With the V.PT. TEE 26-01, WEST RIDE presents an exceptional graphic T-shirt that combines classic American motorcycle culture with Japanese perfection. The striking artwork features the fictional motorcycle club "WESTRIDE FREE WHEELIN'," which was created as an homage to the motorcycle culture of the American occupation era in Japan. The powerful motif embodies freedom, adventure, and the unmistakable spirit of the early biker and hot rod scene.

The shirt is made from high-quality 100% cotton, which is slowly knitted on traditional circular knitting machines (loopwheel) from #16 Single Yarn. This elaborate manufacturing process creates a seamless tubular body with an exceptionally soft feel and an authentic vintage texture.

Characteristic of WEST RIDE's Vintage Body Series are the subtle horizontal shadings in the fabric. These are created by traditional spinning techniques that process cotton fibers of varying thicknesses together. This natural fabric pattern is reminiscent of original vintage T-shirts from the 1940s and 1950s, making each shirt a true one-of-a-kind.

WEST RIDE also relies uncompromisingly on historical manufacturing techniques for its processing. The sleeve and hem finishes are executed with classic single-stitch seams, while the heavily used neckline is reinforced with a robust triple-binder construction. Additional shoulder reinforcements ensure that the shirt retains its shape even after many years.

The color Vintage Black emphasizes the authentic heritage look and is reminiscent of perfectly aged original shirts from the golden years of American motorcycle and workwear culture.

Like all WEST RIDE products, this model is also made entirely in Japan and convinces with uncompromising material quality, exceptional workmanship, and the highest attention to detail.

Details

• Original WEST RIDE V.PT. TEE 26-01
• Color: Vintage Black
• Exclusive "WESTRIDE FREE WHEELIN'" front print
• Vintage Body Series
• 100% cotton
• Traditional Loopwheel Tubular Knit
• #16 Single Yarn Jersey
• No side seams
• Authentic horizontal vintage texture
• Classic Single-Stitch Hems
• Triple reinforced collar (Triple Binder)
• Especially durable construction
• Pleasantly soft feel
• Unwashed
• Made in Japan

Fit

The V.PT. TEE 26-01 has a classic regular fit with a slightly relaxed silhouette. Due to the seamless tubular body, the shirt is particularly comfortable to wear and develops the typical character of high-quality loopwheel shirts with increasing wear.

As the shirt is delivered unwashed, slight natural shrinkage may occur after the first wash. If you are between two sizes or prefer a slightly looser fit, you should consider this when choosing your size.

Styling Tip

The Vintage Black harmonizes perfectly with raw denim, selvedge jeans, chinos, or classic military pants. The shirt looks particularly authentic under a denim jacket, leather jacket, or a classic work jacket. A timeless essential for fans of heritage fashion, vintage motorcycle culture, and American workwear.

Care Instructions

• Machine wash at 30 °C
• Wash inside out
• Do not tumble dry
• Wash with similar colors
• Do not iron print directly
• Due to the unwashed fabric, slight shrinkage may occur after the first wash.