{"id":55990,"date":"2023-11-02T12:00:44","date_gmt":"2023-11-02T11:00:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/?p=751203"},"modified":"2023-11-02T13:46:11","modified_gmt":"2023-11-02T12:46:11","slug":"best-mountain-bike-mudguards-5-front-and-rear-mtb-mudguards-plus-our-buyers-guide","status":"publish","type":"rss_feed","link":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/cyclingplus\/rss_feed\/best-mountain-bike-mudguards-5-front-and-rear-mtb-mudguards-plus-our-buyers-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Best mountain bike mudguards | 5 front and rear MTB mudguards, plus our buyer\u2019s guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"rssexcerpt\"> Our pick of the best front and rear MTB mudguards <\/p><p class=\"rssauthor\">By Finlay Anderson\n                \t\t<\/p><p class=\"rssbyline\">Published: Thursday, 02 November 2023 at 11:00 AM<\/p><hr class=\"no-tts wp-block-separator\"\/><?xml version=\"1.0\" encoding=\"UTF-8\" standalone=\"yes\"?>\n<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body> <p>Having one of the best mountain bike mudguards\u00a0on your bike may not be the most glamorous or exciting prospect, but when the trails get sloppy they are worth their weight a hundred times over.<\/p>\n<p>We know there\u2019s nothing particularly cool or fancy about a mountain bike mudguard (or mountain bike fenders, in some parts of the world). However, if you want to ride trails with clear vision this winter, we\u2019d highly recommend you find the right mudguard for you and your bike.<\/p>\n<p>Not all mountain bike mudguards are created equal, so we\u2019ve put some of the best options to the test for you.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re unsure which MTB mudguard is best for you, we\u2019ve got a <a href=\"#mtb-mudguard-buyers-guide\">buyer\u2019s guide at the end of this article<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>Best mountain bike mudguards<\/h2>\n<h3>Mudhugger EVO Bolt-on<\/h3> <div class=\"editorial-rating-summary editorial-rating-summary--\"> <div class=\"ratings-stars \"> <div class=\"ratings-stars__icons\"> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"icon-rating-star icon-star-fill\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"icon-rating-star icon-star-fill\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"icon-rating-star icon-star-fill\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"icon-rating-star icon-star-fill\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"icon-rating-star icon-star-fill\"\/> <\/div> <span class=\"ratings-stars__value\"> <span class=\"sr-only\">5.0 out of 5 star rating<\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <ul class=\"monetizer-in-text-link-list\"> <li data-type=\"in-text\" class=\"monetizer-in-text-link\" data-config=\"{&quot;nameKeywords&quot;: &quot;Mudhugger EVO Bolt-on&quot;, &quot;priceMin&quot;: 25, &quot;sid&quot;: &quot;term-bikeradar-22094-its-txt-pos&quot;}\" data-text=\"&lt;b&gt;Buy now&lt;\/b&gt; from {merchant} ({price}), {merchant} ({price}) and {merchant} ({price}).\"> <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<script><![CDATA[ (function () { var s = document.createElement('script'); s.type = 'text\/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = \"\/\/bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\/widget\/intext\/app.bundle.js\"; s.onload = function () { new inText({ domain: \"bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\", shopId: 608, geolocation: true, }); }; var x = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; x.parentNode.insertBefore(s, x); \/\/trim whitespace from li to flag empty items (twig seems to strip out closing if you remove the space..... 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class=\"caption-copy\"><i class=\"icon-arrow icon-camera-circle\"\/> Fork seals are well-protected by a pair of \u2018wings\u2019.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"im-image-caption\"> <i>Andy McCandlish \/ Our Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> \u00a330 \/ $48 as tested<\/li>\n<li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 124g<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The Mudhugger EVO Bolt-on\u2019s protection is great, keeping us clean down to knee level, without the guard feeling oversized. Fork seals are well-protected by a pair of \u2018wings\u2019.<\/p>\n<p>The bolt-on mount is secure, so there\u2019s less movement over rough ground than with strap-on models. Made from recycled and recyclable polypropylene, this is as sustainable as a mudguard gets. Adaptors exist for many <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/advice\/buyers-guides\/best-mountain-bike-suspension-forks\/\">MTB forks<\/a>, and if there isn\u2019t one for yours, the zip tie and Velcro version offers the same performance.<\/p>\n<p>The only downside of the bolt-on design is it\u2019s not as quick and easy to swap between forks or remove for storage as a fender with zip ties or Velcro mounts.<\/p>\n<div class=\"monetizer__price-comparison-container\" data-position=\"adhoc\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"monetizer__price-comparison-title monetizer-title\" style=\"background-color: #; color: #000000\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"monetizer__deals\" data-type=\"price-comparison\" data-config=\"{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;608&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;flxmmtwnoj&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;Mudhugger EVO Bolt-on&quot;,&quot;excludeKeywords&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;geolocation&quot;:true,&quot;limit&quot;:&quot;4&quot;,&quot;priceRange&quot;:&quot;21-39&quot;,&quot;sid&quot;:&quot;term-bikeradar-22094-pcs-txt-pos&quot;}\"\/> <div class=\"monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text body-copy-extra-small editor-content\"\/><\/div> <h3>RRP ProGuard Max<\/h3> <div class=\"editorial-rating-summary editorial-rating-summary--\"> <div class=\"ratings-stars \"> <div class=\"ratings-stars__icons\"> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"icon-rating-star icon-star-fill\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"icon-rating-star icon-star-fill\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"icon-rating-star icon-star-fill\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"icon-rating-star icon-star-fill\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"icon-rating-star icon-star-fill\"\/> <\/div> <span class=\"ratings-stars__value\"> <span class=\"sr-only\">5.0 out of 5 star rating<\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <ul class=\"monetizer-in-text-link-list\"> <li data-type=\"in-text\" class=\"monetizer-in-text-link\" data-config=\"{&quot;nameKeywords&quot;: &quot;RRP ProGuard Max&quot;, &quot;priceMin&quot;: 25, &quot;sid&quot;: &quot;term-bikeradar-22094-its-txt-pos&quot;}\" data-text=\"&lt;b&gt;Buy now&lt;\/b&gt; from {merchant} ({price}), {merchant} ({price}) and {merchant} ({price}).\"> <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<script><![CDATA[ (function () { var s = document.createElement('script'); s.type = 'text\/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = \"\/\/bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\/widget\/intext\/app.bundle.js\"; s.onload = function () { new inText({ domain: \"bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\", shopId: 608, geolocation: true, }); }; var x = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; x.parentNode.insertBefore(s, x); \/\/trim whitespace from li to flag empty items (twig seems to strip out closing if you remove the space..... 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https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2023\/10\/Best-mountain-bike-mudguards-RRP-ProGuard-Max-ea27111.jpg?quality=45&amp;resize=1110%2C740 2x\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"> <img class=\"wp-image-751211 align size-landscape_thumbnail image-handler__image image-handler__image--aspect no-wrap js-lazyload\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2023\/10\/Best-mountain-bike-mudguards-RRP-ProGuard-Max-ea27111.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=619%2C413\" width=\"620\" height=\"413\" alt=\"RRP ProGuard Max - mountain bike mudguard\" title=\"Best mountain bike mudguards - RRP ProGuard Max\"\/>\n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div><div class=\"caption-hold\"><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"caption-copy\"><i class=\"icon-arrow icon-camera-circle\"\/> The ProGuard protects you from crud to well below the knee, while also protecting the fork seals<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"im-image-caption\"> <i>Andy McCandlish \/ Our Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> \u00a329 as tested<\/li>\n<li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 104g<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>RRP\u2019s ProGuard mudguard has a choice of upper mounting holes and the option to use Velcro straps (not included, but available from RRP) instead of the supplied zip ties. This enables you to customise the fit, fork dimensions allowing.<\/p>\n<p>The length of this fender means it shields you from mud splashes below your knees, and it protects fork seals, too. It\u2019s lighter than others offering similar coverage.<\/p>\n<p>Movement over rough terrain is minimal, thanks to the double mounts for each fork leg.<\/p>\n<p>However, fitting is more complex than some, and RRP\u2019s Velcro strap kits are pricey (\u00a39.99 or \u00a319.99 with rubber fork protectors).<\/p>\n<div class=\"monetizer__price-comparison-container\" data-position=\"adhoc\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"monetizer__price-comparison-title monetizer-title\" style=\"background-color: #; color: #000000\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"monetizer__deals\" data-type=\"price-comparison\" data-config=\"{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;608&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;flxmmtwnoj&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;RRP ProGuard Max&quot;,&quot;excludeKeywords&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;geolocation&quot;:true,&quot;limit&quot;:&quot;4&quot;,&quot;priceRange&quot;:&quot;20.3-37.7&quot;,&quot;sid&quot;:&quot;term-bikeradar-22094-pcs-txt-pos&quot;}\"\/> <div class=\"monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text body-copy-extra-small editor-content\"\/><\/div> <h3>Rockguardz CG450<\/h3> <div class=\"editorial-rating-summary editorial-rating-summary--\"> <div class=\"ratings-stars \"> <div class=\"ratings-stars__icons\"> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"icon-rating-star icon-star-fill\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"icon-rating-star icon-star-fill\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"icon-rating-star icon-star-fill\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"icon-rating-star icon-star-fill\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"icon-rating-star icon-star-half\"\/> <\/div> <span class=\"ratings-stars__value\"> <span class=\"sr-only\">4.5 out of 5 star rating<\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <ul class=\"monetizer-in-text-link-list\"> <li data-type=\"in-text\" class=\"monetizer-in-text-link\" data-config=\"{&quot;nameKeywords&quot;: &quot;Rockguardz CG450&quot;, &quot;priceMin&quot;: 40, &quot;sid&quot;: &quot;term-bikeradar-22094-its-txt-pos&quot;}\" data-text=\"&lt;b&gt;Buy now&lt;\/b&gt; from {merchant} ({price}), {merchant} ({price}) and {merchant} ({price}).\"> <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<script><![CDATA[ (function () { var s = document.createElement('script'); s.type = 'text\/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = \"\/\/bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\/widget\/intext\/app.bundle.js\"; s.onload = function () { new inText({ domain: \"bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\", shopId: 608, geolocation: true, }); }; var x = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; x.parentNode.insertBefore(s, x); \/\/trim whitespace from li to flag empty items (twig seems to strip out closing if you remove the space..... 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https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2023\/10\/Best-mountain-bike-mudguards-Rockguardz-CG450-3a2187f.jpg?quality=45&amp;resize=1110%2C740 2x\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"> <img class=\"wp-image-751210 align size-landscape_thumbnail image-handler__image image-handler__image--aspect no-wrap js-lazyload\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2023\/10\/Best-mountain-bike-mudguards-Rockguardz-CG450-3a2187f.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=619%2C413\" width=\"620\" height=\"413\" alt=\"Rockguardz CG450 - mountain bike mudguard\" title=\"Best mountain bike mudguards - Rockguardz CG450\"\/>\n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div><div class=\"caption-hold\"><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"caption-copy\"><i class=\"icon-arrow icon-camera-circle\"\/> The CG450 is made from lightweight carbon fibre, there is also a plastic version available, which is both lighter and cheaper.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"im-image-caption\"> <i>Andy McCandlish \/ Our Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> \u00a348 as tested<\/li>\n<li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 105g<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Made from light but tough carbon fibre, this mudguard is laid up by hand in Shropshire, England. A plastic version is also available for a little less (PG450, \u00a323.50).<\/p>\n<p>The CG450 shields you from mud and water from the knees up, and also protects fork seals.<\/p>\n<p>It has a moulded hump on top, which butts up against the fork brace to give a solid fixing. We didn\u2019t find a fork that it didn\u2019t sit well with.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s worth noting that the plastic version is 15g lighter and half the price. 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Short\"\/>\n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div><div class=\"caption-hold\"><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"caption-copy\"><i class=\"icon-arrow icon-camera-circle\"\/> The Mucky Nutz MugGuard Short does a good job of keeping your top half clean despite its size.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"im-image-caption\"> <i>Andy McCandlish \/ Our Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> \u00a320 as tested<\/li>\n<li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 78g<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Despite this being the \u2018Short\u2019 version, coverage is good enough to keep your top half clean and fork seals free from grit and water.<\/p>\n<p>Slots (rather than holes) on the top enable adjustment to suit different forks and tyres, while double mounts on the legs ensure a rock-solid fit.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s light, stable on rocky trails, doesn\u2019t clog 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Rear Mudhugger-11\"\/>\n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div><div class=\"caption-hold\"><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"caption-copy\"><i class=\"icon-arrow icon-camera-circle\"\/> On the trail, other riders were quite vocal about its looks.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"im-image-caption\"> <i>Ian Linton \/ Our Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> \u00a335 \/ $55 as tested<\/li>\n<li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 306g (large)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The Mudhugger MK2 Rear Mudhugger offers excellent protection from mud and slop flying up from your back wheel.<\/p>\n<p>The rear MTB mudguard is lightweight, affordable, and easy to fit and remove.<\/p>\n<p>It can be noisy on rough terrain, though, and its looks might not be to your personal taste.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/reviews\/accessories\/mudguards\/mountain-bike-mudguards\/mudhugger-mk2-rear-mudhugger-review\/\">Read our full Mudhugger MK2 Rear Mudhugger review<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"monetizer__price-comparison-container\" data-position=\"adhoc\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"monetizer__price-comparison-title monetizer-title\" style=\"background-color: #; color: #000000\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"monetizer__deals\" data-type=\"price-comparison\" data-config=\"{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;608&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;flxmmtwnoj&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;Mudhugger MK2 Rear Mudhugger&quot;,&quot;excludeKeywords&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;geolocation&quot;:true,&quot;limit&quot;:&quot;4&quot;,&quot;priceRange&quot;:&quot;24.5-45.5&quot;,&quot;sid&quot;:&quot;term-bikeradar-22094-pcs-txt-pos&quot;}\"\/> <div class=\"monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text body-copy-extra-small 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https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2023\/10\/Best-mountain-bike-mudguards-Crud-XL-Fender-ba92f1c.jpg?quality=45&amp;resize=1110%2C740 2x\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"> <img class=\"wp-image-751206 align size-landscape_thumbnail image-handler__image image-handler__image--aspect no-wrap js-lazyload\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2023\/10\/Best-mountain-bike-mudguards-Crud-XL-Fender-ba92f1c.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=619%2C413\" width=\"620\" height=\"413\" alt=\"Crud XL Fender - mountain bike mudguard\" title=\"Best mountain bike mudguards - Crud XL Fender\"\/>\n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div><div class=\"caption-hold\"><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"caption-copy\"><i class=\"icon-arrow icon-camera-circle\"\/> Thanks to its length and easy position adjustment, the Crud XL offers protection from your face to your knees.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"im-image-caption\"> <i>Andy McCandlish \/ Our Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> \u00a330 as tested<\/li>\n<li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 196g<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Fitting is easy, using rubber O-rings, which pop on and off easily, and have so far proven friendly to paintwork.<\/p>\n<p>Coverage is excellent \u2013 the Crud mudguard protects you from your face to your knees, thanks to its length and easy position adjustment.<\/p>\n<p>However, with a more complex, multi-piece construction than most competitors, the XL Fender is pretty heavy. Its split design leaves the fork seals more exposed than some, too.<\/p>\n<p>We also noticed a knocking noise on rough trails; unable to replicate this in the workshop, we put it down to the mudguard\u2019s long \u2018legs\u2019 contacting the fork legs.<\/p>\n<div class=\"monetizer__price-comparison-container\" data-position=\"adhoc\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"monetizer__price-comparison-title monetizer-title\" style=\"background-color: #; color: #000000\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"monetizer__deals\" data-type=\"price-comparison\" data-config=\"{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;608&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;flxmmtwnoj&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;Crud XL Fender&quot;,&quot;excludeKeywords&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;geolocation&quot;:true,&quot;limit&quot;:&quot;4&quot;,&quot;priceRange&quot;:&quot;21-39&quot;,&quot;sid&quot;:&quot;term-bikeradar-22094-pcs-txt-pos&quot;}\"\/> <div class=\"monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text body-copy-extra-small editor-content\"\/><\/div> <h3>Topeak DeFender FX 279er<\/h3> <div class=\"editorial-rating-summary editorial-rating-summary--\"> <div class=\"ratings-stars \"> <div class=\"ratings-stars__icons\"> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"icon-rating-star icon-star-fill\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"icon-rating-star icon-star-fill\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"icon-rating-star icon-star-half\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"icon-rating-star icon-star-outline\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"icon-rating-star icon-star-outline\"\/> <\/div> <span class=\"ratings-stars__value\"> <span class=\"sr-only\">2.5 out of 5 star rating<\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <ul class=\"monetizer-in-text-link-list\"> <li data-type=\"in-text\" class=\"monetizer-in-text-link\" data-config=\"{&quot;nameKeywords&quot;: &quot;Topeak DeFender FX 279er&quot;, &quot;priceMin&quot;: 15, &quot;sid&quot;: &quot;term-bikeradar-22094-its-txt-pos&quot;}\" data-text=\"&lt;b&gt;Buy now&lt;\/b&gt; from {merchant} ({price}), {merchant} ({price}) and {merchant} ({price}).\"> <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<script><![CDATA[ (function () { var s = document.createElement('script'); s.type = 'text\/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = \"\/\/bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\/widget\/intext\/app.bundle.js\"; s.onload = function () { new inText({ domain: \"bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\", shopId: 608, geolocation: true, }); }; var x = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; x.parentNode.insertBefore(s, x); \/\/trim whitespace from li to flag empty items (twig seems to strip out closing if you remove the space..... 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data-srcset=\"https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2023\/10\/Best-mountain-bike-mudguards-Topeak-DeFender-FX-279er-2a0b2df.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=555%2C370, https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2023\/10\/Best-mountain-bike-mudguards-Topeak-DeFender-FX-279er-2a0b2df.jpg?quality=45&amp;resize=1110%2C740 2x\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"> <img class=\"wp-image-751212 align size-landscape_thumbnail image-handler__image image-handler__image--aspect no-wrap js-lazyload\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2023\/10\/Best-mountain-bike-mudguards-Topeak-DeFender-FX-279er-2a0b2df.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=619%2C413\" width=\"620\" height=\"413\" alt=\"Topeak DeFender FX 279er - mountain bike mudguard\" title=\"Best mountain bike mudguards - Topeak DeFender FX 279er\"\/>\n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div><div class=\"caption-hold\"><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"caption-copy\"><i class=\"icon-arrow icon-camera-circle\"\/> Weighing in at 203g, the DeFender FX 279er is on the heavy side.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"im-image-caption\"> <i>Andy McCandlish \/ Our Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> \u00a319<\/li>\n<li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 203g<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This mudguard attaches via a bung in the fork steerer and has front and rear portions, connected with quick-release clips, which are easy to fit and remove.<\/p>\n<p>Wheel coverage is great, so little spray reached our tester\u2019s top half. It\u2019s also the cheapest option here.<\/p>\n<p>Due to its design, the fender sits high above the tyre, so doesn\u2019t offer any fork-seal protection \u2013 a major reason for using a mudguard.<\/p>\n<p>Not only are the seals exposed to spray from below, but also to mud and water dripping from the fender itself.<\/p>\n<p>The front and rear sections flex with the slightest movement, or when riding over rough ground. It\u2019s heavy, too.<\/p>\n<div class=\"monetizer__price-comparison-container\" data-position=\"adhoc\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"monetizer__price-comparison-title monetizer-title\" style=\"background-color: #; color: #000000\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"monetizer__deals\" data-type=\"price-comparison\" data-config=\"{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;608&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;flxmmtwnoj&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;Topeak DeFender FX 279er&quot;,&quot;excludeKeywords&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;geolocation&quot;:true,&quot;limit&quot;:&quot;4&quot;,&quot;priceRange&quot;:&quot;13.3-24.7&quot;,&quot;sid&quot;:&quot;term-bikeradar-22094-pcs-txt-pos&quot;}\"\/> <div class=\"monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text body-copy-extra-small editor-content\"\/><\/div> <h2 id=\"mtb-mudguard-buyers-guide\">Mountain bike mudguard buyer\u2019s guide<\/h2>\n<div class=\"image-handler__container image-handler__container--aspect\" 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data-srcset=\"https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2023\/05\/Z9C6334-5c9b8d5.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=555%2C370, https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2023\/05\/Z9C6334-5c9b8d5.jpg?quality=45&amp;resize=1110%2C740 2x, https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2023\/05\/Z9C6334-5c9b8d5.jpg?quality=45&amp;resize=1667%2C1111 3x\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"> <img class=\"wp-image-728067 align size-landscape_thumbnail image-handler__image image-handler__image--aspect no-wrap js-lazyload\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2023\/05\/Z9C6334-5c9b8d5.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=620%2C413\" width=\"620\" height=\"413\" alt=\"Cev\u00e9lo ZFS-5 covered in mud.\" title=\"Z9C_6334\"\/>\n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div><div class=\"caption-hold\"><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"caption-copy\"><i class=\"icon-arrow icon-camera-circle\"\/> If your bike looks like this after most rides, you should look into getting a mudguard.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"im-image-caption\"> <i>Cerv\u00e9lo<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<p>So, you\u2019re fed up with mud and puddle water splashing up into your face and eyes while riding? Sounds as though you need a mudguard.<\/p>\n<p>The best front mudguards for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/advice\/buyers-guides\/best-mountain-bike\/\">mountain bikes<\/a> attach to the lowers of your suspension fork, sitting close to the wheel, and catching mud and spray before it even gets close to you or your bike. The bigger the guard, the bigger the coverage, so it\u2019s important to choose a mudguard that\u2019s suitable for your trail conditions.<\/p>\n<p>Zip ties used to be the standard method of attachment for most front mudguards due to their strength and low cost.<\/p>\n<p>However, in the last few years, different mounting methods have surfaced: some mudguards bolt directly onto your fork crown, whereas others use velcro straps in place of zip ties as a reusable and less wasteful alternative.<\/p>\n<h3>Do I need a mountain bike mudguard?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"image-handler__container image-handler__container--aspect\" style=\"padding-bottom: calc(100% \/ 1.501210653753);\"> <picture> <source media=\"(max-width: 320px)\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2023\/09\/SRAM-Eagle-Powertrain-electric-mountain-bike-motor-fitted-to-a-Nukeproof-Megawatt-enduro-eMTB-41-c694f0c.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=298%2C199, 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media=\"(min-width: 590px)\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2023\/09\/SRAM-Eagle-Powertrain-electric-mountain-bike-motor-fitted-to-a-Nukeproof-Megawatt-enduro-eMTB-41-c694f0c.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=555%2C370, https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2023\/09\/SRAM-Eagle-Powertrain-electric-mountain-bike-motor-fitted-to-a-Nukeproof-Megawatt-enduro-eMTB-41-c694f0c.jpg?quality=45&amp;resize=1109%2C740 2x, https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2023\/09\/SRAM-Eagle-Powertrain-electric-mountain-bike-motor-fitted-to-a-Nukeproof-Megawatt-enduro-eMTB-41-c694f0c.jpg?quality=45&amp;resize=1665%2C1111 3x, https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2023\/09\/SRAM-Eagle-Powertrain-electric-mountain-bike-motor-fitted-to-a-Nukeproof-Megawatt-enduro-eMTB-41-c694f0c.jpg?quality=45&amp;resize=2220%2C1481 4x\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"> <img class=\"wp-image-747346 align size-landscape_thumbnail image-handler__image image-handler__image--aspect no-wrap js-lazyload\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2023\/09\/SRAM-Eagle-Powertrain-electric-mountain-bike-motor-fitted-to-a-Nukeproof-Megawatt-enduro-eMTB-41-c694f0c.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=619%2C413\" width=\"620\" height=\"413\" alt=\"SRAM Eagle Powertrain electric mountain bike motor fitted to a Nukeproof Megawatt enduro eMTB ridden by Alex Evans, BikeRadar's senior technical editor on a mountain bike trail at the Golfie in the Scottish Borders, UK.\" title=\"SRAM Eagle Powertrain electric mountain bike motor fitted to a Nukeproof Megawatt enduro eMTB-41\"\/>\n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div><div class=\"caption-hold\"><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"caption-copy\"><i class=\"icon-arrow icon-camera-circle\"\/> Mudguards help keep your vision clear when it matters most.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"im-image-caption\"> <i>Dave Mackison \/ SRAM<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<p>If you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/advice\/workshop\/5-quick-ways-to-get-mountain-bike-ready-for-a-season-of-mud\/\">ride in the wet<\/a>, chances are you\u2019ll benefit from using a mudguard. Front mudguards are light, relatively inexpensive and durable.<\/p>\n<p>As well as protecting your face and eyes from mud and spray, they also act as an extra layer of protection for your fork seals, protecting them from dirt and grime build-up.<\/p>\n<p>Many of the best mountain bike mudguards are also easily removable, especially those that bolt directly to your fork or are attached by reusable Velcro strips. So, if you really wanted to, you could even remove your mudguard for dry days and deploy it when rain is forecast.<\/p>\n<h3>How to fit mudguards to a mountain bike<\/h3>\n<div class=\"image-handler__container image-handler__container--aspect\" style=\"padding-bottom: calc(100% \/ 1.501210653753);\"> <picture> <source media=\"(max-width: 320px)\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2020\/12\/Saracen-Zenith-Elite-LSL-2-e67eb5a.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=299%2C199, https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2020\/12\/Saracen-Zenith-Elite-LSL-2-e67eb5a.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=45&amp;resize=599%2C399 2x, https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2020\/12\/Saracen-Zenith-Elite-LSL-2-e67eb5a.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=45&amp;resize=899%2C599 3x, 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bike\"\/>\n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div><div class=\"caption-hold\"><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"caption-copy\"><i class=\"icon-arrow icon-camera-circle\"\/> Small fenders like these make a difference, but they can\u2019t compete with a full-coverage mudguard.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"im-image-caption\"> <i>Max Wilman<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<p>Most mudguards are designed to attach to your mountain bike via pre-drilled holes in the plastic moulding, which can then be attached to your fork brace and lowers (or frame, in the case of rear mudguards) with zip ties.<\/p>\n<p>However, in an attempt to reduce single-use waste, some manufacturers now offer hook and loop straps, which do the same job as the plastic zip ties but are reusable, should you want to remove your mudguard or swap it between bikes.<\/p>\n<p>Some fork manufacturers have also introduced bolt holes on the back of their fork braces. This allows for compatible mudguards to be bolted directly to the fork and results in a very clean look.<\/p>\n<h3>How much coverage do I need?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"image-handler__container image-handler__container--aspect\" style=\"padding-bottom: calc(100% \/ 1.501210653753);\"> <picture> <source media=\"(max-width: 320px)\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2021\/03\/Mudhugger-Rear-mountain-bike-mudguard-2-a53bc57.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=299%2C199, https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2021\/03\/Mudhugger-Rear-mountain-bike-mudguard-2-a53bc57.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=45&amp;resize=599%2C399 2x, https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2021\/03\/Mudhugger-Rear-mountain-bike-mudguard-2-a53bc57.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=45&amp;resize=899%2C599 3x, 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data-srcset=\"https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2021\/03\/Mudhugger-Rear-mountain-bike-mudguard-2-a53bc57.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=555%2C370, https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2021\/03\/Mudhugger-Rear-mountain-bike-mudguard-2-a53bc57.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=45&amp;resize=1110%2C740 2x, https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2021\/03\/Mudhugger-Rear-mountain-bike-mudguard-2-a53bc57.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=45&amp;resize=1667%2C1111 3x, https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2021\/03\/Mudhugger-Rear-mountain-bike-mudguard-2-a53bc57.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=45&amp;resize=2222%2C1481 4x\" type=\"image\/webp\"> <source media=\"(min-width: 590px)\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2021\/03\/Mudhugger-Rear-mountain-bike-mudguard-2-a53bc57.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=555%2C370, https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2021\/03\/Mudhugger-Rear-mountain-bike-mudguard-2-a53bc57.jpg?quality=45&amp;resize=1110%2C740 2x, https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2021\/03\/Mudhugger-Rear-mountain-bike-mudguard-2-a53bc57.jpg?quality=45&amp;resize=1667%2C1111 3x, https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2021\/03\/Mudhugger-Rear-mountain-bike-mudguard-2-a53bc57.jpg?quality=45&amp;resize=2222%2C1481 4x\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"> <img class=\"wp-image-621566 align size-landscape_thumbnail image-handler__image image-handler__image--aspect no-wrap js-lazyload\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2021\/03\/Mudhugger-Rear-mountain-bike-mudguard-2-a53bc57.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=620%2C413\" width=\"620\" height=\"413\" alt=\"Mudhugger Rear mountain bike mudguard\" title=\"Mudhugger Rear mountain bike mudguard-2\"\/>\n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div><div class=\"caption-hold\"><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"caption-copy\"><i class=\"icon-arrow icon-camera-circle\"\/> Rear mudguards aren\u2019t a common sight on the trails for a couple of reasons.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"im-image-caption\"> <i>Alex Evans<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<p>How much coverage you need depends on the trails and weather where you ride. If you ride predominantly in dry climates or on super-hardpacked trail surfaces, mud won\u2019t be too much of a concern and you may get away with a shorter mudguard to keep the occasional puddle at bay.<\/p>\n<p>However, if you live somewhere prone to rain and ride natural trails, a mudguard with bigger coverage will do a much better job of keeping the slop off your face.<\/p>\n<h3>Front vs rear mountain bike mudguards<\/h3>\n<div class=\"image-handler__container image-handler__container--aspect\" style=\"padding-bottom: calc(100% \/ 1.501210653753);\"> <picture> <source media=\"(max-width: 320px)\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2014\/05\/wheelsize-001b7d8.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=298%2C199, https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2014\/05\/wheelsize-001b7d8.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=45&amp;resize=598%2C399 2x\" type=\"image\/webp\"> <source media=\"(max-width: 320px)\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2014\/05\/wheelsize-001b7d8.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=298%2C199, https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2014\/05\/wheelsize-001b7d8.jpg?quality=45&amp;resize=598%2C399 2x\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"> <source media=\"(max-width: 375px)\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2014\/05\/wheelsize-001b7d8.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=354%2C236, https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2014\/05\/wheelsize-001b7d8.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=45&amp;resize=708%2C472 2x\" type=\"image\/webp\"> <source media=\"(max-width: 375px)\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2014\/05\/wheelsize-001b7d8.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=354%2C236, https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2014\/05\/wheelsize-001b7d8.jpg?quality=45&amp;resize=708%2C472 2x\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"> <source media=\"(max-width: 425px)\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2014\/05\/wheelsize-001b7d8.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=403%2C269, https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2014\/05\/wheelsize-001b7d8.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=45&amp;resize=808%2C539 2x\" type=\"image\/webp\"> <source media=\"(max-width: 425px)\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2014\/05\/wheelsize-001b7d8.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=403%2C269, https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2014\/05\/wheelsize-001b7d8.jpg?quality=45&amp;resize=808%2C539 2x\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"> <source media=\"(max-width: 589px)\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2014\/05\/wheelsize-001b7d8.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=553%2C369\" type=\"image\/webp\"> <source media=\"(max-width: 589px)\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2014\/05\/wheelsize-001b7d8.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=553%2C369\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"> <source media=\"(min-width: 992px)\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2014\/05\/wheelsize-001b7d8.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=619%2C413\" type=\"image\/webp\"> <source media=\"(min-width: 992px)\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2014\/05\/wheelsize-001b7d8.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=619%2C413\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"> <source media=\"(min-width: 768px)\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2014\/05\/wheelsize-001b7d8.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=406%2C271, https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2014\/05\/wheelsize-001b7d8.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=45&amp;resize=814%2C543 2x\" type=\"image\/webp\"> <source media=\"(min-width: 768px)\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2014\/05\/wheelsize-001b7d8.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=406%2C271, https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2014\/05\/wheelsize-001b7d8.jpg?quality=45&amp;resize=814%2C543 2x\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"> <source media=\"(min-width: 590px)\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2014\/05\/wheelsize-001b7d8.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=555%2C370\" type=\"image\/webp\"> <source media=\"(min-width: 590px)\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2014\/05\/wheelsize-001b7d8.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=555%2C370\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"> <img class=\"wp-image-439868 align size-landscape_thumbnail image-handler__image image-handler__image--aspect no-wrap js-lazyload\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2014\/05\/wheelsize-001b7d8.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=619%2C413\" width=\"620\" height=\"413\" alt=\"29in, 27.5in and 26in mountain bike wheel sizes\" title=\"29in, 27.5in and 26in mountain bike wheel sizes\"\/>\n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div><div class=\"caption-hold\"><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"caption-copy\"><i class=\"icon-arrow icon-camera-circle\"\/> Most mudguards are compatible with a range of wheel sizes.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"im-image-caption\"> <i>BikeRadar<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<p>While front mudguards are a common sight on the trails and quickly becoming the norm in wetter climates, rear mudguards aren\u2019t often seen on mountain bikes.<\/p>\n<p>This is because, as well as not being particularly flattering (although this is subjective), they tend to be noisy at best and at worst they can hinder a rider\u2019s range of motion on the bike.<\/p>\n<p>While there are some options out there that keep most of the mud off your back \u2013 such as the Mudhugger MK2 rear mudguard \u2013 the priority for most riders is to keep their vision clear. A good front mudguard does just that without any side effects.<\/p>\n<p>If it\u2019s very wet and you\u2019re worried about spray from your rear wheel, we\u2019d recommend a good pair of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/advice\/buyers-guides\/best-waterproof-mtb-shorts\/\">waterproof shorts<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>Do I need a specific mudguard for my wheel size?<\/h3>\n<p>The mudguards on test here are compatible with both <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/mtb\/mountain-bike-wheel-sizes-26in-650b-and-29in-explained\/\">29in and 27.5in<\/a> wheels. 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