Vintage Lee Storm Rider denim jacket featuring distinctive Great Lakes Dragway racing-themed artwork on the back. A great piece of vintage American denim with plenty of character and an unusual motorsport connection.
The jacket has a dark blue denim exterior, a tan corduroy collar and a warm, striped blanket lining with horizontal stripes in grey, navy and yellow, extending through the body and sleeves. It features classic Lee Riders metal buttons and the original Lee Storm Rider Union Made in USA neck label.
The back displays a white Great Lakes Dragaway patch, a planet graphic and the remains of two painted white stars, giving the jacket a very cool and distinctive vintage racing look.
A collectible piece for fans of vintage Lee denim, American workwear and drag racing memorabilia.
Details
Brand: Lee
Model: Storm Rider 101-LJ
Origin: Union Made in USA, as marked on the neck label
Era: Early 1970s vintage, exact year unconfirmed
Colour: Dark blue denim with tan corduroy collar and striped blanket lining with horizontal stripes in grey, navy and yellow
Closure: Branded metal Lee Riders buttons
Labels: Storm Rider Lee neck label with ® and Union Made in USA; black and gold Lee pocket label with ® and MR markings
Size: No size label present, but modern equivalent of XL
Measurements: Pit to pit 59 cm, shoulders 51cm, back length 58cm, sleeve length 63cm