To keep the mud out during the wet months (i.e. all of them) you need a serious set of mudguards and the Topeak Defender Mudguard Set M1/XC11 27.5"are just the job. Constructed from tough, flexible plastic, they will block the vast majority of the gloop while resisting impacts and crashing with ease. The front is fork mounted and pick up spatter behind as well as in front of the fork (feet and face covered). while the seat post mounted rear guard fits any diameter post while keeping your back dry and clean. With the Topeak Defender Mudguard Set M1/XC11 27.5" (or 29er) fitted to your bike, you can get on with your riding without bothering about the state of your clothes.