For just about as long as Americans have been commuting, Levi's has been along for the journey. Today, the iconic San Francisco label continues to provide the standard uniform for commuters, with the new bicycle-specific line standing as a testament to the brand's lasting appeal. The Commuter 504 5-Pocket Pants are the latest addition to the collection, blending the regular straight cut of the classic 504s with a host of commuter-friendly details. These aren't some run-of-the-mill, one-off attempt at appeasing a subculture. Instead, Levi's worked closely with cyclists in multiple cities around America, distributing prototypes and accepting feedback. And, as a result of developing the pants in accordance to critique, Levi's effectively dialed in the fit, accoutrements, and finishes to what cyclists are actually asking for. Accordingly, Levi's adapted its regular fit 504 to satisfy the needs of cyclists, and that starts with sensible fabrics. Denim isn't known for its outstanding technical properties, but with the addition of a water-resistant and dirt-repellent NanoSphere protective finish, sweat will evaporate faster than you're used to, and the denim will shrug off most precip to boot. It's for this very reason that Levi's also incorporated an odor-resistant Sanitized finish to the pants, too. Levi's also made these pants perfect for trips where your bag is staying at home by installing a U-lock holster along the rear of the waistband. This way, you're not ramming your lock down your pants or wearing out your belt. Logging hours in the saddle will quickly thrash the vast majority of jeans, which is why Levi's added a double-layered seat panel and beefed it up with a gusset that resists tearing and saddle abrasion. In terms of fit, the 504 ranks as a regular fit, so they're baggier than the slimmer fitting 510 or 511. They sit slightly below the waist and feature a straight leg. However, for the sake of coverage while in the saddle, these 504s have been cut h...
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