What do fenders do on a bike?
A fender is essentially a covering for your bike tires that protects you from the rain. Riding with fenders will prevent the rain from splashing a streak of muddy water up your back, over your shoes and on your face.
How do I choose a bike fender?
The basic rule in fender fitting is that the fender should be at least 8mm wider than the tire; 10-12 mm is better. So if you’re running 32mm or 1 1/4″ (for 27″) tires, get 45mm fenders. If you’re running 42mm tires, get 50 or 52mm Fenders.
Is it bad for bikes to be in the rain?
Biking in the rain is more dangerous than riding in dry conditions for an obvious reason: slippery when wet. The road itself is slicker, and so are trail obstacles. Painted surfaces and metal road features are like ice.
Can you ride a road bike in the rain?
If you ride in the rain often, you’ll need to wash your bike more frequently than you would in dry conditions. Rain loosens up oil and debris on the road which will wind up on your bike and in your drivetrain. If you’re commuting in the rain, try to bring a dry towel with you or have a stash at work.
Are bicycle fenders universal?
Bicycle fenders are not a one-size-fits-all accessory. They not only differ depending on your riding discipline and bike type, some bikes may not be compatible with a set of fenders at all.
How do I know what size fender I need for my bike?
Check your tire width (which is printed on the side of your tire), and choose fenders at least 8mm wider than the tire. For example, if you’re running a 42mm tire, choose fenders that are at least 50mm wide.
Will rain rust my bike?
Bikes parked in places with a lot of rain or humidity are more likely to corrode more quickly. Slusser says just leaving your bike out for a couple days isn’t a big deal—even if it’s left in the rain. But after a week, you’ll start to see visible damage.
Should you dry your bike after rain?
Tip 1 – Make it a Routine Train yourself to have a routine after each ride. Especially after a wet one in winter. If you can, wash and / or dry your bicycle as soon as you step off it. If it’s safe and you can get out of any lingering rain, you should dry it straight away.