Spring time is for fenders and this weekend I put VO Fluted 700c 63mm
fenders on my Platypus. These are the widest fenders I'd recommend for
straightforward install - they fit without modification with some notes.
When trying to maximize tire clearance the fender line and installation
becomes
Admittedly, the flat 65's were probably one of the most pleasant to install
ive dealt with. Granted I have all the tools and bits and bobs. But they
just really "fit" no fuss. Hardware was great and intuitive. The Clem has
ample clearance. Only downside is the kickstand mount needs a long
Very Nice Mackenzy! I was actually thinking of those fenders for my Clem,
and possibly the Platypus. The SW Honjo fender is a bit more work to
install but definitely worth it in my opinion.
On Friday, November 25, 2022 at 4:36:16 PM UTC-8 Mackenzy Albright wrote:
> I splurged and put
I splurged and put Simworks Flat 65's on my Clem - They work really really
well to give a lot of clearance especially if you use something that isn't
a slick that might toss and occasional pebble.
On Friday, November 25, 2022 at 2:37:12 PM UTC-8 fra...@gmail.com wrote:
> Great information,
Great information, thank you! I just unboxed my wife’s frame a couple hours
ago. Frame saver sprayed and drying now. I’m very excited to build it up
for her! She hasn’t decided on fenders or tire size yet. I did a quick test
fit of a Fleecer Ridge that I have on a Cliffhanger and it was tight
Rivendell says "up to 48mm fendered" and I've seen a few Platypus builds
with fendered Shikoro's. I have a 700x50 Gravel King on the back of my
Platypus and it looks like there's room for a fender. Clearance actually
looks tighter at the fork, both vertically to the crown and in width as the
