Ian is warm and happy in Iceland and we don’t mean the supermarket. Roadrunner wax cotton jacket and GVNR jeans standing up to northern exposure.
Roadrunner Jacket100% Cotton Dry Wax / 12 OZ
British-made to last using the best materials. Heavy 12oz waxed cotton outer. Boxy sizing and belt adjustable for under layer options and different body shapes. Packed with features and purpose to make this piece last a lifetime. Designed by Amelia on our Calderdale cutting table. Made to our pattern and spec in Wolverhampton.
£325.00
Chunky feeling proper fabric and solid brass fasteners. This is not high-street-flimsy!
Softens up and wears in quickly to develop a very characterful appearance like those great vintage jackets.
The Roadrunner is our version of the classic waxed motorcycling jacket, a style that has transcended its ride origins to become a wear anywhere look good classic.
Designed to rival the old jackets your dad had, or the ones found in quality vintage shops – all revered for their make quality and proven durability.
We’ve taken the same approach to design and make as they did years ago. No short cuts, everything considered, tried and tested. Ed has motorcycled all over Europe in his, worn over a leather jacket.
Keep scrolling to see all the features and the full Roadrunner story.
Riders. The Roadrunner Jacket is styled like a vintage motorcycling jacket. It not intended to be worn as PPE. Ride at your own risk. DBAD.
It's in the details
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Outer and lining by Halley Stevensons
P270 EverWax Desert dry wax outer (100% BCI cotton) and a subtle tartan P156 wax barrier anti-pil lining. -
Four outside pockets
1 x pleated chest pocket, 1 x “D” chest pocket, 2 x “flat until filled” darted lower pockets with rain baffle closure. -
Two inside chest pockets.
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Double storm flap
with zip guard and solid brass press studs made in Germany by Berning. -
Corduroy lined stand collar
100% cotton from Brisbane Moss (8 wale, 14oz). -
Double layer front yoke
which overlays the seam beneath to minimise water penetration. -
Chunky metal YKK zip.
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Removable waist belt
with brass buckle from Abbey England and brass eyelets. -
Buckle adjustable collar
with brass buckle from Abbey England and brass eyelets. -
Elbow and sleeve patches
for added durability. -
Vented adjustable cuff
with ‘V’ insert and press stud. -
Box pleat back
for easy movement, accomodates under layers / tummies! -
Hanger loop in neck.
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100% cotton labels
printed in Colne, by Pennine Labels.
Made the right way
What makes the Roadrunner different to other jackets on the market?
Well let’s start by looking back at the 1950s through to the 1970s. Back then, waxed cotton jackets were made from heavier weight cloth than that chosen for most of today’s modern equivalents. They were made with a purpose and that was to protect the wearer from the rain and the cold, often at speed in the open air. That heavier cloth lasts longer and looks better structurally. It can take a beating without dropping to bits and like a great pair of jeans will keep on looking the business the more worn and battered it gets.
This is the bar we set to achieve with the design and make of the Roadrunner Jacket.
Halley Stevensons
Innovators of waxed cotton fabrics since 1864
Dundee-based Halley Stevensons are the world’s leading manufacturer and innovator of high quality waxed cotton fabrics. With over 150 years of experience under their belt they are truly experts in their field.
We share similar values with Halleys; we both love making stuff in Britain, we value quality and both of us are striving to improve sustainability in the fashion market.
Roadrunner, The Film
Featuring the First Edition Jacket in Green
We teamed up with our mates, filmmaker Tim Royle and pro mountain biker Chris Akrigg to make a short film.
Classic wax cotton jackets. Old motorbikes. Riding through the Yorkshire Dales. Zip up and let’s go.
This is Roadrunner.
Size Guide
In the photos: Ed is 5’8″ / 10.5 stone and wears a size Medium.
Any questions at all please email us and we'll do our best to guide you
| SIZE | S | M | L | XL | 2XL |
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| Pit to Pit (A) | 24.2 | 25.2 | 26.7 | 28.2 | 29.6 |
| Back Length (B) | 28.4 | 28.7 | 29.3 | 29.9 | 30.5 |
| Sleeve Length (C) | 24.6 | 24.8 | 25.1 | 25.4 | 25.7 |
| SIZE | S | M | L | XL | 2XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pit to Pit (A) | 61.5 | 64.0 | 67.8 | 71.5 | 75.3 |
| Back Length (B) | 72.0 | 73.0 | 74.5 | 76.0 | 77.5 |
| Sleeve Length (C) | 62.5 | 63.0 | 63.8 | 64.5 | 65.3 |
Product Care
Do not machine wash. Do not dry clean. Do not iron.
Lay flat and gently brush away any dirt using a soft bristled brush or cloth. Dampen a cloth with cold water and spot clean. Hang to dry.
Reproof to maintain using Halley Stevensons’ EverWax Reproofing Wax.
Reviews
Kevin Riley –
Absolute beast of a jacket feels like it would survive an apocalypse!
Stand out points hardware most modern wax jackets are fiddly to put on biker style ones even more so not the Roadrunner big chunky brass poppers and heavy duty belt that doesn’t rely on a flimsy loop to support it and finally a decent neck strap.
Next stand out the length is perfect it’s slighter longer at the back big plus if you ride motorcycles and I can wear it when I’m in and out of the Land Rover as it’s not so long that it gets in the way.
Finally pockets everywhere capacious strong and in the right places
Adrian Oxley –
Well I waited a bit to get a few wears in different conditions before the review, it passed!!. I have Barbours, Belstaff in the wardrobe, well the Barbour is in the garage because of the smell of dog and damp waxy cotton from years of neglect!! The old stinking Barbour marsh smock I have is somewhat close to the same gauge of waxed fabric to this one, but the more modern ones and the Belstaff are very thin in comparison. This HTC one is head and shoulders above from a design and quality perspective. It has double material patches on high wear areas, robust brass hardware and the fit is absolutely spot on. I haven’t been used to a short boxy fit in the past, the last few HTC garments have been this fit and I now really like it. You feel a bit of a fraud wearing this jacket without first going off on an old trials bike or scrambler and covering it in mud. Alas, I won’t be using it for this, but as a piece of robust, quality outer wear you won’t beat it. Equally at home in the forest walking the dog, chopping wood, or parading it in town on a night out in the pub. The price is very very impressive for the weight, quality and longevity this will bring. Another massive hit for me, I just can’t stop buying this stuff!! Please don’t tempt me with anything else for a few months, the bank balance can’t take much more, well maybe a linen iron shirt soon!! Buy it, wear it, abuse it, enjoy it, you won’t regret it for bloody years to come. A piece to be found in 50 years time in a heritage shop. First class again from the team, and made in Britain what more would you want.
A Welch (verified owner) –
Absolutely fabulous jacket. Have looked at a few other brands but never been impressed enough to buy. But this is the dogs b*ll*cks, as is most of HTC’s stuff. Really top quality, robust, beautiful colour, quality waxed fabric, laced with proper brass all over the place. Can’t wait to wear it. First class job