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cinelli contributor Reged: 01/17/04 Posts: 109 Re: Drangonfly Dropouts       11/29/04 03:17 PM (209.30.38.72) Edit   Reply   Quote   One possible explanation is the rougher surface gives a better contact area against the rear hub. If you look at the detail of the dropout on the Dragonfly (see Dragonfly image on Calfee website), there is minimal surface area for the axle nuts to "bite into" the dropout. The rougher surface may provide a better grip than a smoother surface. Post Extras

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