What size bolt and nut do I need for the front of my bicycle wheel?

Basically, I think someone tried to steal it while it was at college. I found it and the bolt/nut that holds the wheel into the bike's frame was missing.

It's a Schwinn bike with a 26" wheel. The guy at Academy Sports said I could get it from a hardware store.

Anyone know what size I need? Thanks

Bikes don't use "nuts and bolts" unless they're junk from Walmart. They use a quick release. If you have a low end bike, just take the whole wheel to a hardware store and someone there can help you. Should be a $1 fix.

I doubt they got the whole axle out, so you just need a pair of flange nuts. The standard size for front is M9x1, but on a bike of that type it could be something else. Bring the wheel to a hardware store.

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