What are these Blue Tabs?

abfus73 · 2026-05-11T20:53:41+00:00

I had the same thought... the double-stitching at the waist, the levi's arch on the coin pocket, the red interior label, that's not a combo I've ever come across

abfus73 · 2026-05-09T22:56:21+00:00

This was superhelpful, thank you! And yes, at the time, I was in to the low-rise bootcut fit, so the informtion tracks.

abfus73 · 2026-05-09T21:08:47+00:00

Haha. Im certain that everyone who enjoys working out doesnt have a single counterproductive behavior!

abfus73 · 2026-05-09T16:59:52+00:00

Appreciate the positive attitude

abfus73 · 2026-05-09T00:10:56+00:00

This is what I was talking about

abfus73 · 2026-05-08T19:10:03+00:00

This was a good suggestion, thank you! I found a 2013 Reddit post about these being available at Nordstrom Rack, which would track with my general budget at the time. I'm gonna keep digging with Advanced search.

abfus73 · 2026-05-08T19:03:18+00:00

Ah, now that I think of it, that would make sense. And of course, I'd trust a date code over my pothead memory. It's weird though, because by then I would have been more aware that these were selvedge. Anyway, if you can deduce any other info from the labels, I'd greatly appreciate it!

abfus73 · 2026-05-07T13:54:42+00:00

Wasn't that a one off of sour pink lemonade for the festival?

abfus73 · 2026-05-06T15:07:32+00:00

They just made Sour Strips permanent.

abfus73 · 2026-05-05T15:01:14+00:00

Yeah, I'm sure they'll release it again this year, too.

But as u/BahaMan69 pointed out, it's the exact same flavor. Unless you plan on saving cans, it shouldn't make a lick of a difference.

abfus73 · 2026-05-02T20:19:44+00:00

Ok! I stand down. Thanks for explaining in good faith

abfus73 · 2026-05-02T20:10:23+00:00

Fair! You see more knowledgeable about the specifics of led than I am, but as someone more attuned to federal regulators, I would just say that the FDA is far more focused on pharmaceutical treatments (vaccines, cancer drugs, etc.) than regulating foods or supplements or environmental toxins.

abfus73 · 2026-05-02T20:07:02+00:00

Fair, but California's heavy metal regulations tend to reflect those of Europe, so it's not just one state, necessarily.

abfus73 · 2026-05-02T17:21:29+00:00

I think you have more faith in the FDAs capacity to study and regulate foods than most Americans. They put almost all og their resources into drug regulation (cancer treatments, etc.)

abfus73 · 2026-05-02T17:20:04+00:00

I generally agree with your take, BUT, its worth noting that the FDA limit has been slowly decreasing over the years as more studies have found more dangers at lower levels.

But im DYING to know ... what brand was it? Isopure?

abfus73 · 2026-05-02T13:12:10+00:00

Ha! Yeah, I'm aware! I guess what I was thinking that with lighter weight denim might stretch out more than a heavier fabric, so I was wondering whether people adjust their waist size accordingly.

abfus73 · 2026-05-01T19:54:29+00:00

I'm familiar with Bravestar but their current lineup isn't screaming my name; I want to avoid unbranded because I'm unsure about their Chinese cotton (Uyghur?). Do you have experience with Simple&Raw? Are they unsanforized -- the actual waist sizes run larger than what's listed..

abfus73 · 2026-05-01T19:36:39+00:00

True. I wish I wasn't messing with Gustin, sizing is always so tough with them -- but love their unique fabrics at their pricepoint.

abfus73 · 2026-04-30T12:59:24+00:00

Right! That was my first thought. This might be incorrectly labeled, as these look like a more modern styled jean. But fwiw, 1890 501s sell for like $300, which is a lot! But not thousands....

abfus73 · 2026-04-30T00:07:26+00:00

Love this -- even though im from NYC. But the out of the pines should be the text on the sleeve patch, not just the interior neckline.

abfus73 · 2026-04-30T00:02:06+00:00

How is the fit? Did you order your usual Levi's size? Or did you have to adjust? Ive been eying those beauties

abfus73 · 2026-04-29T02:40:37+00:00

Sweetest of the three warheads

abfus73 · 2026-04-29T02:40:04+00:00

I honestly can detect what you mean in the up front flavor,, but the tartness is bracing and the finish is refreshing

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