I run a wide variety of fenders, including the VO. The worst offenders when it comes to rattling are the stock ones on my 1971 Raleigh Sports Standard, but I live on a really rough road so I pretty much live with it. I am partially deaf so it doesn't bother me as much as it might someone else.

I had seen the VO bolt and considered the toe strike issue, but apparently my bike has a long enough trail/rake it isn't a problem and I have size 12 feet. I suppose you could move the hardware up or down a bit to clear your toes. I bought the hammered fenders so I won't see the scratches and scuffs.

Aaron