Installing fenders
I installed a new pair of SKS Bluemel fenders yesterday on a Fuji Ace road bike. Most of the time, when mounting fenders, it takes a fair amount of guesswork, checking, and adjusting to get them to fit properly with no interference on other components. When I mounted this pair, I first used zip ties, fitted loosely, to hold the various parts and connection points. After it was all together, I checked the fit/alignment and tightened the zips. Checked the fit and alignment again. All was good, so I went back and replaced the ties, one zip at a time, with the proper nuts and bolts,barely loose, and then tightened them down completely when all were in place. It sure seemed easier and less time than in previous fender installations. Maybe I just got better at the chore.