Useful tips

Can you fit mudguards to a giant Defy?

Can you fit mudguards to a giant Defy?

The Giant Road Bike mudguard set was specifically designed to fit perfectly on their aluminium bikes like the very popular Defy. With little installation you™ll have a solid fit mudguard ready to take on all-winter riding. With little installation you™ll have a solid fit mudguard ready to take on all-winter riding.

Do mudguards fit all bikes?

Full-Length Mudguards Unfortunately they don’t fit every bike, which is why this guide doesn’t just end here. A mud flap on the rear mudguard will in turn protect anybody riding behind you. Full-length mudguards also offer the best protection for your bike, helping to keep water, salt, and grime out of the components.

What size bike mudguards do I need?

Mudguards are often sold without any tyre size guidance, just the width of the guard. In that case, you generally want a guard about 10mm wider than the tyre section.

Which is the best brand of mudguards to buy?

Honjo makes some of the most respected mudguards out there. Japanese manufacturer, Honjo, makes some of the nicest mudguards out there, with quality that is pretty much unparalleled. Naturally, such quality comes at a price and £90 / $125 is the starting point for a set of these very special mudguards.

Which is the best bike for mudguards and fenders?

Crud Road Racers are a great option for bikes without eyelets but are undoubtedly a hassle to fit. However, if your bike has especially tight clearances or lacks eyelets, these are the best options available. Mudguards aren’t limited to road use and can make a world of difference off road.

Which is the best mudguard for wide tyres?

Specialized’s alloy Dry-Tech mudguards are a great option if you want to use wide tyres or if you want to take advantage of the ‘plug and play’ compatibility the brand offers on certain models. Fitting is fairly easy and the price is competitive compared to other alloy mudguards.

Can you put mudguards on your seatposts?

Mudguards aren’t limited to road use and can make a world of difference off road. Clip-on mudguards, which typically attach to your seatpost, are your last option and give the least amount of coverage of all the styles of mudguards.