Branchy protects your rear derailleur against direct impacts and snagging from rocks, branches, sticks, roots, ruts and other trail obstacles. It helps prevent damage to the derailleur, hanger and wheel, saving repairs and keeping you riding.
Branchy Original — lighter and more flexible, at just 38 g. The proven, compact option for riders who want protection with minimal weight, from mountain biking to gravel.
Branchy HD — Heavy Duty protection, at 52 g. A sturdier construction and larger protective blade for rough terrain and more demanding use, especially e-MTB, enduro and downhill. Developed from years of experience with the Original.
Designed to fit a wide range of brands, hardtails and full-suspension bikes, including high pivot, Horst link, virtual pivot, single pivot and Yeti Infinity layouts. Check the space beside your derailleur to choose the right model and ensure clearance from the chain and wheel.
Easy to install with three supplied cable ties. Both models come with a Lifetime Warranty against defects in materials or workmanship for the original owner.
Branchy HD: the blade sits beside the derailleur while leaving the chain and wheel clear.
More riding. Fewer repairs.
A damaged derailleur can end a ride long before you reach home. A rock striking its body or a branch catching it can also bend the hanger. In a more serious incident, the derailleur may be pushed towards the wheel, putting spokes and other components at risk.
The repair bill is only part of the problem. There is the walk back, the trip to the workshop, replacement parts to find and time spent waiting for your bike. Even a small obstacle can turn a good day on the trails into an inconvenient and expensive interruption.
Branchy is designed to reduce the chance of this kind of damage. Its blade meets obstacles beside the derailleur and helps guide them away, reducing the impact on the parts behind it. It cannot prevent every accident, but it adds a physical barrier where your bike is particularly exposed.
How the protection works.
Branchy attaches to the chainstay and positions its main blade alongside the derailleur body. The blade’s shape is designed to deflect contact from stones, sticks, branches, roots and the edges of ruts, rather than letting an obstacle catch directly on the mechanism.
Its compact profile keeps protection close to the bike. When correctly installed, it leaves the chain line clear throughout the gears and allows the derailleur and wheel to move freely.
That position matters: the protector needs enough space to do its job without touching moving parts. Check the fitting for your bike and model, then inspect the position and fixings regularly as part of your normal bike maintenance.
Branchy Original mounted on the chainstay. The protector stays close to the derailleur without surrounding it.
Built on years of riding experience.
Branchy began with an engineering approach: 3D models, repeated prototypes and practical trials to find the right shape and material. Protection, weight, clearance and ease of fitting all had to work together on a real bike.
Thousands of Branchy Original units have been sold worldwide. MTB professionals and leading riders have used and tested it for years, including in demanding events such as Red Bull Rampage, Megavalanche and enduro and downhill competitions. That experience gives the design a history beyond the workshop.
Branchy HD builds on what we have learned from the Original and from rider feedback. HD stands for Heavy Duty: a sturdier development of the same protective concept for technical terrain and demanding riding. The Original remains in the range as the established lightweight option.
Protection designed around real riding, with the HD drawing on the experience of Branchy Original.
Tough material, useful flexibility.
Branchy uses high-performance thermoplastic selected to combine impact resistance, flexibility and low weight. The material and the blade’s shape work together to help deflect contact and reduce its effect on the derailleur.
The protector is designed for outdoor use around a working drivetrain, with resistance to UV exposure, oil, grease and chemicals. Its ability to flex and recover is part of that design.
The three supplied cable ties are made from flexible polyamide with high compression and tensile strength. Their flat heads sit close to the fixing area, keeping the installation compact. As with other components exposed to impacts and trail debris, check both the protector and its fixings before riding.
Little weight. A choice of protection.
Branchy Original weighs approximately 38 g. Its slim design provides a discreet barrier beside the derailleur, and it comes in six finishes: Black, Luxury Silver, Halloween Orange, Forest Green, Coke Red and Kashima Gold.
Branchy HD weighs approximately 52 g, including its 3M tape. Available in black, it has a sturdier construction and a larger protective profile for demanding trails, enduro and downhill.
Both models share the same purpose and are made in Spain. You can see their dimensions, mounting details, photographs and rotating product views on the individual product pages.
Will it fit your bike?
Branchy is designed for a wide range of bike brands and rear derailleurs, including hardtails and full-suspension bikes. The design accommodates many suspension layouts, including high pivot, Horst link, virtual pivot, single pivot and Yeti Infinity.
The space around your derailleur is the deciding factor. The chainstay shape, the position of the derailleur and clearance from the chain and wheel all need checking. A suspension layout or brand name alone does not guarantee compatibility.
If you are unsure, send us your bike model and a clear photo of this area. We can help you assess the fit before you choose your Branchy.
Both models use 3M double-sided tape on the upper mounting surface and the three supplied cable ties. Position the protector, check clearance, secure the ties and trim their excess ends. A pair of scissors or suitable cutters is needed for trimming; no specialist fitting tools are required.
The cable ties follow a different route on each model. On Original, the ties wrap around the tabs and the chainstay. The tabs rest against the side of the chainstay and are not adhesive. On HD, the ties pass through the mounting holes and wrap around the chainstay.
Use the instructions for your model and check the chain, wheel and derailleur clearance through their movement before riding. Taking care over positioning is more important than rushing the installation.
Both models come with a Lifetime Warranty against defects in materials or workmanship for the original owner, subject to the warranty terms.
Hard riding can still cause damage outside that cover. If the warranty does not apply, our Crash Replacement programme offers the original owner a replacement at a reduced price, subject to its terms. Send us a photo, your purchase invoice and a description of what happened through the warranty form.
