Cycling Jacket
All purpose outer layer for the everyday cyclist
Individual Project
RISD Wintersession 2019
Ripstop Nylon, High Tech Fabric, Waterproof Zippers
This jacket is an all-purpose cycling accessory that brings comfort, style, and protection to daily commutes, weekend tours, and any other ride. With wind and waterproof fabric and zippers, this outer layer keeps a rider warm and dry no matter the weather. It’s light enough to wear almost any day of the year and fits perfectly under a thicker coat for colder days.
This jacket was developed to provide an excellent experience no matter the use. Normal jackets pinch and pull when worn in a riding position, while cycling jackets are fitted to only be worn on a bike - either coat style limits the wearer’s flexibility and comfort when used as a multi-function jacket. This jacket is designed to solve these issues. The direction of stretch of the fabric is aligned to give in the right places and there is just enough extra room built in that it provides a comfortable and natural look both on and off the bike.
Research
Material Explorations
Interior seam experiments for ripstop nylon lining quilted to batting.
Finished edge seam experiments for final material composition.
Experimental design for expandable elbow patches.
Production Process
Pattern pinned together for initial fit and alignment testing.
Lining and batting assembled. Inside out in this photo to better assess the final product.
Final jacket completed and worn to test fit and function.
