Quilt Lined Racing Jacket - Brown/Bone/Gold
- Made in USA
- machine washable
- waterproof
- insulated
The 3-second version
- Quilted liner provides insulation without restricting movement
- SurfNyl shell resists water and stands up to daily wear
- Fleece-lined sleeves allow full range of motion
- Classic fit runs true; size up for layering room
- Iron or hang dry only—no tumble drying
- Moderate insulation suited to cool, not cold, weather
Why it's on GiftsFeed
Quilt Lined Racing Jacket - Brown/Bone/Gold
Most quilted jackets either look too technical or sacrifice warmth for style. This one draws from a specific moment in California design—when surfers and hot rodders shared a visual language—and builds that aesthetic around practical insulation. The SurfNyl shell is tougher than standard nylon, the fleece sleeve lining keeps your arms from binding, and the Talon zipper is engineered to last years instead of seasons. It's for anyone who wants a jacket that references the past without feeling like a costume, and who values construction that justifies keeping something a long time.
Good gift when
- Anyone who wants a jacket that works for mild winter weather without bulk
- People drawn to surf and hot rod aesthetics from the 1960s
- Those who prefer American-made outerwear built to last
- Buyers looking for insulation that doesn't add stiffness
Skip it if If you need something for deep winter or plan to wear heavy layers underneath, the classic fit may feel snug and the insulation level is better suited to cool autumn days and mild winter weather.
Specs
- Shell Fabric
- SurfNyl with water-resistant coating
- Lining
- Quilted insulated body liner, fleece sleeves
- Zipper
- Two-way Talon anti-snag zipper
- Construction
- Double-stitched with high-strength nylon thread
- Made In
- Hand-cut and sewn in Southern California, USA
- Collar
- Band collar
- Pockets
- Hip pockets at side seam, sleeve pocket
- Care
- Machine wash cold, no bleach, iron or hang dry only
- Sizes
- S, M, L, XL, XXL
What's included
- Quilt Lined Racing Jacket in Brown/Bone/Gold
If you're giving it
- You'll need their size
Sizing required; classic fit runs true, size up for layering room.
The maker
Birdwell Beach Britches started making surf trunks in Southern California in 1961, and the company has been hand-cutting and sewing its products in the same region ever since. The racing jacket design comes from the overlap between surf culture and hot rod enthusiasts during the 1960s, when both groups favored clean lines, bold stripes, and functional durability. This version updates that aesthetic with modern insulation and a zipper from Talon, the company that introduced the slide-fastener zipper in the 1890s and has remained a standard for quality hardware. Every jacket is still made by hand in California using double-stitched seams and the same SurfNyl fabric Birdwell developed for surf wear decades ago.
The details
This racing jacket borrows its look from 1960s surf culture and hot rod garages, then adds quilted insulation to make it work when temperatures drop. The outer shell uses Birdwell's proprietary SurfNyl fabric—a durable nylon treated with a water-resistant finish—while the quilted liner traps warmth without bulk. Fleece lines the sleeves so you can move your arms freely whether you're reaching overhead or steering.
The two-way zipper is made by Talon, the company that introduced the modern zipper a century ago, and it's designed to resist snagging. Racing stripes run across the chest, and a band collar keeps the neckline clean. Hip pockets are set into the side seams so they don't interrupt the silhouette, and a signature Birdwell pocket sits on the sleeve.
Every jacket is hand-cut and sewn in Southern California using double-stitched seams and high-strength nylon thread. The classic fit follows your frame without extra room; if you prefer more space to layer underneath, go up one size. A woven Birdwell label marks the back left hem.
Retro surf-and-hot-rod style with quilted insulation and American-made SurfNyl construction
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Questions
- How warm is the quilted lining in this jacket?
- The quilted insulation is designed for cool autumn days and mild winter weather rather than deep cold. It provides warmth without bulk, making it suitable for temperatures where you need more than a windbreaker but less than a heavy winter coat. The fleece-lined sleeves add comfort without restricting movement.
- What is SurfNyl and how does it compare to regular nylon?
- SurfNyl is Birdwell's proprietary nylon fabric originally developed for surf wear. It's a strong nylon treated with an eco-friendly water-resistant coating, making it more durable and weather-resistant than standard nylon. The material is designed to withstand daily wear and resist water without feeling stiff.
- Does this jacket fit true to size?
- Yes, this is a classic fit that follows your frame without extra room. If you want space to layer heavier sweaters or hoodies underneath, or if you prefer a looser fit, Birdwell recommends ordering one size up.
- Can I put this jacket in the dryer?
- No, you should not tumble dry this jacket. After machine washing in cold water, either iron it or hang it to dry. Avoid bleach as well to preserve the fabric and water-resistant coating.
- What does the two-way zipper do?
- A two-way zipper can be opened from either the bottom or the top, giving you more ventilation options and making it easier to sit comfortably while wearing the jacket zipped up. The Talon zipper used here is also designed to resist snagging on the fabric.
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