Race Blades on Carbon Forks

adifiddler

I am thinking of getting some SKS Race Blades to fit during the wetter months (if it can get any wetter than it has been) is it safe to attach them to carbon forks.

spasypaddy

how do race blades attach? as i am now considering the same question. Do they fit on normal road bikes that dont have mud guard holes??

steve23

they attactch via rubber starps, that go around the fork legs. they take about 5 mins to attatch!!!

i have got mine on carbon forks, and they are no problem!

Monty Dog

It's worth wrapping some tape around the forks and rear stays because grit can get under the mounting pads and scuff the paint a bit. You can also use cable ties if you're planning on leaving them in place for the season.

adifiddler

Yeah they just strap on



I was asking because i know carbon forks are not designed to be compressed in that way (the reason you shouldn't hang a rack from a carbon seat post) and scratches in carbon make a week point that will eventually aid a fracture.

AndyGates

There's compression and compression. Race blades are fine.

adifiddler

Cheers Andy

spasypaddy

will they fit all road bikes because there isnt alot of clearance above the wheels!?

Has anyone got a pics of them on their bike, just to make me feel more comfortable with spending £40

stevec205gti

They're not designed the same as full mudguards - they stop at the top of the forks on the front and at the bridge at the back, so they will fit bikes with no clearance.

Whilst they're not as good as full mudguards, they keep the worst of the elements off and are well worth the money, if only to keep your backside dry!!!

giant_man

I totally agree, they do a great job at what they're supposed to do!