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Spring is here \u2013 and so too is the sun! Or is it? Maybe if you\u2019re lucky. For most of us, however, spring only means a continuation of the mud that arrived in winter. Actually, it seems like there\u2019s even more now that it\u2019s not frozen.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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With all the rain that signals spring come muddy trails and wet roads, which can mean a muddy face and bike after what feels like every ride. If you\u2019ve not ridden over the winter but have now deemed it safe enough to step off the turbo for the warmer months, then you may not be prepared for these sorts of conditions. So, how can we make the transition that little bit easier?<\/p>\n

There is a number of factors when it comes to the enjoyment of your ride through these muddy months. Mostly, it will be a personal preference as to how wet and muddy you mind getting, but there are some pretty valid points for protecting you and your bike from drowning yourself in spray:<\/p>\n

– You\u2019ll save yourself from a wet and muddy bum
\n– Your feet will stay dryer for longer
\n– You\u2019ll save the person behind you from also being soaked by spray
\n– It\u2019s better for your bike, reducing the amount of maintenance it will need<\/p>\n

So, it\u2019s clear that we\u2019re onto a winner here, so how can you protect yourself, your bike and your friends from a deluge this spring?<\/p>\n

\"Mud\"<\/a>
However, the best kind of mud will always be no mud at all. \u00a9 Profimedia<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Mudguards<\/strong><\/h2>\n

This is the number one thing you can do to protect yourself against the elements. Mudguards, also known as fenders, mostly come in two types: fixed mudguards, and those for frames without eyelets, aka clip-on mudguards.<\/p>\n

Some may opt for clip-ons just to be able to take them off easily \u2013 because let\u2019s be honest, they don\u2019t have the coolest reputation.\u00a0You can get many lengths from full-length, which offers the most protection, to \u2018ass-saver\u2019 types, which simply stop your bum from getting wet. You\u2019ll decide what suits you best.<\/p>\n

When you\u2019re choosing mudguards,<\/a> it\u2019s important to consider the amount of clearance you have on your tyres. You want enough clearance so your mudguards will fit, as well as leaving enough space so that they don\u2019t rub or accumulate mud. Often there will be a maximum tyre clearance and tyre width included with the mudguard you want to buy.<\/p>\n

Choosing a mudguard that fits will ensure the best protection for you and your bike, preventing any damage to your frame that could be associated with an ill-fitting mudguard.<\/p>\n

Similarly, if you plan on attaching any bags to your bike, then consider how these might be impacted by mudguards. Try everything on at once if it\u2019s possible.<\/p>\n

Bike-frame protection<\/strong><\/h2>\n

This one is useful both on its own, and complementary to your accessories such as your mudguards and your bike bags.\u00a0In winter and spring, you\u2019re likely to pick up lots of dirt, grit and debris from the road and the trails. Those little bits of grit can work their way under any straps and your mudguards to rub at your frame until the paint is no more.<\/p>\n

Bike-frame protection offers a solution to this problem, providing a barrier between your shiny polished frame and whatever the elements throw at it. Some tapes \u2013 the thicker and more absorbent ones \u2013 can even prevent structural damage from something like a rock bouncing up off the trail or a minor crash.<\/p>\n

You can buy full-frame protection or you can buy strips to put on your frame where there are rubbing points, e.g. where a bag is strapped to your frame.<\/p>\n

These can come clear or in various colours and designs, and can even be customised to your bike. Depending on the level of protection you opt for, these will of course add a bit of weight to your bike, so you might want to consider this if you\u2019re a lightweight roadie.<\/p>\n

Clean your bike<\/strong><\/h2>\n

It\u2019s maybe not the advice you were looking for but if you want to protect your bike against those muddy spring rides, then cleaning it is a surefire way of doing so.<\/p>\n

At the end of each muddy ride, at the very least, you should be rinsing your bike off, getting the worst of the mud off it so it doesn\u2019t continue to work its way into all your moving parts and cause unnecessary corrosion.<\/p>\n

Further to this, if you want your bike to run smoothly, then keeping your chain, cassette and derailleurs clean and lubricated is really important. After you\u2019ve rinsed the mud off your bike, you\u2019ll want to degrease your chain as well as the parts your chain moves through, and clean these thoroughly using a specialist chain degreaser. After this, apply a fresh layer of wet chain lube<\/a> to your shiny chain, ready for your next ride.<\/p>\n

With these top 3 tips for protecting your bike against mud this spring, you and your bike will be sure to make it through the season and into the sunnier months. Remain hopeful \u2013 the mud will eventually dry up!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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