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Old 05-02-21, 11:43 PM
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are we talking about nice gravel ""highways"" roads what are taken care of, or real gravel off civilisation? its not a problem until it is one, then your fenders will be anywhere, but not where they have to be. you never hear stones banging against frame and fork?
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Sticks would be more likely to jam the wheel. Rule of thumb to have 20mm clearance between tire and fender.

I like above Sheldon idea to increase clearance from rear to front. But the fender stays still can keep a stick in.

I gave up on fenders. After a wet ride I have a dirty bike and body either way.

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