Bike Wheel Spoke Protector Guard, Freewheel Spoke Protector, Plastic 4 Claws Design Transparent for Protecting the Chain Reducing the Sediment on the Flywheel

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Some bicycles come with a plastic disc slid between the largest cog of the cassette or freewheel and the spokes of the rear tire. It acts as a barrier to protect your spokes in case the chain slips off the cassette. This will cause your inner spokes to get bent, damaged and sometimes broken if you don’t have a spoke protector in place! What Does A Spoke Protector Do

Someone who rides leisurely for short distances may not notice the effect of adding 100 or so grams on their bike. But, for road race cyclists, that is 100g too much. Since a spoke protector consists of plastic material, many bikers think of breaking it apart without detaching it from the bike. But there is a much better and easier way of removing this plastic disc. Also, many cyclists take great pride in being “hardcore” and stay away from products associated with beginners “who don’t know what they’re doing”. 2. Extra weight Also, when dirt gets between the spokes and the spoke guard, grit acts like sandpaper, wearing the spokes out slowly but persistently. Just 1 time of your chain getting lodged in there, and depending on how fast you are pedaling, could significantly damage the spokes.When you are riding on a low gear, a sudden jump or a touchdown could lead to a chain drop. Technically, the chain bounces when the bike jumps and when it comes down.

At times, things happen so fast that we can’t dodge them. For example, an external object on the terrain, such as a branch or any other obstacle, may hit the derailleur. When this happens, the derailleur hanger may bend and cause a gear slip.Some people put on metal spoke protectors on their bicycles not for function but because they like the extra shininess and retro appearance. Notably, the pie plate makes cleaning the area next to the cassette a bit harder. As a result, mud and other trail debris may pile up. The mud, in return, dirties the cassette. Therefore, it’s wise to inspect the spoke protector occasionally to see if it’s strongly connected to the spokes. A spoke protector is not necessary for the bike to function and there is no guarantee that it will protect your spokes if your chain or derailleur fail. One time when I’d just replaced my cranks, cassette, and chain, I heard non-tuned “guitar sounds” coming from my rear wheel during a short ascent that’d forced me to shift into the smallest gear.

Well, there are various reasons as to why some bikers remove spoke protectors. All the same, the most common reasons include: 1. The Guards Get Noisy Since these riders want to avoid ridicule from colleagues and guard their pro status, they skip the disk. 4. Adds Extra WeightEvery year bikes change, styles and trends evolve, old bikes are in need of repairs and new bikes are waiting for that personal touch. We provide the means to keep your bike on the road and fun to ride!"