In “hyper-expensive-how-could-anyone-afford-this” watch news, there’s a new record for Patek Philippe’s Ref .2499 perpetual calendar chronograph pricing. Sold by Sotheby’s Hong Kong as part of a 38-piece Patek Philippe watch collection (held by someone known as “The Nevadian Collector“) the headline-making sale involved a pink gold 2nd Series Ref. 2499 from 1957, auctioning for just over $60M HKD (or about $7.7M USD). This sale beat out the last record for the most expensive Ref. 2499 — a yellow gold Asprey-signed Ref. 2499 — which sold at in 2018 Sotheby’s in Geneva for CHF 3.915M (or just over $4M USD).
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1MORE release EVO Buds, ANC earbuds that rival wireless headphones.
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Coming off the back of its CES award-winning True Wireless ANC earbuds 1MORE reveals its EVO Buds. Incorporating 1MORE’s signature dual driver build, features QuietMax adaptive ANC (up to 42dB of total noise cancellation), a frequency response range from 20Hz to 40kHz and LDAC codec support (so music is hi-res even over Bluetooth streaming). The EVO Buds are available on May 10, but take a closer look down below.
If the techy-sounding “Alt_Road” is any indication, MAAP’s new collection is built to handle a variety of terrain thanks to intelligently design pieces made with techy materials. Using fabrics like MAAP’s proprietary NATURALMATCH merino wool or Polartec Alpha in the Road Jersey and Thermal Jacket (respectively) the collection is designed to integrate into any ride and perform to its peak on any ride.
Who says it has to be Earth Day to shop eco-friendly footwear?
Adidas
The adidas Stan Smith is an icon — you don’t need us to tell you. We do however, want to bring your attention to adidas’ new Stan Smith with Parley; The Three Stripes and Parley have been partnering for years now, recycling ocean plastic and waste to reimagine how adidas sneakers can be made. With an upper made from 50 percent recycled materials, and a timeless style that works long after Earth Day is over, it’s hard to imagine not opting for this iteration when shopping for a new pair of Stan Smiths.
Marmot and Pendleton tap a shared American outdooring legacy in new collab.
Marmot
Two icons in the American outdooring world — Marmot and Pendleton — have collaborated on a collection that’s built to celebrate life off the beaten path. Using Pendleton’s classic “Yosemite” color pattern (a nod to Marmot’s own Californian roots), the collection consists of a Tungsten 2-Person Tent, a down quilt, two different Camp Hauler bags, a hat and bandana.
Take Teppanyaki-style grilling on the go with Snow Peak’s new drop.
Snow Peak
Teppanyaki-style cooking centers around the flat iron plate (“teppan” means “iron plate” in Japanese), which is used to make a variety of grilled dishes — including eggs, vegetables or noddles. If you’re familiar with Snow Peak, it’s not just that the brand likes to provide gear to help people get outside, it’s also focused on how to people can make memories and enjoy life together outdoors. This portable modular stove — which comes with its own burner — is designed to bring Teppanyaki-style cooking to the campsite (or just the backyard).
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