The Crank & Stroker Origin Story

Where the Ride Really Began

Back in 2007, the industry was shifting. The apparel world was slowing down. Orders were drying up. And we could feel it in our bones — something big was coming. It wasn’t fear. It was experience. We’d seen this kind of quiet before.
Then came the crash — the Great Recession.

When the bottom falls out, you’ve got two choices:
Bail… or build.
We chose to build.

Not from scratch — from skill. We took everything we knew from years in high-quality garment manufacturing and pointed it at something with real meaning: motorcycles.
Real ones. Greasy ones. Loud, fast, honest machines.

If nothing else, we figured we’d be around bikes, building gear for people like us — riders who were overlooked, undervalued, and too damn stubborn to quit.

But first, we needed a name.

Not some cliché knockoff of “tough guy” branding.
Not another tired leatherwear label aimed at midlife crises.

We needed something the real ones would get — the guys who actually turn wrenches. The ones with busted knuckles and stories in their scars. The ones who’d hear it and just nod.

And yeah — it had to have some humor too.
Because if you’ve spent time on a shop floor, you know the laughs are as real as the work.

So Crank & Stroker was born.

A nod to raw power — all motor, all attitude.
And for those with a dirty mind and a wrench in hand… yeah, the name hits twice.

The logo? Took a week. Three hours a night.
No fonts — just a brutal hybrid of two, cut and carved by hand.
And that star? That’s a compass.

Because if you don’t know where you’re headed — you’re already lost.

Crank & Stroker wasn’t built to impress.
It was built to connect.

Never meant for the masses.
Meant for the men who build with their own two hands.

👉 See what we’ve built since that garage — shop the full collection

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The best of the vest

Hands down the best vest I’ve owned. This vest will be sun bleached white just like your bones before this vest begins to fray.

Travis Bickle
PREACHER MEN'S DENIM VEST
PREACHER MEN'S DENIM VEST
Nice t-shirt

Good quality material, nice graphics.

Laura Gillespie
Joker Black T-Shirt
Joker Black T-Shirt
Big Red Heavy Weight Flannel Shirt

"Explore high-quality workwear at Addos Store, where durability and comfort come together. From protective clothing to custom-branded uniforms, we offer a wide range of apparel to suit professionals in various industries. Shop now and elevate your workday with reliable, stylish gear designed for performance."

sarah
Big Red Heavy Moto Flannel
Big Red Heavy Moto Flannel
"Absolutely the best flannel shirt on the market!"

"Whether you're a biker or not, the flannel shirts on sale here are the perfect riding buddy as well as the most splendidly tailored shirts on the market. Recommend highly. Have bought all available and one extra as a gift!"

Doug Schema
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"🤘🏻"

Seth McIntosh 280
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I cancelled the order there was no date of “in stock “ it was more then 6months out.

George
Breakout Leather Vest
Breakout Leather Vest
"Order"

"Amazing company thank you will be sending more guys to get vests"

Arvard Brown
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Woods Heavy Weight Flannel Shirt

"It's a great flannel shirt, my only complaint is
I wish it were longer at the bottom ....
If given the chance I would buy this same shirt again
Same exact color ."

daniel spell
Woods Heavy Moto Flannel
Woods Heavy Moto Flannel
"Great products and company"

"These shirts are awesome. Warm heavyweight and comfortable. Fits like a glove. Great product and customer service. You won't find any better shirts for the price and value. Highly recommend 👌"

Karl Dawson
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"Bought 3 shirts looking forward to them"

"Looking forward to my 3 shirts"

Karl Dawson
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"Quality Product"

"Quality at a reasonable price. You get what you paid for, I have no complaints. Fits perfectly and looks amazing. Im glad with my purchase. I definitely recommend you owning on of these Dugout Perforated Leather Jersey. Would make a great gift for that special someone in your life.



Thank you Crank & Stroker"

misael ortiz
Dugout Perforated Leather Jersey
Dugout Perforated Leather Jersey
"The billy club"

"The billy club is awesome. The suede is perfect. And it’s a little heavier than the other c&s vest I have. I went a size down for a fitted look. Couldn’t be happier."

Alex
Billy Club Sueded Leather Vest
Billy Club Sueded Leather Vest
"Sensational"

"I had a few questions as it seems that my measurements were "in between" sizing and received the most helpful and honest feedback directly from Andy (Owner)... Ordered a leather vest (looking forward to receipt) and bookmarked the website for future purchases!"

Greg Tkach
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"Great quality and service"

"Awesome material and design put into Crank & Stroker products."

Britton Leever
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"A seller"

"Awesome shop"

Wolfgang Johansson
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