With a historical past in motocross and gravity-fueled mountain biking, Fox Racing is understood for its aggressive aesthetic. So it could elevate a number of eyebrows then as they put together to enter new territory for the model. Name it what you want – downcountry, gravel, aggro XC, regardless of the nomenclature, the upcoming Crossframe Professional is prepared for it. And in line with Fox, it’s their first-ever/ visor-free helmet.
Though it’s technically visor-free, the Crossframe Professional nonetheless has a pronounced forehead. Sort of like a visor that’s built-in into the EPS foam. On the underside of that forehead, there are purposeful vents which might be a part of the 22 complete vents on the helmet.
Inside, you’ll discover a MIPS liner with a BOA retention system, in addition to dual-density Varizorb EPS foam for improved influence safety. The helmet additionally options premium options like a detachable and washable Ionic+ liner, rubberized sunglass grippers, and a Fidlock SNAP helmet buckle. Claimed weights are listed as 330-390g for S-L, with our medium pre-production pattern weighing 346g.
Together with the Crossframe Professional Helmet, Fox is introducing a line of clothes for a similar class within the Flexair Ascent line. Someplace between saggy and tights, the clothes has a extra aerodynamic lower than typical Fox clothes. Designed to be extremely gentle and funky, the shorts characteristic a reasonably brief 10″ inseam, and jerseys can be provided in SS & LS.
We obtained an early pattern to take a look at and thus far each the clothes and the helmet have been shocking in a great way. The match on the clothes is superb, and all of it feels extremely snug. I’m trying ahead to getting some extra miles on these this summer season.
Dropframe Professional
The brand new downcountry/gravel gear might have been the star of the present, however the brand new Dropframe Professional is value a glance as properly. Beforehand, Fox up to date the Proframe RS with most of the options from the Proframe, and now these up to date trickle right down to the Dropframe Professional as properly.
The three/4 shell has an up to date headform with a BOA match system and MIPS, and meets the NTA-8776 eBike helmet certification. The visor has three poisitons and is suitable with goggles, and also you’ll discover an Ionic+ anti-microbial liner and cheek pads plus a Fidlock magnetic buckle. Claimed weight is listed as 620-710g.
The entire merchandise above can be obtainable later this yr with pricing to be introduced.
