Diy Mountain Bike Mudguard
This is a pretty inexpensive part by bike part standards but i was really hoping someone had created a good pdf template i could use to go even cheaper.
Diy mountain bike mudguard. Demonstrating how to make a cheap mountain bike mudguard. From the full faced helmet downhill mountain biker to the lycra clad cross country rider. I notice some of you posting made it s skipped at least part of step 5 which is a shame. It replaced my previous self made summer edition micro guard before installing i heated it over kitchen gas stove in order to give it a proper shape.
Recently i installed new mudguard designed by my friend luke from hcc components you can download the pdf file here the mudguard is made from a black polypropylene sheet 1mm thick. Diy mountain bike fenders and mudguards. The global mountain bike network is the best mtb youtube channel with videos for everyone who loves dirt. The fifty fifty mtb mudguard and bike fender are one of the greatest mountain bike mudguards in the market today.
How to make a mudguard for your mountain bike mtb maintenance published on april 10th 2017. If you must buy one. A few months ago however i was in my local newsmongers and saw that mountain biking uk magazine was giving away one of these cheapo front mudguards. Mine will definitely have stickers prior to mud application.
Very easy and offers more customization than store bought. When it comes to winter mountain biking using a mudguard is an easy and affordable way to make it much more pleasant. This is an adjustable mountain bike fender put together by the greatest scientists and engineers to keep your bike well protected at all times. That s the reason i ve held off fitting a front mudguard for years when the mud is thick and sticky it mixes with dead vegetation and builds up on the fork arch until the front tyre starts rubbing.
Originally from the uk richard is a passionate mountain biker and mountain bike guide. Mudguards are great for keeping you kit and your bike that little bit cleaner and a must have for rainy mountain bike rides. Oct 26 2016 post with 4422 views. It features a design whereby the length of the unit can be modified to suit your bike.