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Eco-Friendly Birthday Gift for Ryan’s Big 40th Birthday from Nixon, a Socal Local Brand
It has been two and half years since Ryan and I officially became Californian. One of our biggest reasons to move in San Diego is that we love ocean, we want to live somewhere close enough to enjoy the beautiful blue world more often. Ryan loves swimming, fishing, sea kayaking and sometimes surfing as well. And me, I grew up in a seaside city, I love ocean, it makes me feel like hometown. This May is Ryan’s 40th Birthday, it’s a big thing! We might plan a travel if the pandemic goes better and we feel safe enough to travel. But a nice birthday gift is still so important. I want to find something local, something sustainable, something he will love for sure.
Here comes to Nixon’s Light-Wave watch, which is the first solar-powered watch made from #tide ocean plastics. Powered by the sun, its unique construction keeps harmful plastics out of the world’s oceans. This dovetails with the introduction of digital non-solar powered surf and tide watches, and a full line of bags also made from ocean plastics.
Let’s take care of the ocean as much as it takes care of us—one right choice at a time.
Innovation doesn’t stop with features or design. Nixon’s sustainable watches push the envelope with their materials, too. Eco-friendly watches use alternative sources for the raw materials that make up the case, band, movement, or all of the above. For example, as part of the H2O Yeah! program, Nixon’s surf watches use REPREVE® Our Ocean™ recycled plastics. This material takes plastic that would otherwise wind up in the ocean and repurposes it into high-performance watch cases and bands. But they don’t stop there. Whenever possible, they use recycled polyethylene terephthalate (RPET), which generally comes from discarded, single-use plastic bottles. As a significant source of pollution, Nixon is proud to do their part to remove this plastic from landfills or waterways and give it new life in their watch line. The commitment to sustainable watches, clothing, and accessories is something they’re insanely proud of. Rest assured, Nixon is always looking for new ways to be more friendly to the environment. Nixon’s goal is to get waste out of the ocean and more people into it.
Staple Surf & Tide Watch
Set it and forget it. I chose The Staple for Ryan, who always has too many things to take care of. A nice timekeeper is perfect for him. Featuring an ultra-slim profile and a cushy new rubber-blend band, the Staple ticks the boxes of style, function and comfort. Customizable display layout allows you to display any two functions simultaneously, personalizing your piece to your needs at the touch of a button.Packed with endless features, the Staple is Nixon’s ultimate “one-and-done,” time piece. With custom display layouts allowing you to display any two functions simultaneously, all you have to do is pick what’s most important to you. Time of day, chronograph, timer, alarm and date (with an auto calendar through 2099) all leave you with endless options to tee up your Staple exactly to your liking. Left with a tough decision? Squeeze the top buttons and let the new coin flip feature decide for you.
Nixon The Staple is the new “one-and-done” is done with one-use plastics. Now made with #tide recycled ocean plastics, the Staple looks as stylish as ever — but with an eco-friendly mission. Its razor-thin profile, customizable display, and plush rubber-blend band make it easy to wear, while the chic and modern design makes it easy on the eyes. Thanks to the rad new coin flip feature, the Staple makes important decisions simple. Whether it’s what’s for dinner or your next adventure, the Staple knows which road to take. 
Product Features
- Design
Sustainable materials and low-profile performance drive the Staple’s design cues. A pair of perfectly broken-in skate shoes is an excellent analog to this watch’s all-day comfort and reliability.
- Custom Display
Customizable display layout allows you to view any two functions simultaneously. Functions include: Time of day, day/date with auto calendar through 2099, chronograph with 1/100 second resolution, timer, and alarm.
- Movement
Custom digital LCD module with dual independent mode loops. Functions include time of day, day/date with auto calendar through 2099, chronograph with 1/100 second resolution, timer, alarm, and EL backlight. Display layout allows for any two functions to be displayed simultaneously.
- Water Rating
- 100 Meter/10ATM
- Special Feature
Thanks to the rad new coin flip feature, The Staple makes important decisions simple. Whether it’s what’s for dinner or your next adventure The Staple knows which road to take.
Ransack Backpack
Take It All. The Ransack is a substantial capacity travel pack designed to keep your stuff—skateboard, laptop, water bottle, etc.—organized. When you’re not planning on offloading much gear, this is the bag to have on your back.
Product Features
- Design
Utilitarian without feeling overdesigned, the Ransack is an ideal travel companion. Comfort and convenience reign supreme, with every feature there to make your trip easier.
- Storage
External skate straps and water bottle holder. Laptop (15″) storage with external zipper access. Plus, internal organization pockets keep essentials right where you need them.
- Stay Connected
NFC-enabled chip gives you instant access to what’s new at Nixon.com. Just tap your phone and go.
Recycled Ocean Plastics
Every product makes a difference in Nixon H20Yeah! Bags Collection. Constructed with 600D polyester exterior and 70D polyester interior made from REPREVE® Our Ocean™ and REPREVE® recycled plastics.
Being environmentally conscious in material choices is a high priority for Nixon. Nixon has done extensive research to find the right partners to help them make quality watch bands out of alternative materials. Nixon’s sustainable watch band offering comprises three different materials: pineapple leather, #TIDE recycled plastics, and standard recycled plastics. Pineapple leather is a relatively new material made from cellulose fibers extracted from pineapple leaves, PLA, and resin. This PETA-approved, vegan material can do anything natural leather can do, including making beautiful eco-friendly watch straps.
The second is Nixon’s #TIDE recycled plastic nylon. For this watch band material, they exclusively use plastic waste destined to wind up in the ocean. By partnering with local seaside recycling programs, Nixon can get the material needed to make stylish and durable recycled watch bands while keeping our ocean playground cleaner. Finally, Nixon uses standard RPET (recycled plastic) for other nylon watch straps. While the raw, recycled material comes from a broader range of sources, it still reduces their watch bands’ environmental impact. Nixon’s sustainability efforts don’t stop here, and with your support, they can continue to look for innovative ways to take care of our planet while still making great products.
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Nixon’s Releases World’s First Line Of Technical Watches Using #tide Upcycled Ocean Plastics
Coincides With Launch Of Sustainable Replacement Watch Bands,
And 100% Recycled And Curbside Recyclable Packaging
Nixon, in step with its commitment to minimizing its environmental footprint of its watches, bags, and other accessories, has revamped its most popular Tide and technical watches, creating the first digital watch collection to incorporate the #tide brand of ocean plastic. Based in Basel, Switzerland, #tide ocean material® is one of the leaders in upcycling ocean waste and transforming it into a premium award-winning raw material for new products. Each of the new Nixon #tide watches takes two ocean-bound plastic bottles out of circulation, creating a sustainable timepiece built to last.
In creating its new #tide ocean plastic collection, Nixon has introduced one new tide watch, the High Tide, and upgraded the materials in some of its best-selling technical watches to include #tide in both existing and new colorways. The current Nixon #tide line includes:
– High Tide ($220): Nixon’s first new watch to be released using #tide ocean plastics. A high-definition tide watch with a uniquely customizable display built for long days in the water.
– Staple ($115): A watch that can make those tough decisions for you. Featuring a razor-thin profile and customizable display, the Staple’s digital coin flip feature
– Base Tide Pro ($150): Clear, informative, and comfortable. Nixon stripped away anything that wouldn’t be helpful or functional in the water when creating this ocean-goer favorite.
– Rival ($125): A tide watch that combines environmental consciousness with everyday wearability. The high contrast display and ultra-soft silicone band make it stylish enough for daily wear.
– Siren ($115): The beach meets the street in this tide watch that blends style and substance. The perfect blend of comfort, function, and environmentally friendly style.
#tide Collaboration Is More Than An Environmental One-Off For Nixon
Nixon has always lived in the rare space where style meets function, creating custom-built accessories that reflect its unique take on the world. Nixon’s latest efforts to create a more sustainable line of premium accessories goes well beyond its new #tide collection of watches. Late last year, Nixon revamped its bag line to be the first in the U.S. made from REPREVE® Our Ocean™ ocean plastic fabric. Earlier this year Nixon debuted an array of replacement sustainable watch bands, along with 100% recycled and curbside recyclable packaging throughout the packaging of its entire collection of watches.
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Clean Up The Ocean with Nixon’s Sustainable Watches Made from #tide Ocean Plastics
Nixon’s Light-Wave is the first solar-powered watch made from #tide ocean plastics. Powered by the sun, its unique construction keeps harmful plastics out of the world’s oceans. This dovetails with the introduction of digital non-solar powered surf and tide watches, and a full line of bags also made from ocean plastics.
Nixon’s heritage in surfing and all things ocean has led them to a commitment to minimize our ecological footprint and leave the ocean in a better state than we found it. Nixon is collaborating with #tide to introduce their proprietary recycled ocean plastics in select watch models. Nixon’s goal is to get waste out of the ocean, and more people into it.
#tide’s unique process allows Nixon to repurpose all kinds of ocean plastics into safe, durable materials for their watches. Ocean plastics are shredded, cleaned, and combined with a proprietary formula to restore the original integrity of the plastic. Nixon then process the material at a Swiss lab to achieve structural integrity for our watch cases. There are 550 beaches available to program as your home beach or your surf travel destination. Click HERE for the complete beach list.
Staple Watch
Set It and Forget It. Your new “one-and-done” is done with one-use plastics. Now made with #tide recycled ocean plastics, the Staple looks as stylish as ever — but with an eco-friendly mission. Its razor-thin profile, customizable display, and plush rubber-blend band make it easy to wear, while the chic and modern design makes it easy on the eyes.
- Design
Sustainable materials and low-profile performance drive the Staple’s design cues. A pair of perfectly broken-in skate shoes is an excellent analog to this watch’s all-day comfort and reliability.
- Custom Display
Customizable display layout allows you to view any two functions simultaneously. Functions include: Time of day, day/date with auto calendar through 2099, chronograph with 1/100 second resolution, timer, and alarm.
- Movement
Custom digital LCD module with dual independent mode loops. Functions include time of day, day/date with auto calendar through 2099, chronograph with 1/100 second resolution, timer, alarm, and EL backlight. Display layout allows for any two functions to be displayed simultaneously.
- Water Rating
100 Meter/10ATM
- Special Feature
Thanks to the rad new coin flip feature, The Staple makes important decisions simple. Whether it’s what’s for dinner or your next adventure The Staple knows which road to take.
High Tide Watch
Hi-Def Performance. The future of performance surf watches is bright. Featuring a bright and bold high-res screen that’s customizable to your preferred configuration. Pre-programmed tide makes sure you’re always in the know when it comes to your favorite break.
- Design
Like a high-quality wetsuit, the High Tide design centers around durability and comfort.
- Custom Display
Customizable home screen, including 550 pre-programmed locations with precise tide, sun, & moon data.
- Movement
Custom digital module with front-lit, high-resolution MLCD.
- Water Rating
100 Meter/10ATM
Base Tide Pro Watch
Have Swell, Will Travel.. Make sure the waves you catch are cleaner with the new and improved Base Tide Pro. Now made with #tide recycled ocean plastics, each watch keeps garbage away from the water while keeping you up to date with pre-programmed tide info from 550 beaches from around the globe. It’s water-resistant down to the pushers, and the ventilated, silicone band stays in place thanks to our double Locking Loopers™.
Design
Clear, informative, and comfortable are the three inspirations behind the Base Tide Pro. Anything that wouldn’t be helpful or functional in the water was stripped away, leaving room to pack more useful features and info.
- Durability
Fiber-reinforced polycarbonate case with full water-resistant functionality down to 100 meters means you don’t need to hold back when you’re wearing it
- Special Feature
Pre-programmed tide information for 550 global beaches, including high/low tide time and height, as well as sunrise/sunset. Also features date, chronograph timer, three alarms, backlight, and our patented Locking Looper™. The display can toggle between tide graph and date, depending on your preference.
- Movement
Custom digital module with pre-programmed tide information for 550 beaches around the world. Functions include time of day (12 hour or 24 hour), day/date, sunrise / sunset data, future and past tide, dual time, 3 types of alarms, countdown timer, wave counter, chronograph and an EL backlight.
- Water Rating
100 Meter / 10 ATM
Being environmentally conscious in material choices is a high priority for Nixon. They have done extensive research to find the right partners to help them make quality watch bands out of alternative materials. This sustainable watch band offering comprises three different materials: pineapple leather, #TIDE recycled plastics, and standard recycled plastics. Pineapple leather is a relatively new material made from cellulose fibers extracted from pineapple leaves, PLA, and resin. This PETA-approved, vegan material can do anything natural leather can do, including making beautiful eco-friendly watch straps.
The second is their #TIDE recycled plastic nylon. For this watch band material, they exclusively use plastic waste destined to wind up in the ocean. By partnering with local seaside recycling programs, Nixon can get the material needed to make stylish and durable recycled watch bands while keeping our ocean playground cleaner. Finally, Nixon uses standard RPET (recycled plastic) for other nylon watch straps. While the raw, recycled material comes from a broader range of sources, it still reduces their watch bands’ environmental impact. These sustainability efforts don’t stop here, and with your support, Nixon can continue to look for innovative ways to take care of our planet while still making great products.
