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Here we go! Glad to finally be kicking this thing off with you all and hoping the world is in a better state by the time the contest ends!

Hey folks, #90 here. Went with 33ow after deliberating on sizing for a good long while. I’m generally a 32 in most brands, depending on cut, but my 50s are a 33 and fit well, so Ryo recommended I take the same size. Chart measurements would have been about perfect and like most, I was nervous they’d be unwearable after seeing pairs coming in so undersized. Turns out I’m relatively pleased with the fit. They’re definitely slimmer in the top block than I prefer, but the waist actually measures larger than my 50s did, and with the expected stretch, should be fine. Losing a bit of the weight I’ve accumulated from inactivity over the last several months due to Covid and the birth of my daughter wouldn’t hurt either. Denim & details are terrific, and I’m pretty stoked on my pocket bag combo (L: polka dot, R: mottled brown denim), though the mottled bag looks likely to tear at the crease at some point. Measurements for those interested (Actual vs Chart): Waist - 80.6 cm vs 83.5 cm (-2.9 cm) Thigh - 30.9 cm vs 32.3 cm (-1.4 cm) Rise - 33.9 cm vs 32.5 cm (+1.4 cm???) Really bummed for those that received a pair that doesn’t work for them and I’m a little shocked that they messed up production so bad without acknowledging it (that I saw, at least). That said, looking forward to kicking things off on Tuesday with they rest of you!

Hey y’all, another longtime lurker jumping in to join the contest! Representing Portland, Or USA in a 32/32 Raw