I've got a Blade 2.25. . I've got a Blade 2.25. So far, I've nothing bad to say about it.
Mud sheding is ok, though it loads up a little in real thick muck.
Since I don't ride in that kind of mud a lot, it hasn't been an issue. Give 'em a shot. You can find them pretty cheap. Link to an image from another website, or Click here to upload an image directly from your hard drive.