Surfing's Kelly Slater now considers Hawaii his home. But before that, Hawaii was a dream. He grew up surfing in Cocoa Beach, Florida, where the warm waters were perfect for learning. But Hawaii, with its big breaks, is the spiritual home of the sport.
Slater has spent three decades at the top and in that time has won 11 world titles, 56 race wins. His tenure at the top has redefined surfing as a sport. Having recently celebrated its 140th anniversary, Breitling has cemented its position as the watch of choice for adventure sports enthusiasts.
Breitling has had a long association with Slater throughout his professional career. As he begins a new chapter in his post-racing life, Breitling honors his outstanding career.
So he creates the Superocean Heritage B31 Automatic 40 Kelly Slater. A limited edition watch co-designed by the champion. It is infused with the Hawaiian surf culture that helped shape him.
In March Breitling announced Austin Butler as the official face of the Swiss watchmaker's Top Time B31 model. So that's how we found out he's a big watch enthusiast.
«For as long as I can remember, I've dreamed of traveling and living in Hawaii,» Slater says. “It was this faraway place with amazing waves, perfect weather and the ultimate surf lifestyle. After living here, I realized it's so much bigger than that. The people, the community, the nature - all so interconnected. Hawaiians” respect for their land, people and culture runs deep. It makes Hawaii even more special than I dreamed of as a child. And now I call it home.".
The dial of the Breitling Superocean Kelly Slater features a rich leaf pattern. Inspired by the changing light and shadows of a tropical sky. The open case reveals the B31 movement. With an engraved outer ring that reads «One of 500» and «Kelly Slater Limited Edition».
Available with a blue rubber strap or stainless steel bracelet. And presented in a special box with the same Hawaiian flower pattern. Each watch also includes a personal note from Slater. And it's one for the Breitling collector and a moment from the GOAT of surfing.
«Breitling has been with me for years,» adds Slater. «This watch reflects everything I love. The ocean, nature and the relaxed style I've always associated with.».
To complete the collection, Breitling also collaborated with British eyewear brand Cutler and Gross to create a special range of sunglasses. Designed to pair perfectly with the new Superocean Heritage watches, the sunglasses combine bold frames inspired by the past with precision lenses made for life in and out of the water.
The watch and sunglasses represent Breitling's spirit of adventure. But also the Superocean's deep connection to the sea.
Source: somethingaboutrocks.com
