Endura’s track record with wet-weather gear is pretty strong at this point, with a solid selection of tough and weather-resistant gear that works well on the bike. The variety of goods coming from the Scottish brand is ever-growing though, with plenty of warm-weather offerings geared to more pleasant climates.

From the tail end of winter, through the spring, and into summer, I’ve had a solid chance to test out a selection of Endura’s new apparel. There’s a wide variety of stuff in their 2023 catalog, and I came away with a wide variety of feelings on the assortment I tried. Not everything was a hit, but there are definitely some highlights.

Review Contents

• Singletrack Helmet
• Burner Lite Pants
• Signletrack Glove
• Humvee Shoes
• Baabaa Shirt


Singletrack Helmet

The fit of the Singletrack helmet feels like a big hand is wrapping around the entirety of your head, which is to say it feels like the coverage is deep and secure. That coverage should keep you safe from many angles of attack, while the standard Mips slip-plane should keep rotational impacts to a minimum. The Koroyd crumple zones add an additional layer of protection in the most common impact areas, and serve as a solid indicator of a hard hit that requires the helmet to be retired.
There is a very adjustable ratchet to dial in the cradle fit, plus some nicely molded strap guides to make sure your ears aren’t tied up in the webbing.
Singletrack Helmet

• Koroyd and MIPS protection
• Colors: White, Olive, Black, Blue
• Quick-adjust rear dial
• Sizes: S/M, M/L, L/XL
• Rubber goggle grip
• Weight: 398g, size L
• MSRP: $170 USD
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The visor feels a little narrow and minimal, if you’re someone who actually drops the bill when the sun gets low. That said, it allows plenty of airflow into the big vents at the front of the helmet, which keep things fairly cool in tandem with the very open back half.

All in all, the features and comfort of the Singletrack make it a solid contender, though I don’t think it’s going to unseat my current favorite lid for the price.


Burner Lite Pants

May is typically the moment when my riding apparel transitions from pants to shorts, but with the ever-improving field of lightweight trail pants, I’m able to keep extending the time that my legs stay pale into the deeper summer months. The Burner Lite Pants are a fantastic take on this theme, with airy and lightweight construction that manages heat even when things are still and humid.

From long pedal outings to some hot days in the bike park, they’ve remained comfortable and have held up well to abuse. Other than in the depths of winter, I think these will be getting plenty of use all year long.

Burner Lite Pants

• Size tested: Medium
• Zipper and snap closure
• Colors: Black, Olive, Blue
• Light, 4-way stretch fabric
• Sizes: S – XXL
• ClickFast liner compatible
• Velcro waist adjustment
• MSRP: $149.99 USD
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The waist adjustment is simple and effective, allowing you to fine-tune the fit without having to hike them up every time you undo the fly. The snap closure is a bit finicky to handle with gloves, but once you get a hang of the tiny little snaps it’s not too big an issue. With two simple zippered front pockets, there’s just enough space to carry the essentials without wondering which pocket you stashed your multitool in. The zippers on the pockets are worth highlighting, as they work very nicely, even after plenty of exposure to dirt and moisture.


Singletrack Glove

I tend to prefer riding gloveless, and when I do wear gloves I opt for the slimmest options I can find. That said, these burlier mitts from Endura proved to be a solid option for colder days during the winter, when I wasn’t too concerned with heating up. The knuckle pads are effective, glancing branches and brush off the hand without any real feeling. I’d be hesitant to test them against anything more significant than that, but I suppose anything helps in a crash.

The Velcro adjustment seems unnecessary, offering only a small range of fit and adding bulk right in the bend of your wrist.

Singletrack Glove

• Velcro closure
• Colors: Black, Blue, Olive, Red/Purple
• Sizes: S – XXL
• Silicone palm print
• Seamless palm
• Ribbed knuckle protection
• MSRP: $39.99 USD
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My other chief complaint is the silicone palm print – these get added assuming they’ll add grip, but when the grip and your glove are both wet, they actually make things worse. I found the palm to be throttly feeling anytime the gloves weren’t mostly dry.

Fit is a little small for an extra-large, but they fit my hands comfortably and the stitching has remained durable through many long days of riding.


Humvee Clipless Shoes

With a relatively soft sole and sticky rubber construction, the Humvees feel comfortable walking around right out of the box, and bode confidence on the pedals. Given the fact that they’re a clipless shoe though, that soft construction means you feel a lot more of the pedal through the shoe, for better or worse. I tend to prefer a stiffer shoe, both for comfort on rough terrain and for the power transfer when you’re really stamping on the pedals. If you’re running very large platform clip pedals, this might be less of an issue, but for me they let a little too much feedback through for comfort.
Humvee Shoes

• Closure type: Laces and Velcro strap
• Colors: black, grey
• StickyFoot rubber sole
• Sizes: 6-13 US
• Low-absorbency upper
• Walk-friendly flex
• MSRP: $129.99 USD
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An upside to that more pliable feel is the walkability and unclipped grip of the shoes. In moments when you can’t get clipped back into your pedal, the grippy rubber of the Humvee’s sole allows you to stay planted on the pedal through some fairly dicy spots, hopefully keeping things upright. As a result, I’d recommend these to someone who regularly unclips through techy sections – either out of fear or habit – or anyone who really highly values the walkability of a trail shoe.

The fit of the Humvees feels a little long and narrow compared to some other standard shoes in my rotation, but they’re not too extreme. I might try sizing down to get a better length, but I have relatively wide feet, so the toebox might get a bit cramped if things were much smaller. Luckily, the lace-up closure allows you to fine tune the fit and adjust for any break-in that might happen over time. Those laces also add to the fairly normal look of the shoes, which could be passable for a regular sneaker, save for the Velcro strap holding things together.


Baabaa Shirt

I don’t know how many bright-orange sheep they had to shear to make this thing, but boy is it warm and cozy. I’m a huge fan of merino in all things outdoors wear, so the Baabaa and I were off to a good start right off the bat. Of the various merino shirts I ride in regularly, this Endura top is certainly the warmest, with a relatively thick fabric and tight weave to keep the heat in. Despite that blankety feel, it’s not smothering, and still breathes fairly well as you’d hope a merino piece to do. It’s warm when wet, and has proved to be quite durable, holding up to brambles and a few tip-overs in the few months I’ve been using it.

Baabaa shirt

• Size tested: Large
• Merino blend
• Colors: orange, black, blue
• Naturally odor resistant
• Sizes: S – XXL
• MSRP: $69.99 USD
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