Front mud guards for bikes with cables on the downtube.

MonkeyHeaven
MonkeyHeaven Posts: 36
edited June 2009 in MTB buying advice
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

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  • Daz555
    Daz555 Posts: 3,976
    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.
  • RhysD
    RhysD Posts: 105
    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.
  • Northwind
    Northwind Posts: 14,675
    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 :wink: 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 extremist
  • RhysD
    RhysD Posts: 105
    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.
  • fcumok
    fcumok Posts: 283
    I have an 08 xc pro and use one of the new crud catchers fine on it.
  • therealboyjones
    therealboyjones Posts: 242
    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.
    There is a time to surf and a time to wax your board.....

    '09 Trek Remedy 8
  • MonkeyHeaven
    MonkeyHeaven Posts: 36
    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!
  • yoohoo999
    yoohoo999 Posts: 940
    what the heck is wrong with you people!!!???? :lol:

    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?
  • Daz555
    Daz555 Posts: 3,976
    yoohoo999 wrote:
    what the heck is wrong with you people!!!???? :lol:

    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?
    I just use a Crudcatcher and like that it keeps 90% of the crap off my glasses.
    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.
  • yoohoo999
    yoohoo999 Posts: 940
    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! :lol:
  • RhysD
    RhysD Posts: 105
    yoohoo999 wrote:
    It's mud - there's nothing wrong with getting a bit dirty!

    it's not just mud. the trails I use are full of horse shit and worse.

    after I got dog shit sprayed all over my self, and nearly threw up right there on the trail, i keep those front guards on now.
  • yoohoo999
    yoohoo999 Posts: 940
    yeah fair enough, if the paths are used my dog walkers/horseys then prob best to avoid eating dung.
  • Northwind
    Northwind Posts: 14,675
    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? :wink:

    Plus, mud in your face = sheep poo in your mouth. Mmm.
    Uncompromising extremist
  • blister pus
    blister pus Posts: 5,780
    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! :lol:
  • therealboyjones
    therealboyjones Posts: 242
    Gives your immune system a workout!!
    There is a time to surf and a time to wax your board.....

    '09 Trek Remedy 8

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