Crank & Stroker: The Real Story Behind the Brand

The Road Back: A Founder’s Story

Crank & Stroker Supply Co. wasn’t born in a boardroom. It wasn’t funded by influencers or backed by investors. It was built by hand — and later rebuilt from scratch by the guy who started it all.

We launched in 2007 with a single gritty ad in The Horse Backstreet Choppers — a mag only the real ones knew. No fluff. No flash. Just gear that worked. The response was immediate. Club guys, road dogs, garage builders — they got it.

That’s because we were first.

Before Crank & Stroker, biker gear was novelty. Costume stuff. Cheap leather, bad cuts, loud branding. I came from the garment world — and I brought that experience to the street. Full-grain hides. Clean lines. No junk. I didn’t jump on a trend — I built the lane everyone’s been riding in since.

The vests you see now? The names, the fit, the attitude? That didn’t exist until we made it real. And yeah — I watched others take it. They didn’t evolve it. They copied it. That’s not bitterness. That’s just history.

But while the brand was taking off, I wasn’t. Life got heavy. I lost time, money, momentum. The shop went dark.

And still, some of our earliest customers reached out. Not for orders. To ask if I was still around.

That brotherhood reminded me who I built this for. And why I had to bring it back.

So I did. No outside help. No marketing agency. Just hard resets and harder lessons.

Crank & Stroker came back sharper.

Every piece we make carries part of that road. Some garment names are personal. Some are markers of the struggle. That’s not branding. That’s truth in the thread.

We don’t name things to sound cool.
We name them to remember.

Crank & Stroker isn’t about nostalgia. It’s about refusal — refusal to stay quiet, to follow trends, or to let others rewrite your story.

If you’re riding through something, building something, or coming back from something — this gear is for you.

Because I’m still here.
And I’m not done.

— Andrew Calogero
Founder, Crank & Stroker Supply Co.

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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 Weight Flannel Shirt
Big Red Heavy Weight Flannel Shirt
"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 Weight Flannel Shirt
Woods Heavy Weight Flannel Shirt
"It's a great 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 Weight Flannel Shirt
Woods Heavy Weight Flannel Shirt
"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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