Reddit reviews SKS Longboard 45 Full Coverage Bicycle Fender Set (Black)
We found 3 Reddit comments about SKS Longboard 45 Full Coverage Bicycle Fender Set (Black). Here are the top ones, ranked by their Reddit score.
Longest, best coverage fender on the planet!!! Extra long coverage in the front keeps even your feet dry!!45mm Fender for 700 x 28-38 wheel.Edge protectors for cool finished look and XXL mudflap for 6 inches of additional spray coverage.Disc brake compatible.3.4mm V-stays for extra secure mounting + stainless hardware to fight corrosion.
I agree with all this, and in addition I would recommend just getting some cheap sports clothing from your local department store. No need to spend all that money on specialty bike clothes if your commute is only 7 miles. A general sports tee (in the US, my local Target has some sports tees in high-vis orange and yellow for $8) and some sports shorts. Make sure they're made from wicking material or you'll be miserable in the warmer months. For such a short commute though, padded cycle shorts are not necessary. My cycle commute is about 8.5 miles and I've never needed or wanted specialty padded cycle shorts. Most of the year I wear some cheap cargo shorts, in summer it's wicking workout shorts, in the winter I wear lined tights under my work slacks.
Use the money you save to buy some good panniers and fenders.
Get some good lights-- you'll want them just in case you find yourself cycling in low light or if it's cloudy and dark or foggy. At the least, get a good taillight.
If you're worried about sweat and don't have a shower facility available, baby wipes are very helpful. Carry some extra deodorant in your pack too. Bike your route in advance a few times to make sure you've got enough time to get to school and get yourself dressed/prepared.
http://www.amazon.com/SKS-Longboard-Coverage-Bicycle-Fender/dp/B004I91WQU/ref=sr_1_2?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1368139544&sr=1-2&keywords=sks+fenders
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http://www.amazon.com/Vittoria-Zaffiro-II-Wire-Black/dp/B001D3F4ZY/ref=sr_1_2?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1368139566&sr=1-2&keywords=zaffiro+II
Are there plastic fenders that sort of length (and cheaper!)? they don't have to be quite so long, but I find something which stops at 9 o'clock or so to be inadequate - 7:30 would be where I'd want it to go to, plus flap to a couple of inches off the ground - otherwise your feet and chaingear still get it.
Edit: perhaps this I suppose.