Bike crank guards

AMS Honeycomb Crank Guards

Whether you're an amateur or a professional cyclist, it's important to take steps to ensure the safety and longevity of your bike and its components. One such measure is the installation of a bicycle crank guard. This simple accessory can help protect your cranks from the wear and tear that occurs from simply taking your feet on and off the pedals and sometimes by inadvertently rubbing your shoes while pedaling. A bicycle crank guard also provides an extra layer of protection from falls, rocks, and other debris that are picked up by the front tire.

 Bike crank guard vs chain guard. What is the difference? 

Chain guards and bike crank guards are both essential types of protection to keep your bike in good condition. 

Chain guards are used to protecting the chain and seat stays of your bike from rocks, scratches, and chain rubbing. On the contrary, a bike crank guard is placed directly onto the crank arm to keep it well-protected and scratch-free. 

Is a chain guard necessary on a bike? 

So, is a chain guard really necessary? It is always a good idea to protect your investment with useful and simple accessories such as chain guards, so always recommend their use.

However, consider your riding style and personal preference when choosing chain guards or any other protection. if you're doing a lot of off-road riding, then you definitely need one, but If you're mostly riding on paved roads, a chain guard may not be as important. Chain guards are relatively inexpensive, so when in doubt always choose to protect your bike.

What is the purpose of a chain guard on a bicycle?

One of the main purposes is to protect your chain stays from ‘chain slap’ which is actually the bouncing off your chain up and down and hitting your stays. Chain slapping gets more intense when riding off-road and makes having chain guards even more important. Chain guards will also protect your stays against all kinds of impacts from rocks, branches, and other debris.

Bike crank protectors by All Mountain Style

Bike crank protectors are an essential part of any cyclist's kit. They help to keep your cranks safe from damage and wear.  

AMS offers crank protectors made of high-quality PVC adhesive that is thick and able to withstand impacts and abrasion. The material is long-lasting and won’t yellow or deteriorate over time. They are different color options to choose from so you can find the perfect match for your bike. 

In addition, installation is super easy even on difficult curves; the precut and self-adhesive shapes do not require special tools or having to spend hours in the workshop. If you want a top-notch bike crank guard for your bike, AMS’s crank protector is a great choice that looks good on your bike.