T-shirts and Vests
Used MTB t-shirts and vests from Fox Racing, Troy Lee Designs, Fasthouse and Loose Riders run from basic logo tees to limited-edition graphic designs that sell out fast. Built heavier than fast-fashion equivalents — typically 180-200gsm cotton or cotton-poly — they survive regular washing and years of wear. They're also the most affordable way into MTB brand clothing.
Graphic tee or logo tee?
MTB brands produce two main styles. Logo tees feature the brand mark — Fox Head, TLD skull, Fasthouse wordmark — in a clean, wearable design, the same marks you'll find on MTB beanies and caps. Graphic tees go bigger with full artwork, seasonal designs and collaborations: Loose Riders and Dharco specialise in loud, all-over prints, while Chromag and Sendy do limited runs that become collector pieces. Logo tees are the safer used buy since graphics can crack and fade; embroidered or woven logos last indefinitely.
What fabric and fit should I expect?
Expect 180-200gsm cotton or cotton-poly blends. Heavier shirts (200gsm+) feel more premium and drape better but are warmer in summer, and combed ring-spun cotton is softer than open-end cotton, so check fabric descriptions if you care about feel. Fox tees tend to fit slim, TLD fits relaxed and Fasthouse is boxy — the sizing quirks that run through MTB casual clothing as a whole. Pre-shrunk fabrics won't change size, but non-preshrunk cotton can lose half a size in a hot wash, worth noting when buying used.
Do I need an MTB-specific vest?
Summer trail days and bike parks call for vests. Fox, 100% and Fasthouse make MTB-specific vests with wider shoulder straps than running-style tanks, so they work under hydration packs without chafing and keep you cool on hot climbs. Cut-off tees are an alternative if you can't find the right vest — the MTB scene has never been precious about a clean edge.
What should I check buying used?
Tees are the easiest used clothing buy. Hold screen-printed designs up to light — if you can see cracks across the print, they'll get worse. Check the collar hasn't been stretched from being pulled over helmets, a check that applies equally to used hoodies and sweatshirts. Pit staining on white or light-coloured shirts is hard to remove, so dark tees hide wear better and are the safer bet on the second-hand market.