So which three are your new top three now? It was the HD and the Brooks, has this changed?Update from me. I took on board @TartuWolf suggestion, and collected a series of fit pics:
Black Jackets
1. The Flat Head single rider in Shinki horsehide
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2. Rainbow Country Ponyboy in Shinki horsehide
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3. Brooks Gold Label Cross Zip in what I assume is a cowhide
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4. Schott x Rag n Bone cross zip in cowhide
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5. Schott Cafecto in steerhide
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6. Aero Cafe Racer in Chromexcel HH
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7. Johnson Leathers Sportster in cowhide
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8. Harley Davidson AMF racing shirt (assume it’s made by Brooks in cowhide)
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I think both of you are right. In my opinion the aero CR silhouette is more flattering on me (really hugs the waist, while building up the upper body). However, the Johnson is much much more comfortable (as the Aero does have the neck hand issue)I have to politely disagree. The Aero has the usual neck lines - I can’t imagine it sits comfortably on OP
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Compare to the JL, which looks like a great fit
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I initially said 1. HD 2. Schott D pocket 3. Golden Bear varsity. I think now I would say (not necessarily in order)So which three are your new top three now? It was the HD and the Brooks, has this changed?
Also I do have a secret extra jacket coming, that I think may take the number 1 spot (if it fits), the measurements are on the small side...I initially said 1. HD 2. Schott D pocket 3. Golden Bear varsity. I think now I would say (not necessarily in order)
1. Burberry cross zip (bet nobody would have guessed that a fashion jacket could make my top 3)
2. The Flat Head Single Rider
3. RMC JH1
As a close fourt and fifth, I would keep the HD and the GB varsity
Well, Burberry has been around since the late 1800s they just evolved into a mainstream fashion brand to survive. That grainy thick Burberry is a very nice jacket. Congrats.I initially said 1. HD 2. Schott D pocket 3. Golden Bear varsity. I think now I would say (not necessarily in order)
1. Burberry cross zip (bet nobody would have guessed that a fashion jacket could make my top 3)
2. The Flat Head Single Rider
3. RMC JH1
As a close fourt and fifth, I would keep the HD and the GB varsity
I don't understand why they won't fix this problem. I can only assume Aero designs their patterns for people with horrendous posture. Not to drag us down that road again.I have to politely disagree. The Aero has the usual neck lines - I can’t imagine it sits comfortably on OP
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Compare to the JL, which looks like a great fit
Will quickly give my 2c on the issue, though don’t want to open a whole discussion as this has been done many times on the forum.While I can certainly see how it would be a problem for some folks, I don’t mind the aforementioned neck lines aesthetically. I almost find it endearing with other creases developing with break in. All of the J100/cafe style jackets I’ve owned have shared this trait to some degree. Several previous and currently owned Aero BRs, the original Buco J100 once owned, an old heavy Brimaco CR, as well as a Himel Kensington I had(To be fair, that one was probably a size too small). I’ve seen it on a couple RMC J100s in fit pics also. I have found that the Aero’s shoulders up to the collar do have a “less steep” angle, which happens to work out best for my build. At least in my experience, it’s been more of a J100 type trait than strictly Aero, as I haven’t noticed it as much in my collared Aeros. I do realize many find it an issue in other Aeros, and I’m not trying to argue that point at all, especially with the veterans here who have plenty more experience than myself. Just my 2 cents on the many stand collar jackets I’ve been through. It’s possible that I’m an Aero fanboy, but I’ve never had a comfort issue with an Aero that fit correctly. If it’s a half size too small though, all bets are off there.
I don't understand why they won't fix this problem. I can only assume Aero designs their patterns for people with horrendous posture. Not to drag us down that road again.
And I don't want to hear it's for the posture of the motorcycle rider leaning over the bike either. You think the JL is any less for riding than the Aero? I'd argue the opposite to be true.