1. You’ll stay dryer
Nothing in this world is certain but death, taxes and wet UK winters.
2. Your club mates will be grateful
Mudguards aren’t only for your benefit, but for that of you club-mates or riding buddies, too.
3. Your bike will be grateful, too
Winter is a tough time for both you and your bike and, if you place importance on a clean machine, it will at times feel like you’re spending as many hours cleaning your bike as actually riding it.
4. You’ll ride more
Staying warm and dry – and having the bike and clothing to help you do so – is a sure-fire way to boost you motivation through winter. More motivation = more miles.
5. You can get them on (almost) any bike
Gone are the days when mudguards could only be strapped to bikes with the clearance and fittings for traditional ‘guards.
Read more at http://roadcyclinguk.com/gear/five-reasons-use-mudguards-winter.html#olyLIS2FIF3GS0Lh.99
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