Seeking Unique Fenders

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Hello all,

I recently began bike commuting again. I ride a full suspension Giant mtn bike. The good news is that I have the ability to include a few miles of trail each way, but the bad news is that during these wet months my clip-on fenders (SKS/PlanetBike) only provide moderate coverage and I still get some mud on my backpack, but more so on my feet and lower legs from the front tire.


So I’m looking for a more road bike type fender I can use during the week and maybe ditch for the weekend. The only thing I’ve come up with so far is buying some then modifying them to fit my bike. Ideally I would like the front fender to mount to the fork arch as opposed to the bottom of the steerer tube, and the rear fender to mount on and move with the swingarm, instead of mounting to the seatpost.



I’m sure I’ll be able to figure something out but just thought I’d see if anyone has any better ideas.

Thanks for any help,

Craig

It sounds like you have something like this http://www.performancebike.com/shop/Profile.cfm?SKU=23162&item=40-3664&slitrk=search&slisearch=true ? They don't provide too much coverage for you and nothing for someone who might ride with you.

I'm not sure how well these would work with a mt. bike (they do say they'll work with hybrids and they are very bendable and adaptable) and their not as good as full coverage fenders, but certainly better than what you've got, are "speed fenders" like this http://www.performancebike.com/shop/Profile.cfm?SKU=19613&item=40-2180&slitrk=search&slisearch=true , both SKS and Planet Freddy make them. You can still take them on and off relatively easily and they don't require any hardware. They are still not perfect and for better performance you should add a "buddy flap" (you can make your own or purchase them) to both the front and back. Your legs will likely still get a bit of spray, but its not too much.

Eden,

I think I'll give them a try; That might be just the design I'm looking for.

Thanks for the recommendation,

Craig