This week we’re back with two chats recorded at Windup Chicago featuring our old friend Mike Pearson (who now works with Zodiac Watches) and Wesley Smith of Standard H (a clothing brand and also an excellent podcast). We chat with both about their start in watches, their outlook on the state of watch enthusiasm, and, of course, a whole lot more.
I've heard Mike Pearson a couple times now, and his personality really does make me wanna try out a Zodiac, didn't realize this was the same person that introduced James and Jason
I 'm between a medium and large and ordered a large, but it wears kinda tight (anyone else?), so I would maybe suggest going up a size. The pin also damaged both my stickers a little. But alas my kerchiefs are okay. Maybe I'll take them on an adventure so I can lose enough weight to wear the shirt. HAHA
While I haven't handled the Standard H stuff I will say I own a merino T that's more than $75 and it's worth every penny, you'd be amazed how material, fit, and finish translates outside of the world of watches just as easily, anything more than a $25 casio is the definition of stupid, etc. To each their own
Great episode! Mike definitely seems like the kind of guy you'd want to have a few beers with at the local pub. Wesley also seems like a stellar guy. I was checking out the standard-h site (I hope get gets the hydrogen bastards) and one thing that I don't think was mentioned during the show was his travel page. He has a TON of travel information for both domestic and international locations. I'm heading to Hawaii at the end of the year and I plan on hitting up many of the locations he mentioned on the site.
I've heard Mike Pearson a couple times now, and his personality really does make me wanna try out a Zodiac, didn't realize this was the same person that introduced James and Jason
Sounds like all the chats from Windup were an awesome time! Enjoy the summer break guys 🏝
I 'm between a medium and large and ordered a large, but it wears kinda tight (anyone else?), so I would maybe suggest going up a size. The pin also damaged both my stickers a little. But alas my kerchiefs are okay. Maybe I'll take them on an adventure so I can lose enough weight to wear the shirt. HAHA
It was nice to hear Mike again. I met him when he first came to Mpls while he was with Bremont. I had no idea that he had moved back to the States.
I still want one of those "watermelon" Zodiac Super Sea Wolf Compressions (ZO9269). I love that colorway.
Aww man! 2 weeks off? Looks like I’m gonna replay some old episodes to get my fix.
A $75 t-shirt is the definition of stupid.
bill
While I haven't handled the Standard H stuff I will say I own a merino T that's more than $75 and it's worth every penny, you'd be amazed how material, fit, and finish translates outside of the world of watches just as easily, anything more than a $25 casio is the definition of stupid, etc. To each their own
Well maybe if it is woven from maiden hair.
https://kabanzas.com/rolex-watch-i-wristwatch-watches-t-shirt/?sku=22-113-37921443-252&gclid=Cj0KCQjworiXBhDJARIsAMuzAuwp8DuYDc8yzbeV4nKme7wJXXZhnsYwX2qcXHcj6Xvu39Fdij2fUDMaAoOBEALw_wcB
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Great episode! Mike definitely seems like the kind of guy you'd want to have a few beers with at the local pub. Wesley also seems like a stellar guy. I was checking out the standard-h site (I hope get gets the hydrogen bastards) and one thing that I don't think was mentioned during the show was his travel page. He has a TON of travel information for both domestic and international locations. I'm heading to Hawaii at the end of the year and I plan on hitting up many of the locations he mentioned on the site.
didn't know about the travel info on his site, thanks!
Another great episode!
Gents,
Another brilliant episode.
I hope Mike Pearson takes a Zodiac road show to the Southwest. His enthusiasm is infectious.
While I don’t have any of Wesley’s kit, his Standard H podcast is on my “must listen” list.
Thanks again for making my Thursday workout feed my mind as well as my body.
JR
old warrior/new novelist