How many new jackets do you have coming (and how many potential ones)?

[Carlos840]

That is what is scaring me away from the RandR. That, and my last competition leather from Vanson was complete garbage. I don't think they stock the RandR either. I believe they have to make one up, which can also be very unpredictable with Vanson. If I went with Vanson, I would probably go with their X or Z leather. I am pretty confident the Vanson would work on the m/c.

If I lived across the pond, I would go for the Lewis. That jacket just says British rock and roll. British history. I hope to have a Lewis someday, just for the nostalgia alone.

I know as the collection hopefully grows, these jackets will be must haves. Not sure what to get first. lol

My Vanson Cycle king was made with what was left of the last batch of X-150.
They have changed supplier since and i have no idea what their current X is like.
I really hope it hasn't gone the same way the Comp Weight has gone...

The Cycle king really is a super Vanson too, i probably even like it more than my custom Commando, it really is a great jacket.
It is super V shaped, short in the body, very comforable forward reach, probably my favourite Vanson, at least top three.
I think it's great value for money.

https://hdoriginals.archivea.com/shop/1888

 

[dannyk]

My Vanson Cycle king was made with what was left of the last batch of X-150.
They have changed supplier since and i have no idea what their current X is like.
I really hope it hasn't gone the same way the Comp Weight has gone...

The Cycle king really is a super Vanson too, i probably even like it more than my custom Commando, it really is a great jacket.
It is super V shaped, short in the body, very comforable forward reach, probably my favourite Vanson, at least top three.
I think it's great value for money.

https://hdoriginals.archivea.com/shop/1888

Damn the cycle king is a grail to me and I’ve wanted it for years. I am planning on getting it within the next few paychecks. I wanted it to be first here so damn you @Carlos840 for beating me!!! Haha. But on the other hand good to hear it’s a killer jacket. I knew it would be.

 

[roadking04]

I am not really sure what is going on in Fall River. I guess they lost their current supplier of comp. weight?(a good thing) They have had EVERYTHING on sale for months. Almost like they are trying to get rid of their old stock and (hopefully) start over? If they can nail down a few good leather options, they would be the way to go.

That Cycle King is completely awesome. I wish I had my younger V shape back. lol. That is probably why I like Schott. 5'10" 195lbs, 44" chest, 35-36" waist with a beer belly that can fluctuate. Weight lifting days are long gone.

 

[roadking04]

I am planning on getting it within the next few paychecks.

Work more overtime. Get it quicker! I can't wait to see it. You are gonna rock that jacket. I have never seen it before until now, WOW!

 

[dannyk]

I am not really sure what is going on in Fall River. I guess they lost their current supplier of comp. weight?(a good thing) They have had EVERYTHING on sale for months. Almost like they are trying to get rid of their old stock and (hopefully) start over? If they can nail down a few good leather options, they would be the way to go.

That Cycle King is completely awesome. I wish I had my younger V shape back. lol. That is probably why I like Schott. 5'10" 195lbs, 44" chest, 35-36" waist with a beer belly that can fluctuate. Weight lifting days are long gone.

Yeah so a few years ago there was a fire that wiped out their supplier. They found a new full time supplier last year and they closed due to Covid. Permanently closed that is. No idea what they are doing currently.

 

[roadking04]

No idea what they are doing currently.

I hope they are not having a going out of business sale, everything goes. I know the owners are probably getting older and maybe are looking to retire? I hope not. They can knock it out of the park if they can find a great supplier. I would love to see them team up with Horween. That would be a perfect match.

 

[dannyk]

Work more overtime. Get it quicker! I can't wait to see it. You are gonna rock that jacket. I have never seen it before until now, WOW!

I’m contract. I can’t work OT. Normally more than ok with that. For this scenario I am not. Everything that can go wrong has. For the first time in years I got a decent chunk of money back in my tax returns. Enough to cover the Cycle King minus taxes and shipping. Which is insignificant in relation to its cost. I took my car to the shop yesterday for what I thought would be a simple alignment issue. Instead I find out my brakes are falling apart and shredding my tires. They want 1,300 to fix it. I was like I just want it to make it to September. I get married then. Most of my money is going towards paying that stuff off. Then the money we get from the wedding I’m taking a chunk for a down payment on a new car. I’m
Not spending 1,300 on a car I need for a few more months. They wanted 4 new brakes, 4 new tires and an alignment. I took a look and said the front brakes and tires have to go. I’ll do the front half so I don’t die. But there goes my vanson. Ughhh

 

[dannyk]

I hope they are not having a going out of business sale, everything goes. I know the owners are probably getting older and maybe are looking to retire? I hope not. They can knock it out of the park if they can find a great supplier. I would love to see them team up with Horween. That would be a perfect match.

They have done that once or twice. Actually @Carlos840 has one of them. Because of course he does haha.

 

[Carlos840]

Damn the cycle king is a grail to me and I’ve wanted it for years. I am planning on getting it within the next few paychecks. I wanted it to be first here so damn you @Carlos840 for beating me!!! Haha. But on the other hand good to hear it’s a killer jacket. I knew it would be.

Cheeky fit pics, just took these, struggled with harsh light and can't use lightroom anymore, pics aren't the best...

It's really a cool jacket, it has a bit of a bell shape when worn open which some people can't deal with, i don't mind.

 

[dannyk]

Cheeky fit pics, just took these, struggled with harsh light and can't use lightroom anymore, pics aren't the best...

It's really a cool jacket, it has a bit of a bell shape when worn open which some people can't deal with, i don't mind.

I figured that going in. It’s definitely that 50s to early 60s style that usually ended up in either bell or V shape. In any case as much as you beat me to it on TFL it’s a killer jacket that Vanson has had hidden away on the HD page for years. Which is special because it’s such a cool jacket that so few know about. Can’t wait for proper pics and a proper write up. Sometime this year it will be mine.

 

[roadking04]

Sorry to hear about your car. I hate when real life interferes with TFL life. lol.

They have done that once or twice. Actually @Carlos840 has one of them

Exactly why they need to do it for good.

 

[Carlos840]

They have done that once or twice. Actually @Carlos840 has one of them. Because of course he does haha.

I actually have two of them, on padded, one unpadded...

https://www.thefedoralounge.com/threads/vanson-padded-cxl-commando.102953/#post-2760488

 

[roadking04]

Great fit Carlos. Really a cool jacket that is buried in the internet. Sometimes I am amazed at what is hidden out there. I am really feeling Danny's pain after these pics. lol.

 

[dannyk]

Great fit Carlos. Really a cool jacket that is buried in the internet. Sometimes I am amazed at what is hidden out there. I am really feeling Danny's pain after these pics. lol.

I kid you not I have looked at it on and off for years. For years. @JMax can confirm cause we’ve chatted about it and he recommended Constantine to me last year.
Only thing holding me back was fit. I’m 5’7 130lbs the small could still be large on me. Last year I even went back and forth with Constantine from Vanson a few times. I asked if it was strictly an HD contract or if they could make it themselves? As in if the small didn’t fit; could and would Vanson make me an exact replica in a custom smaller size? Constantine said they could and would; not an issue. But if I wanted to do that because of the supplier issues it could take forever. So now with my wedding coming up all my money has been going to that. You know DJs and Photogs etc... so I told myself if my tax returns come back well this year I’m buying the small on the HD page to at least try it. They came back perfect. Then my car does this. I shall for now at least live through @Carlos840.

 

[JMax]

Cheeky fit pics, just took these, struggled with harsh light and can't use lightroom anymore, pics aren't the best...

It's really a cool jacket, it has a bit of a bell shape when worn open which some people can't deal with, i don't mind.

I just added this jacket to my wish list. Been looking at it for years and never get around to it.

 

[dannyk]

I just added this jacket to my wish list. Been looking at it for years and never get around to it.

Ahaha I just tagged you in this thread above a comment or two. About this exact thing. We’ve talked about it for like 4-5 years!

 

[JMax]

Ahaha I just tagged you in this thread above a comment or two. About this exact thing. We’ve talked about it for like 4-5 years!

Ha, I saw just after I posted. It definitely is a cool jacket and judging by how it looks on Carlos, one of Vanson’s better ones. This old HD jacket and the patch-pocketless D are two of my favorite vintage MC jackets.

 

[Carlos840]

Ha, I saw just after I posted. It definitely is a cool jacket and judging by how it looks on Carlos, one of Vanson’s better ones. This old HD jacket and the patch-pocketless D are two of my favorite vintage MC jackets.

Mine is a Medium, same as what i wear in the commando.
The HD is IMO a better pattern than the commando, it is shorter, has better shaped sleeves, i find it more comfortable.
The patch pockets on this jacket are pretty useless, you can fit a phone in them, or flat things.
They look cool but aren't fonctional.

 

[dannyk]

Mine is a Medium, same as what i wear in the commando.
The HD is IMO a better pattern than the commando, it is shorter, has better shaped sleeves, i find it more comfortable.
The patch pockets on this jacket are pretty useless, you can fit a phone in them, or flat things.
They look cool but aren't fonctional.

Can’t speak for @JMax but to me this jacket is meant for just cool. You look at it and instantly think “fuc***g cool!” So if they are kinda useless that’s fine by me. I wanted it simply cause it screams cool.

 

[handymike]

Yeah, an inside pocket would cover the utility aspect.