This full fingered glove is performance oriented and it's ergonomically designed to fit around the grip. The palm is lightly padded with a dual layer of clarino fabric to provide a powerful hand to handlebar contact.
Submitted by
thrasher_s
a Weekend Warrior
from el Paso, Tx Date Reviewed: October 6, 2009
Favorite Trail:
all of em
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$20.00
Purchased At:
Jensonusa.com
Strengths:
Good fit and finish. Excellent grip on handlebars and brake levers. Good padding on knuckles, but definitely not too bulky. Breathable, but not so breathable that they fall apart right away. 2009 model (different from picture above as of Oct. 09) comes in several sweet colors.
Weaknesses:
My hands are somewhere INBETWEEN a large and XL. I buy larges and hope they stretch without ripping, because XL's are just too big.
Similar Products Used:
A variety of glove types. DH and XC specific.
Bike Setup:
Trek Remedy, Specialized Stumpy 29
Bottom Line:
Absolutely Excellent All Mountain glove. Don't use it for downhill or XC racing, but everything in between.
I bought the olive green color. Liked em enough that I bought the burnt orange color as a second pair.
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Submitted by
Rick Glos
a Cross Country Rider
from Portland, Oregon, USA Date Reviewed: May 8, 2009
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$33.00
Purchased At:
Backcountry
Bottom Line:
The glove ripped at the seam at the base of my thumb the first time I put it on. I have an older pair of these gloves which is why I purchased these. Also, they removed the snot wipe and it's only got a small bit of felt on the knuckle of the thumb for wiping your brow, terrible design changes.
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Submitted by
squads
a Weekend Warrior
from Philadelphia Date Reviewed: June 5, 2008
Favorite Trail:
French Creek State Park
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$40.00
Purchased At:
Jenson USA
Strengths:
Very comfortable, full-fingered for protection, good durability, best looking gloves around, snot wiper on thumb is priceless
Weaknesses:
pricey (most good gear is), tend to get hot, thumbs were tight at first
Similar Products Used:
Pearl Izumi and Giant cheapos
Bike Setup:
Cannondale Rush, Oury lock-ons...that is about all that is relavent here
Bottom Line:
I've used these for a year now and they are still in great shape. Others have had problems with the stitching coming apart, but I have not seen that with Oury grips. Wash them every couple weeks and they are good to go.
When I first got the gloves, the thumbs were too tight, causing some numbness. I let them break in and mold a bit and now they fit ummm...like a glove. Oh yeah they get warm, but that is generally the drawback of a durable full-fingered glove.
Bottom line is I've crashed numerous times on logs and rocks and such, gouging up legs and arms, but my hands haven't caught a scratch.
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Submitted by
Jonathan
a Weekend Warrior
from NYC, NY, USA Date Reviewed: November 11, 2007
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$24.00
Purchased At:
WheelWorld.com
Strengths:
Comfortable and Durable
Weaknesses:
After several washings rubber brush gaurds on index finger fell off.
Similar Products Used:
Specialized, SixSixOne, Fox Polarpaw
Bike Setup:
Full suspesion 5" Front & Rear
Bottom Line:
Good quality glove comfortable and better than most other products I have tried.
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Submitted by
Jay
a Cross Country Rider
from Auckland Date Reviewed: October 22, 2007
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$70.00
Purchased At:
LBS
Strengths:
Fantastic fit. Glove molds to my hand.
Weaknesses:
Stitching has worn on the palms.
Similar Products Used:
661 Garcia, Specialized BG
Bike Setup:
2006 Trance 1. ODI Rogue grips.
Bottom Line:
This is a review for the 2007 glove. In less than 2months the stitching has worn away to nothingness and the gloves are falling apart at the middle of the palm next to the evo padding. It's such a pity as I love the feel and fit of this glove - it's the best I've tried. I reckon it's a design problem. All of my old gloves show wear at the same part of the palm, but none have stitching running across this area excluding the sidewinder. I reckon my grippy ODI grips may be a factor in wear and another reviewer has highlighted this too.
Very disappointing. I can't afford to swap out gloves every 2months!
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Submitted by
JV
a Racer
from Belgium Date Reviewed: May 17, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Winterberg Bike Park
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$35.00
Purchased At:
ebay
Strengths:
looks good, good fit, don't fall apart after 3 rides
Weaknesses:
feel snug on first ride, rubber logo's come off easily
Similar Products Used:
thor, troy lee, no fear, oakley, o'neal, fox, 661, ... I have tried pretty much every brand of gloves
Bike Setup:
bmx style, stiff suspension
Bottom Line:
Great gloves. Didn't really like them at first but after breaking them in they are awesome. This is the only glove I use at the moment, super comfortable.
These gloves are not cheap but well worth the money!
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Submitted by
ryan
a Weekend Warrior
from Reno,NV,USA Date Reviewed: April 13, 2007
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$25.00
Purchased At:
Sierra Trading Post
Strengths:
looks sick grip grip grip doesnt get dirty easy
Weaknesses:
little silicon and rubber things fall of after 2 or 3 weeks, but those are useless anyway... I have long fingers, but small palms, so fit was a little sketchy, but thats the same with all gloves for me
Bike Setup:
Mongoose Teocali Super
Bottom Line:
Good riding glove, if ur not doing full out DH and cliff hucks... I see it as a DJ glove, looks good, feels good.
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Submitted by
brian
a Weekend Warrior
from quezon city, philippines Date Reviewed: February 15, 2007
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$25.00
Purchased At:
LBS
Strengths:
great looks, thick thumb cushion for wiping off sweat, properly padded, great looks
Weaknesses:
quite uncomfortable at first, not well ventilated, color doesn't fade after washing
needs a little getting used to when new coz of the material on the front of the glove and is not properly ventilated. if you're an avid xc rider under the sun and very comfort concerned(in which i don't care at all), you'd better think about using these gloves. other than those mentioned, all praises to these gloves. definitely the best gloves in the market. cheaper than the oakley's-but still quite expensive.
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Submitted by
Dan
a
from Australia Date Reviewed: September 11, 2006
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Strengths:
good strong gloves good fit provide good protection
Weaknesses:
velcro stitching falling apart, the material on the thumb has gone brown, and rubber on fingers wearing thin and gets slippery if ANY form of oil or sweat get on them
Similar Products Used:
Fox, Fox, Fox, fox mongoose, fox,
Bike Setup:
Faith three YEEEEEEEW
Bottom Line:
good gloves hole proof i say
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Submitted by
William
a
from Florida Date Reviewed: June 4, 2006
Favorite Trail:
Alafia River State Park
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$25.00
Purchased At:
Knight Bikes
Strengths:
Strong quality, great gripping, good placement of right fabrics where needed most!
Weaknesses:
Can be a little warm
Similar Products Used:
none
Bike Setup:
Marin Nail Trail
Bottom Line:
Fox makes good quality gear. The gloves are some of the best on the market and constantly get good reviews from everywhere all of the time. Great gripping, great fit!
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Submitted by
FreERider
a Downhiller
from MaLaYsia Date Reviewed: April 15, 2006
Favorite Trail:
All kind of trail that is fun
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$35.00
Purchased At:
Joo Ngan Cycle
Strengths:
Grips likes hell even in wet condition..Great design..Quite comfortable while riding..Good quality of material..Machine washable..It doesn't tear easily even if u crash..
Weaknesses:
The two black rubber at the finger fading..
Similar Products Used:
Iron Mag(sucks)..
Bottom Line:
Mine is the 04' model..Great gloves..Quite cheap..Outstanding performance..Looks great..Won't regret for buying it..
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Submitted by
ezweave
a Downhiller
from Colorado Date Reviewed: April 12, 2006
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$25.00
Purchased At:
Performance
Strengths:
They were on sale. The reinforced palm might be good, that's actually where I have destroyed Sidewinders in the past.
Weaknesses:
What happened? These are 2005 models and the plastic knuckle ribs have almost all fallen off, they were glued on and not very well. The palm is almost worn through and the padding on the top is kinda sparse. Not sure if it would hold up, but I haven't had a big wreck in a while, so I have no idea. I have had a few sidewinders and these are the worst. Actually, my 99 pair lasted the longest...
Similar Products Used:
Other Sidewinders, Digits, etc. Oh I have some Inclines for my road bike.
Bike Setup:
Not really relevant. A short travel DH/FR bike.
Bottom Line:
Disappointment.
I didn't really ride much in the year I owned these, I was kinda burnt out by injury and stress (I'm very busy). Anyway, I ruined a pair of other Sidewinders in a DJ accident (palms gone). So these were on sale (the color was kinda weak: black/red). They suck, I mean I can't believe they are fox gloves. The rubber mesh on the outside of the lower palm might actually prevent the kind of wear I have incurred in the past, but the rest is actively falling apart. I maybe have 60 hours in them and if I see a better glove on sale, they are going to be used for yard work.
They aren't horrible, I have learned that ODI Ruffian grips kind of file away at palms... a few decent drops and you can feel the palm leather wearing away.
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Submitted by
Jon
a
from Wichita Date Reviewed: November 8, 2005
Favorite Trail:
Urban and skatepark
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
It's extremely comfortable, and breathable. It looks rad. Good grip and padding. And I they've held pretty well to the punishment of urban assault
Weaknesses:
Well I wish they would've done double-stitcing the whole thing, cause I've got a small hole in the bottom of the palm. How long is a glove to last under such circumstances?
Similar Products Used:
Specialized TRX
Bike Setup:
Specialized 05 P.3, Fox Vanilla R fork set to 100mm, Easton Monkeybar, EA70 post, Vice Stem, Holzfeller cranks, Specialized 06 Lo' Pro Mag pedals, Specialized SL BMX seat, ODI lock-ons, Avid 06 Juicy Seven 8" rear brake, cheap front wheel, Chris King Rear SS Disk rear hub with DT spokes, nipples and this DT FR rim, Maxxis Holy Rollers 2.4
Bottom Line:
It's good stuff. Try em'.
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Submitted by
Michael
a Downhiller
from Toronto Date Reviewed: September 7, 2005
Favorite Trail:
Blue Mountain
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$35.00
Purchased At:
Online
Strengths:
Nothing, these gloves (2004) are just falling apart everywhere.
Weaknesses:
Everything, stitching is coming loose in the velcro straps and gussets, all the rubber is peeling off and the silicon pads wore off after the first ride. Why did they even go with this design when the previous year's gloves had the fingertips actually made with sticky material that doesn't come off after one ride. Absolutely useless. My buddy's got his from like 02 or 03 and his have outlasted mine. I bought these on his suggestion but boy has Fox's quality in gloves gone downhill...
Similar Products Used:
Race Face XC, Race Face DH
Bike Setup:
Norco Shore
Bottom Line:
If you can get your hands on previous year models then fire away captain, if not, go buy some other gloves. For their most expensive glove, I would have thought that Fox would have given you something decent, but my gloves are absolute crap.
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Submitted by
John
a Weekend Warrior
from Toronto, Ontario, Canada Date Reviewed: August 4, 2005
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Price Paid:
$27.00
Purchased At:
www.foxracing.ca
Strengths:
Looks great, function, fit, style, price and Fox quality.
Weaknesses:
Sometime between 1.0-1.5yrs of use the cloth on the thumb where it connects to the rest of the glove has discoloured. From black to brown, small area about the size of a quarter. The velcro closure (last 20%) no-longer grips the velcro on the back of the glove.
Similar Products Used:
1997 Answer Stylus, 2002 Fox Static, 2002 Troy Lee Designs SE.
Bike Setup:
2001 Trek Fuel 90 Disk, 1996 GT Ricochet.
Bottom Line:
I still wear these gloves today for both day and night bike rides. They are the next best in lasting quality to my 1997 Answer Stylus gloves. I ordered these in Nov. 2003 online after a night time crash when I chewed up the left Troy Lee Design glove as my left arm was under me as I was sliding on asphalt. Bottom Line: Excellent Fox gloves, last 20% of velcro no-longer grips and with more day time rides in 2005 then in 2004 the cloth on both thumbs have discoloured from black to brown.
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Submitted by
rider eight
a Cross Country Rider
from Phoenix Date Reviewed: February 13, 2005
Duration Product Used:
More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$30.00
Purchased At:
various
Strengths:
Has nice rubber finger tips looks pretty cool.
Weaknesses:
Is now a cheap version of it's former self. Velcro is glued onto strap instead of stiched, material is thinner.
Similar Products Used:
AXO Descend
Bottom Line:
Bottom line is that this newest version 2004+ glove (made in China) is a horrible version of it's earlier model. The cool rubber white stripes on the back of the hand are peeling off on the 1st ride, the fabric is cheaper and wears out very fast, but my worst issue is that the Velcro on the straps is only glued onto the strap unlike previous years where it was also stiched. Because of this glued only velcro it peels right of the strap after 1 washing.
If you like the previous sidewinder gloves, these are nothing like those. I even went and bought another pair to see if maybe it was just the pair I bought but unfortunately no dice. I am going back to AXO or something else.....
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Submitted by
Brian Warnicke
a Cross Country Rider
from Portland, OR. USA Date Reviewed: September 13, 2004
Favorite Trail:
Where ever there's dirt
Duration Product Used:
More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$38.00
Purchased At:
Been so long ago, can't remember
Strengths:
Very durable, comfortable glove. Easy on easy off. Rubber finger tips are very nice and the rubber guards on the outside of the fingers have saved the skin on my fingers many times. Handles palm plants on pavement and trails very well. Very cool styling as well. By far the best glove purchase I have ever made.
Weaknesses:
They look so good that other people try to steel them. On my second pair in 5 yrs cause of theft. Price is a little on the high side.
Similar Products Used:
Nothing compares!!!
Bike Setup:
Specialized Hardrock A1-Comp, Marzocchi Z3 Flylight, XTR drive train, Easton stem, Kona XC riser bars, Selle Tie seat, Bontrager Cranks, Shimano High Tension wheels, Panaracer Fire XC pro Kevlar tires, etc. (time for a new frame)
Bottom Line:
Excellent glove if you got the money to spend on them. Would recomend them to anyone. I have taken these gloves to hell and back and they still keep comming back for more.
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Submitted by
carlos
a Weekend Warrior
from guadalajara, jalisco, mexico Date Reviewed: April 6, 2004
Favorite Trail:
anything anywhere
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Price Paid:
$35.00
Purchased At:
some bike shop in new york
Strengths:
tough, even that they're light they have excellent padding and grip, and the lil rubber thing at the fingertips helps with the brake levers. and they're so easy to get them off!! and they also have this towel like stuff behind the thimb so you can get rid of the sweat on ur forehead. cool looking too.
Weaknesses:
falling, but gloves are not made for falls are they? i falled once and the seam that joins the leather of the palm to the lycra at the side of the fingers didnt make it but it was an easy fix and it was only a lil hole at the side of my index and middle fingers, no big deal.
Similar Products Used:
axo cortez gloves, yuk.
Bike Setup:
mongoose 10.5 titanium, xt/deore group, avid brakes, easton ea50 stem/bar/post, mavic221 rims w/deore hubs, michelin transworld city tires, salsa juegos de fuego grips and i think thats it
Bottom Line:
well, some ppl say that i use too much glove for riding in the city, but it's a really cool glove to use with soft compund rubber grips and i care a lot for my hands and even thou i always have cuts and i use them a lot so thats why i needed protection on them. i also used them once to cout some lumber with an ax and i have no complains on them. i need new ones cuz ive seen a tiny hole on the leather now which i guess is gonna become bigger with time
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Submitted by
D
a Cross Country Rider
from Denton, TX Date Reviewed: December 16, 2003
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$37.00
Purchased At:
Local shop
Strengths:
Great gloves. Noticable quality in the palm section with plenty of breathability on top. Provides excellent grip,.. no bulk between you and your bars. They also keep my hands warm from cold beer.
Weaknesses:
? No pictures of chicks on em. ?
Similar Products Used:
Fingerless, and some ole specialized mtn glove
Bike Setup:
Two wheeled versions, urban, xc, road, SS, chopper bikes,
Bottom Line:
Buy the glove. I've only had them awhile, but they've proven themselves in fit and function. GO PA!
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Submitted by
downhillzeypher
a Downhiller
from ca Date Reviewed: November 29, 2003
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$40.00
Purchased At:
foxracing.com
Strengths:
breathable look freakin awesome comfortable grip really well
Weaknesses:
There's a bunch of loose threads after I washed it, I dunno if it matters or not but yeah. Kinda clumsy when I try to handle tools with them on.
Bike Setup:
04 bighit comp, stock
Bottom Line:
Sweet gloves. Totally dig the rubber graphic thingys. I ride in a lot of cold weather and these keep my hands really warm. 5 flaming turds.
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Submitted by
Stephen
a Weekend Warrior
from Darien, CT Date Reviewed: November 19, 2003
These are great gloves. Not only do they look awesome, they are very functional. The rubber strips on the index and middle fingers provide extra grip when breaking and shifting. My only complaint however is the lack of padding between the top of the rubber panel on the back of the glove and the backs of my knuckles. After wearing the gloves for an extened period of time, an indentation appears on the back of my hand from it digging in. Otherwise, these are excellent gloves. I gave them four chilis only because I think comfort is the most important aspect of a glove and these aren't the most comfortable I've ever worn. Everything else about them is great.
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Submitted by
Scott
a Weekend Warrior
from Seattle, WA, USA Date Reviewed: October 28, 2003
Duration Product Used:
More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$30.00
Purchased At:
Wheel & Sprocket annual sale in Milwaukee
Strengths:
lightweight, tough, protective
Weaknesses:
?
Similar Products Used:
various non-mountain biking specific gloves
Bike Setup:
Gary Fisher X-Cal 853
Bottom Line:
I figured I owed this to Fox now that I've FINALLY blown a hole in the fingertip. I used these gloves for years off- roading (bike and motorcycle) and on-road (bike and motorcycle). They are Fox - they're not the cheapest but they've been making gear for eons and it shows. I couldn't believe how well this glove stood up to motocrossing. My friends got sick of hearing about how long the gloves were lasting. Today's new makers would think it is a bad thing for gloves to last a long time. I washed them a couple times but having these gloves kept me from having to go find a new pair for a LONG time.
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Submitted by
Chuck Caffarella
a Cross Country Rider
from Sudbury, MA Date Reviewed: October 10, 2003
Favorite Trail:
Mt. Misery
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$30.00
Purchased At:
The Cycle Loft
Strengths:
Tactile sensitivity is excellent. 2 layer palm is durable. They are breathable, fit well and look cool. Protection against brush is excellent.
Weaknesses:
Minimal padding on palm and back of hand.
Similar Products Used:
Various other Fox gloves (pawtector, dirt paw, digit), Assos, Axo, Held, Olympia
Bike Setup:
2004 Intense Spider - red, Progressive 5th Element Air, Fox F100X, full '03/'04 XTR with hydro and discs, Chris King Nothreadset (rasta), Thomson Elite stem and seatpost, Easton MonkeyLite bars with ODI Ruffian grips and lock jaws, WTB Laser V Ti saddle, M959 pedals, XTR M965 Wheelset, Continental Vertical Pro 2.3 UST tubeless front tire, Continental Explorer Pro 2.1 UST tubeless rear tire, Ringle skewers, Cateye Cordless 7.
Bottom Line:
A great glove for overall mountain bike use (cross country and adventure racing). It's light, comfortable and looks good. I'd opt for a more protective glove for serious freeride, hucking or downhill rides though. While this does provide ok protection, the padding in the back of the glove is minimal although sufficient for a not too nasty get-off. Feel is very good and grip is excellent. No sweaty palms, in fact, they are cooler than my road bike 1/2 finger gloves.
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Submitted by
Tim
a Weekend Warrior
from Canberra, ACT, Australia Date Reviewed: September 28, 2003
Favorite Trail:
any DH or jumping i can find
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Price Paid:
$25.00
Purchased At:
Mal -Adjusted
Strengths:
Light, breathable, very comfortable
Weaknesses:
thumb is a little short
Similar Products Used:
Fox dirtpaws, Fox static (full wrist)
Bike Setup:
Kona stuff, with all stock components but hoping to get a mavic D521 on the rear
Bottom Line:
these gloves are very comfortable. where i live it is usuall a very long ride to the best jumps and these gloves allow my hands to breathe but when it is cold they stay warm. the only problem i have found with this otherwise superb glove is the slightly short thumb. it does very well in the wash and i have been riding (or crashing!) on them for about 2 years with only a very small hole or two in the index finger of the right glove.
the only glove i have tried that is better is the fox static wioth wrist support and that is only because of the wrist support.
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Submitted by
Ignatius
a Cross Country Rider
from San Jose Date Reviewed: July 30, 2003
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$38.00
Purchased At:
Trailhead Cyclery
Weaknesses:
quality seems to be lacking, threads are starting to unravel at fingertips
Bottom Line:
One of the better biking gloves I have used, but in my opinion the mechanix wear m-pact gloves are superior. Althought they're meant for race mechanics I use them for biking nonetheless. You guys should check them out.
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Submitted by
Ryan
a Cross Country Rider
from Centerville,Ut,USA Date Reviewed: July 28, 2003
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$25.00
Purchased At:
supergo.com
Strengths:
very breathable even for full fingers. looks like there is no padding but your hands don't feel a thing.
Weaknesses:
none I've found so far
Bottom Line:
great gloves can't go wrong.
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Submitted by
Marcus75
a Weekend Warrior
from LA, CA Date Reviewed: July 11, 2003
Favorite Trail:
La Tuna
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$38.00
Purchased At:
Supergo
Strengths:
Provides great protection, grip power, very comfortable fit!
Similar Products Used:
Old specialized and fox gloves, not the full finger gloves
Bike Setup:
Enduro Pro
Bottom Line:
This glove is GREAT, its VERY comfortable fit and it provides great protection after a long epic ride! I fell over w/ these several times and I haven't gotten a scratch on my hands. I thought these would be very uncomfortable and hot because their full fingers but they are surprisingly very cool!
I can't say enough about always getting a good pair of gloves when riding because I had a nasty cut on my hands while trying to grab the grips too hard and I was out of commission for a week (literally couldn't ride for this long)!
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Submitted by
james arnott
a Weekend Warrior
from sydney Date Reviewed: June 21, 2003
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Purchased At:
SIC stives
Strengths:
these gloves are great. they provide heaps of grip and even more protecttion for those stacks. they are extremely comfortable and do the job.
Weaknesses:
after a while when the sweat builds up they stink like hell but give'em a wash and they are fine again
Similar Products Used:
digits,statics
Bike Setup:
it used to be a giant yukon but i snapped the bike in 2
Bottom Line:
these are the perfect glove for any downhillest/freerider that needs protection and grip.they are worth the money so get your self a pair.
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Submitted by
Peter Latvis
a Cross Country Rider
from Somerville MA Date Reviewed: May 29, 2003
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$32.00
Purchased At:
Supergo
Strengths:
super comfortable, great grip
Weaknesses:
not much
Bike Setup:
Trek 4900, w clipless pedals
Bottom Line:
The most comfortable pair of gloves that I've ever used. The tips on the first and middle finger stick to the brakes/shifter even when wet... Great glove
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Submitted by
Matthew
a Cross Country Rider
from Milwaukee Date Reviewed: May 13, 2003
Favorite Trail:
Bonzai
Duration Product Used:
More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$30.00
Purchased At:
Wheel & Sprocket
Strengths:
Fit better than anything, just the right amount of padding, durrable.
Weaknesses:
Maybe a little warm, but it doesn't bother me.
Similar Products Used:
Severl old pairs of crappy half fingered gloves.
Bike Setup:
'98 Trek 8000 with lots o' goodies.
Bottom Line:
I've been wearing Fox Sidewinders for a while now, and the design has only gotten better. I've been through three pairs in over six years, and through that time the fit, durability, and performance have been totally consistant. I'll keep wearing Sidewinders till Fox stops making them, or does something to make them suck.
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Submitted by
Joel
a
from Philadelphia, PA Date Reviewed: April 30, 2003
Favorite Trail:
Valley Green
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$35.00
Strengths:
Fits well, good padding on back of glove, snot blot pads!!!
Weaknesses:
Mesh material does not hold up well, weak adhesive used to apply finger grips, pricey for a product that falls apart quickley!
Similar Products Used:
2002 model of same glove, Answer full finger gloves, Specialized cut off gloves
Bottom Line:
I used to own the 2002 version of these gloves, before a friend "borrowed" them and they perfomed well and held up great! The 2003 model however is not so spectacular. The glove seems to fit a bit more snugly than last years, which is fine with me, also they made it look a bit flashier. The extra grippy pads on the fingertips of the index and middle fingers of last year's model was replaced with thin grip strips. The very first time that I wore these new gloves however, the material on the fingertips began to fray, and the griper on my index finger came unglued and tore off!! This was very unsatisfactory since I neither took a fall during the ride or pushed off any trees or rocks with my hands! Worse yet, when I called fox to see if I'd just gotten a defective pair with bad glue or something, I was told that they're all gonna hold up like that!!!! My advice, if u can find the 2002 model in your size still, buy that instead!
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Submitted by
Tom
a Weekend Warrior
from Guelph OntarioCanada Date Reviewed: March 31, 2003
Favorite Trail:
Still searching
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$37.00
Purchased At:
some shop in Calgary
Strengths:
Great looking, Fits Like a glove,literately. They are made various types of fabrics and each one seems to do its job...Had sticky pads for rainy weather which is a bonu. Thread is strons. Good quality
Weaknesses:
Well, The sticky pads are comming off, Dont buy the blue ones, go for the black, Way cooler looking Really, no weaknesses
Similar Products Used:
Rhn,
Bike Setup:
Im changing it a little
Bottom Line:
Its hard to find good gloves, Get these, they're awesome.
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Submitted by
Sprocketeer
a
from Narashino, Chiba, Japan (native of New York) Date Reviewed: March 23, 2003
Favorite Trail:
Earth
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$37.00
Purchased At:
Seo Cycle, LalaPort Tokyo Bay shopping mall, Minami-Funabashi, Chiba, Japan
Strengths:
Blood washes right out of them.
Neoprene is definitely a great material to use in cycling gloves, as long as they're vented with lycra between the fingers, as these are.
The rubber stitched onto the backside of the hand is good protection from all sorts of stuff.
The neoprene doesn't stretch out, which is a problem I had with my old FOX gloves--though they were mighty comfy--just breaks in nicely.
Neoprene, again, is good wind protection and also nice in a rain storm.
The palms on these things are much better than previous FOX gloves I've used--I have something like four pairs of FOX gloves.
Fit and durability of things like the velcro are excellent.
After heavy use, they don't have any loose threads or start fitting sloppily.
Weaknesses:
The rubber thingies on the fingers can get caught on the inside, hollowed-out part of the brake levers.
Similar Products Used:
Lots of FOX gloves. I also have one pair of Specialized, Body Geometry gloves.
Bike Setup:
An old TREK and a young TREK. I don't feel like typing this stuff out for a glove review--though I will say I'm using a Bontrager Select bar and Ergo Grips on the young bike.
Bottom Line:
Everything I buy from FOX is great, comes in second only to Pearl Izumi by a very slim margin except in ruggedness and durability where FOX is consistently No. 1. You never waste your money buying a FOX product in my book.
On previous model years of FOX gloves, a lot of people complained about the palms being, while extremely comfortable, not padded well enough. These gloves however are just right. FOX is right to stick with the minimum possible amount of padding--just great for "feeling the trail"--but they weren't gloves you'd want to wear on epic rides before. These new palms are similar in design to the Body Geometry design by Specialized, but the workmanship is a lot better and Specialized puts way too much padding on their gloves, causing hand cramps I've never experienced with other gloves or even heard of and putting extra stress on the palm side of the knuckles.
The Specialized gloves take a LOT of breaking in before they really perform as advertised, but the FOX gloves are nice right off the display rack and only get better with age--like a deluxe pair of leather work gloves a cowboy might use.
Unlike previous models of the FOX gloves, you don't need to buy these tight because they don't stretch out as much. They stretch out a little, but just enough in all the right places to make them fit perfectly.
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Submitted by
Alan Bobby
a Weekend Warrior
from LA Date Reviewed: March 17, 2003
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Strengths:
Nice designs , Comfy paddings , great grips
Weaknesses:
your hands will feel very hot after riding for a very long period of time.....
Similar Products Used:
None
Bike Setup:
Cannondale Jeckyl , Full 03 Xtr except raceface next lp cranks , Fox Forx Rear Shox , Cannondale lefty titanium fork ,
Bottom Line:
need to improve the air flow of the gloves.....but in the end its still the best gloves i had ever used before....
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Submitted by
Phil
a Weekend Warrior
from Adelaide Date Reviewed: March 4, 2003
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$35.00
Purchased At:
LBS
Strengths:
Durable, fit well, fingertip pads, comfy
Weaknesses:
longer velcro would be nice, a bit pricey
Similar Products Used:
fingerless stuff
Bike Setup:
a bike with handlebars to hold
Bottom Line:
I found trying to overlap the velcro for full contact would make my hands go cold. Even though the material would stretch that far ok it was just too tight, so leaving only about 1/3 overlapped works fine. Longer velcro would be the cure!
Great gloves but you have to pay for it. The strengths far outweigh the weakness. Go get them!
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Submitted by
Pablo
a Cross Country Rider
from Corvallis, Ore. Date Reviewed: February 22, 2003
Duration Product Used:
More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$35.00
Purchased At:
Bicycle Doctors
Strengths:
The two strongest aspects about the Sidewinder are its durability and protection. Breathability is good for a full finger glove and cushion is also good.
Weaknesses:
The neoprene along the knuckes can be damaged after a few direct hits.
Bike Setup:
Cannondale Caad 5 hardtail, with the Fatty Ultra.
Bottom Line:
The Sidewinder is the choice for full finger gloves. I have crashed and clipped many trees, many times and suffered many a scrape, but my hands always stay beautiful. They are expensive, but you only need to buy one pair for the next 10 years. I purchased mine in 1997, and they are still holding up and keeping my hands comfortable and safe. The plastic armor on the fingers has lost some of its color after multiple crashes, but it is not broken or damaged. Some changes have taken place in the last 6 years, but the essential design remains the same. I would tell any one to buy these gloves, hands down worth your money.
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Submitted by
Andrew Purchas
a Downhiller
from Christchurch, NEw zealand Date Reviewed: January 21, 2003
Favorite Trail:
it's a secret
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$36.00
Purchased At:
John bull cycles
Strengths:
beefy palm padding, bits of armour, breathable(sorta)
Weaknesses:
they get soggy extremely quickly and have given me a funny tan line on my wrists
Similar Products Used:
none
Bike Setup:
03' kona stinky with jr t's and fox vanilla r
Bottom Line:
this gloves fit like the shi*. They have saved my hands soooo many times, kinda pricey but they r wicked!
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Submitted by
Alon
a Cross Country Rider
from La Verne Date Reviewed: November 14, 2002
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$40.00
Purchased At:
Incycle
Strengths:
Breathable, well padded where needed, all-weather
Weaknesses:
Couple of seams have busted leaving string dangling, only after a few rides. Quality control!
Similar Products Used:
Cheap-O's
Bike Setup:
Stock Enduro Pro
Bottom Line:
Great overall glove. Already tested on a few crashes and held up well. Worth the money.
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Submitted by
KoNa_RiDeR
a Downhiller
from canada Date Reviewed: October 16, 2002
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Strengths:
really nice gloves fit really nice on the hands, looks pretty decent, and also have i good grip
Weaknesses:
got a few little holes in them
Bike Setup:
kona stinky
Bottom Line:
really nice gloves a little heavy on the price but other then that there decent glove if I were u I'd go a head and buy those puppies
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Submitted by
Derek Nav
a Cross Country Rider
from Paso Date Reviewed: September 17, 2002
Favorite Trail:
Boy scout
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$14.00
Purchased At:
supergo
Strengths:
Durable, beefy, cozy
Weaknesses:
poor ventalation,and slick tips when wet.
Similar Products Used:
2000 sidewinder
Bike Setup:
superlite
Bottom Line:
I was lucky enough to grab these at 14 bucks. I went back online to get my buddy a pair that same day, and they changed the price to $38. I really like these gloves on cold days. I used them once on a hot day , and they were sopping wet after an hour. I found that with the fingertips wet they get real slippery on levers, grip shift and grips. Some rides I'll wear my AXO Ragis just for the climb, and I will take these with me to wear on long downhills only. This way they will be nice and dry. This is a killer glove, and I have learned to live with the tips. Pricy? Yes but well built. My old swinders are still going strong, but I coulnt pass up such a deal. TIP, find yourself a little mesh gement bag that zips closed. Once every other week or so I put all my gloves(with velcro fastend), and helmet pads in the mesh, wash but only hang dry. This will extend the life of your gloves. Plus I have never lost a sigle helmet pad.
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Submitted by
Konacopia
a Weekend Warrior
from L.A. Date Reviewed: September 9, 2002
Favorite Trail:
DCP
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$18.00
Purchased At:
Circle Cycle
Strengths:
Great fit Good grip Nice color options
Weaknesses:
Don't breathe too well Expensive Terry cloth snot rag material starts to break down after a while
Similar Products Used:
Schwinn, Specialized, AXO
Bottom Line:
Picked these up for a great price from a local LBS (I'm thinking they messed up and stuck them in the Clearance bin since they were the only pair). They fit my hands really well, not too loose or tight, so they don't snag or bunch up when I'm holding on for dear life. It's constructed pretty well and the stitching has held up nicely. The palm/finger material proves to be quite grippy and the rubberized middle/fore fingers is a nice touch that's quite functional. It has padding in the right places especially in the palm area where raspberries usually occur in a crash. About the only fallback is it lack of breathability but I'd take more protection over sweaty hands anyday. Also, the terry cloth material starts to breakdown when you use them alot. They're very flashy motocross inspired gloves and I bet they'd work just as well on a dirtbike. Fox has outdone themselves on this one.
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Submitted by
Bob
a Cross Country Rider
from Beverly,Ma,USA Date Reviewed: September 6, 2002
Favorite Trail:
All
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$35.00
Purchased At:
seasidecycle.com
Strengths:
Excellent protection. Terry thumb is good for sweat etc.. Maintain excellent contact with bars. Rubber grips on index and middle fingers for non slip shifting. Durable !!
Weaknesses:
None !
Bike Setup:
Santacruz Superlight
Bottom Line:
Excellent value for the price. These gloves are "like new" after dozens of rides and about three machine washings. There is not a single stitch coming apart on these gloves. The only caution is on sizing...I normally take a medium glove but with these a large fit the best. They will stretch slightly as you are riding but return to normal when they dry out. These gloves were comfortable during both cool ( 50F ) and hot ( 95F ) riding conditions.
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Submitted by
timbo the off
a
from uk Date Reviewed: August 27, 2002
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Strengths:
comfort grip and protection they are the best mtb clothing kinda thing ive tried
Weaknesses:
um i guess they do smell but i must have got used to it
Similar Products Used:
plenty
Bike Setup:
chameleon/psylo/xt
Bottom Line:
i cant ride without these gloves now, perhaps they could last better but thats cos i dont want to have to get a new pair
and stop whinging about the price, you should buy them in england...
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Submitted by
Troy
a Cross Country Rider
from Columbia, MD Date Reviewed: August 19, 2002
Favorite Trail:
Patapsco-Avalon
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$30.00
Purchased At:
Race Pace Bicycles
Strengths:
-Very Comfortable -Form Fitting -Excellent Gripping to bars
Weaknesses:
-I've worn them a lot and have to wash them a lot, because the can start to smell.
Similar Products Used:
Specialized Geometry gloves
Bike Setup:
Giant NRS2 '02, w/ Shimano pedals, Panaracer Fire XC Pro Tires, Bontrager Crowbar Race Bar
Bottom Line:
Very good riding gloves, excellent fit and very, very comfortable. I've put them through a lot of abuse and they've held up well. Don't wait too long to wash the, because they can smell if you use them alot!
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Submitted by
A joyful rider
a
from Montreal, Quebec, Canada Date Reviewed: July 9, 2002
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
-looks -comfortable -great protection -good grip
Weaknesses:
-velcro is too short (not a big deal) -durability is not famous for the price
Similar Products Used:
None (its my first pair)
Bike Setup:
Giant XTC NRS 2 (2001) stock except for the pedals, the tires (Changed for Michelin tubeless), anf for the front suspension (changed for a Fox Forx Float RL).
Bottom Line:
If you need really good gloves i recommend that you purchase those ones cause you really cant get better gloves with this extraordinary look and feel.
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Submitted by
chad
a Cross Country Rider
from brooklyn Date Reviewed: July 9, 2002
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$40.00
Purchased At:
metro bikes nyc
Strengths:
these gloves just ROCK. don't buy any other gloves. i almost did, and the guys at the bike shop wouldn't let me. they feel great, look awesome, perfect design for padding your palms and wiping sweat and snot, and protect your hands in a crash. don't by that fingerless crap unless you like blood and pain. they last a really long time too. i have some semi-severe carpal tunnel syndrome and was worried it would affect my riding but these have helped make it a non issue. i'm very thankful these gloves exist.
Weaknesses:
NONE AT ALL
Similar Products Used:
NONE AT ALL and I NEVER WILL
Bike Setup:
02 klein attitude comp
Bottom Line:
best gloves for off-road riding, period. i've never been as happy with a product, seriously.
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Submitted by
frank
a Cross Country Rider
from NH, USA Date Reviewed: April 28, 2002
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$38.00
Purchased At:
Local Shop
Strengths:
Stylish, durable, help keep hands on the bars while going fast, rubber tipped index and middle fingers, snot strip
Weaknesses:
*very minor* would hesitate to even call the breathability a weakness, for a full fingered glove
Similar Products Used:
pearl izumi
Bike Setup:
01' Jamis Dakar with XT drive train, true vative cranks, manitou x-vert air fork.... Specialized Rockhopper 00' with some major upgrades.
Bottom Line:
the bottom line is that these gloves are a great investment. they work real well, and even help out in the shop working on your bike. buy these gloves and you will be happy...
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Submitted by
Will Ryan
a Weekend Warrior
from Brisbane, Australia Date Reviewed: April 26, 2002
Favorite Trail:
the PHAT 1 on Mt. Coot-Tha
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$27.00
Purchased At:
supercycle
Strengths:
great gloves silicone tips really work when your braking and they will not slip when you're riding... the ventalation is awesome and they fit anyone...
Weaknesses:
NONE YET!!! and DON"T THINK THERE EVER WILL BE!!!
Similar Products Used:
NONE!
Bike Setup:
Specialized hardrock a1 fs 02
Bottom Line:
great glove all good things on it and yeh!!! AWESOME GLOVE!!! GET IT !!
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Submitted by
Gary Gao
a Weekend Warrior
from Shanghai, China Date Reviewed: February 26, 2002
Favorite Trail:
all
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$40.00
Purchased At:
bike exhibition
Strengths:
breathability,fit,the rubber grips on the fingertips,the cool outlook
Weaknesses:
doesn't absorb sweat well
Similar Products Used:
fox solo
Bike Setup:
hardtail, psylo, xt-xtr
Bottom Line:
the gloves fit hands quite well,and the fingertip rubber grips work even in the rain. though the lycra gussets offer good breathability, but the inner material doesn't absorb hand sweat well even for a small ride, and i often feel both my hands and gloves wet when wearing them. but Sidewinder does protect hands when u crash. highly recommandable to all riders depite some tiny weakness.
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Submitted by
Brian
a Weekend Warrior
from San Diego Date Reviewed: February 19, 2002
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$40.00
Purchased At:
Supergo
Strengths:
Feels Good. Somewhat Breathable. Toss in washer to clean. Pretty grippy in wet weather.
Weaknesses:
Doesn't last for what you pay.
Similar Products Used:
Open fingered thingy...
Bike Setup:
Planet X JFC, Fox Vanilla RL 125, Azonic Shorty/Doublewall, XT Shifter, Derailleur, Cassette, Rhyno Rims/White Ind Disc hubs, Race Face LP w/ Evil Chain Guide, Avid Discs
Bottom Line:
I wish it would last. After a couple of crashes, it's starting to make holes at the finger tips. Kinda disheartening as the gloves feel really nice. Maybe if it was 15 bucks, it'd be ok. But for $40...you'd want them to kinda last for a while without noticing degradation.
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Submitted by
Flyer
a Cross Country Rider
from Chicago Date Reviewed: February 4, 2002
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$30.00
Purchased At:
Fox Racing.com
Strengths:
Well made full finger glove, ergonomic fit makes them easy to wear and comfortable. Terry covering on thumb makes a nice sweat wipe when nothing else is handy. Index and middle finger tips have sticky rubber covering, which so far has held up.
Weaknesses:
Little high priced....and that may partially be due to the name brand.
Similar Products Used:
Pearl Izumi
Bike Setup:
Giant xtc se2 hardtail with lots of tweeks, also a Giant xtc NRS AIR
Bottom Line:
Great gloves....although they certainly aren't cheap, but Fox had them on sale for 30 bucks on their web page. I am sure there are cheaper gloves, but these are cooler than any other full finger gloves I have used before, and have held up extremely well as far as construction. I may buy a couple pair more in case they decide to not make these anymore....however that would be a mistake in my opinion.
Definately the most comfortable glove I have used.
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Submitted by
Ben Ryan
a Downhiller
from Brisbane Date Reviewed: February 1, 2002
Favorite Trail:
no. 9 or zig zag
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$20.00
Purchased At:
ashgrove cycles
Strengths:
STRONG durable material, silicone tips of midle and 4 finger are verry grippy pading is good and they can be washed in whe washing machiene
Weaknesses:
none
Similar Products Used:
fox digit.... poor fell apart after a day defenatly pay the extra and get this glove
Bike Setup:
Specalized hardrock , azonic a frame, marzochi z1 wedge... etcf
Bottom Line:
GREAT GLOVE........ BYE IT
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Submitted by
jack
a Racer
from NH Date Reviewed: January 8, 2002
Favorite Trail:
glaven
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$20.00
Purchased At:
tbs
Strengths:
strong gloves. comfortable padded, ventialted, and they are also warm.rubber tipped.
Weaknesses:
stiches can loosen up in the finger area.
Similar Products Used:
some other fox glove, not as padded.
Bike Setup:
sixer
Bottom Line:
great gloves. i have smashed my hand into many trail side trees, while trying to avoid, or thread em.the pads take away the cuts and some of the bruises.nasty sweat/snot wiper.the rubber patches are still on the finger tips,worn but stiff worth having. great glovs
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Submitted by
Christopher Van Hulsentop
a Downhiller
from Townsville, Queensland, Australia Date Reviewed: January 8, 2002
Favorite Trail:
mt boonya
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$23.00
Purchased At:
Tonys Bikes
Strengths:
Looks, Brake lever grippers, Padded nuckles, sweat wiper
Weaknesses:
Came with a slight rip in the stiching and it took 3 weeks to get it fixed >_<
Similar Products Used:
Oneal Hardware, some no brand ones
Bike Setup:
Specialized hardrock fs, tioga dh tyres, pazzaz short stem, single speed deore crank, amoeba dh handlebars, ourys
Bottom Line:
The best glove i have ever worn, they are very comfortable grip very well and the sweat wiper is a nice touch even though it is hardly used it is still sumthin to brag about
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Submitted by
Bronson
a Downhiller
from Seattle Date Reviewed: October 30, 2001
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$40.00
Purchased At:
greggs cycles
Strengths:
Great looks good ventilation grips well like the little furry thing on the thumb for sweat its FOX!! Looks geat grips well
Weaknesses:
uhhh...none really great gloves
Similar Products Used:
bell gloves (suck) diamonback other Fox gloves
Bike Setup:
Raven wid a lefty (getting the bighit soon)
Bottom Line:
Great all around mtb gloves look nice grip well protect as much as gloves do whats better they have pretty much everything good ventilation
ohh they come in lots of colors too!
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Submitted by
J.P., A youth
a
from Bonney Lake Date Reviewed: October 14, 2001
Favorite Trail:
As long as it ani't raod, I love it!
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$40.00
Purchased At:
Colorado Cyclist
Strengths:
Looks, Fit, Looks, Air passage, looks:)
Weaknesses:
can get kinda cold, but there not ment to keep em really warm. Some times have a tendancy to roll up under the bottem of the fingers.
Similar Products Used:
um....Nutin'
Bike Setup:
Manitou TI race fork. carbon DH bar. Laock-Jaw grips. LX speed shifters, front and rear derailurs. Race face cranks, chain rings (front), and seat post. Sella Italia TI seat. Shimano casset, clipless pedels, and chain. Hutchinson Mosquito Airlights. Shimano XTX-RC hubs with mavic rims.
Bottom Line:
GHraet gloves, I have had them for a little more then a year and love 'em. A little spendy, but what do you exspect for a great pair of gloves!
Oh..And they looks really kool to:)
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Submitted by
Kwokky J
a Downhiller
from NORTH VAN., BC, CANADA!! Date Reviewed: October 1, 2001
Favorite Trail:
Ned's Atomic Dustbin
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$60.00
Purchased At:
Steed's
Strengths:
Ventilation Looks Grips The fit Padding
Weaknesses:
Grips slip when you ride in the rain. Price!!! Padding doesn't help in a big fall gel foam srinks away after a while
Bike Setup:
Kona Cindercone 01 Seat, wheels and pedals upgraded. Everything else stock.
Bottom Line:
Good gloves with really food fit. Very well ventilated, so well it makes your hands cold! Smells horrible after a while but all gloves do that. Washable.
Anyways its a sweet glove but a bit pricey.
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Submitted by
Jeff
a Cross Country Rider
from Needham, MA USA Date Reviewed: September 4, 2001
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$35.00
Purchased At:
International Bike
Strengths:
strong, keep you cool, every feature you could ever think of
Weaknesses:
nothing
Similar Products Used:
specialized s-works long
Bike Setup:
stumpjumper 01
Bottom Line:
This glove is the BEST! The padding on the knuckles, the mass amount of ventilation, the sweat proof thumb, and the grips of the fingertipes, it's all good. For absolutley every kind of riding.. GET THESE GLOVES!
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Submitted by
peter
a Weekend Warrior
from brisbane, australia Date Reviewed: July 23, 2001
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$22.00
Purchased At:
the gap bike shop!!
Strengths:
first glove so i dunno
Weaknesses:
my thumb seems to be smaller, so i get excess material when changing down gears on the left so it gets caught between the grips...
Similar Products Used:
only other fox and kona gloves for fitting
Bike Setup:
01 kona stuff
Bottom Line:
get the last couple of pairs from the gap bike shop only selling for $45 australian.. be quick ppl
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Submitted by
Sensible Nick
a Downhiller
from Shrewsbury, shropshire, UK Date Reviewed: July 12, 2001
Favorite Trail:
anything fast, and near vertical., and anything that has the words 'Doubles' and 'Big' in it.
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$50.00
Purchased At:
mellor cycles, shrewsbury
Strengths:
look sweet, tough as nails, comfy, always a good fit, stand up to serious stacks on nasty gravel/sharp stone.
Weaknesses:
don't protect you hands when a moron in a car pulls out on you when your doing 30 mph on your favourite coaster wheelie road, and you pile straight through his side window. (like anything will) atleast I broke his nose on the way through!!
Similar Products Used:
pawtectors (only stopped using them cos somone knicked them) specialised somthings (seams inside caused blisters)
Bike Setup:
not important.. but.. hope disks, D321's 14"hardtial frame (billy's peashooter) z1 drop-offs etc.
Bottom Line:
Fox gloves in general are the best fitting gloves that I have ever ridden in. The fit is excellent, as is the comfort, durability and protection.
Having lost one of my pair, I've now got some Digit's.. also comfy, but offer less protection on the top of that hand. (like I care, I'm moving to Sweden, and it's flatter that the Utah salt flats.. try downhilling on that....
Sidewinders: the best. They'll protect your palms, fingers, and the backs of you r hands like nowt else.
Full display of flaming turds. (even though we brits have to fork out more for them... but hell.. we pay less for hope Disks (the best in the world)
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Submitted by
Ian
a Weekend Warrior
from Summerland B.C. Canada Date Reviewed: May 17, 2001
Favorite Trail:
anything
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Price Paid:
$40.00
Strengths:
Very comfortable, good grip, rubber like finger tips really help to grap the brakes
Weaknesses:
Nope
Similar Products Used:
Activa gloves
Bike Setup:
Almost stock reaper
Bottom Line:
Good gloves that are worth buying.
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Submitted by
Bleeder
a Cross Country Rider
from Jacksonville Date Reviewed: April 22, 2001
Favorite Trail:
Eatin' Bush
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$35.00
Purchased At:
JensonUSA
Strengths:
The best glove made for it's intended purpose...money well spent!
Weaknesses:
Other than the fact that the price is set in stone at 35-39 bucks in the U.S., nothing.
Similar Products Used:
Azonic PDH, AXO Palomar and Tiburon.
Bottom Line:
You can't go wrong with this purchase...my favorite, hands down!
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Submitted by
Manny
a Weekend Warrior
from Austin,Tx. Date Reviewed: April 17, 2001
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Strengths:
The best glove made! This is real quality!
Weaknesses:
N-O-N-E !!
Similar Products Used:
Louis Garneau ; Troy Lee Designs
Bottom Line:
Men,and Ladies - this glove is " el JEFE!" ( "the Chief!") It just cool -and you feel it when you slip 'em on! Their not made with a lot of excess;just good materials & design. Excellent knuckle,and finger protection. I dig the "Sticky Fingers" feature - the 'tacky tips'at the end of your middle,and index fingers.Helps a lot with shift/braking.
(Hey out there- Just don't pick your nose whilst riding...else you'll rip out all of your nostril hair!!)
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Submitted by
Flip-Z- Bird
a Cross Country Rider
from Tempe, Az. Date Reviewed: March 27, 2001
Favorite Trail:
South Mountain, Hawes Loop.
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$35.00
Purchased At:
Supergo
Strengths:
I got big hands and these are one of the few gloves that fit my hands right. "XXL or size 12" They keep my hands COOL and well protected from the harsh Desert plants and rocks. The two rubber tiped fingers really help grip the brake levers well. The Big soft sweat squeegee on the thumb comes in handy on the Hot Desert trails. My first pair have lasted over a year of hard trail use, so I got TWO more new pairs on sale. I stashed them just in case the quit making them? I still ride the first set for right now. The best thing about these gloves is that they really KEEP MY HANDS COOL in the 100+ Desert Heat! All the other gloves got My hands really NASTY!
Weaknesses:
Well after a YEAR of hard riding and washing some of the right index finger's rubber tip wore off? Does that count?
Similar Products Used:
Most any glove that will fit My hands. Not many do!
Bike Setup:
"Conejo" AP/5-AT, with lots of other good parts on it.
Bottom Line:
I live in the Desert and after You get a good "HELMET" you need a GOOD PAIR of GLOVES too! Like I said above "when you start hording them you must really like them." The Fox Sidewinder Gloves are the BEST all around Mountain Bike GLOVE I have found on the market today. Who cares what they cost they "WORK" and "FIT GREAT!" Flip, out.
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Submitted by
Jordan Harris
a Weekend Warrior
from Victoria,BC,Canada Date Reviewed: February 20, 2001
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$63.00
Purchased At:
West Shore Bike shop
Strengths:
Fits like another layer of skin
Weaknesses:
The thumb area got a big hole in it from using it
Similar Products Used:
AXO
Bike Setup:
Getting new one
Bottom Line:
Nice Gloves but pricey
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Submitted by
Andy
a Cross Country Rider
from Canada, B.C. Date Reviewed: January 28, 2001
Favorite Trail:
Pipeline
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$60.00
Purchased At:
Steed Cycles
Strengths:
-Fit well because of lycra -Big sweat licking area on thumb -Rubber on the tips of index and middle finger -Not hot and very breathable -Comfortable gel pads on joints, side of palm, and wrist -Protective hard rubber -Good grip -It's a FOX, it ROX -LOOKS SICK!
Weaknesses:
What the heck is this rough stuff on the tip of the thumb? Costs a lot, 59.95 CAD but you get what you pay for. I bought a size too big but solved when it shrunk in the washer. Velco are too short
Similar Products Used:
Nothing as high quality as this!
Bike Setup:
2001 Kona Pahoehoe (stock parts with a T.H.E. fender)
Bottom Line:
Get this, you won't be sorry. Don't get this if your short on cash because the lower fox gloves are pretty sick too. I just wanted the best so I get these.
It's a FOX, you can go wrong
3 chilis for value because it's a lot of dough to fork over 5 chilis for overall because it simply kicks @$$
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James
a Weekend Warrior
from Philadelphia, PA, USA Date Reviewed: January 11, 2001
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$39.00
Purchased At:
Bike Line of Wilmington
Strengths:
Excellent grip, espically the finger tips for braking and shifting. The sweat gets off my hands and teh gloves breath well. The knuckle pads are nice too.
Weaknesses:
Velcro isn't long enough
Similar Products Used:
Answer Edge
Bike Setup:
Trek 4500 w/ Shimano M434 pedels
Bottom Line:
Great gloves they are stong an durable good for the bucks.
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Submitted by
Ashwin Patel
a Downhiller
from England Date Reviewed: January 5, 2001
Favorite Trail:
PennyHill
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$55.00
Purchased At:
Leisure lakes
Strengths:
Excellent grip, espically the ends of the glove for braking. Very stylish and good-looking - well that what u get from fox! Worth every penny!
These Gloves are the Best they have great grip with a set of Oury grips u cant go wrong, They are definetly a keep but i need to up grade mine glovees are a must for me as i ride dusty and Gravel trails when i fall they are protective plus we ride through Black berry bushes They hurt lol but not with sidewinders! eheh Buy them Buy them now!!
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Submitted by
nikke h
a Weekend Warrior
from sweden Date Reviewed: December 18, 2000
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$30.00
Purchased At:
1999 world championships at Are(sweden)
Strengths:
great fit, not to hot to use in the summer. And they look great to!
Submitted by
Forrest Arakawa
a Downhiller
from Oakland Ca. Date Reviewed: November 13, 2000
Favorite Trail:
Lime Ridge
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Strengths:
Solid constuction. Sweat wiper. Sticky material on fingers for the break lever.
Weaknesses:
none
Similar Products Used:
Axo, Answer
Bottom Line:
Well worth the money for these. To me gloves are the most important item while riding... If I didn't have gloves I would not ride. Fox makes the bomb proof stuff.
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Submitted by
Karl
a
from Canada, Ontario Date Reviewed: October 6, 2000
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$54.00
Strengths:
Looks, its Fox of course :) lol. Very comfortable, I like the sweat wiper on the gloves. I know they are on other gloves but these ones absorb more sweat.
Weaknesses:
um....These things are SO F****** EXPENSIVE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Similar Products Used:
none
Bike Setup:
Specialized Stumpjumper Comp (98)
Bottom Line:
These things are awesome BUT, if your not rich enough to get them, don't its not worth it. I got these from a present from my grandma that I see maybe once every 2 years. I got these for $80.49 tax included, I'm in Canada remember everything is more expensive (and our stupid taxes)
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Submitted by
Tobi
a Cross Country Rider
from Germany Date Reviewed: September 7, 2000
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$30.00
Purchased At:
www.mountainbikes.net
Strengths:
looks great, fits perfectly the hand, you do not sweat on the hand, very good grip
Weaknesses:
price, bad seams (after 1 months some of them were damaged...fortunately is a friend of mine a tailor...got them repaired for free)
that glove really rocks...but it has very bad seams...that's why only 4 chilis
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Toshi
a
from US Date Reviewed: August 19, 2000
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Strengths:
Looks good, subdued colors, feels good when trying on in the store.
Weaknesses:
Are completely unsuitable for trials -- any twisting motion is transmitted right to the palm of your hand. Very uncomfortable riding.
Similar Products Used:
Hind, Axo (the Cabrias are much better than these), Pearl Izumi
Bottom Line:
These gloves, tried by both myself and another trials-riding buddy, are simply awful. My hands actually had their calluses ripped off by the shearing action that these gloves just let slip by. The Axo Cabrias that I bought two days later, after enduring painful hands, are much better, and are a couple of bucks cheaper to boot. Stay away from these gloves if you are hard on your hands. Ouch.
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Submitted by
phil dawg
a
from ca, san fransickos Date Reviewed: August 14, 2000
Favorite Trail:
jumps
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Strengths:
its looks sick and its FOX! fox is fukn tite. i got this coolio lookin fox sticker on my bike, it looks solid. anyway if it wasnt for these gloves my hands would be scraped to the bone. the rubber things on the tips of the index and F U finger, there grips for the brakes.
Weaknesses:
umm its kinda fallin apart on me and the price, jeez...40 bucks for a pair of gloves.
Bike Setup:
trek 8000, not really a trek 8000 anymore...i have a kore b-52 stem, pro taper bars, zonic pedals, race face cranks, marzocchi Jr. T's, rhyno lite wheels, MRP (this is sick, the chain never falls off anymore, i reccomend it for anyone whos chain falls off a lot)
Bottom Line:
there Fox gloves...what else do i have to say.
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Submitted by
Mark
a Downhiller
from NY Date Reviewed: July 2, 2000
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Strengths:
Comfortable, Durable(so far), Good Looks, Good Protection
Weaknesses:
Plastic on the index and middle finger.
Similar Products Used:
'99 SideWinders, Answer, Rocket Power Parts
Bottom Line:
These gloves are great. They arent too warm, and are pretty comfy. They have held up well for 4 months of abuse. The plastic on the tips of the index and middle finger is very annoying and pretty pointless though. The protection thatthe glove gives is also impressive.
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Ethan
a Cross Country Rider
from honolulu Date Reviewed: July 2, 2000
Favorite Trail:
mililani
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Strengths:
Durability,cool colors
Weaknesses:
not enough padding in palm, NEW DESIGN HAS THESE STICKY PADS ON THE FINGER TIPS, EXCELLENT FOR ONE FINGER BRAKING, FATAL FOR WIPING SWEAT FROM EYE AREA.
Similar Products Used:
what products not used???
Bike Setup:
Trek 8000, mixed lineup
Bottom Line:
Get these gloves. I have had mine for 2+ years and have not even popped a stich. They have taking enough beatings too. Just wash them after every ride, and hang dry. MAX OUT THE FLAMING CHEETO'S FOR THESE BAD MAMBA JAMMA'S
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Submitted by
"Bloody"
a Weekend Warrior
from Vancouver, WA Date Reviewed: May 23, 2000
Favorite Trail:
Bridal - Mt Hood
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Strengths:
Very comfortable, competitive pricing, good looks, good mobility, very protective, hands stay relatively cool, terry cloth thumb.
Weaknesses:
It'd be nice if the wrist protection went up just a bit more, would like a bit more padding in the palm area - similar to the O'neals that I've tried.
Similar Products Used:
O'neal, Answer, other Fox, Azonic
Bike Setup:
Trek 6500, Manitou X-vert Super
Bottom Line:
Just went on an EPIC ride on Sunday in 80 degree weather and they weren't too hot (don't know how they'll be mid-summer), fit great, protected me well from the one crash I had and didn't seem to notice. Great looks, fit, mobility. These are great gloves - be aware that they run a bit small. I usually wear large in gloves, but the XL was perfect for me!
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Jerry
a Cross Country Rider
from Anchorage, AK Date Reviewed: March 31, 2000
Favorite Trail:
Johnson Pass
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Strengths:
Great protection, fit, looks. Terry cloth on the thumbs to soak up sweat and spilled beer. Padding on the palm keeps my hands from getting beat-up like Tyson by Holyfield.
Weaknesses:
Warm? But I'm in Alaska, so what do I care?
Similar Products Used:
AXO Padlock 8, Louis Garnieu something or others, cheap P.I. fingerless gloves.
These are the bomb. I ride so much better knowing that a branch jutting out on the trail won't cut my hands to ribbons (Psychosomatic? Probably, but hey, every little bit helps). They can get a little warm, even here, but it's a trade-off. And they don't fall apart where the thumb and forefinger meet due to Grip Shift, unlike other gloves I've tried. I'm still wearing them at Moab in September. And the new ones are even better than last years. The padding on the back has been updated and there is now a tacky rubber-like compound on the first two finger tips for better control of the brake levers. Get these gloves, unless you ride in Death Valley or somewhere like that, in which case these gloves might be a little too warm. Five great big flaming poops.
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Submitted by
b.kneck
a Downhiller
from redcliff, alberta Date Reviewed: November 4, 1999
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Strengths:
beefed up padding for single track, feel new even after they've been washed,they look rad in red
Weaknesses:
there is some looses thread, that keeps coming off, 60 FRICKEN CANADIAN BUCKS!
Bike Setup:
gt lts 3
Bottom Line:
These gloves kick some serious monkey ars! next time I by a pair I'll head down to mexico, and see if I can barter with a dude.
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Jonathan
a Cross-Country Rider
from Toronto Date Reviewed: October 28, 1999
Favorite Trail:
red@mansfield
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Looks good, very beefy
Weaknesses:
Very beefy means very hot
Similar Products Used:
nothing, only a pair of OGC half finger gloves
Bike Setup:
Trek 8000 with full XT, Profile carbon risers.
Bottom Line:
I got the older style Sidewinders(the ones that don't look like over styled gardening gloves) and they rock. They are warm but once you get used to them its not a problem. I no longer have to worry about cutting up my hands on tight singletrack. Amazing glove, a bit pricey, but I don't care cos I got mine for free.
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Chris
a Cross-Country Rider
from Calgary Date Reviewed: September 15, 1999
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
Awesome Fit, the best fitting & comfortable glove.
Weaknesses:
Weak stitching!!!
Similar Products Used:
TLD SE
Bike Setup:
99 F700
Bottom Line:
Incredible fitting gloves, super comfortable gloves, good compromise between fit and padding.BUT.......The Thermaweld palms which are super comfy are only stitched to the Lycra Mid-Finger with single stiching. I had an index finger go on me within 2 days of riding. This is not the best glove for singletrack as the lycra also has tendency to snag on objects. If Fox made this a more dsurable glove it would be the ultimate glove.Great glove, but won't last for long if you like the rough stuff. 2 chilies. I didn't have the velcro strap rip off like other have reported. (yet) My local LBS here (Spokes) let me exchange to a Troy Lee Designs SE no questions asked (kudos), we'll see how those work out.
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Metalitool
a Cross-Country Rider
from New England Date Reviewed: September 9, 1999
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Excellent protection against crashes
Weaknesses:
They start to get pilly after a while. They can make your hands extremely hot and sweaty because they are full-fingered
Bike Setup:
GT Backwoods, Indy S with Speed Springs, I added V-Brakes and Clipless Pedals
Bottom Line:
After washing out the front tire in a bad crash I got a scar on my hand, that was the end of that! The bike shop never tightened the ahead-set during the recent tune-up which resulted in a loose steerer tube (this caused the washout). The bike shop gave me these for free to stop me from making their mistake known to the public. I wouldn't buy these for the $40 price tag but they're really nice.
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Jason
a Downhiller
from Toronto Date Reviewed: August 29, 1999
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Strengths:
Look great. Feel Great.
Weaknesses:
Smell like shit after a while and fall apart like crazy. After washing they feel crappy..
Bike Setup:
Trek Pro Issue DH. All XTR, boxxer, Vanilla RT.
Bottom Line:
Good little gloves. If your are a hardcore DHer or a XCer be careful, they rip after a while.
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Patrick
a Weekend Warrior
from Ontario Date Reviewed: August 25, 1999
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
fit amazing look amazing made by fox
Weaknesses:
none
Bike Setup:
i use really bad grips and they still feel nice in these gloves
Bottom Line:
Buy Them!!!
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Laura
a Downhiller
from Ontario Date Reviewed: August 10, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Hardwood Hills
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Strengths:
Great Padding Durability Colors Ventilation
Weaknesses:
Can get a bit sticky Grey fabric gets dirty fast
Similar Products Used:
Specialized Half Finger GT Gloves
Bike Setup:
GT XCR-3000 Judy 100's Rock Shox Deluxe
Bottom Line:
These gloves are a bit expensive but the definately are worth it. They stand up to two years of hard use. They're amazing just buy them.
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Kevin
a Weekend Warrior
from Melbourne Australia Date Reviewed: July 23, 1999
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
toughness
Weaknesses:
price
Bottom Line:
I felt off the bike while going downhill. it protected my hand so great. and the gloves didn't have a scratch. what a tough one. but i'd complain for the price. a little too expensive, aud$45. if it costs $10 cheaper, it'd be great. anyway, i give 5 for this pair of gloves.
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DAVID EASTWOOD
a Weekend Warrior
from PRINCE RUPERT Date Reviewed: June 27, 1999
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
Keeps your hands nice and warm even in the rain. Perfect fit and super strong stiching.
Weaknesses:
Has none
Similar Products Used:
Specialized half fingers
Bike Setup:
Norco indy c stx conponents
Bottom Line:
I just used these gloves for the first time to day. I went up the local Mountain which is 2400 Feet. They kept my hands nice and warm it was only 6 celious up there even still some deep snow in parts but none on the Road. Anyways they have excellent padding and great colours just the best there is period.
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jono
a Weekend Warrior
from victoria Date Reviewed: June 23, 1999
Favorite Trail:
????????????????
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
it is just a great all round glove
Weaknesses:
it has no weaknesses
Similar Products Used:
the axo gloves
Bike Setup:
norco vps-1 , rocksox double crown
Bottom Line:
over all i have found out that the sidewinder is a fantastic glove but is a bit expensive. jono
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Oli Day
a Weekend Warrior
from Tenby, Wales Date Reviewed: June 20, 1999
Favorite Trail:
the ones where I take it to the max
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Strengths:
Very tough, well padded, cool looks, good fit
Weaknesses:
Hot in the summer but thats to be expected from a MX / DH glove
Similar Products Used:
Fox Pawtectors Azonic O' Neal gloves
Bike Setup:
Alloy Hardtail with DH bars and a RST 381 fork Marin Palisades Trail
Bottom Line:
Great gloves. I've crashed with them on loads of times and not I single rip or damaged stitch. They also look the business and fit well. Mine stink of swaet though, but they don't shrink when you wash them
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Bryson
a Racer
from AZ Date Reviewed: June 8, 1999
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
good padding, comfy, look cool, the rubber inserts are much better looking and performing than thermaweld.
Weaknesses:
a little warm but not bad(and i'm in arizona, in june)
Similar Products Used:
fox solo, answer edge, answer team 2, fox dirtpaw
Bike Setup:
barracuda a2rs, free agent eluder
Bottom Line:
these are the best gloves i've ever used, had some Fox sole's (they were great but these are much better) they have great padding and comfort.don't try to save $$ on other gloves, these are the best
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James Rogers
a Cross-Country Rider
from Mountain Lakes NJ Date Reviewed: May 27, 1999
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Strengths:
great fit great protection build quality durable warm
Weaknesses:
a little too warm
Similar Products Used:
Fox Incline, Mojave Schwinn Gloves, and a few others
Bike Setup:
Schwinn Moab, 99 X-vert
Bottom Line:
a great glove for almost anyone as long as you don't mind the sweaty palms and lack of padding
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Gary
a Cross-Country Rider
from TN Date Reviewed: March 20, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Monteagle
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
Awesome fit...everything you'd expect from Fox.
Weaknesses:
???
Similar Products Used:
Fox Shorthorn, Trek gloves
Bike Setup:
Trek Y-bike
Bottom Line:
Great buy. I bought them simply for the fact that they looked cool. Nice, blue and pretty. At first I thought they might be motocross, cuz of the little thingies on the knuckles. Well, this is my first pair of full-fingered gloves, and they are cool. I don't have much to compare them too, cause I still use my other pair of Fox, but buy the Sidewinders, you'll like them.
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Submitted by
Srammy
a Cross-Country Rider
from Whereabouts Unknown Date Reviewed: March 17, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Illegal ones
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Strengths:
Quality Comfort Feel on controls
Weaknesses:
If anything, price
Bike Setup:
Front suspension
Bottom Line:
I use these everyday I go riding. They do not fall apart. They are well made, easily cleaned, and buttery. Over one year now and they still look like new. This is after storing them in a coat of mud all winter. Just washed 'em and they sparkle and shine. Smell like Tide too, mmmmm. Buy them, they are the best gloves you'll ever wear.
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Mezzanine
a cross-country rider
from Singapore Date Reviewed: March 4, 1999
Bottom Line:
I got them... pretty nifty and comfortable, they look great too. but the protection and padding can't be compared to Fox Pawtector..which is a motorcross glove. and trust me, when you fall with the Pawtector on, it's like falling on a soft cushion...no friction burns no nothing I still give the SideWinder 5 chillis for it's long term service.... :)
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Jim
a cross-country rider
from Vic, Australia Date Reviewed: February 16, 1999
Bottom Line:
Just bought 'em, and love 'em so far. Was using Netti Gel palm road gloves - light and soft but no protection for off road. The Sidewinders look psycho, fit like a you know what and didn't bust the bank. I got 'em for $45 Aussie dollars, which is about $1.25 US... actually around $28 US so they stack up well in comparison. Can't wait for my next hands first fall on some gravel to really test 'em out!
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Submitted by
Steve
a weekend warrior
from Michigan Date Reviewed: February 11, 1999
Bottom Line:
I just bought the new 1999 Fox Sidewinders and so far I LOVE them!!! They look so cool and fit great! I got them on sale for $30 at www.mailordersports.com I can't wait to try them out in a race this year! I don't care what ANYBODY else says about these gloves! They kick @ss and don't cost too much! Thats why I am giving them 5 chili things!
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Dan
a cross-country rider
from MA Date Reviewed: January 15, 1999
Bottom Line:
These gloves are pretty good. They fit well, have good padding and crash protection - but they fall apart too easily! I've gone through 2 pairs of them in just over one season. The first pair was replaced by the shop for free after one week. The second pair had to be constantly stiched back together. I think my next pair will be either Axo or Rocket Parts I only give them 2 chilis because they have poor quality and don't last as long as a $38 glove should
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Bryan
a cross-country rider
from Canada Date Reviewed: January 8, 1999
Bottom Line:
I just bought the brand new 99's, I havnt had a chance to use em yet because of the large amounts of snow outside but they look fu&*in sick and they fit great.
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Nat
a weekend warrior
from WA Date Reviewed: January 6, 1999
Bottom Line:
Needed a full fingered set of gloves for the colder months (my Fox ShortHorns weren't cutting it) So I bought a pair of these SideWinders. No problems so far. they fit me nicely and keep my hands warm in my daily commute. On the trails I haven't had the opportunity (?) to crash while wearing em yet. The knuckle guards do a good job deflecting twigs and branches that overhang the trail at bar level tho. I dunno how one manages to rip the velcro tab off of these things. I guess some folks DO unplug electrical equipment by pulling at the cord instead of the plug. Oh well, I remove my gloves by grasping the tab tip itself. Gotta be careful , hehe these are 40 dollar gloves :oP
$ 39.99
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