Full Windsor Quickfix Rear Fender - Black

While a sleek-looking design, this product is absolute garbage. The first time I unsnapped the seat post snap, it broke right off the plastic (picture). Literally, the first time. I read the negative reviews and decided to ignore them, which was a mistake. I never write reviews on Amazon, but this product landed so far below my minimum expectations that I felt compelled to let others know not to make the same mistake I did.

The fender came promptly, and I followed the very simple installation instructions - they're a "snap" (pun intended)Unfortunately, the middle (seat tube) snap fastener broke the first time I removed the fender from my bike. It completely ripped from its housing, and left the end-cap portion (the part painted black) in place. I own clothes with snap fasteners like this, and I've never torn them or damaged my clothes, so I don't understand why this isn't built better. In fact, I inspected the elements of the two ends of each portion of the fastener, and they aren't bonded very well.My guess is that they aren't using the same technique to bind the two separate parts of each fastener in place that clothing manufacturers use, or if they are using that technique, then it must not be an effective method with this material. Honestly, there has to be a better way to affix these fenders to the bike that stabilizes them but also provides a quick release when you park. Unfortunately, this method is not it.Luckily, I plan on devising an alternate method for attaching that part of the fender to the seat tube that'll provide a quick release option (the other fasteners release with ease and without problem). The mud coverage is still good (when it worked), which is why I want to keep this fender and make it work - I also appreciate the company's environmental efforts, which is why I'm not returning it, because it would be a financial and material loss that I can't justify.

It really does attach in seconds and I love how it extends down for extra protection, unlike other fenders which just cover from the seat post back. It was a tight fit to get it through the brakes because I have a slim fixie but since it folds flat, it wasn't an issue.It's not flimsy and doesn't flop around like other reviewers say. Not sure how it could since it snaps in two/three places which secures it. The snaps are very secure and they haven't broken off like one review said, but I was being careful when detaching it just in case.Plus, it looks slick as hell. I have it on my solid matte black fixie and it fits it perfectly. Goes great with this front fender: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0081FR8OW/ref=oh_details_o03_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

This fender does its job - if it can fit on your bike. It works best for bikes without rear rim brakes, otherwise you will have difficulty working it under them, including cantilever brakes. I was afraid that the first thing to go on these would be the creases, as you have to fold them completely back and forwards to put this thing on. What actually went first was the snaps. I'm sure I could reassemble them with some epoxy, but that wouldn't make me any happier with this product. Better off finding a different design.

The fender is the single most beneficial accessory in bicycle commuting. I commute to and from work nearly every day. After nearly fifteen years of commuting by bike I inherited an old pair of British fenders with a 12 speed that I was reviving. I mounted them and became a convert. I have since minimized parts that wear and break and converted all of my commuters to fixed gears. I mounted a pair Planet Bike fenders on one and despite the fact that they are 30 years newer than my last pair, they were equally challenging to mount and tune. Since I did not want that on both bikes I now easily carry this Full Windsor in my backpack. It allows me to ride a simple, clean-framed bike while still having the most important fender when I need it. The snaps are reusable. The rigid plastic and well/designed folds hold it effectively, but the plastic does crease over time. Carry one.

Too flimsy to maintain its shape to get the job done; too rigid to easily be fastened to the bike. If you manage to get this thing attached, you're not going to want to unfasten it and refasten it again on a regular basis. Also, it looks like a cheap piece of plastic, which it unfortunately isn't at over $20. Complete waste of time and money.

its kinda flimsy and doesnt really fit on my frame that well. i have a larger bike, and its not really one size fits all imo. it also isnt always straight. meaning it flops around at times and shifts from one side to another. overall this is an okay product but for the price i think there are better out there.

Great great fender! I had the traditional style mounted fenders and they were such a pain. If I removed the wheels and put the bike in the car they tend to get bent out of shape, they're a pain to adjust and I got some fatter tires and then the fenders wouldn't fit without rubbing. This thing goes on in mere seconds with no tools, is fat enough to block everything and can easily be removed when transporting the bike or during summer when not needed. So much better than the normal style!