When it comes to boots that are genuinely American, you’ll be hard pressed to find a more authentic pair than the Heritage 877 Boots by Red Wing. Originally released in 1953 as a sporting boot, they became an instant success with hunters, hikers and outdoorsmen.
The concept of strapping a surfboard to the side of a motorcycle is tried and tested, you’ll see bikes with board racks from Sydney to the South of France, usually piloted by a man who hasn’t shaved and doesn’t care. This video shows something that I haven’t seen before, a series of motorcycles with snowboard and ski racks.
Grover is an LA based clothing label that focusses on unique, interesting attire specifically designed for Californian summers. All of their gear is handmade in Los Angeles and up until now, it’s only been available for sale through LA boutiques.
This is the new, updated Mojave Brooklands Jacket by Belstaff for 2013. It’s been reworked and slightly redesigned to make it waterproof, it also now includes advanced, removable D3O armour in the shoulders and elbows with a pocket for a back protector (available separately).
These are the Joey Shoes by Alpinestars, they’re designed with summer riding in mind and they’ve been designed to look as much like standard street attire as possible.
This is the new Warrior Jacket from REV’IT!, it’s been updated over the previous version and features summer friendly front and rear ventilation panels, pockets for CE level 2 body armour, Monaco Performance leather construction and a detachable thermal body warmer for the cooler months.
The Wool Car Coat by Schott is a long time Silodrome favourite, the cut of the coat, the materials used, the colours offered and the sheer timelessness of the design make it a wardrobe staple for the cooler months of autumn and winter.
Vanson Leathers is a USA based company with seriously dedicated fanbase that stretches around the globe. Outside the continental USA, Vanson Jackets are worn by innumerable Japanese custom-Harley enthusiasts who prefer it for its road-rash-proof, 1.5mm thick, competition-weight leather construction.
ODFU is one of our favourite boutique motorcycle clothing companies, its founder is a friendly guy by the name of Kevin Wilson who like many of us, loves motorcycles. “ODFU” actually stands for “one down five up” – the transmission layout on a standard motorcycle.
This is the new-for-2013 ‘Kick Me’ tee by Iron & Resin, it’s a great looking tee for the impending summer and the relative rarity of the design will help you avoid being the third guy to show up at the party in the same Abercrombie & Fitch polo.
The Wolverine Austen 1000 Mile Lacer Boots are available in black or brown, they have a Goodyear™ Welt sole, a Horween Predator leather upper, a full leather sole with Vibram® technology and enough character to star in their own Tarantino film.
This is the Icon Stryker Vest, most people (myself included) consider it the best looking armoured vest on the market at the moment – it’s packed with D3O® armour, has articulating back-plates, a protective chest shield and adjustable shoulder and waist straps to ensure a snug fit.
