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Review on Portland Design Works Shovel Fender by Donald Phillips

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I like modular design and easy implementation

I like modular design and easy implementation. For me the compatibility is broken when mounting on a full suspension mountain bike with a dropper post. For the seatpost clamp, I am forced to mount the hardware lower where the seatpost is out of the way. Okay, now that I've lowered the clamp on the seatpost, by adjusting the angle I can raise the rear end higher. but not enough to lift the wing and get it out of the way. This is an issue because the FS travel will interfere with the tire when low and close to the tire. Tried it out on a 2018 Stumpjumper FSR. So when does it work?: ----- Lockout Rear Suspension / Stiff Tail ----- The standard seatpost gives you more installation options. Instead of returning it I now have to buy a rigid fatbike. :(

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