The 9 Best Mens Mountain Bike Jerseys of 2022

By: Jon Kennedy: Bike Buyer | May 16, 2022

You don’t need a mountain bike specific jersey to have fun riding. Just like you don’t need a smartphone or whatever other gadget. But, there’s no denying that a good mountain bike jersey makes a whole world of difference out on the trail. Casual shirts just aren’t designed for the rigors of ripping around the woods on two wheels. They don’t fit well when you’re stretched out over the bike, the hems and sleeves ride up, and they don’t do well when they’re subjected to mud, sweat, and assorted trail debris either. A good mountain bike jersey will fit well, on and off the bike, won’t get too stinky after a ride, and will protect your torso and arms from trailside branches.

These are the best mountain bike jerseys we’ve found. They use a variety of modern materials, including several different wool blends to find the right balance of comfort, breathability, and stink resistance. And they come in a variety of different fits and cuts, with something appropriate for every rider and every body shape. So ditch that old cotton t-shirt and get yourself a new bike jersey, your riding partners will thank you.

This Year's Best Men's MTB Jerseys:

DHaRCO S/S

evo 3/4 Length Merino

Fox Ranger DR Short-Sleeve Pocket

Patagonia Capilene® Cool Trail

Patagonia Dirt Craft L/S

Sweet Protection Hunter Merino SS

Smartwool Merino Sport 120

Mons Royale Tarn

Troy Lee Designs Skyline Chill L/S

DHaRCO S/S

Gear up for mountain bike madness with the DHaRCO S/S Jersey. This breathable, moisture-wicking jersey is made with recycled yarns and fresh patterns for fun times and no sweat shreddin'. This is a simple, affordable jersey that just plain gets the job done.

Original Price	Material	Style
$62	100% Recycled Polyester	Tech Tee

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evo 3/4 Length Merino

How can something so soft be durable enough to handle mountain bike action? It's the little extra bit of nylon in the evo 3/4 Length Merino Bike Jersey that keeps it from disintegrating the first time you hit the trail: the natural wonder-fiber, magical Merino, combines with the nylon's synthetic sweetness to keep you cool, dry, and odor-free. And with 3/4 length sleeves, this one has the classic moto style that'll only serve to make you faster. This jersey is ridiculously affordable for a merino top, and has the style to match.

Original Price	Material	Style
$59.95	87% merino, 13% nylon	3/4 Sleeve

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Fox Ranger DR

From the trail straight to lunch, the Fox Ranger DR Short-Sleeve Pocket Jersey looks and feels like your favorite classic tee, but performs like a jersey. The drirelease® technology wicks sweat away from the skin and dries as fast as you ride, which is really fast. With comfort and functionality as the focus, you'll wish you had a different color for every day of the week. The Ranger DR combines the style of a classic pocket tee, with the comfort and performance of a high end jersey.

Original Price	Material	Style
$89.99	85% Recycled Polyester / 15% Cotton	Pocket Tee

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Patagonia Capilene® Cool Trail

Patagonia Capilene Cool Trail

Still rocking cotton on your trail-rides? Time for an upgrade. The Patagonia Capilene® Cool Trail Bike Henley is stretchy, breathable, fast drying, and boasts HeiQ® Fresh odor control technology; things that crusty old Grateful Dead t-shirt could only dream of. The Cool Trail Bike Henley brings all the style and performance Patagonia is known for to your mountain bike trails.

Original Price	Material	Style
$55.00	4.4 oz - 100% Polyester	Henley

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Patagonia Dirt Craft L/S

The dirt's been all-time for a long time. That's the way it is in autumn: the trails get empty right when they're at their best, healing from a punishing summer of dusty tires and long days. Your Patagonia Dirt Craft L/S Jersey is perfect for today, when the crisp air at start gives way to one last warm afternoon as the final leaves fall. Not to worry: you'll be back. You'll always return here. The Dirt Craft’s long sleeves will keep you protected and comfortable all ride long.

Original Price	Material	Style
$59.00	3.6 oz - 100% Polyester (68% Recycled)	Long Sleeve Jersey

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Sweet Protection Hunter SS

Legendary construction and a bike specific fit to boot, the Sweet Protection Hunter Merino SS Jersey is the comfort-driven addition to your weekend setup. Made with a breathable and sweat-wicking merino wool blend, this shirt can be easily layered or worn alone for protection that works. It’s a simple, but so comfortable and durable jersey that works for any ride

Original Price	Material	Style
$69.95	87% Wool / 13% Polyamide	Tech Tee

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Smartwool Merino Sport 120

The Smartwool Merino Sport 120 Mountain Biking 3/4 Sleeve Tee is the super lightweight, temperature-regulating jersey you'll want to wear on all of your rides. Merino wool and Tencel™ are odor-resistant and moisture-wicking, so you can stay cool and fresh no matter how spicy the trail gets. Its understated graphics mesh perfectly with its high end performance and fit.

Original Price	Material	Style
$70.00	53% Merino Wool / 47% Lyocell	3/4 Sleeve Jersey

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Mons Royale Tarn

The MONS ROYALE Tarn T-shirt is built for comfort at speed. Moisture-wicking merino blend fabric combines with an unrestrictive cut and short sleeves for some top-tier bike park attire. The Tarn manages to be both subtle and bold simultaneously, with a great bike-specific fit as well.

Original Price	Material	Style
$95.00	44% Merino Wool / 44% Polyester / 12% Nylon	Tech Tee

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Troy Lee Designs Skyline Chill LS

Troylee Designs Skyline Chill LS

The Troy Lee Designs Skyline Chill L/S Jersey offers a bit of warmth for your shoulder season rides. TLD uses Techafleexe fabric with a soft and warm brushed fleece interior that holds heat compared to the traditional Skyline Jersey. Keep turning 365 days a year in the Troy Lee Designs Skyline Chill L/S Jersey. The Skyline is a must-have for riders in any area with cold mornings.

Original Price	Material	Style
$79.00	Polyester	Long Sleeve Jersey

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Our bike buyer has an endless amount of knowledge on all things bike stemming from years of experience in the bike industry in tandem with their countless hours out on the dirt, gravel, and tarmac. evo's buyers assess all products coming to market, lean into this knowledge, and put together this selection of the best products. They have a unique perspective as they truly see everything offered across the category.

Jon Kennedy

Jon is a Bike Buyer and joined evo in 2015 to help launch the category. He has a long tenure in the bike industry bringing over 20 years of experience.

Jon was formerly the Marketing Manager for Diamondback bikes and was the Executive Director for the Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance prior to that. His broad experience in the bike industry from the brand, advocacy and retail side has contributed to a well-rounded understanding of trends, needs and opportunities.

Jon grew up in the Seattle area and currently resides there with his wife Ilana, kids Erez and Lilah, and his Boston Terrier Marley. He is a daily rider packing countless miles in every year, loves all disciplines, and simply considers himself a cyclist… a title he embraces with great passion.