Fox  Switchback Bike Shorts - Men's

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Technical shorts that work on and off the bike, the Fox Switchback shorts are made with a recycled nylon fabric that is lightweight and pedal-friendly.

Color: Adobe
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Features

  • Technical, recycled nylon fabric is lightweight and pedal-friendly
  • Durable water repellent (DWR) finish sheds moisture and debris
  • Race-ratchet closure provides secure fit and quick on-the-fly adjustments

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Technical Specs

Best Use

Mountain Biking

Bike Short Style

Loose

Fabric

61% polyamide nylon/30% polyester/9% elastane

Pad Type

No Chamois

Panel Construction

None

Moisture Wicking

Yes

Quick Drying

Yes

Number of Pockets

2

Inseam (in.)

11.75 inches

Outseam (in.)

22.25 inches

Gender

Men's

Weight

8 ounces

Sustainability

Contains recycled materials

Reviews

16 reviews with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars

75% 9 of 12 reviewers recommended

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Average Overall Fit Rating

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MTBRider
Location:Illinois
Age:45–54
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:5'10"
Experience Level:Experienced
Riding Frequency:Multiple times per week
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
2 days ago

Worth the $

1 ride in and they are good. Basically a ranger short minus some stretch and zippered pockets. The pockets are deep enough to not have to worry about keys or phone falling out. For $20 less, well worth it.

Age:45–54
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:5'10"
Experience Level:Experienced
Riding Frequency:Multiple times per week

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jared
Location:CT
Height:5'11"
Age:35–44
Experience Level:Experienced
Weight:200–225 lbs.
Riding Frequency:Multiple times per week
Rated 3.0 out of 5 stars
2 months ago

sizing issues

Well, the shorts themselves seem fine, but the sizing is hilarious. I generally wear a size 32 pant. I could barely get these up and i definitely couldn’t button them.

Height:5'11"
Age:35–44
Experience Level:Experienced
Weight:200–225 lbs.
Riding Frequency:Multiple times per week
Ben
Location:Fort Collins, CO
Age:35–44
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:6'0"
Experience Level:Experienced
Riding Frequency:Multiple times per week
Rated 2.0 out of 5 stars
1 year ago

Nice but...

Nice shorts. The fit is good, and seems true to size. I like the waist adjustment and the clean profile. Unfortunately, due to the material they are made with; they are unbelievably loud... especially with knee pads. I normally can live with issues like this but this is beyond anything I've experienced or have tolerance for. Sadly, I'll probably be sending these back and opting for something else.

Age:35–44
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:6'0"
Experience Level:Experienced
Riding Frequency:Multiple times per week

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Dennis C
Height:5'7"
Weight:125–150 lbs.
Rated 4.0 out of 5 stars
2 days ago

Comfortable and lightweight

Material is light weight and comfortable. Seems well made and a good fit. Length is just right.

Height:5'7"
Weight:125–150 lbs.
Bacca
Location:Central Oregon
Age:55–64
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:5'9"
Experience Level:Experienced
Riding Frequency:Daily
Rated 2.0 out of 5 stars
3 weeks ago

Worst pockets ever.

Pocket opening way too small and high, very difficult to get phone out. No back pocket, no side pocket. No belt loops, so fit range is narrowed to just what the closure will handle. Zipper area is weird and doesn't lay right. Material is great, very lightweight.

Age:55–64
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:5'9"
Experience Level:Experienced
Riding Frequency:Daily
Steve from Olympia
Location:Olympia WA
Age:65–74
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:5'11"
Experience Level:Experienced
Riding Frequency:Multiple times per week
Rated 3.0 out of 5 stars
7 months ago

Run small in size and have a weird fly

these run REALLY small to size and they have a very weird fly, it doesn't open as much as it releases a large pleat. And the closure is more like the rachet on a tiedown than somethng for an article of clothing

Age:65–74
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:5'11"
Experience Level:Experienced
Riding Frequency:Multiple times per week

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big baller
Location:Colorado
Age:25–34
Weight:125–150 lbs.
Height:6'1"
Experience Level:Competitive
Riding Frequency:Daily
Rated 4.0 out of 5 stars
3 weeks ago

wish they had zipper pockets

Great pant to ride in. Pockets are deep so they don’t need a zipper to close.

Age:25–34
Weight:125–150 lbs.
Height:6'1"
Experience Level:Competitive
Riding Frequency:Daily

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Joe W
Age:45–54
Weight:225–250 lbs.
Height:6'0"
Experience Level:Experienced
Riding Frequency:Multiple times per week
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
2 weeks ago

Love these shorts!

Absolutely love these shorts! Being a bigger mountain biker, 6 foot 250 pounds, I appreciate the fact that these pants have a good amount of stretch to them. I was personally surprised how much I like these shorts and how extremely comfortable they were. I greatly appreciated the integrated waist adjustment… I mostly have to find pants to fit my thighs more than my waist. I would highly recommend these shorts to anyone and they are definitely a buy again product..

Age:45–54
Weight:225–250 lbs.
Height:6'0"
Experience Level:Experienced
Riding Frequency:Multiple times per week

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Wes
Location:Harrisonville MO
Age:65–74
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:5'10"
Experience Level:Experienced
Riding Frequency:Multiple times per week
Rated 4.0 out of 5 stars
11 months ago

Nice shorts !

Like the pants, style & length. Downside, no zipper

Age:65–74
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:5'10"
Experience Level:Experienced
Riding Frequency:Multiple times per week

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In between Sizes
Location:King of Prussia Pennsylvania
Age:45–54
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:5'10"
Experience Level:Experienced
Riding Frequency:Once per week
Rated 3.0 out of 5 stars
10 months ago

sizing isnt optimal

Size 32 and size 34 where is size 33? The 32 that I bought seems to stretch the fly which is awkward and a 34 pulls the fly too tight which is uncomfortable and bunches up.

Age:45–54
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:5'10"
Experience Level:Experienced
Riding Frequency:Once per week

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