TW201524827A - Mudguard with an articulated securing head - Google Patents

Abstract

The invention relates to a mudguard (200) for mounting on a bicycle having a frame. The invention is characterized by the fact that the mudguard comprises a protection part (202) for providing protection against projections and at least first mounting means (204) comprising: a base (300) fastened to the protection part; and, a fastener head (302) mounted on the base in hinged manner and including detachable fastener means (320) for fastening the fastener head to the frame of the bicycle; the fastener head (302) being movable relative to the base in a direction extending transversely to the protection part (202) so as to enable the distance between the fastener head and the protection part to be adjusted.

Description

Fender with a live fixed head

The present invention relates to a fender for mounting on a bicycle. One particular application of the present invention resides in the provision of bicycles and bicycles to enable the user and the frame of the bicycle to be protected from components that protrude from the bicycle wheel, particularly when the bicycle is used in mud or rain.

Various types of fenders are known to be suitable for permanent installation on bicycles to which they are assembled. Fenders are also known to be configured to be removably mounted on a bicycle.

An example of such a permanent fender is disclosed in particular by the document EP 2 060 479, which describes a fender for mounting on a bicycle having a frame, the fender comprising means for providing protection One of the protection portions against the protrusion; and a holder portion mounted on the protection portion and including a rectangular slot to enable the fender to be disposed through the rectangular slot and disposed on the bicycle frame Fixed by a nut and bolt system.

The problem with this type of fender is that the fender can only be mounted on a limited number of different bicycles because the size of the rectangular slot does not allow the fender to be adapted to multiple bicycles of various shapes and sizes. frame. In addition, fixing the retainer portion requires the use of a suitable tool, thereby complicating the installation of the fender. Finally, because the retainer portion is disposed in a single direction relative to one of the protective portions, its angle of inclination cannot be modified, wherein such an angle of inclination can be particularly useful for adapting the fender to different types of bicycles.

It is an object of the present invention to provide a fender that can be easily and securely mounted on bicycles of different sizes and shapes without the use of tools.

This object is achieved by the fact that the present invention provides a fender comprising at least a first mounting member, comprising: a base fixed to the protective portion; A retainer head is hingedly mounted to the base and includes a detachable retainer member for securing the retainer head to the bicycle frame.

Therefore, the device enables a fender to be easily and securely mounted on a bicycle.

In addition, the ability of the retainer head to be hinged relative to the base allows the fender to be adapted to bicycle frames of different shapes and sizes, and is also suitable for bicycle wheels of different shapes and sizes, the fenders being configured to provide protection against The violation of the bicycle wheel.

The presence of the detachable assembly member allows the fender to be removably mounted to the bicycle frame.

The invention is set forth below as a series of variant embodiments that may be considered alone or in combination with one or more of the foregoing variants.

Advantageously, the holder head is pivotally mounted relative to the base.

By this measure, the angular position of the detachable retainer member of the retainer head can be modified to suit different configurations of the bicycle frame.

Advantageously, the axis about which the holder head is pivotally mounted relative to the base is substantially parallel to the axis of rotation of the wheel on which the fender is mounted.

Preferably, the pivot axis of the anchor head is substantially horizontal when the bicycle is configured such that it can move.

Advantageously, the base includes a first side portion and a second side portion extending transversely relative to the protective portion, the retainer head being pivotally mounted relative to the side portion.

In an advantageous manner, the first side portion and the second side portion are substantially opposite to the protective portion The self-protecting portion extends vertically outward.

Preferably, the first side portion and the second side portion extend substantially parallel to each other.

"Outward relative to the protective portion" means that the protected portion of the fender provides protection against wheel protrusion in areas far from the area containing the wheel.

In other words, "inward relative to the fender" specifies the area of the bicycle wheel that is defined by the protective portion and that contains the fender mounted thereon, particularly where the wheel elements may protrude from the area as the wheel is rotating.

Advantageously, the base has a first peg and a second peg protruding from the first side portion and the second side portion, respectively.

In an advantageous manner, the first peg and the second peg point towards each other and define an axis about which the holder head can pivot relative to the base.

Preferably, the axis defined by the first peg and the second peg extends transversely, preferably vertically, relative to a plane defined by the first side portion and the second side portion.

By this measure, it can be understood that the holder head and thus the detachable holder member can be inclined with respect to the protective portion of the fender to enable the fender to be mounted on bicycles of different configurations and sizes, and to be detachably fixed The position of the components can be adapted to bicycle frames of different geometries.

Advantageously, the holder head is movable relative to the base in a direction transverse to one of the extensions of the protective portion to adjust the distance between the holder head and the protective portion.

It can also be understood that by this measure, the distance between the protective portion of the fender and the bicycle wheel can be adjusted. In other words, the height of the retaining head relative to the protective portion of the fender of the present invention can be adjusted.

Advantageously, the holder head has a first side edge and a second side edge disposed on either side of the detachable holder member.

The first side edge and the second side edge are preferably substantially parallel to each other.

Advantageously, the holder head comprises at least a first aperture and a second aperture, Formed in the first side edge and the second side edge and sized to accommodate the first peg and the second peg, respectively.

Advantageously, the holder head comprises a first series of apertures and a second series of apertures formed in the first side edge and the second side edge, respectively.

This feature allows the distance between the frame of the bicycle and the protective portion of the fender to have different adjustable positions at the first mounting member, thereby enabling the user to use the fender on the bicycle frame of different shapes and sizes. .

Preferably, in a first embodiment, the first peg and the second peg are presented in a plane that is considered to be substantially parallel to a plane defined by the first side portion and the second side portion, respectively. A substantially circular cross section, the constrictions are formed between the two first continuous orifices and the two second continuous orifices, respectively.

Therefore, it can be understood that the first wooden pin and the second wooden bolt can be pushed from one opening to the other, so that the holder head can move relative to the base in a direction laterally extending relative to the holder portion, the constriction For example and in a non-limiting manner, the plastic material is formed with a small amount of elasticity such that the constriction can be temporarily separated when the first peg and the second peg pass.

Advantageously, in a second embodiment, the peg has a first side and a second side, one of the sides having a plane defined as being defined by the first side portion and the second side portion, respectively A length shorter than one of the lengths of the other side forms a constriction between the two consecutive first apertures and the second aperture, respectively.

It will thus be appreciated that by pivoting the hinge head relative to the base, the peg can be engaged in the telescoping portion formed between the two consecutive apertures formed in the first side edge and the second side edge, respectively.

Advantageously, the detachable retainer member of the retainer head includes an outer casing defined between the first tab and the second tab that are configured to be resiliently retractable from each other such that a portion of the bicycle frame is engageable in the outer casing In order to fix the holder head to the bicycle frame.

By this measure, it can be understood that the first mounting member can be easily mounted on the bicycle frame without using a tool, and the first tab and the second tab are configured to be clamped on a portion of the bicycle frame.

Preferably, the protective portion presents one end, and the fender further includes a telescoping mounting member mounted to slide relative to the end of the protective portion, the telescopic mounting member including a mounting portion configured to engage around a portion of the bicycle frame .

By this measure, in addition to the device consisting of the detachable assembly holder member of the holder head of the first mounting member, the fender also presents a second mounting device for mounting on the bicycle frame, thus To further increase the stability of the fender mounted on the bicycle frame.

It can thus be understood that the first mounting device and the second mounting device operate in a completely independent manner from each other; therefore it is perfectly possible to design a fender having only one of the first mounting device and the second mounting device or the other. Without departing from the scope of the invention.

In addition, the ability of the telescoping mounting member to slide relative to the end of the protective portion allows the telescoping mounting member to be adapted to bicycle frames of different configurations and sizes.

Advantageously, the mounting portion presents a first resilient branch and a second resilient branch configured to be disposed about the portion of the bicycle frame.

By this measure, the mounting portion can be easily mounted on the bicycle frame by moving the first elastic branch and the second elastic branch away from each other. The use of an elastic material such as a plastic material enables the elastic branches to be clamped onto portions of the bicycle frame to provide a secure attachment. Furthermore, the presence of the first resilient branch and the second resilient branch enables the fender to be mounted on the bicycle frame by the telescopic mounting member without the need for tools.

In other words, the portion of the bicycle frame that is partially clamped is held between the two elastic branches of the mounting portion.

Advantageously, the fender further comprises at least one telescopic rod presenting a longitudinal direction, the telescopic rod comprising: . An arm configured to be fixed to the protective portion; a holder portion that cooperates with the arm and includes a detachable assembly member for removably securing the holder portion to the frame of the bicycle; a blocking member slidably mounted on the arm for sliding between an unlocked position and a locked position, wherein in the unlocked position, the position of the retainer portion relative to the arm is modified to adjust the telescopic rod Length; in the locked position, the blocking member locks the position of the retainer portion relative to the arm.

By this measure, the fender presents a third mounting device for further increasing the stability and strength of the fender mounted on the bicycle frame.

It can also be understood that the first mounting device, the second mounting device and the third mounting device can be operated in completely independent manner from each other; therefore, it is possible to design a fender having only one mounting device or any combination of two mounting devices, and It does not go beyond the scope of the invention.

In a manner similar to the above-described mounting device, the detachable assembly member of the telescopic rod enables a fender to be easily and securely mounted on a bicycle, and the presence of the holder portion and the slidably mounted blocking member allows the size of the telescopic rod It can be applied to the size of the bicycle on which the fender is mounted.

Furthermore, the presence of the detachable assembly member enables the fender to be removably mounted on the bicycle frame.

The fact that the position of the retainer portion relative to the arm can be modified when the blocking member is in the unlocked position allows the length of the telescopic rod to be adjusted, and thus the size of the fender matches the size of the bicycle frame and also matches the size of the wheel The fender provides protection against wheel protrusion.

Furthermore, locking the retainer portion relative to the arm makes it possible to ensure that the fender is mounted securely and in a stable manner on the bicycle frame, thus avoiding any accidental modification of the length of the telescopic rod or virtually avoiding any accidental movement of the fender except.

The blocking member is in its unlocked position and locked position by sliding the blocking member along the arm The ability to pass between the sets allows the fender to be easily and quickly mounted on the frame of the bicycle without the use of tools. Furthermore, the fact that the blocking member is mounted on the arm enables it to be held on the fender without being separated from the fender, thus avoiding any risk of loss of the blocking member.

Preferably, the detachable mounting member is rotatably mounted relative to the arm.

Advantageously, the axis of rotation of the detachable mounting member extends transversely, preferably perpendicularly, with respect to the longitudinal direction of the telescopic rod.

Advantageously, the axis of rotation of the detachable mounting member is substantially parallel to the axis of rotation of the wheel on which the fender is mounted.

The ability of the detachable mounting member to pivot relative to the arm enables the member to be adapted to the various possible configurations of the bicycle frame, in particular enabling it to be more easily actuated.

Preferably, the telescoping rod further comprises a locking means for locking the sliding of the blocking member relative to the arm.

In an advantageous manner, the locking device is also configured to lock the sliding of the blocking member relative to the holder portion.

The locking device enables the blocking member to be blocked in one or the other of the locked position and the unlocked position. Thus, in particular, there is no risk of the fender being accidentally removed from the bicycle frame, nor is there any risk of accidentally modifying the length of the telescoping rod, for example when using a bicycle.

Preferably, the locking device includes a groove formed in the blocking member and a protrusion formed on the holder portion, the protrusion being configured to engage in the groove when the blocking member is in the locked position to be opposite A fixing blocking member is clamped to the holder portion.

By this measure, the sliding of the blocking member relative to the arm can be easily locked only by blocking the blocking member and the holder portion.

Preferably, the blocking member comprises a sleeve disposed around a portion of the arm and a portion of the retainer portion, the sleeve of the blocking member being configured to oppose the arm and the retainer portion Sliding, and more particularly sliding around at least a portion of the arm and at least a portion of the retainer portion.

Advantageously, the retainer portion and the arm respectively include a first rack portion and a second rack portion that are configured to provide cooperation between the retainer portion and the wall.

The arm preferably includes a first end configured to be secured to the protective portion and a second end opposite the first end, the retainer portion cooperating with the second end of the arm.

Advantageously, the arm is pivotally mounted relative to the guard portion to move the telescoping rod relative to the bicycle frame, wherein in particular this movement facilitates mounting the detachable assembly member on the bicycle frame.

It will thus be appreciated that the length of the telescoping rod can be defined as the distance between the first end of the arm and the detachable assembly member of the retainer portion.

Advantageously, the fender has a first telescoping rod and a second telescoping rod that respectively assume a first longitudinal direction and a second longitudinal direction.

The two telescopic rods are preferably joined together by a link portion that is fixed to one of the protective portions.

Advantageously, the first telescoping rod and the second telescoping rod are engaged in the link portion.

Advantageously, the first longitudinal direction and the second longitudinal direction are substantially parallel to each other, in particular when the fender is mounted on the bicycle frame.

By this measure, the bicycle and, more specifically, one of its wheels is disposed between the first arm and the second arm such that the fender is held in a stable manner when the fender is mounted on the bicycle frame.

It will thus be appreciated that the presence of the first telescoping rod and the second telescoping rod is used to avoid any risk of the fender tilting to one side or the other side of the bicycle frame when using the bicycle.

The invention preferably also provides a bicycle having a frame and at least one fender according to the invention.

In an advantageous manner, the bicycle also comprises a wheel and a valley, the wheel being mounted Rotating about the trough, the detachable assembly member of the telescoping rod is configured to secure the retainer portion to the bicycle frame near the trough.

By this measure, the telescopic rod is configured to face one of the plurality of faces of the wheel.

In an embodiment in which the fender includes the first telescopic rod and the second telescopic rod, the wheel system is held between the two telescopic rods such that the fender does not tilt toward either side of the bicycle, wherein the tilt will Sacrifice the safety of the user of the bicycle or actually nearby people.

100‧‧‧ bicycles

102‧‧‧ frame

104‧‧‧Front wheel/wheel

106‧‧‧Rear wheel/wheel

108‧‧‧Cushion

110‧‧‧ handlebars

112‧‧‧Front Valley

114‧‧‧Rear Valley

116‧‧‧ pedals

118‧‧‧ wheel fork

120‧‧‧Cushion bracket

122‧‧‧ tires

124‧‧‧ Rear tires

125‧‧‧ seat tube

200‧‧‧Front fender

202‧‧‧Protection

204‧‧‧First mounting member

206‧‧‧First telescopic rod

206'‧‧‧Second telescopic rod

207‧‧‧ link part

208‧‧‧ first end

209‧‧‧ internal part

210‧‧‧ second end

212‧‧‧ inside

214‧‧‧ outside

216‧‧‧ first side edge

216'‧‧‧ second side edge

218‧‧‧First protective cover

220‧‧‧second protective cover

222‧‧‧ Arm

222'‧‧‧ Arm

224‧‧‧First longitudinal end / first end

226‧‧‧Second longitudinal/second end

228‧‧‧Retainer section

228'‧‧‧fixer section

230‧‧‧Adjustable part

231‧‧‧End of the adjustable section

232‧‧‧Removable assembly components

232'‧‧‧Removable assembly components

233‧‧‧ first side section

233'‧‧‧ second side part

234‧‧‧ middle part

236‧‧‧ inside

238‧‧‧ outside

240‧‧‧First rack section

242‧‧‧First tooth series

242'‧‧‧First tooth series

244‧‧‧ inside

246‧‧‧ outside

248‧‧‧Second rack section

250‧‧‧Second tooth series

250'‧‧‧Second tooth series

252‧‧‧Firmator arm

254‧‧‧assembly components

256‧‧‧ wing

258‧‧‧Actuator components

260‧‧‧ cavity

270‧‧‧blocking parts

270'‧‧‧blocking parts

272‧‧‧through opening

274‧‧‧ inner cover

276‧‧‧ Cover

278‧‧‧ protrusions

279‧‧‧Locking device

279'‧‧‧Locking device

280‧‧‧ trench

282‧‧‧Retainer components

300‧‧‧Base

302‧‧‧Fixator head / hinge head

304‧‧‧ first side part

304'‧‧‧ second side part

306‧‧‧Fixed components

308‧‧‧first shot

308'‧‧‧second shot

310‧‧‧ first opening

310'‧‧‧ second opening

312‧‧‧First wooden bolt

312'‧‧‧Second wooden bolt

314‧‧‧ first side edge

314'‧‧‧ second side edge

316‧‧‧First tab

316'‧‧‧second tab

318‧‧‧Shell

320‧‧‧Removable assembly components

322‧‧‧First orifice series

322'‧‧‧Second orifice series

400‧‧‧ Rear fender

402‧‧‧Protection

403‧‧‧ longitudinal cavity

404‧‧‧First installation component

405‧‧‧ window

405'‧‧‧ window

406‧‧‧First telescopic rod

406'‧‧‧Second telescopic rod

407‧‧‧ link part

408‧‧‧ first end

409‧‧‧ internal part

410‧‧‧ second end

418‧‧‧First protective cover

422‧‧‧ Arm

422'‧‧‧ Arm

428‧‧‧Retainer section

428'‧‧‧Retainer section

432‧‧‧Removable assembly components

432'‧‧‧Removable assembly components

470‧‧‧blocking parts

470'‧‧‧blocking parts

479‧‧‧Locking device

479'‧‧‧Locking device

500‧‧‧Base

502‧‧‧fixer head

520‧‧‧Removable holder components

530‧‧‧ Telescopic mounting members

532‧‧‧Installation section

534‧‧‧Sliding section

536‧‧‧First elastic branch

536'‧‧‧Second elastic branch

538‧‧‧ inside

540‧‧‧ outside

542‧‧‧ lugs

543‧‧‧ position indicator member

l ‧‧‧ longitudinal direction

Other features and advantages of the present invention will become more apparent and more fully understood from the following description of the preferred embodiments illustrated in the < A schematic view of one of the bicycles on which a front fender and a rear fender of the present invention are mounted; FIG. 2 is a schematic perspective view of one of the examples of the front fender of the present invention; 3 is a partially exploded perspective view of one of the fenders before FIG. 2; FIG. 4 is a cross-sectional view of one of the telescopic rod portions of the present invention; FIG. 5 is a schematic perspective view of one of the examples of the rear fender of the present invention; 6 is a partially exploded perspective view of one of the fenders after FIG. 5; and FIG. 7 is an illustrative perspective view from below of the telescopic mounting member of the fender after FIG. 5.

1 is a diagram of a bicycle 100. The bicycle 100 includes a frame 102, a front wheel 104, and a rear wheel 106 in a conventional manner. The frame 102 has a pad 108 and a handlebar 110 that are respectively parallel to each other. The first and second axles are a front wheel valley 112 and a rear wheel valley 114. The front wheel 104 and the rear wheel 106 are configured to rotate about an axis defined by the front and rear volutes 112, 114, respectively.

The frame 102 also has a set of foot pedals 116 that are clear for clarity. The reason for omitting part of the sprocket 116 is configured to drive the rear wheel 106 to rotate about an axis defined by the rear wheel valley 114; a tube 125 disposed on the seat cushion 108 and the set of pedals Between the plates 116; a wheel fork 118 that connects the front wheel valley 112 to the handlebar 110; and a seat cushion bracket 120 that connects the rear wheel valley 114 to the seat tube 125.

In addition, the front wheel 104 has a tire 122 and a front fender 200; the rear wheel 106 has a rear tire 124 and a rear fender 400.

The front fender 200 is shown in detail in Figures 2, 3 and 4.

The front fender 200 includes a protective portion 202 and a first mounting member 204 that is configured to secure the fender 200 to the frame 102 of the bicycle 100 and, more specifically, to the wheel fork 118. In addition, the front fender 200 has a first telescoping rod 206 and a second telescoping rod 206' that are configured to secure the protective portion 202 of the front fender 200 to the frame 102 of the bicycle 100 and more specifically It is fixed near or above the front wheel valley 112.

In addition, the front fender 200 has a link portion 207 disposed on the protective portion 202 and configured to link the first telescoping rod 206 and the second telescoping rod 206' together.

By way of example and not limitation, the first telescoping rod 206 and the second telescoping rod 206' and the link portion 207 form a single element.

An alternative embodiment may be fully devised without departing from the scope of the invention, wherein both the first telescoping rod 206 and the second telescoping rod 206' are engaged in a housing formed in the link portion 207 such that The first telescopic rod 206 and the second telescopic rod 206' can be removably mounted on the protective portion 202 of the fender 200.

The link portion 207 has an inner portion 209 disposed toward or disposed adjacent the face of the protective portion 202 to reinforce the connection of the first telescoping rod 206 to the second telescoping rod 206'.

Specifically, as shown in FIGS. 2 and 3, the protective portion 202 has a first end 208 and a second end 210 opposite the first end 208.

By way of example and not limitation, the protective portion 202 assumes a circular shape, and the protective portion 202 is configured such that at least a portion of the tire 122 of the front wheel 104 is located in or at least in the interior of the convex side of the protective portion 202; In other words, the protective portion 202 is configured to cover a portion of the tire 122, or actually cover a portion of the sidewall of the tire 122.

The protective portion 202 has a configuration to face the wheel 104 and more specifically face one of the inner face 212 of the tire 122 and one outer face 214 opposite the inner face 212. The protective portion 202 also has a first side edge 216 and a second side edge 216' that extend substantially parallel to each other; it will thus be appreciated that the side edges 216, 216' are configured to partially cover the sidewalls of the wheel 104.

In addition, the protective portion 202 includes a first shield 218 and a second shield 220 that are mounted on the first end 208 and the second end 210, respectively, and are also configured to protrude against the component from the front wheel 104 when the front wheel 104 rotates .

By way of example and not limitation, first shield 218 and second shield 220 are joined to the body of protective portion 202 and, more particularly, to respective longitudinal cavities formed in protective portion 202. In other words, the first shield 218 and the second shield 220 are configured to engage the ends 208 and 210 of the protective portion 202.

The first telescopic rod 206 and the second telescopic rod 206' of the front fender 200 extend from the first side edge 216 and the second side edge 216' of the protection portion 202 toward the wheel 104, respectively; in other words, the telescopic rods 206, 206' The configuration is configured on either side of the wheel 104, wherein the wheel 104 defines, by way of example and in a non-limiting manner, a plane of symmetry between the first telescoping rod 206 and the second telescoping rod 206'.

The first telescopic rod 206 presents a longitudinal direction l and has an arm 222 having a first longitudinal end 224 and a second longitudinal end 226 opposite each other, the first longitudinal end 224 being fixed to the first side of the protective portion 202 Edge 216. The first telescoping rod 206 also has a retainer portion 228 that is mounted on the second longitudinal end 226 of the arm 222 when the current fender 200 is mounted on the frame of the bicycle 100.

In the following description, the longitudinal direction of the arm 222 is considered to be the same as the longitudinal direction l of the first telescopic rod 206.

Seen in Figure 3 (which is a partially exploded view of the front fender 200) and also as seen in Figure 4 (which is a cross-sectional view of the second longitudinal end 226 of the arm 222 on which the retainer portion 228 is mounted), fixed The portion 228 has an adjustable portion 230 and a detachable assembly member 232.

When the retainer portion 228 is mounted on the telescoping rod 206, the adjustable portion 230 configures the first side portion 233 and the second side portion 233' on either side of the second longitudinal end 226 of the arm 222; in addition, the adjustable portion 230 presents an intermediate portion 234 disposed between the first side portion 233 and the second side portion 233', the intermediate portion 234 being configured to face a portion of the arm 222, the holder portion 228 being configured to cooperate with the portion; When the portion 228 is mounted on the telescoping rod 206, the intermediate portion 234 presents an inner surface 236 facing the arm 222 and an outer surface 238 opposite the inner surface 236; thus, it can be appreciated that the adjustable portion 230 is in the form of a channel-shaped cross-section member. The side portions 233, 233' and the intermediate portion 234 respectively form the flange and web of the channel section member, and the adjustable portion 230 is sized to fit a portion of the receiving arm 222 and, more particularly, to receive its second longitudinal end 226 .

The retainer portion 228 also presents a first rack portion 240 having one of the first series of teeth 242, 242' that is formed transversely, preferably perpendicular to the inner face 236 of the intermediate portion 234.

Correspondingly, the arm 222 has an inner surface 244 facing the front wheel 104 and an outer surface 246 opposite the inner surface 244 when the current fender 200 is mounted on the frame 102 of the bicycle 100; a second rack portion 248 is formed on the arm The inner face 244 of the 222 is formed at least on the inner face 244 of the second longitudinal end 226, and the second rack portion 248 includes a second series of teeth 250, 250' that are formed transversely and preferably perpendicular to the inner face 244. .

The first rack portion 240 and the second rack portion 248 are sized to cooperate with each other, i.e., the distance between two consecutive teeth of the first series of teeth 242, 242' is equal to or slightly greater than the second tooth portion. The width of the teeth in the series 250, 250', and in a symmetrical manner, the distance between two consecutive teeth of the second series of teeth 250, 250' is equal to or slightly greater than The width of the teeth in the first series of teeth 242, 242'.

As described in detail below in the present invention, when the first rack portion 240 and the second rack portion 248 are coupled together, they are configured to prevent the retainer portion 228 from moving longitudinally relative to the arm 222.

In addition, the adjustable portion 230 is sized to cover at least a portion of the arm 222, and more particularly one portion of the inner surface 244 thereof, the inner surface 236 of the intermediate portion 234 is configured to face the inner surface 244 of the arm 222, the side portion 233 233' is disposed along the longitudinal edge of the arm 222.

The position of the retainer portion 228 can thus be adjusted along the arm 222; more specifically, the adjustable portion 230 of the retainer portion 228 can be adjusted by cooperation between the first rack portion 240 and the second rack portion 248. Relative to the position of the second longitudinal end 226 of the arm 222.

The detachable assembly member 232 of the retainer portion 228 includes one of the retainer arms 252 extending from one end 231 of the adjustable portion 230 and one of the assembly members 254 pivotally mounted relative to the retainer arm 252.

By way of example and not limitation, the assembly element 254 includes a flap 256 and an actuator member 258 that defines a cavity that is substantially frustoconical, by way of example and not limitation. 260.

It can be appreciated that pivoting the assembly member 254 relative to the holder arm 252 enables the assembly member 254 to be configured to facilitate user access to the actuator member 258 and also to enable the configuration of the assembly member 254 to be adapted to the frame In particular, there are components on the 102 that are adjacent to the front hub 112.

Specifically, as shown in FIG. 1, the detachable assembly member 232 of the retainer portion 228 is configured to cooperate with an assembly stud (not shown) that is formed on the frame 102 of the bicycle 100. It is either fixed to the frame 102 and more specifically disposed near or above the front hub 112.

It can also be appreciated that by actuating the actuator member 258, the cavity 260 is sized to enable the stud to retract from the cavity 260 to enable the front fender 200 to be removed from the frame 102 of the bicycle 100.

Thus, by arranging the retainer portion 228 on the arm 222 and more specifically in the vicinity of its second longitudinal end 226, the position of the detachable assembly member 232 can be adjusted to cause the detachable assembly member 232 to be in the telescoping rod The position on 206 applies to the position of the assembly stud and thus makes it suitable for use with the size of the bicycle 100.

In other words, the movement of the anchor portion 228 relative to the arm 222 enables adjustment of the length of the telescoping rod 206. The length of the telescoping rod 206 is understood to be the distance between the (first) detachable assembly member 232 and the first end 224 of the (second) arm 222 in the longitudinal direction l whereby the arm 222 is secured to the protective portion 202. .

As shown in the various figures, the retainer portion 228 can occupy different positions on the arm 222, which can be varied by different positions that can be occupied by the first rack portion 240 and the second rack portion 248 relative to each other. It is possible.

The retainer portion 228 can be in each of the different positions occupied on the arm 222 with the second longitudinal end 226 of the arm 222 disposed between the detachable assembly member 232 and the first longitudinal end 224 of the arm 22-2. A fender 200 can also be designed without departing from the scope of the invention, wherein the retainer portion 228 has a through opening, and wherein the detachable assembly member 232 is disposed on the outer face of the intermediate portion 234, for example The holder portion 228 can be positioned anywhere along the length of the arm 222 to match the size of a frame 102 that is small compared to the size of the frame on which the fender of the present invention can be mounted, the presence of a through opening The retainer portion 228 can be configured between the first longitudinal end 224 and the second longitudinal end 226 of the arm 222.

As shown in FIGS. 2, 3 and 4, the first telescopic rod 206 also includes a blocking member 270.

By way of example and not limitation, the blocking member 270 is in the form of a sleeve mounted on the arm 222 for sliding along the longitudinal direction l of the telescoping rod 206.

The blocking member 270 presents a through opening 272 that is sized for both the portion of the receiving arm 222 and the adjustable portion 230 of the retainer portion 228.

The blocking member 270 includes a wheel disposed when the fender 200 is mounted on the bicycle 100 One of the inner cover 274 adjacent to the 104 and one outer cover 276 opposite the inner cover 274.

As shown in the various figures, inner shroud 274 and outer shroud 276 are secured together to form a sleeve suitable for sliding along arm 222 in the longitudinal direction l of telescoping rod 206.

It can be appreciated that when the adjustable portion 230 of the retainer portion 228 is engaged in the through opening 272 of the blocking member 270, specifically as shown in FIG. 4, the intermediate portion 234 is disposed between the arm 222 and the inner cover 274. The arm 222 is then disposed between the intermediate portion 234 of the adjustable portion 230 and the outer cover 276.

In particular, as shown in FIG. 3, the outer face 238 of the intermediate portion 234 presents guiding elements consisting of pin slots (eg, parallel pin slots) extending in the longitudinal direction l of the telescoping rod 206, such guiding elements being The configuration is configured to guide the blocking member 270 to slide around the holder portion 228.

Moreover, as seen in Figure 4, the outer face of the intermediate portion 234 presents one of the protrusions 278 disposed between the guiding elements by a non-limiting example.

Additionally, the blocking element 270 includes a groove 280 formed in the inner shroud 274 and sized to receive one of the projections 278.

It will thus be appreciated that the blocking member 270 can initially occupy (specifically) one of the unlocked positions as shown in FIG. 3, wherein the blocking member 270 is free to slide along the arm 222, in particular as indicated by the double-headed arrow in FIG. When the blocking member 270 is in this unlocked position, the retainer portion 228 is disposed outside of the blocking member 270; in this unlocked position, it can be appreciated that the position of the retainer portion 228 on the arm 222 can be modified, the retainer portion The 228 is freely disposed in any of the positions determined by the first rack portion 240 and the second rack portion 248. In other words, the position of the retainer portion 228 is defined by the fact that at least one of the first tooth series 242, 242' is disposed between two consecutive teeth of the second tooth series 250, 250', At least one toothing of the two tooth series 250, 250' is then also located between the two consecutive toothings of the first tooth series 242, 242'.

Alternatively, the blocking member 270 can occupy (specifically) one of the locking positions as shown in Figures 2 and 4, wherein the holder portion 228 and, more particularly, its adjustable portion 230 are engaged with the blocking member 270 In the straight through opening 272. To pass from the unlocked position to the locked position, after the first rack portion 240 and the second rack portion 248 have been engaged with each other, the blocking member 270 slides along the arm 222 toward the second longitudinal end 226; by sliding in this manner, The blocking portion 270 covers the adjustable portion 230 of the holder portion 228, and the blocking member 270 and the holder portion 228 (specifically) cooperate with each other by the above-described guiding members. As shown in FIGS. 3 and 4, the end 231 of the adjustable portion 230 (the holder arm 252 extends therefrom) is considered to be in a plane extending transverse to the longitudinal direction l of the telescopic rod 206 and larger than the through opening 272. A section of the cross section such that the sliding of the blocking member 270 along the arm 222 is limited to the end 231 of the adjustable portion 230 of the retainer portion 228.

The protrusions 278 are then joined in the grooves 280 and the cooperation between the protrusions and the grooves can be facilitated by forming a circular section on the protrusions 278.

The assembly of protrusions 278 and grooves 280 thus constitutes a locking device 279 that is configured to lock the sliding of the blocking member 270 relative to the arm 222; it is also understood that the locking device 279 is also configured to The locking blocking member 270 slides relative to the holder portion 228.

The blocking member 270 is then clamped and secured to the holder portion 228 such that the position of the holder portion 228 relative to the arm 222 cannot be modified. In particular, in the locked position of the blocking member 270, the retainer portion 228 cannot be moved laterally relative to the longitudinal direction l of the telescoping rod 206 because the retainer portion 228 is held against the arm 222 by the blocking member 270; The retainer portion 228 cannot move longitudinally relative to the arm 222 because at least one of the teeth of the first series of teeth 242, 242' is retained between the two consecutive teeth of the second series of teeth 250, 250' .

The cooperation between the blocking member 270 and the anchor portion 228 thus enables the detachable assembly member 232 to be configured to face the mounting stud of the frame 102 (the detachable assembly member 232 is configured to cooperate with the mounting stud), and The assembly stability of the detachable assembly member 232 of the holder portion 228 and the mounting stud mounted on the frame of the bicycle 100 is then ensured to avoid Any accidental removal of the fender 200.

Thus, it can be appreciated that the blocking member 270 is initially placed in its unlocked position; the user can then move the retainer portion 228 relative to the arm 222 to adjust the length of the telescoping rod 206 such that the position of the detachable assembly member 232 matches the front wheel The 104 is configured to be the size of a bicycle that is assembled with the front fender 200. Once this position has been reached, the blocking member 270 slides along the arm 222 to cover the adjustable portion 230 of the retainer portion 228 to be in the locked position. Because the position of the retainer portion 228 is then locked on the arm 222, the fender 200 is moved to engage the mounting stud of the frame 102 into the cavity 260 of the detachable assembly member 232 to enable the fender 200 to be installed On the frame 102 of the bicycle 100.

Alternatively, the user may initially engage the mounting stud in the detachable assembly member 232 prior to moving the arm 222 to engage one of the first rack portion 240 and the second rack portion 248 in the other, The blocking member 270 is then slid along the arm 222 to place it in the locked position.

In particular, as shown in FIG. 2, when the blocking member 270 is in the locked position, it provides continuity of the material of the detachable assembly member 232.

To remove the fender 200, the blocking member 270 is initially suitably passed from the locked position to the unlocked position; for this purpose, the inner cover 274 and the outer cover 276 can be spaced apart from each other, or the adjustable portion 230 can be applied by applying pressure thereto. The protrusion 278 is pushed against the arm 222 to enable the blocking member 270 to slide along the arm 222 to extract the holder portion 228, and in particular to extract its adjustable portion 230 from the blocking member 270.

By way of example and not limitation, the various elements of the fender 200, and in particular the cover 274, 276 of the blocking member 270, are made of a plastic material that is slightly elastically deformable, thus in particular allowing the blocking member 270 can cooperate with the fixture portion 228 by clamping.

The arm 222 also has a retainer member 282 mounted on the first end 224 of the arm 222 and configured to secure the first end 224 to the protective portion 202 and more specifically to the link portion 207 By way of example and not limitation, the retainer member 282 presents a pivot axis that extends transversely or substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal direction l of the telescoping rod 206 and is configured to allow the telescoping rod 206 relative to the protective portion 202 Pivot. The retainer member 282 is thus used to facilitate mounting the fender 200 on the frame of the bicycle 100.

By way of example and not limitation, the retainer member 282 includes a member for securing by clamping, the member being configured to clamp the arm 222 to the protective portion 202.

Furthermore, the retainer member 282 can also be designed without departing from the scope of the invention, and in particular its pivoting shaft, which is configured such that the fender 200 can be removed without obstructing Component 270 passes from the locked position to the unlocked position. This embodiment also presents the advantage of not modifying the length of the telescoping rod 206 when the fender is removed.

The second telescopic rod 206' also has an arm 222' and a holder portion 228' which is configured to be mounted with the same and symmetrical to one of the first telescopic rods 206 described above. One of the studs in the vicinity of the hub 112 cooperates, and the mounting stud is configured for detachable assembly member 232 of the first telescoping rod 206 and the second telescoping rod 206', respectively, disposed on either side of the front hub 112, 232' collaboration.

In addition, the second telescoping rod 206' also includes a blocking member 270' slidably mounted on the arm 222' and capable of occupying an unlocked position or a locked position in which the retainer portion 228' is opposite The position of the arm 222' can be modified to adjust the length of the second telescoping rod 206'; in the locked position, the blocking member 270' locks the position of the anchor portion 228' relative to the arm 222'. The second telescoping rod 206' also has a locking means 279' configured to lock the sliding member 270' from sliding relative to the arm 222'.

Specifically, as shown in FIG. 3, the detachable assembly members 232, 232' of the first telescoping rod 206 and the second telescoping rod 206' are pivotally parallel to each other with respect to the pivot axes about which the arms 222, 222' pivot. In particular, the position of the retainer portions 228, 228' can be adjusted such that the pivot axes of the detachable assembly members 232, 232' are aligned with one another.

Specifically, as shown in FIGS. 2 and 3, the first mounting member 204 of the front fender includes A base 300 is configured to cooperate with a holder head 302.

The base 300 of the first mounting member 204 is secured to the outer face 214 of the protective member 202 and includes a first side portion 304 and a second side portion 304', for example and in a non-limiting manner, the first side portion 304 and the second side portion The 304' are configured to be parallel to one another and extend transversely, preferably perpendicularly, relative to the outer face 214 of the protective portion 202.

The base 300 also includes a securing member 306 for securing the base 300 to the protective portion 202; for example and in a non-limiting manner, the securing member 306 includes a first post 308 and a second post 308' that are configured to Engaged in the first opening 310 and the second opening 310' formed in the outer face 214 of the protective portion 202.

The base 300 also has a first peg 312 and a second peg 312' which are formed on the first side portion 304 and the second side portion 304', respectively, relative to a plane defined by the side portions 304 and 304. And preferably extending vertically, the first peg 312 and the second peg 312' point toward each other and define a hinge axis.

Specifically, as shown in FIG. 3, the fixture head 302 presents a first side edge 314 and a second side edge 314', and a first tab 316 and a second tab 316', a first tab 316 and a second tab. Sheet 316' defines one of the outer casings 318 that make up the detachable assembly member 320, described in more detail below.

The first protrusion 316 and the second protrusion 316' have respective first aperture series 322 and second aperture series 322', and the apertures in the first series 322 and the second series 322' are sized to respectively receive the base The first wooden peg 312 and the second wooden peg 312'.

It can be understood that when the first peg 312 and the second peg 312 ′ are respectively engaged in one of the apertures in each of the first series 322 and the second series 322 ′, the holder head 302 can be opposite to the base 300 pivots about a hinge axis defined by the first peg 312 and the second peg 312'.

Moreover, a plurality of apertures are formed in the first side edge 314 and the second side edge 314' of the holder head 302, respectively, such that the holder head 302 can be oriented in a direction defined by the side edges 314, 314' relative to the base 300 and More specifically, it is laterally extended with respect to the protection portion 202. Move in one direction.

Specifically, as seen in Fig. 3, the apertures formed in the first side edge 314 and the second side edge 314', respectively, communicate with each other, and a constriction is formed between any two consecutive apertures. It will thus be appreciated that the anchor head 302 can be moved relative to the base 300 in one of the lateral extents relative to the protective portion 202 by pushing the pegs 312, 312' from one aperture to the other, as The constriction is made, for example and in a non-limiting manner, from a plastic material that exhibits a small amount of elasticity, so that the constriction can be temporarily enlarged. Alternatively, the pegs 312, 312' can assume a first side and a second side, one of the sides present in a plane defined by the first side portion 304 and the second side portion 304', respectively, and shorter than the other One of the lengths of the sides is such that by pivoting the hinge head 302 relative to the base 300, the pegs 312, 312' can be engaged in two of the first side edges 314 and the second side edges 314' respectively formed In the constriction between successive orifices.

The first tab 316 and the second tab 316' are configured to be elastically spaced apart from each other such that a portion of the frame 102 of the bicycle 100 can be engaged in the housing 318 to secure the first mounting member 204 to the frame 102. More specifically, as shown in FIG. 1, it is fixed to the portion of the handlebar 110 that connects the two branches of the wheel fork 118 to the bicycle 100.

Therefore, it can be understood that since there are two series of apertures formed in the first side edge 314 and the second side edge 314' of the holder head 302, the hinge existing between the holder head 302 and the base 300 can be The position of the front fender 200 relative to the frame 102 of the bicycle 100 is adjusted angularly and laterally.

The front fender 200 thus presents two distinct mounting arrangements consisting first of the first mounting member 204 and secondly by the first telescoping rod 206 and the second telescoping rod 206', the two mounting devices being configured to block The position of the mud board 200 is suitable for the size of the frame of the bicycle 100.

5, 6 and 7 show the rear fender 400 in more detail.

In a manner similar to one of the front fenders 200 as described with reference to FIGS. 2, 3, and 4, the rear fender 400 includes a protective portion having a first end 408 and a second end 410 opposite to each other. At 402, a first shield 418 is mounted on the first end 408. The rear fender 400 also has a first mounting member 404 and a first telescopic rod 406 and a second telescopic rod 406'. The first telescopic rod 406 and the second telescopic rod 406' each include a respective arm 422, 422'; One of the holder portions 428, 428' and a blocking member 470, 470' are secured to the detachable assembly members 432, 432'. The first telescoping rod 406 and the second telescoping rod 406' also include locking means 479, 479' respectively configured to lock the sliding of the blocking members 470, 470' relative to the arms 422, 422'.

Moreover, in a manner similar to the front fender 200, the first mounting member 404 also includes a base 500 and a retainer head 502 that is hingedly mounted to the base 500.

In a manner similar to the front fender 200, the first telescopic rod 406 and the second telescopic rod 406' are engaged in a casing formed in one of the link portions 407 disposed on the protective portion 402, and the link portion 407 also includes An internal portion 409.

The operation of the first mounting member 404 and the first telescoping rod 406 and the second telescoping rod 406' is similar to the operation of the corresponding portion of the front fender 200.

In addition, the rear fender 400 includes a telescoping mounting member 530 slidably mounted relative to the second end 410 of the protective portion 402.

More specifically, as seen in Figure 7, which is a perspective view from the underside of the rear fender 400, the telescoping mounting member 530 includes a mounting portion 532 and a sliding portion 534.

The mounting portion 532 has a first resilient branch 536 and a second resilient branch 536' that are configured to be disposed about a portion of the frame 102 of the bicycle 100 and, more particularly, around the seat tube 125; in other words, the seat tube 125 It is clamped between the elastic branches 536, 536' of the mounting portion 532.

By way of example and not limitation, the sliding portion 534 of the telescoping mounting member 530 assumes the shape of a substantially rectangular plate having a rear facing wheel 106 when the rear fender 400 is mounted on the frame of the bicycle 100 An inner face 538 and an outer face 540 opposite the inner face 538.

The telescoping mounting member 530 also includes a lug protruding from the inner surface 538 of the sliding portion 534 542.

In addition, the protective portion 402 includes a longitudinal cavity 403 sized to receive the sliding portion 534 of the telescoping mounting member 530.

In addition, the protective portion 402 presents a series of windows 405, 405' that are configured to cooperate with the lugs 542.

It will thus be appreciated that the position of the telescoping mounting member 530 relative to the protective portion 402 of the rear fender 400 can be adjusted by sliding the sliding portion 534 in the longitudinal cavity 403 by which the telescoping mounting member 530 can be positioned. Engaged in one of the windows 405, 405' and locked.

By way of example and not limitation, the telescoping mounting member 530 can also include a position indicator member 543 formed on the inner face 538 of the sliding portion 534, visible through the windows 405, 405', and configured This makes it easy for the user to recognize the position in which the telescopic mounting member 530 is rotated relative to the protective portion 402 of the rear fender 400.

It will thus be appreciated that the rear fender 400 presents three distinct mounting devices that are independent of each other and that are comprised of a first mounting member 404, a first telescoping rod 406 and a second telescoping rod 406', and a telescoping mounting member 530, Each mounting device enables the rear fender 400 to match the size of the frame of the bicycle 100.

Specifically, as shown in FIG. 6, the first mounting member 404 of the rear fender 400 is configured such that the detachable retainer member 520 of the retainer head 502 can be secured to the frame of the bicycle 100, and more specifically Fixed to the bracket 120. By way of example and not limitation, the detachable anchor member 520 of the anchor head 502 cooperates with one of the interconnect brackets 120.

The telescoping rods 406, 406' are configured such that the detachable assembly members of the retainer portions 428, 428' can be secured to the bicycle frame and, more specifically, adjacent the rear hub 114.

The entire description given above is given by way of example and thus does not limit the invention.

In particular, although the invention is particularly applicable to the field of bicycles, it can also be adapted For any vehicle, such as, for example, a locomotive, where a user seeks protection from intrusion by components protruding from a traveling member, such as a wheel.

200‧‧‧Front fender

202‧‧‧Protection

204‧‧‧First mounting member

206‧‧‧First telescopic rod

206'‧‧‧Second telescopic rod

208‧‧‧ first end

209‧‧‧ internal part

210‧‧‧ second end

212‧‧‧ inside

214‧‧‧ outside

216‧‧‧ first side edge

216'‧‧‧ second side edge

222‧‧‧ Arm

224‧‧‧First longitudinal end / first end

226‧‧‧second longitudinal end/first end

228‧‧‧Retainer section

228'‧‧‧fixer section

230‧‧‧Adjustable part

231‧‧‧End of the adjustable section

232‧‧‧Removable assembly components

232'‧‧‧Removable assembly components

233‧‧‧ first side section

233'‧‧‧ second side part

234‧‧‧ middle part

238‧‧‧ outside

240‧‧‧First rack section

244‧‧‧ inside

246‧‧‧ outside

252‧‧‧Firmator arm

254‧‧‧assembly components

256‧‧‧ wing

258‧‧‧Actuator components

260‧‧‧ cavity

270‧‧‧blocking parts

270'‧‧‧blocking parts

272‧‧‧through opening

274‧‧‧ inner cover

276‧‧‧ Cover

282‧‧‧Retainer components

300‧‧‧Base

302‧‧‧Fixator head / hinge head

304‧‧‧ first side part

304'‧‧‧ second side part

306‧‧‧Fixed components

308‧‧‧first shot

308'‧‧‧second shot

310‧‧‧ first opening

310'‧‧‧ second opening

312‧‧‧First wooden bolt

312'‧‧‧Second wooden bolt

314‧‧‧ first side edge

314'‧‧‧ second side edge

316‧‧‧First tab

316'‧‧‧second tab

318‧‧‧Shell

320‧‧‧Removable assembly components

322‧‧‧First orifice series

322'‧‧‧Second orifice series

Claims (17)

A fender (200, 400) for mounting on a bicycle (100) having a frame (102), the fender being characterized in that it includes protection for protection against protrusion a portion (202, 402) and at least a first mounting member (204, 404), the at least first mounting member (204, 404) comprising: a base (300, 500) secured to the protective portion; and a fixed a head (302, 502) mounted to the base in an articulated manner and including a detachable retainer member (320, 520) for securing the holder head to the frame of the bicycle; The head (302, 502) is movable relative to the base in a direction transverse to the extension of the protective portion (202, 402) to enable adjustment of the distance between the holder head and the protective portion. The fender (200, 400) of claim 1, wherein the detachable retainer member (320, 520) of the retainer head comprises a first tab and a second tab (316, 316') One of the outer casings (318), the first tabs and the second tabs (316, 316') are configured to be elastically spaced apart from each other such that a portion of the frame of the bicycle is engageable in the outer casing The bracket is fixed to the frame of the bicycle. A fender (200, 400) for mounting on a bicycle (100) having a frame (102), the fender being characterized in that it includes protection for protection against protrusion a portion (202, 402) and at least a first mounting member (204, 404), the at least first mounting member (204, 404) comprising: a base (300, 500) secured to the protective portion; and a fixed a head (302, 502) mounted to the base in an articulated manner and including a detachable retainer member (320, 520) for securing the holder head to the frame of the bicycle; The detachable retainer member (320, 520) of the holder head includes a housing (318) defined between the first tab and the second tab (316, 316'), the first tab and the The second tabs (316, 316') are configured to be elastically spaced apart from each other such that a portion of the frame of the bicycle is engageable in the housing to secure the holder head to the bicycle of the bicycle frame. A fender (200, 400) according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the holder head (302, 502) is pivotally mounted relative to the base (300, 500). The fender (200, 400) of claim 4, wherein the base (300, 500) has a first side portion and a second side portion (304, 304') extending laterally relative to the protective portion, the holder The headgear is pivotally mounted relative to the side portions. The fender (200, 400) of claim 5, wherein the base has first and second pegs (312, 312') projecting from the first side portion and the second side portion, respectively. The fender (200, 400) of claim 6, wherein the first peg and the second peg point toward each other and define an axis about which the holder head can pivot relative to the base. A fender (200, 400) according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the holder head has a first side edge and a second side edge disposed on either side of the detachable holder member (314, 314'). A fender (200, 400) according to claim 5, wherein: the holder head has a first side edge and a second side edge (314, 314'), which are configured in the detachable holder member And affixed to the first side edge and the second side edge (314, 314') respectively. And sized to receive the first peg and the second peg (312, 312'). A fender (200, 400) according to claim 9, wherein the holder head (302, 502) has A first series of apertures and a second series of apertures (322, 322') formed in the first side edge and the second side edge (314, 314'), respectively. A fender (400) according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the protective portion (402) presents one end (410), and wherein the fender further comprises a sliding portion mounted to be opposite the protective portion A telescoping mounting member (530) including a mounting portion (532) configured to engage around a portion of the frame of the bicycle. The fender (400) of claim 11 wherein the mounting portion presents a first resilient branch and a second resilient branch (536, 536') configured to be disposed about the portion of the frame of the bicycle. A fender (200, 400) according to any one of claims 1 to 3, further comprising at least one telescopic rod (206, 206', 406, 406') presenting a longitudinal direction ( 1 ), the telescoping The lever includes: an arm (222, 222', 422, 422') configured to be secured to the protective portion; a retainer portion (228, 228', 428, 428') that cooperates with the arm, And including a detachable assembly member (232, 232', 432, 432') for detachably securing the holder portion to the frame of the bicycle; and a blocking member (270, 270', 470) 470') slidably mounted on the arm for sliding between an unlocked position and a locked position in which the position of the retainer portion relative to the arm is Modifications to adjust the length of the telescoping rod; in the locked position, the blocking member locks the position of the retainer portion relative to the arm. A fender (200, 400) as claimed in claim 13 wherein it further comprises a locking means (279, 279', 479, 479') for locking the sliding member relative to the arm. The fender (200, 400) of claim 14, wherein the locking device comprises a groove (280) formed in the blocking member (270) and a protrusion formed on the holder portion (228) (278) The protrusion is configured to engage the groove when the blocking member is in the locked position to clamp the blocking member relative to the holder portion. The fender (200, 400) of claim 13, wherein the holder portion and the arm respectively include a first rack portion and a second configured to provide the cooperation between the holder portion and the arm Rack section (240, 248). A bicycle (100), characterized in that it comprises a frame (102) and at least one fender (200, 400) according to any one of claims 1 to 16.