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[Closed] Crud Road Racer Mk2 on a cross bike?

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Any one tried them on 32mm tyres?
Road CC say they are a bit fragile. I'll mostly be using them on tow paths and Sustrans routes, so they are just to keep water off me really, but I wouldn't want something that breaks if I do get it packed with mud.


 
Posted : 02/11/2014 9:03 am
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If you have them already the go for it.
I wouldn't choose them over the sks ones.


 
Posted : 02/11/2014 9:16 am
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Biggest they'll cover is 25mm & you need a caliper to attach them too.

If you're looking for guards that'll attach to a frame without mounts, try Axiom axle runners.


 
Posted : 02/11/2014 9:22 am
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I couldn't make them clear 25mn, had to put 23s back on. Even then the slightest thing on the tyre and they're grinding away.

Wiggle have the zefal croozer/swan pack for under a tenner. They're like a thinner version of most MTB guards - I got a set for when I inevitably get fed up with the roadracers.


 
Posted : 02/11/2014 9:45 am
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Roadracers worked fine on my road bike with 28s

Planet X are doing some Vavert guards for about £13. Look very good - planning on picking up a set


 
Posted : 02/11/2014 9:46 am
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The set I had fell apart. The heads on the little plastic screw things seem to break off very easily.


 
Posted : 02/11/2014 10:06 am
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I can't get mine to fit 25mm Aksiums without letting some air out so clearance must be in thou.


 
Posted : 02/11/2014 10:09 am
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I use the Zefals above. They are great although the rubber straps perish quickly (I use the rubber bands from a crud guard). Do a decent job of keeping me dry although not much use in a group as guy behind gets soaked from rear wheel !


 
Posted : 02/11/2014 10:33 am
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Thanks for the various suggestions.
Those Zefals look good, except that I would prefer something that extends forward of the fork to keep the spray off my face.
The [url= http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/sks-beavertail-mudguard-xl-set/rp-prod34474 ]SKS Beavertail[/url] looks like it would do a better job for not much more money.


 
Posted : 02/11/2014 10:56 pm

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