Front crud catcher combined with a neoguard works nicely for me. I like the fact my frame was designed for the crud catcher too, so it mounts very nicely and high up the frame – I never understand it when I see them mounted halfway down the down tube!

For the rear I favour the Topeak defender thing – really solid, it does its job and quick release to boot. The quick release is very good, clamps very firmly and the guard doesn’t move around. I hate the looks of any rear guard so being able to remove it quickly does it for me!

Its just more bling to add to the endless amount of crap newbies buy when biking.

Bling? A Mudguard? Are you mad?

Propper bike maintenance is everything that no piece of plastic can replace.

Ever heard of “prevention is better than cure” If you can keep the gloop out of your dropper seatpost etc, its less likely to need servicing.

If that means buying expensive mountain climbing jackets then so be it.

Or £20 of plastic to keep you clean.

The right clothes will ultimately decide how happy you are whilst biking.

I don’t deny that, but you’re missing the point.

don a pair of shades.

In the dark?
And why not reduce the filth that gets stuck to your glasses?

Good grief.