Aero Hooch Hauler Thread 2022

[Trouser Bark]

Interesting how a change from zipper to button front alters the entire character of the jacket. I like this a lot. Very nice.

 

[Herrvallmo]

Interesting how a change from zipper to button front alters the entire character of the jacket. I like this a lot. Very nice.

Woah! that looks absolutely sick mate, crazy how much a jacket can change with buttons instead of the zipper like you said

I also love how the brown buttons, fur liner and contrast stitching looks with the blue leather, very nice!

Cheers!

 

[3.14nche]

the wool version is pretty cool too

 

[TartuWolf]

the wool version is pretty cool too

Oh that looks sweet, I wouldn't mind trying one of those at all!
Maybe not in that color / configuration though.

 

[Will Zach]

Interesting how a change from zipper to button front alters the entire character of the jacket. I like this a lot. Very nice.

Missing the Panda!

 

[LuddGang]

I’m thinking about a new jacket and considering a Hooch Hauler. Am I right in thinking this is a rare Aero style where staying true to size should provide a pretty trim fit (I.e limited Highwayman style size roulette)?

I think FQHH would be too heavy going for this sort of cut. Are there any other leathers that people generally find to be too stiff or hard work for this style?

 

[CosmoSix5]

I’m thinking about a new jacket and considering a Hooch Hauler. Am I right in thinking this is a rare Aero style where staying true to size should provide a pretty trim fit (I.e limited Highwayman style size roulette)?

I think FQHH would be too heavy going for this sort of cut. Are there any other leathers that people generally find to be too stiff or hard work for this style?

Badalassi seems about perfect weight/firmness. And it's heavy.

 

[jchance]

I really like the white stitching contrast on this seal Vicenza horsehide

 

[TartuWolf]

I’m thinking about a new jacket and considering a Hooch Hauler. Am I right in thinking this is a rare Aero style where staying true to size should provide a pretty trim fit (I.e limited Highwayman style size roulette)?

I think FQHH would be too heavy going for this sort of cut. Are there any other leathers that people generally find to be too stiff or hard work for this style?

I love my FQHH hooch hauler, absolutely no regrets about going for that letter with this model. Just for novelty sake I'd go with CXL SH if I'd order again. Otherwise I'd go for badalassi if the massive upcharge was not there - no other leathers offered by Aero really interest me.
Want a forever jacket? Go for goat as they say.
Sizing is pretty true to size yeah, gives a nice trim fit, but be aware of the extra slim bottom hem for this pattern.

 

[LuddGang]

I love my FQHH hooch hauler, absolutely no regrets about going for that letter with this model. Just for novelty sake I'd go with CXL SH if I'd order again. Otherwise I'd go for badalassi if the massive upcharge was not there - no other leathers offered by Aero really interest me.
Want a forever jacket? Go for goat as they say.
Sizing is pretty true to size yeah, gives a nice trim fit, but be aware of the extra slim bottom hem for this pattern.

Thanks for the info - interesting that FQHH doesn’t feel too restrictive on this one. I think I’m leaning towards Cordovan or Navy, so my other choices would be steer or Vicenza.

 

[Dbrn]

Well it doesn't to Tartu but it has for others, including me. Loving CXL like I do, I would definitely do this in SH if I had a do-over. But the restrictive feeling is also about the pattern which, while it looks great, many have said is not the most comfortable.

 

[Eagledog]

Well it doesn't to Tartu but it has for others, including me. Loving CXL like I do, I would definitely do this in SH if I had a do-over. But the restrictive feeling is also about the pattern which, while it looks great, many have said is not the most comfortable.

So many guys are buying jackets too small for their bodies. I wouldn't rush to blame the leather. The classifieds are stuffed with jackets that are too small for the owner.
Also the purpose a jacket is designed for is critical to comfort!!!
In other words do not by a cafe racer if you are not spending 90% of your time with your arms extended out front in a driving/riding position.
Use your jacket for the mission it was designed for and stop blaming the leather.

 

[Trouser Bark]

So many guys are buying jackets too small for their bodies. <snip> Use your jacket for the mission it was designed for and stop blaming the leather.

You have a very analytical and sensible view. If you haven't heard it recently note that at least one poster on this site appreciates both your perspective and your response(s). Thank you.

 

[bigmanbigtruck]

Also the purpose a jacket is designed for is critical to comfort!!!
In other words do not by a cafe racer if you are not spending 90% of your time with your arms extended out front in a driving/riding position.

I've seen you post this multiple times RE: Cafe Racers. But tbh I've tried 3 varieties: RMC J100, LW Buco Ryder and Schott 141 (don't own the last one) and haven't felt any discomfort or the jacket fighting against me while standing neutral.

Not to discount your experience with cafe racers - but that tendency may be due to how the pattern interacts with your build.

 

[Eagledog]

Tbh, I've seen you post this multiple times RE: Cafe Racers. But I've tried 3 varieties: RMC J100, LW Buco Ryder and Schott 141 (don't own the last one) and haven't felt any discomfort or the jacket fighting against me while standing neutral.

Not to discount your experience with cafe racers - but that tendency may be due to how the pattern interacts with your build.

I agree your build is a factor. Someone with large back muscles that naturally has the shoulders in a rolled forward position is a perfect match for the cafe racer. With the shoulders rotated forward and arms rotated so the arms aren't as close to the body, the material does not bunch up as much in the armpit area.
Guys have the most trouble when they can't fit anything thicker than a tee shirt under the jacket. Especially with stiffer leather. The jacket becomes too constricted for movement. It may be comfortable standing or riding but not both.

 

[TartuWolf]

Exactly - CXL is fine but the hooch hauler pattern is definitely a sort of form over function deal overall. Don't expect high levels of comfort or mobility. Sure is a looker though.

 

[RDS]

In case anyone might be interested a Vincenza Aero Hooch Hauler, size 40, has just been listed for sale on eBay UK.

Pardon our interruption...

This is just for info only as the jacket isn’t mine nor do I have any connection with the seller.