Hmm, the 3D brackets were included, along with 12 different multi-port plates, a 3D printed bottom bracket cable guide and front mech cable outer (I bought a frameset). Looking at their site, mention of the 3D brackets has gone (although they are in the manual, which is quite old now) and they are now listed as a £15 accessory. A hidden price rise if you like. Mudguards for me are essential around the muddy cart tracks of Herefordshire. There is a slight toe overlap with them, but it only catches me if I'm doing a U turn!