recoiling plume mudguard has got your back when cycling through the rain

recoiling plume mudguard has got your back when cycling through the rain 
all images courtesy of plume

 

 

 

looking for a means in which cyclists could better deal with the unpredictability and frequent precipitation in london, dan mcmahon and patrick laing created the plume mudguard. the design, which matches the timelessness, simplicity and reliable engineering of a bicycle, keeps water, chemicals and mud off a rider’s back, and is made from resistant materials that won’t crack or bend from outdoor temperatures.

 

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a lot of functionality is packed into the compact recoiling ‘plume mudguard’. its rubber mount stretches to fit any standard seat post size, and requires no tools or extra screws for attachmenet. it’s also designed to absorb shock, so it won’t fold until you want it to. the sprung stainless steel shield has gone through exhaustive pseudoscientific testing to ensure it won’t bend out of shape. the spring is conceived to suspend over the rear wheel or recoil in seconds, and is resistant to rust and corrosion. the outer wing edge is made from flexible silicone rubber that protects riders from the sharp edges of the stainless steel. the plume logo also acts as a reflector for nighttime visibility. after a successful crowd-funding platform by the team at plume, the mudguard is now available for purchase; and is on show as part of the ‘cycle revolution’ exhibition at the design museum, london from november 18th, 2015 – june 30th, 2016.

the simple design coexists with the rest of the bike

 

the long length ensures the mudguard fully protects the rider  

the design is made from rust proof stainless steel the plume mudguard fits on any standard bike seat post  installation requires no tools  the stainless steel guard is edged with a silicon rubber the plume logo also acts as a reflector for night riding