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What’s the most breathable denim?

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    neph93
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    Joined: 18 Aug 2014

    I can confirm that the SLB denim is perfect for warmer weather.

    “Some of those that work forces
    Are the same that burn crosses”

    • Virginia Woolf
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      A Former User
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      @Giles that’s a lovely spot.. they call it the golden spot for surfing.. Sakura is on golden shore 😎

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        EdH
        Iron Heart Deity
        Joined: 2 Jan 2022

        I haven't tried the 14oz denim, but I can attest that the 16oz slubby is very breathable indeed, and is lovely and soft.

        Take the dive...

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          mclaincausey
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          Joined: 12 Apr 2013

          By a wide margin slub among the ones I have tried. 21 may actually breathe a bit more that 14 but don’t quite me on that.

          Think it, be it.

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          • ?
            A Former User
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            To chime in on the 14oz department and it’s only my opinion so could be wrong.. but 16oz breaths more, then 21oz and then 14oz but it’s just my first 14oz and i only tried it on for like seconds 🤣

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              Denimminer
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              Joined: 22 Oct 2019
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                Brandrea
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                Joined: 19 Sept 2022

                Totally newbie, so take my comments with a grain of salt.

                I find that the 21oz wears cooler than the 16oz slub (to me).

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                  Walery Smirnoff
                  The Unwoven
                  Joined: 15 May 2023

                  Hi all! For me, the thinner weave, the easier it is in the heat. In the sun, any dark-colored jeans are hot. There is no universal option. In softer and worn out jeans, it will be more comfortable.

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                    yannis
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                    Joined: 26 Aug 2020

                    Any plans for a restock on the 634 SLB?

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                      moto
                      Haraki san Prodigy
                      Joined: 2 Aug 2014

                      This may be obvious, but regardless of denim weight, a looser fitting cut is going to breathe more than a tighter fitting one. I found my 633N 17oz to be the most comfortable in hotter temps compared to my 14 and 21 oz, but a looser fit helps.

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                        goosehd
                        Mod Squad
                        @moto
                        Joined: 8 Apr 2016

                        @moto Completely agree with fit and cut plays into the breathability and comfort levels.

                        Great observation and advice!

                        "I don't give a shit what anyone else is doing, we will do what is best for us and our customers" - Giles P. :)

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                          Brandrea
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                          @moto
                          Joined: 19 Sept 2022

                          @moto said in What’s the most breathable denim?:

                          This may be obvious, but regardless of denim weight, a looser fitting cut is going to breathe more than a tighter fitting one. I found my 633N 17oz to be the most comfortable in hotter temps compared to my 14 and 21 oz, but a looser fit helps.

                          X3, looser the fit the cooler wearing for me as well.

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                            Adam B
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                            Joined: 12 Jan 2022

                            I don’t own a pair of the slub 16oz, but I have a few pairs of 14, 21 and the 17N. I wear the 555 17N, so even though they are pretty snug, they are very wearable in hot weather.

                            I wear the 17N as a cook in a pretty hot kitchen, but on crazy hot days like 30+ days I wear a pair of 12oz wabash a size too big.

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                              indigogera
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                              Joined: 8 Feb 2023

                              I wore the 21oz 777 for year 2 and the 14oz 666ib for year 3 of the indigo invitational. I agree with a lot of the comments on here. The 21 felt breathable but it’s still heavy. The 14oz is not as breathable but it is lighter so it felt good in the same warmer temperatures. If I’m going to be in hot weather I think I would go with my 14oz. With all that being said, my 555 16oz feels really nice in hot weather as well. You’ll probably end up getting a pair in each weight in one or a few of your favorite fits like me. You can’t go wrong

                              last edited by indigogera 6 Mar 2023, 04:23 3 Jun 2023, 04:21 B 1 Reply Last reply 3 Jun 2023, 14:44 Reply Quote 0
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                                BlueBlood
                                Haraki san Prodigy
                                @indigogera
                                Joined: 2 Jan 2022

                                @indigogera I haven’t worn the 14 or 21 oz as long, but my experience is the same: the 14 oz is very slightly cooler in the heat. That said, I live in an area with limited summer humidity and wind, and those factors may play into my experience.

                                Also agreed with those who find the 17 oz surprisingly wearable in the summer.

                                last edited by 3 Jun 2023, 14:44 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                                  moto
                                  Haraki san Prodigy
                                  @goosehd
                                  Joined: 2 Aug 2014

                                  @goosehd thanks @goosehd !

                                  last edited by 4 Jun 2023, 02:31 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
                                  • ?
                                    A Former User
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                                    Between the 14 and 21.. although the 21 might be looser i share the same observations as stated above. Especially in a looser cut the 14oz feels less restricting if that makes any sense haha! So 25 degrees here and my 14oz broken twill will get broken in.. funny sentence 😎🤣

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                                      EB50
                                      Raw and Unwashed
                                      Joined: 18 Feb 2020

                                      My 18 oz vintage 555’s felt more breathable than the 555 SLB.

                                      EB

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