Fit Check Thread for Jackets

[Ems]

You won't increase in size through the waist area, and that is where it is too big.

True, but I will increase in chest and shoulders, then it may become too tight there .

Maybe that cut is just not for me …

 

[Peacoat]

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[postman10mm]

Badalassi Hooch Hauler - I'm blown away by this jacket, and therefore a bit blind to any fit issues - but the back came in almost a full inch shorter than requested, so I'm discussing options with Thurston Bros. In the event Aero will remake the jacket, I have a dilemma...

At the current length the hem is perfect, it just fits over my belt without catching, but I'm having difficulty dialing in the length, because if it gets much longer, the hem mill need to be wider. (I realize this could be addressed with high-rise jeans, but other than this mid-rise pair, all my other jean are low-rise)

Here are a bunch of photos, the last one compares the length my J106.

Ideally, where should the front hit, and do you see other fit areas to address?

 

[MrProper]

The tolerance is +/- 0.5 inch. So if it's almost an inch less, I would have it redone.
And the hem can stay as it is. Why should it be more just because 1 inch is added?
It is really short already. Since you are already having doubts, you will also have doubts in the future. I know that ;-)

 

[TartuWolf]

@postman10mm
1. Incredible looking jacket!
2. Fits you very well, but I'd definitely add more body length and maybe a bit more sleeve length (mine got noticeably shorter with wear).
3. For sure add hem width if you ask for a longer body. Wish mine was a bit wider as well.

 

[postman10mm]

The tolerance is +/- 0.5 inch. So if it's almost an inch less, I would have it redone.
And the hem can stay as it is. Why should it be more just because 1 inch is added?
It is really short already. Since you are already having doubts, you will also have doubts in the future. I know that ;-)

Definitely it is too short! If I make it longer, and it hits the curve of my ****, I'm worried that will make the hem too tight. Should a half-belt hit at the bottom of the pants belt, or lower?

 

[MrProper]

Definitely it is too short! If I make it longer, and it hits the curve of my ****, I'm worried that will make the hem too tight. Should a half-belt hit at the bottom of the pants belt, or lower?
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If it were my jacket, I would add 0.5 inch to the overall length plus a front drop of 0.5 - 0.75 inch. Or just a front drop of a good inch.

 

[postman10mm]

Ah, I did not know Aero could add a front drop - 0.5" in the back plus 0.75" in front would bring the front down 1.25" - that would cover the belt nicely - thank you!

@TartuWolf - if you don't mind my asking, the fit on your HH looks amazing - what makes you wish for a wider hem?

 

[TartuWolf]

@postman10mm
Well at some point I realized that what you are wearing really influences how much bottom hem width do you need.
No belt + t-shirt -> no belt + shirt + sweater -> ... -> thick belt with thick buckle + thicker shirt + thicker vest + sweater = VERY TIGHT.

 

[Eagledog]

A little wider in the hem and a little longer. What does it look like in the back unzipped?

 

[dudewuttheheck]

I think the back length is good. I would just add to the front drop about 1 inch

 

[Eagledog]

Thurston Bros will get Aero to make you a new jacket since it is not within the. 5" tolerance. You will just have to wait another 12 weeks for it. Mine showed up with a 16" bottom opening instead of 18".
The new jacket is perfect at 18". Now I can wear any pants, belt, or top without bursting at the seams. It is a very comfortable relaxed fit, rather than a leather corset fit.

 

[floater]

Also interested in seeing unzipped fit pic, and would you wear it mostly zipped or unzipped? How about layers or riding? Those things would affect how I’d want it to fit.

 

[Eagledog]

If it is a riding jacket you could add some length to the sleeves. Your J106 sleeves look way to short for riding.

 

[postman10mm]

Here are some unzipped pics

 

[postman10mm]

If it is a riding jacket you could add some length to the sleeves. Your J106 sleeves look way too short for riding.

The J106 was on Aero’s used page and it really spoke to me. Sure the sleeves could be longer and the back a bit shorter, but I got a wild jacket I never would have speced myself and I’m super happy with it.

 

[bigmanbigtruck]

Like others said, consider adding more front drop. The one thing it has going for it is that it’s not a belted jacket and you won’t have 2 belts visible.

Other than that, and hopefully you don’t take this the wrong way, I’d suggest not wearing it with a turtle neck. It makes it look like your head might periscope out to scan the surroundings.

 

[Eagledog]

The turtleneck is a great idea. It keeps bees and other pestiferous insects from creating mischief inside your shirt while riding. A June bug or Cacadia bug to the neck is no fun on a bike.

 

[bigmanbigtruck]

The turtleneck is a great idea. It keeps bees and other pestiferous insects from creating mischief inside your shirt while riding. A June bug or Cacadia bug to the neck is no fun on a bike.

Meant it more from an aesthetic sense.

Turtleneck would have functional value though - whether it’s keeping bugs out or going for a cold ride.

 

[Canuck Panda]

If you're just adding overall length then probably not because the back may be too long that the jacket will start to bulge upwards. If Aero do build you a new Hooch Hauler with 1.5" front drop please post some pics. I think what you got now is the best the stock pattern can do, until a custom one with front drop happens.