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Item 684328
Specification | Description |
| Material | Chromoplastic |
| Dimensions | 36mm (1.4") |
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Comments about SKS P35 Fender Set:
I have used Zefal and Planet Bike in the past, but the SKS P35 is the best of all. (Note: Get the P35, not the cheaper Commuter Fender). The Zefal would not stay together, and the Planet Bike needed to be re-riveted after 1 year. It is moving to my Salt and Snow bike. I have had the P35 for 5 years and its works wonderfully.
My Ride - Bruce Gordon BLT.
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Comments about SKS P35 Fender Set:
Very solid feel to these fenders. Front will have a controlled pop-off if a stick flys up (won't break the fender). People may call you a nerd for having fenders, but you'll stay much dryer having them on when riding in the rain.
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Comments about SKS P35 Fender Set:
The fender itself is fine. It is reasonably flexible, lightweight and rugged.
I'm giving this product two stars because the mounting process is absurdly complicated and because the instructions are gratuitously unhelpful. Never do they explain which screws are which size. They simply refer to all four sizes of screws as "screws", leaving the user to distinguish by trial and error.
Additionally, the steps in which one must install the various components are not chronological! If you complete step one prior to step four, you won't be able to get it on your bike!
Lastly, the instructions require you to replace your front and rear brake bolts and screws with ones that come with the fenders. Ordinarily I would be okay with this, but the ones that are included are not the standard width or hex-key size. This means that if you ever need a new bolt or screw for your brake, you can't just run by a local bike shop and pick up the standard one--you'll have to order it.
With enough effort you will be able to get this fender on your bike and working, but I recommend finding a more easily installable product. I will be returning this to REI.
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Comments about SKS P35 Fender Set:
I can't believe REI is willing to sell these. I am taking them back. The fasteners aren't labeled/referenced individually by size. I tried both sizes on the front fork. Small ones engage two full threads (not enough) and the big ones hit the hub. SK5 really needs to hire a technical writer, because the install instructions are terrible. The picture on the REI website was the only way I could determine that you are supposed to have a black plastic attachment point on one side of the fender and just metal on the other side. It isn't even mentioned or displayed in the instructions. Super lame don't buy!
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Comments about SKS P35 Fender Set:
I live in a very rainy area. Thes work great. Very easy to install (about five minutes). LIght, strong and they look very cool on my black & silver ride. A lot better than the Plane Bike fenders.
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