensile strength of up to \u003cstrong\u003e900kgf\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing an exceptional margin of safety for real-world riding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDouble Groove Anti-Twist Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarbon fibre performs exceptionally well under tension, but resisting torsional loads requires careful engineering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverfast's Double Groove Anti-Twist design uses matching internal and external locking profiles to prevent the aluminium threaded insert from rotating independently of the carbon axle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a secure connection capable of withstanding repeated installation, removal and tightening without compromising structural integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe new \u003cstrong\u003e2026 titanium hex insert\u003c\/strong\u003e further enhances long-term durability by reinforcing the tool interface, ensuring consistent engagement with a 6mm hex key even after repeated wheel changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEngineered for Confidence\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReducing weight should never come at the expense of reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Overfast Carbon Fibre Thru Axle undergoes extensive laboratory and real-world testing before reaching production, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEN fatigue testing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUCI impact testing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaximum torque testing to 19Nm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTensile testing up to 950kgf\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eX-ray inspection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLateral compression testing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarbon cap impact and fatigue testing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore than one year of real-world athlete testing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery axle is handmade, individually inspected and built with the same objective: delivering uncompromising performance without compromise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarbon fibre axle shaft\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne-piece moulded carbon fibre cap\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrecision-machined 7075 aluminium threaded interface\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitanium-reinforced 6mm hex insert (2026 Version)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMagicLock™ Physical Bonding Technology\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDouble Groove Anti-Twist construction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandmade construction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFront axle weights from 13.8g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComplete axle sets from approximately 30g (model dependent)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Stock It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Off The Front we're constantly searching for brands that challenge conventional thinking rather than simply refining existing products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverfast has done exactly that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than accepting the limitations of traditional aluminium or titanium thru axles, Overfast invested years of engineering into solving the challenges that prevented carbon fibre from becoming a viable alternative. 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