The Hidden Power of Tailoring in Technical Gear

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Ripstop on the Record
The Hidden Power of Tailoring in Technical Gear
Jan 28, 2026 Season 1 Episode 140

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Traditional tailoring might seem worlds away from technical gear—but the principles are the same. In this episode, Alasdair Leighton-Crawford of Cimoro shares how skills learned on Savile Row translate directly into better-fitting apparel, smarter pack design, and more intentional making.

We talk about:

  • Why tailoring is one of the fastest ways to truly understand fit
  • How athletic thinking and craft obsession shape better gear
  • What most makers overlook when designing packs and apparel
  • Balancing bespoke work, scalability, and running a small business
  • Why making by hand still matters in an age of automation and AI

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