Fox Racing Ranger Apparel

Fox Ranger Jersey, Pants, and Gloves

There is more than a handful of nice feeling and good looking kits on the market these days. Just about every shade and colour is covered. I usually prefer merino gear, either from Mons for shoulder and winter seasons or Yeti for shorter sleeve options in warmer weather. I like the feel of the materials and the casualness of the garments. I'll even reach for a cotton shirt because nothing says "screw you" to big garment like comfy loose fitting cotton with sweet graphics. Fox Racing products have historically reflected a racier image. Moto-inspired graphics, colours and cuts meant that some more casual riders shied away.

With the New Ranger line, Fox is appealing to a wider audience. I am a part of that audience and have been wearing the Jersey, Pants, Gloves, kneepads and shoes for a couple of months.

Fox Ranger Wordmark Jersey

Made from 100% recycled plastic, the new jersey has a couple of tricks up its short sleeves. This starts at the shoulders, where Fox has cut and sewn the fabric from the shoulders back for a better fit in riding position. The Wordmark Jersey is long! My size Large sample ( I am usually a medium but this large does fit nicely on my 5'9" body) has a 30" (76cm) length from the neck to the tail and a 20" (51cm) boxy cut across the back. This is a welcome feature for anyone who wants to make sure their back is covered from flying tire debris or anyone who rides with a hip pack. I generally find the hip pack slowly pulls the jersey up until it exposes my lower back to the elements. This has been a non-issue with the Fox jersey.

The material is comfortable, light, resists odours well but, in this lovely blue, is prone to staining. It is not specific to this one, but jerseys in general in this part of the world. Our soil seems to have staining characteristics. Much like frames, the Fox Wordmark Jersey is versatile in its sizing. I would opt for medium if I was layering but large seems to do well on its own for this out of shape rider.

Fox Ranger Workmark Jersey - 80 CAD / 56 USD

Fox Ranger Pants

SImple pants make a whole world of difference. I am generally not seeking high tech materials when it comes to covering my legs. Give me abrasion resistant, lightweight materials for the summer and some water repellence in the winter. The fewer adjustment features, the better. Fox seems to have read my mind, and the Ranger pants are almost perfect. I am a size 31 waist with 30" inseams. These samples came in size 32 Waist and 31ish leg. There is also a "Tall" version with 32.5" legs for even more ankle coverage.

Made from very breathable and seemingly durable ripstop material, the single ratchet belt adjustment has won me over. While I am maxed out on adjustments for my waist, the rest of the pants seem to fit well. So I either need to put more weight on my belly (gladly) or need to size down to 30" waist for a better fit. The length is ample for my legs, with most of my socks covered, and the stretch back around the ankles makes getting in and out of the pants a breeze.

Side pockets are zippered and so deep that my Google Pixel 9 Pro phone can fully rotate during a ride. It makes getting it out a bit of a hassle, but I appreciate the space. You can securely toss your gloves, keys, wallet, and snacks in there with room to spare. Most of these pants are made from recycled plastic as well. These came in at 268 grams (9.45oz) on my scale.

I've washed these pants a few times, and they do not retain odour. I have managed to stain the thigh with something white. I am not sure what, as it won't come off. It looks to be a lack of pigment rather than a stain. I probably splashed some brake cleaner on it while working under my truck. I regularly ruin my clothes while wrenching on stuff.

I like these pants from Fox. They are very comfortable and will do great all summer with pedalling and park riding. There is plenty of room for pads under the knees.

Fox Ranger Pants - 200 CAD / 140 USD

Ranger Gloves

These are lightweight trail gloves to match the rest of the kit, with velcro tabs on the wrist and mesh uppers and a soft suede-like palm. There is neoprene along the wrist and conductive touch screen compatible fabric on the thumb, index and middle fingers. These thin gloves are comfortable and easy to get in and out of thanks to the velcro. They seem durable and held up to a couple of tumbles and slides along the forest floor. I generally wear size large gloves but these fit on the smaller side. Whie I don't think I can move up to XL, the Rangers leave some marks on my hands after a few hours. They do not feel uncomfortable by any means, but the markings are strange and not something I have experienced with other gloves. Definitely try them before committing but I like the functionality so far. Some of the stitching is coming loose here and there, but no holes have appeared. Branding is minimal with the Fox head on the back of the hand.

Fox Ranger Gloves - 55 CAD / 35 USD

Should You?

If you are looking for a jersey with ample back coverage and attack position fit along the shoulders, give the Fox Ranger Jersey a try. It fits and covers well, price per square inch of fabric is low, and the blue is nice. If I needed a spare jersey or a replacement on a trip and I walked into a bike shop, I would not hesitate to grab one of these. Otherwise, my merino gear will serve me well.

The Ranger Pants are a great lightweight option for pedal-happy descenders or people who generally like to cover their legs. The cut and finish are nice, and the comfort is excellent. They breathe well and seem durable so far, apart from certain chemical attacks.

Fox's Ranger gloves are a great option when it comes to thin gloves with velcro wrist closures. They seem durable, breathe well, wick sweat quickly and do not stink.

FOX Ranger Apparel