Originally Posted by
Colorado Kid
Which is better material for Fenders, Metal or Plastic? Metal last a lot longer but is a pain to put on. Plastic is great but I'm only getting 7+ years out of pair. (It then cracks and rubs on the tire.) Does anyone have any experience with lifespan of these materials? Is there anything better out there?
I noticed that you are in Colorado where I gather the sun in summers is pretty intense. Do you park the bike outside in the direct sun? Is that what caused the plastic to go brittle and crack?
I had the luxury of indoor parking for my bikes at work. So they only saw direct sun during rides or short times parked on racks at stores. But my plastic fenders were still in pretty well original condition after 12 to 15 years of use. Only actual physical damage in a couple of cases caused me to have to do anything with them.