All Men’s MTB Apparel
Men's MTB Apparel: Common Questions
What men's MTB apparel brands and products are in this collection?
This collection brings together a complete range of men's mountain bike apparel from Urban Cycling Apparel, Ozark Cycling Apparel, Club Ride Apparel, and Handup Gloves. Jerseys include the Urban Cycling TrailBuster long sleeve, Starry Night long sleeve, camo long sleeve, and short sleeve MTB jersey, plus Ozark Cycling Apparel styles including the Purple Twist, Teal Geometric, Black Topography, and Ozark colorways. Shorts include the Enduro, Shredder, Shredder Camo, Single Tracker cargo short, Gravel Grinder soft-shell short, MTB bib shorts, and Ozark's Black Label Short. Handup Gloves rounds out the collection with trail gloves.
What is the best MTB kit combination for trail riding?
For most trail riders, the most versatile combination is a short sleeve MTB jersey paired with the Enduro or Single Tracker shorts with a padded ClickFast liner. The short sleeve jersey handles warm to mild conditions and pairs well with arm warmers for cooler days. The Enduro is the lighter, more technical option for longer rides while the Single Tracker gives you more cargo storage for self-supported rides. If you ride primarily in cooler conditions or on technical brush-heavy trails, the TrailBuster long sleeve jersey adds full arm protection without needing a separate layer.
Do I need a chamois liner for MTB riding?
For most trail riders, yes. MTB shorts are designed with a baggy outer shell and a separate padded liner rather than a built-in chamois like road shorts. The liner sits against your skin and handles saddle contact while the outer short gives you the range of motion and casual look that trail riding demands. Most Urban Cycling Apparel MTB shorts are available with or without the padded liner included. If you already own a padded underliner, buying the outer short alone saves money. If you are starting fresh, the bundle with liner is the better value.
What is the difference between Urban Cycling Apparel and Ozark Cycling Apparel MTB jerseys?
Both brands are based in Bentonville, Arkansas and share the same performance-oriented approach to MTB apparel. Urban Cycling Apparel jerseys use sublimated graphics with a broader range of styles including long sleeve options and the signature TrailBuster design. Ozark Cycling Apparel jerseys and shorts have a more regional identity, drawing on Ozark landscape and culture in their colorways and graphics. Ozark styles are a strong choice for riders who want to represent the local trail scene. Both brands are priced accessibly and built for the same Ozark singletrack conditions.
Are MTB jerseys and shorts good for gravel riding too?
Yes. The loose fit and moisture-wicking fabrics work just as well on gravel as on trail. The Gravel Grinder short is specifically designed for the crossover between MTB and gravel with four-way flex fabric and zip vents. The TrailBuster and short sleeve jerseys are popular with gravel riders who prefer a more relaxed fit than a traditional road jersey. If you ride both surfaces regularly, the MTB kit works across both without needing a separate gravel-specific wardrobe.
Why buy MTB apparel from a store based in Bentonville, Arkansas?
Bentonville is one of the most celebrated mountain biking destinations in the world, home to over 100 miles of trail and a year-round riding community that demands gear that works across varied Ozark terrain. Urban Cycling Apparel and Ozark Cycling Apparel are both designed and tested in this environment, which is directly reflected in the product choices in this collection. Buying from Urban Cycling Apparel means you are getting gear chosen and used by riders who ride the same trails you are likely researching.