Fox makes a huge range of gloves and we’ve picked the Defend Race because it’s mid-pack in terms of weight and build. It uses a four-way stretch polyester construction with a grid of (synthetic rubber) TPR dimples directly moulded into the material to boost abrasion protection. The palm is a single layer of Clarino that’s fully perforated.

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There’s more TPR on fingertips and thumb, which we’re assuming is to stop your fingers slipping off the brake lever and to generally create a bit more traction without adding bulk. Both main digits are touch-screen compatible.

The Defend Race glove has additional protection on an otherwise minimal palm design

The Defend Race gets a comfy, semi-moulded cuff with a gusseted hook and loop closure. The strap wraps underneath, so it is out of the way, and getting into this glove is so easy, but the strap could be a little longer, because if you do catch it, it does pull open a little too easily.

While the palm feels thin, it does bunch up when you wrap your hand around the bar. The fingers are not shaped, so they can feel a little bulky too.