12mm and 15mm MAXLE thru-axle holder

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**Update:** I've upgraded my road bike with a 12mm thru-axle, prompting me to redesign the part from scratch using Fusion360 (F3D file included) to accommodate both 12mm and 15mm axles. **Update:** A MAXLE with a 15mm axle is one thing, but when I swapped out my RockShox fork for a spare Fox fork, I encountered an issue - the quick release Fox axle was larger in diameter, causing it to push against the plastic bin holding the holder. In cold weather, this led to the holder popping off. This redesign addresses both issues by making it compatible with quick release thru-axles and allowing me to drill a hole for an M5 bolt. My bike features a 15mm thru-axle that needs to be removed every time I transport my bike in the car. Initially, I'd reinstall the axle in the fork, only to need to remove it again to put the wheel back on. To avoid this hassle, I created a simple holder and attached it to a bin (containing spare shoes, helmets, clothes, etc.) using double-sided tape. The holder provides a loose fit, allowing the axle to snap in easily while keeping it securely in place. When I remove the axle from my bike, I simply pop it into the holder, where it stays until I'm ready to reinstall the wheel. Curious about the 6mm hex wrench used with the axle? It's held in place by a magnet salvaged from an old hard drive that's been taped to the inside of the bin. A gaffer's tape on the hex wrench prevents it from getting stuck too far into the holder, ensuring it won't hit the fork when I turn it.