GLOVES

Men's MTB Gloves - Fox Mountain Bike Gloves for Every Trail

This category brings together men's mountain bike gloves from Fox, covering everything from featherweight short-finger trail gloves to full-coverage long-finger models with reinforced protection. Whether you ride flowing singletrack, enduro descents, downhill bike park laps or daily gravel and commuting miles, gloves are the contact point between your hands and the bar, and they decide how much grip, comfort and control you keep on a long ride. At Foxracing.si you can browse the complete men's MTB glove collection in one place.

What this category covers

• Short-finger gloves - maximum ventilation and bare-finger feel on brake levers, ideal for hot summer rides and cross-country.
• Long-finger trail gloves - the all-round choice: thin, stretchy backhand, silicone-printed fingertips and full finger coverage against branches and gravel rash.
• Protective enduro and downhill gloves - heavier construction with knuckle padding, reinforced palms and abrasion-resistant panels for bike park and race use.
• Padded and gel-palm gloves - extra cushioning under the palm to reduce hand fatigue and numbness on long, rough descents.
• Cold-weather gloves - insulated, wind-resistant or water-repellent versions for autumn, winter and early-spring riding.

How to choose the right MTB gloves

• Fit and sizing: measure the width of your palm across the knuckles and compare it with the size chart. A glove should sit snugly with no loose fabric in the palm and no pressure across the seams when you close your hand on the grip.
• Finger length: short-finger for heat and feel, long-finger for protection, grip in the wet and warmth.
• Palm material: single-layer synthetic leather such as Clarino gives the best lever feel; thicker or padded palms give more cushioning but slightly less feedback.
• Protection level: ride bike park or race downhill and knuckle protection plus reinforced fingers pay off; for cross-country and trail, minimal, breathable gloves are usually faster and cooler.
• Grip and control: look for silicone print on the index and middle fingertips for reliable braking, and a smooth palm without bulky seams.
• Breathability and closure: mesh or perforated backhands keep hands cool; a slip-on cuff is low-profile, while a hook-and-loop closure lets you fine-tune the fit.
• Touchscreen and small details: conductive fingertips for your phone or GPS and a microfibre thumb panel for wiping sweat or goggles.

Brands

The gloves in this category are made by Fox, a brand with deep roots in motocross and mountain biking whose glove families span lightweight race gloves, all-round trail models and reinforced gloves built for gravity riding.

Frequently asked questions

Short-finger or long-finger gloves for mountain biking?

Short-finger gloves are cooler and give the most direct lever feel, which suits hot weather and cross-country. Long-finger gloves protect your fingers from branches, crashes and cold, which is why most trail, enduro and downhill riders use them year-round.

How should MTB gloves fit?

They should feel like a second skin: snug across the palm, with fingertips reaching the end of the glove without bunching. Too loose and the material folds under your grip and causes blisters; too tight and your hands fatigue quickly.

Do I need padded gloves?

Padding helps if you suffer from hand numbness or ride long, rocky descents. Many riders prefer unpadded gloves because correct grip size, bar setup and suspension setting solve comfort problems more effectively.

Can I wash mountain bike gloves?

Yes - hand wash or use a gentle cycle in cold water with mild detergent and let them air dry. Avoid tumble drying and fabric softener, which can damage silicone prints and palm materials.

Which gloves work best in winter?

Choose insulated, wind-resistant models with a longer cuff that seals under your jacket sleeve, and keep a thinner pair for milder days so your hands do not overheat and sweat.

Browse the men's Fox glove range above and pick the pair that matches your riding style, season and preferred level of protection.