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May 28 - Loopwheeled sweats 5+1
David Shuck
May 28, 2024
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/ Five Plus One /
Loopwheel Crewneck Sweats
Just because it’s nearly summer doesn’t mean you have to give up the luxurious comfort that is a loopwheel sweatshirt. Whether you’re lounging around the house or want another layer for those chilly mornings(depending on your location), a decent sweatshirt is essential. Besides, we’re in the business of garments we want to use forever, not just this summer!
The loopwheel sweat market is bountiful right now, with some awesome warm-weather colorways in the mix. We hope this edition of Five Plus One will point you in the direction of a loopwheeled sweat that matches your spring/summer ‘drobe.
The Real McCoy’s MC13111 in Shamrock is one of the most fun colors to hit the world of loopwheel in a long, long time. Made in Japan, it’s built from a relatively lightweight 10 oz. loopwheeled cotton jersey, in a bright and aptly color helps it to appear even lighter. Pair it with your favorite shorts or slacks, and be sure to rock it on St. Patrick’s Day next year.
Available for $176 from Lost & Found.
You’ve got the T-shirts, now get into Whitseville‘s Loopwheel Sweatshirt in Oatmeal. Designed off of the classic sweatshirts from the early 20th century, it features all the time-honored design elements you want to see from a reproduction label like Whitesville. The attractive thick ribbing gives this sweatshirt that little bit of elevated style while still painting the classic look and feel that will have you feeling like you can run up and down the steps with Balboa at the drop of a hat.
Available for $137 from Redcast Heritage.
While a heavyweight sweatshirt won’t be something you’ll wear every day this summer, Iron Heart‘s IHSW-69L-BLK is definitely the one I’d reach for if I needed an extra layer. Made from 14 oz. loopwheel fabric, this sweatshirt attempts to be as wind-resistant as possible without the need for a hard outer shell. It’s designed with bikers in mind, after all.
Made in Japan with quadruple needle stitched flat seams for the best durability possible, you’ll be pulling this rough rider on for many years to come, rain or shine.
Available for $275 from Franklin & Poe.
Heather grey sweatshirts are about as classic as they come, but UES‘ Puca Pucara Loopwheel Sweatshirt somehow takes this classic colorway and makes it even better. The heavily marled fabric is positively marbly with high-contrast yarns, and the contrasting ribbed accents only serve to make this more noticeable. If you want one sweatshirt to rule them all, this UES piece should definitely be on your radar.
Available for $130 from Franklin & Poe.
I love brands that break from normal patterns, and Allevol‘s Loopwheel Easy Sweatshirt is just different enough to be interesting without making it hard to wear with normal sweatshirt fits. It’s based off of naval sweatshirts of the 1950s, and the creamy off-white hue is one of those colors that just goes with everything.
Constructed with raglan sleeves and a gusset-less collar, this sweatshirt is a soild look if you prefer a more mid-century feel.
Available for $188 from Clutch Cafe.
I’m a fan of of ultra-wide ribbing on sweats and jackets, and the way Freewheelers‘ combined this with a flapped, button pocket? Sheesh!
The source material for this sweatshirt was made in the late 30s to early 40s (likely) by Dura Craft and features a few details that set it apart from the still super rare, double v gusset military sweat popular at the time — chiefly that flapped and gusseted chest pocket. Whether you buy it or not is your business, but I think we can all agree this is one of the coolest pieces of loopwheel clothing made in recent years.
Available for $265 from Corlection.
/ In Partnership with Revolvr /
Red Wing is a classic American company and yet many of their best releases never set foot in a U.S. retailer. American shop Revolvr has taken this Iron Ranger back stateside from the Riders Room store in Hamburg, Germany.
The Rider’s Room Iron Ranger features a black harness leather paired with a green Vibram Chemi Gum, the same kind Red Wing used on their original lineman boots in 1956. They also come withthe standard yellow/brown laces plus a set in matching black leather.
Red Wing produced only 1,200 pairs, very few of which made it back home so be sure to get yours soon at Revolvr.
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/ New Releases /
The 14.5 oz. FN-D111 is The Flat Head’s Widest Jean
The Flat Head doesn’t make wide-leg jeans. Well, at least that’s what I thought until I saw the FN-D111.
Seriously, TFH is a brand I’ve wanted in my collection for a long while, but I haven’t found a fit wide enough for my taste. Enter the brand’s FN-D111 in all its drapey glory. Crafted from 14.5 oz. raw selvedge denim woven on vintage shuttle looms from 100% Zimbabwean cotton — a fiber known for its holy trinity of strength, softness, and texture — the twill weave on this Japanese fabric is woven with a pronounced downward weave. With wear and washing, it will develop the revered raindrop-esque “Doshaburi” (which translates to downpour) fade.
Shipping with a yellow and red “Doshaburi” bandana to commemorate the raindrop fade potential of the fabric, it’s hard to not love this indigo-soaked package on offer from The Flat Head. Just know that these jeans are made of unsanforized denim, but one washed, so there will be no shrinkage. Redcast are saying they run small, too, so check those measures, folks!
Available for $295 from Redcast Heritage.
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Loyal Stricklin’s Julia Tote is a Tote For Life
Loyal Stricklin‘s Julia Tote in a variety of leathers is raising the bar when it comes to deciding what you sling over your shoulder.
Featuring single-needle stitching, the tote is clearly tipping its proverbial hat to its workwear roots. But that doesn’t mean this is just a show pony. Beyond the pocket rundown, our favorite part about these bags is the solid brass interior key clip which ensures those suckers will never get lost in the fray ever again. How’s that for revolutionary? Measuring in at 15″ W X 12″ H X 5″ D, all your junk is in good hands — hands that will develop a great patina over time in this poorly executed metaphor. Canvas, who?
In terms of leather choices, you’ve got a plethora of fine hides to choose from at the time of writing — from Horween chromexcel to waxed suede from C.F. Stead,
Available for $299 from Loyal Stricklin.
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Paraboot’s Malo Lisse Could Be the Ultimate Boat Shoe
Paraboot may be chiefly known for its charmingly clunky Michael Shoe and the elegantly robust Chambord, but the brand makes a much wider range of footwear styles. Outside of its calling card models, you will find a diverse roster that includes everything from driving loafers to hiking boots and sneakers. Somewhere within Paraboot’s unique ven-diagram of European footwear lands the Malo Lisse, a standout take on the iconic boat shoe.
Made in Spain with a leather upper and handstitched Blake construction, the Malo Lisse is a moccasin-inspired boat/deck shoe through and through. The lugged rubber sole provides traction whether you find yourself on a yacht or simply queuing up for a beer at the beach bar. Wherever you plan to stomp in these beauties, rest assured they’ll pair with pretty much any pants (long or short) you throw at them, from cargos to washed selvedge denim and pretty anything in between.
Available for $330 from Lost & Found.
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