O'Neill have always been synonymous with quality and innovation in surfing - so their latest partnership with high end sound technology producers Phillips is the perfect fit - out now.
From Jack O'Neill's first neoprene wetsuit in 1952 to present, O'Neill are still leading technical advancement in outerwear - now for snow and surf. Their latest line sees them maintain their famed quality, and apply it to a collection of super durable, but stylish headphones - combined with the best audio quality from Philips..
Chunky headphones have become the accessory de jour of snowboarders in particular over recent years: with brands from WeSC to Skull Candy and many more cornering a growing market.
Yet many of these brands, while looking swish, don't cut the mustard when actually be using by the athletes them aspire to aim for.
Instead, O'Neill and Phillips have created the most hardwearing, crash, cold and waterproof pairs on the market - while still sounding sharp, clear and superb.
With a hardcore team of in-the-field team rider testers, ('tested by animals' their PR says), backcountry legend Jeremy Jones, big wave surfer Mark Matthews and Freeride World Tour Champion Skier Ane Enderud - the 'phones underwent rigorous, real life testing but came out intact.
A collection of four - two buds (The Covert and The Specked), plus band models (The Stretch and The Snug) - The Stretch (below in white and above in black/red) is the toughest of the quartet made from ultra durale, temperature-resistant, TR 55LX and a surface hardness six times greater than poly carbonate.
Ok, enough of the science, but what we do know is that while other brands break with the slightest knock and sound lame, despite the price, O'Neill and Phillips personal amps will provide the soundtrack to your rides for many years - no matter how deep the snow, how cold the wind or how many times you crash.
But be warned - they're not waterproof. Yet.
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