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Topeak DeFender M1 Mountain Bike Fender (Front)
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Price:
$19.99
$14.01*
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| Part No: | B000ZKCLCK |
| Manufacturer: | Topeak |
| MFG Part: | GDF06300/TC9617 |
| Customer Rating: | 3.5 / 5.0 |
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- QR Fork Attachment fits ?ø 19.6~ø26 mm - M1
- Rear Angle Adjustable
- Two Tone Injected Nylon
- 190 g / 0.42 lb - M1
M1: Front fits most suspension forks including reverse crown forks . M2: Rear has a multi-pivot arm that adjusts for perfect angle/clearance . Rear includes quick release seatpost clamp to fit up to 34.9mm posts. Co-molded nylon/rubber construction. QR fork attachment included.
| Doesn't stay center, require frequent tightening, reduce shock abortion distance | 2010-07-16 | 2 / 5 |
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I bought this to convert my mountain bike to a commute bike hoping I can keep my shirt and tie clean by the time I reach the office. I rode it a couple of times after heavy rain on wet road and it does keep the water and dirt off me relatively well as a fender suppose to do.
The part I am disappointed is how it doesn't hold center and require frequent tightening after a few bumpy rides. I am afraid to over tighten it because it is held under the steering bracket by couple plastic pieces and a screw. It would work much better if it has some type of aluminum or alloy bracket.
The bracket also reduces the shock aborter travel distance by about 1.5 cm, this may not sound like a lot but on my bike it hits the top of the v-brake bracket every time I put some extra push on the pedal, especially on uphill ride or when I hit a speed bump. Although it does not hinder the brake function, after a mile of uphill ride and the fender knocking against the bracket I was not a happy rider at the end of the trip.
Their concept of easy removal when you want to get mud in your face is nice, but their mounting design just too flimsy to hold it on the bike, even just for the pave road.
Look for something else if you are looking for a fender on a mountain bike. |
| Rain Flaps | 2010-05-21 | 4 / 5 |
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| I'm the idiot who puts it on my suspension fork... i hit a root going downhill at about 30pmh, it bottomed out my shocks- It was kind of cool watching my new fender float near my face as I race away. I was REALLY tempted to buy another one- Its fairly simple to install, looks rugged ( for as good as a cheasy bike fender can look) but gets the job done it rain, and on the trails. Love the quick release- and works well with the rear fender. |
| good looking, perfect MTB fender for the price | 2010-05-17 | 5 / 5 |
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IMO this is the best looking fender out there. Price is right and the quality is superb.
Pro:
Detachable, Flexible materials and yet durable, the bottom of the mounting piece is reinforced by metal, will fit with most of the shocks out there because it comes with 2 mounting pieces in different size.
Cons:
None! |
| Excellent bike fender | 2010-05-01 | 5 / 5 |
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I use a TREK 4300 for daily commuting. I friend bought a set of Serfas fenders but Topeak M1 is quite better.
Great aerodynamic design, I was afraid it makes my bike look older but now I'm not planning to remove it ever. Serfas fenders don't look that good.
Good materials: Durable black plastic. The gray parts you see in the picture are soft transparent nylon borders. Serfas fenders seem weaker than Topeak M1.
Easy to install: You can remove front and rear the parts just pushing a button. Serfas fenders have to be removed completely.
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| Breaks way too easy. | 2010-04-03 | 2 / 5 |
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| I have the same complaint as the rest, mine broke right at mounting point, except I made the mistake of replacing it with another one and guess what...it broke in the same place too on the first ride. I would say that if you are looking for a fender for a commuter bike, this one would work, but two of them broke while doing light trail riding. Topeak should change the name to something other than mountain bike fender. |
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