What size fenders do I need for my bike?

The basic rule in fender fitting is that the fender should be at least 8mm wider than the tire; 10-12 mm is better. So if you’re running 32mm or 1 1/4″ (for 27″) tires, get 45mm fenders. If you’re running 42mm tires, get 50 or 52mm Fenders.

Are bike fenders worth it?

If you plan to ride during and after a rain shower, fenders will keep your back and your gear dry. If you ride on wet roads with no rain, fenders save you weight because your clothes stay dry. Water is heavy. If you ride i a rain storm, everything gets wet anyways.

Can you install fenders on any bike?

Bicycle fenders are not a one-size-fits-all accessory. They not only differ depending on your riding discipline and bike type, some bikes may not be compatible with a set of fenders at all.

Do short bike fenders work?

Shorter, clip-on fenders are slightly better than nothing, but very much worse than real fenders. Some rear racks have a flat plate on top which may prevent the “skunk stripe” on your back, but which do nothing to protect the bicycle.

How do I choose a bike mudguard?

The two main things to keep an eye out for are clearance (the distance between your frame and wheels), and if your frame has eyelets. Eyelets mean you should be able to fit full-length mudguards (depending on clearance). If not, clip-on mudguards are what you’ll have to work with.

What are fenders on a bike for?

Fenders (or “mudguards” as people outside the U.S. call them) are what will keep you from having a skunk stripe on your backside if you ride in the rain, and a front fender will help protect your feet and ankles from spray if you’re riding in the rain or even through a puddle.

Why are there no fenders on bikes?

Most road bikes are the equivalent of an open-top racing car. You just don’t ride them in the rain. And if you do, you are expected to be hard core enough that a little rain isn’t worth the weight and aerodynamic drag that the fenders would cause.

Are fenders worth it?

Think about it, even if you don’t know much about tonewood, hardware, and electronics, you probably trust a Fender guitar is of excellent quality. Ultimately, Fender’s quality is certainly undeniable and has endorsed such great artists over the years, proving that Fender is a great choice of top-tier guitars.

Where should I put my bike fenders?

From the get-go, you ideally need 20 to 30 millimeters of space between the tire and bridges and between the tire and fork crown to fit most traditional fenders.

Why do bikes not have fenders?

That being said, there are some slim fenders that can attach to some road bikes — although many/most road bikes currently being sold come without fender eyelets and are so aerodynamic that there isn’t enough space between the wheel and forks/stays to put a fender that would work a darn.

Can you put a mudguard on a road bike?

You can fit mudguards to pretty much any road bike these days. Yes even those with close clearances and no mudguard eyelets. One way to help make riding a little more comfortable in wet and cold weather is to fit a set of mudguards to your bike.