We know you love IH, but where do you think we can improve?

[CosmoSix5]

@Oaktavia I utilize the reinforced belt loops to hook my pocket stabbers(keys) to.
Haraki read my mind long before I knew about Iron Heart

[neph93]

I have theorised (and written this many times), that the smaller/lighter front pocket bags are a Haraki-san design choice. As with the tighter, longer sleeves, on shirts and jackets that cut down on the negative effects of wind, it’s a biker thing.

Having lots of stuff in your front pockets is uncomfortable and impractical while riding. This is also the reason why back pockets are re-enforced and widely placed. You can carry stuff in them while sat on a bike.

If you look further and consider the emphasis on vests and strapped bags, this supports the point, and suggests a logical design architecture. Haraki-san makes things he would wear, that function well for riders. Bags and vests are way better storage than front pockets in this respect.

On an unrelated, and entirely personal note, putting stuff in the front pockets of jeans ruins the fit of the top block, and makes them look shit.

[neph93]

@pechelman wise words.

[Mizmazzle]

Not to mention, the fade patterns from stuff in the front pockets looks horrible in my opinion.

[Ikeaparty]

Yeah phone fades or whatever else in the front pocket are the reason I never keep anything in my front pockets, never thought the bags were too shallow but maybe because only my hands go in there. With the goal being making clothes specifically to function well when on a bike, it would be pretty silly to make a bunch of changes for those who aren't riding a bike. I mean I don't have a motorbike (I do day dream though) but I can appreciate that the clothes aren't designed with my specific needs in mind, nor should they be as my needs are different than everyone elses

[Oaktavia]

@neph93 said in We know you love IH, but where do you think we can improve?:

If you look further and consider the emphasis on vests and strapped bags, this supports the point, and suggests a logical design architecture. Haraki-san makes things he would wear, that function well for riders. Bags and vests are way better storage than front pockets in this respect.

On an unrelated, and entirely personal note, putting stuff in the front pockets of jeans ruins the fit of the top block, and makes them look shit.

100% on point exactly.

[Bridger]

Reinforced front pocket to carry your valuables.

[neph93]

@Bridger exactly. And when was the last time you saw a kangaroo riding a Harley? 🥸

[Bridger]

I've seen a kangaroo jump a 1 meter high wire fence at 80 km/h.

I don't think kangaroos need a Harley @neph93

[Matt]

No one “needs” a Harley, but imagine how badass a kangaroo would be if it had one.

[WhiskeySandwich]

@neph93 as a biker, I fully agree. The only thing ever in the pockets of my jeans are a chain wallet. The rest is either attached to my belt, in a bag, or a jacket/shirt. The shirt measurements are perfect for riding. Longer sleeves are ideal, this goes for pant length too, riding position takes inches out of the length of everything. I also can’t stand when my clothes are flapping in the wind for hours on a bike. I LOVE the wide rear pockets too.

[goosehd]

@WhiskeySandwich Forward controls, engineer boots, and long jeans are awesome. Hell, even mids work with that combination.

[CosmoSix5]

@WhiskeySandwich I don't ride, but I'm long. I don't have to size up up up to get properly fitting sleeves. Much appreciated perk for me.

[neph93]

@Matt not if the baby was in the front pocket though.

[68degreesorless]

Check out ciano farmer if you need big, tough pocket bags. Think he uses 12oz duck.

[wjw]

Ever consider a sleeve shortening service in house? Kind of like the hemming, but more $ because it is a lot more involved.

[neph93]

@wjw they’d need to hire a professional tailor to do that, or send the shirts to Japan. The guys in Gosport do good work with hemming, darning and patching. However, removing and reattaching the cuff, cutting and creating a new sleeve placket, is seriously skilled work.

[Bridger]

@Matt said in We know you love IH, but where do you think we can improve?:

No one “needs” a Harley, but imagine how badass a kangaroo would be if it had one.

This should be added to the Quotes Worth Quoting thread!

[endo]

@Gavin666 said in We know you love IH, but where do you think we can improve?:

I don’t have time to read everything.

but that's what these threads are mainly for

[John Galt]

Thanks everyone for the insightful comments on the front pocket bag use. This suggestion gained much more interesting commentary traction than I imagined or intended.