Front mud guards for bikes with cables on the downtube.
MonkeyHeaven
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Hi all, I have an XC Pro and would really like/need a front mud guard for the thing (I live in Wales and it gets MUDDY) but Im worried that I will buy one that wont fit, does anyone have the same bike or similar and have you managed to find one that fits correctly?
Thanks in advance...
Gaz
Thanks in advance...
Gaz
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I have this years FSRxc and the 09 Crud Catcher fits just fine on the downtube, even with the cables.You only need two tools: WD40 and Duck Tape.
If it doesn't move and should, use the WD40.
If it shouldn't move and does, use the tape.0 -
I know your pain re: muddy wales!
I have one of these:
http://www.cycraguard.co.uk/
on my pitch. it fits under the cables, with the cables and cable guides then bolting on top. works really well and neat. The holes in the guard were not in the right spot for my pitch (guessing same for your XC Pro), so I had to drill a hole in the guard in the right spot.
I have the rear version as well, which goes on and off in seconds.
Oh and a Neoguard as well: http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Mode ... elID=24478
so the neoguard and front guard stay on all the time, and keeps the crap off your face, and the rear goes on when I think it's needed.0 -
Get a proper mudguard! SKS Shockboard, fits to the fork, turns with the wheel, stops the forward mud too, perfect. May look slightly gimpy though But if you actually want to stop the mud instead of making a token effort with a tube guard, a moto-style guard is the way to go.Uncompromising extremist0
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i actually do have an SKS shockboard on my hardtail, and it works very well, but they break so easily.
but honestly, the combination of a crudcatcher style with a neoguard comes pretty damn close in terms of mud stoppage.0 -
I have an 08 xc pro and use one of the new crud catchers fine on it.0
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I've got a crudcatcher on my Rockhopper. Doesn't seem to affect gear shifts so I reckon you'll be fine strapping one to your downtube.0
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Thanks for all your replies gents, Ive ordered a neoguard and a crudcatcher, coz to be honest I just dont like the look of the moto style ones. SO hopefully it will fit on fine. Thanks again!0
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what the heck is wrong with you people!!!????
It's mud - there's nothing wrong with getting a bit dirty! I love getting the specs/goggles on and tearing it through mud all day. Racing stripes up my backside look ace 8)
If it's for cycling to work, fair enough. But come on, do you really need something to protect you from the big bad mud on the trails other than eye protection?0 -
yoohoo999 wrote:what the heck is wrong with you people!!!????
It's mud - there's nothing wrong with getting a bit dirty! I love getting the specs/goggles on and tearing it through mud all day. Racing stripes up my backside look ace 8)
If it's for cycling to work, fair enough. But come on, do you really need something to protect you from the big bad mud on the trails other than eye protection?You only need two tools: WD40 and Duck Tape.
If it doesn't move and should, use the WD40.
If it shouldn't move and does, use the tape.0 -
i must admit, for long muddy runs (sounds like something you get after a night on the curry!), Neoguards are pretty good, saves wiping the goggles/glasses.
But generally, I feel that mudguards kind of "sanitise" the whole experience of tearing through muddy woods.
I also love getting to the beer garden at the end of the day and everyone looking at me as if i'm some sort of fool because all you can see is where my goggles have been!0 -
yeah fair enough, if the paths are used my dog walkers/horseys then prob best to avoid eating dung.0
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Maybe it's just the conditions I ride in through winter, if you get muddy or soaked in the first mile the next 30 aren't so much fun. Summer mud is different but it's still easier to do the laundry if you've got mudguards... Or do y'all get your mums to clean your gear?
Plus, mud in your face = sheep poo in your mouth. Mmm.Uncompromising extremist0 -
Liquid streams of cow sh!t picked up by knobbly tyres and fine sprayed over the top into your face and onto your lips. ....mmmmm, slurpy, yes please!0
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Gives your immune system a workout!!0