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stockjock1975 · 25 June 2019, 12:23 AM

Hello everyone! I'm taking the family away for a week at Acadia National Park in Maine. While there we plan to take in the scenery by hiking every day. And then enjoying my favorite hobby....eating and drinking at the best local spots.

My question to you all is which watch to take? Your choices are:

1) Rolex Yacht-Master (blue dial)
2) Omega Planet Ocean in titanium

Would appreciate your thoughts and comments. Thanks!

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rolexinfl · 25 June 2019, 12:41 AM

When Rolex is the question, Rolex is the answer

jimcameron · 25 June 2019, 12:51 AM

Maybe best to pick up a Breitling Emergency, just in case.

tkc324 · 25 June 2019, 12:53 AM

Why would the Seamaster ever get wrist time between those two is my question...

Obviously the YM gets my vote

mgsooner · 25 June 2019, 12:55 AM

Gotta be honest...I'd go with the PO

*ducks*

123Blueface · 25 June 2019, 01:00 AM

Take both.
For a week, I usually take two or three.

Wedders · 25 June 2019, 01:07 AM

Planet Ocean without doubt.

fsprow · 25 June 2019, 01:13 AM

Whatever you like best.

mulgogy · 25 June 2019, 01:14 AM

Most importantly, you stop in Portland, Go to the Portland Head Light and have a Lobster Roll at Bite into Maine. Picnic style is my favorite. Best Lobster Roll in the US. hands down.

Rowlf · 25 June 2019, 01:15 AM

Just too good an excuse to get a new watch: either an Explorer I or II of the 5 digit variety.

adawil2002 · 25 June 2019, 01:16 AM

Always the Rolex.

Enjoy the Maine coast.

RHIII · 25 June 2019, 01:50 AM

YM

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eltonbalch · 25 June 2019, 01:55 AM

Take me!

Watch Rob · 25 June 2019, 01:57 AM

both are great. Take both! Or either one. Whatever floats your boat.

BillA · 25 June 2019, 02:01 AM

Choice #3, a Seiko beater.

KBM · 25 June 2019, 02:03 AM

I'd just flip a coin.

123Blueface · 25 June 2019, 02:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fsprow

Whatever you like best.

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lamnyc · 25 June 2019, 02:37 AM

None of the above. Take beater and you won't be worrying about slipping on the rocks.

stockjock1975 · 25 June 2019, 03:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lamnyc

None of the above. Take beater and you won't be worrying about slipping on the rocks.

I totally agree with your logic. But I think I'd miss having a nicer piece with me while I'm making memories.

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superdog · 25 June 2019, 03:12 AM

Love the PO.

But I’m going YM on this one.

huba01 · 25 June 2019, 03:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tkc324

Why would the Seamaster ever get wrist time between those two is my question...

Obviously the YM gets my vote

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thewheel82 · 25 June 2019, 03:46 AM

Polished watch vs. primarily brushed watch for hiking....the PO for sure. Not like the PO would look out of place even at an upscale restaurant as it is still a luxury watch.

I take my Seiko SKX007 on a NATO strap for every hiking trip I take. Could care less if it gets (more) scratches and have more sentimental value with that watch than any other. I even wore it to the hospital when my daughter was born just to build even more memories with it.

Mr.Rolex1 · 25 June 2019, 04:08 AM

1) Rolex Yacht-Master (blue dial)

I like this dial color more

Jidonsu · 25 June 2019, 04:10 AM

Either or both plus a cheap digital watch for hiking. I'll be in Acadia as well soon, and I'll most likely bring the Sub plus my Casio protrek for hiking.

eteokles · 25 June 2019, 04:24 AM

That Seamaster is sharp.

Overwound · 25 June 2019, 04:29 AM

Is it better to bring a master of seas or a master of yachts for hikes and to eat lobster? I say a Yacht-Master for what you're doing.

If you were going out to set lobster traps and go fishing for the day I'd vote for the Seamaster.

goldenboy80 · 25 June 2019, 05:00 AM

Congrats on your trip to Acadia! I grew up in Bar Harbor, worked in town at a bike shop as a teenager and it sure is nice in the summer. I highly recommend hiking Dorr Mountain and The Beehive if you get a chance and aren't afraid of steeps and rung ladders. As far as watches, I don't think you will be ostracized if you wear a Rolex but Maine as you may know is not a fancy place. If you want to fit in, I'd wear a G-Shock (or maybe a hemp bracelet, haha). If you want to look like a prosperous visitor "from away" either of your choices are very classy sports watches that are waterproof enough to withstand a few juicy lobster dinners. When I'm in town I usually wear my Black Bay.

oldman2005 · 25 June 2019, 05:02 AM

I'd go with the Ti Planet Ocean. Couple weeks ago, I did multi-day hiking/camping to the Colorado river at the Grand Canyon, with a loaded 25-pound hiking pack with tent/sleeping bag/mat/food/water/... I would try to keep the weight down. I was wearing my Seiko Turtle and at end of the hike the watch became dirty with the sweat, dirt, skin rubbing, few new scratches...

Rolex fan 61 · 25 June 2019, 05:14 AM

Casio G shock

aayates · 25 June 2019, 05:28 AM

YM all the way (said the owner of one who likes it a lot).

25 June 2019, 12:23 AM	#1
stockjock1975 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Brian Location: Cleveland, OH Watch: Platona Posts: 1,569	Which to take for a week of hiking and lobster? Hello everyone! I'm taking the family away for a week at Acadia National Park in Maine. While there we plan to take in the scenery by hiking every day. And then enjoying my favorite hobby....eating and drinking at the best local spots. My question to you all is which watch to take? Your choices are: 1) Rolex Yacht-Master (blue dial) 2) Omega Planet Ocean in titanium Would appreciate your thoughts and comments. Thanks! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

25 June 2019, 01:00 AM	#6
123Blueface "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: USA Watch: All Posts: 4,939	Take both. For a week, I usually take two or three. __________________ Rolex 228235 DD40 Olive, 126710BLRO, 116710BLNR, 116613LB, 116500LN White, 126610LN, 116500LN Black, 126610LV, 116610LV Breitling Navitimer 01, Cartier Santos Large

25 June 2019, 01:16 AM	#11
adawil2002 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Real Name: Andrew Wilson Location: Brunswick, Maine Watch: 16550 Explorer II Posts: 1,762	Always the Rolex. Enjoy the Maine coast. __________________ 6284 SS, 16014 SS Jubilee silver stick, 16253 TT Blue Thunderbird, 16550 SS Exp II Cream, bought in 1986, 116400GV Z-blue Milgauss, 79260 Tudor, 116660 DSSD-Blue, 116500LV Daytona White, 116710 BLNR, 326934 Blue Skydweller

25 June 2019, 03:12 AM	#20
superdog 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Seth Location: nj Watch: Omega Posts: 24,697	Love the PO. But I’m going YM on this one. __________________ If happiness is a state of mind, why look anywhere else for it? IG: gsmotorclub IG: thesawcollection (Both mostly just car stuff)

25 June 2019, 03:46 AM	#22
thewheel82 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2018 Location: Texas Posts: 104	Polished watch vs. primarily brushed watch for hiking....the PO for sure. Not like the PO would look out of place even at an upscale restaurant as it is still a luxury watch. I take my Seiko SKX007 on a NATO strap for every hiking trip I take. Could care less if it gets (more) scratches and have more sentimental value with that watch than any other. I even wore it to the hospital when my daughter was born just to build even more memories with it. Last edited by thewheel82; 25 June 2019 at 03:47 AM.. Reason: spelling

25 June 2019, 12:41 AM	#2
rolexinfl "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: FL Posts: 663	When Rolex is the question, Rolex is the answer

25 June 2019, 12:51 AM	#3
jimcameron "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: ByDawns Earlylite Watch: 16800 Posts: 3,520	Maybe best to pick up a Breitling Emergency, just in case.

25 June 2019, 12:53 AM	#4
tkc324 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Tom Location: Chi town Watch: Daytona AP DD Sub Posts: 3,717	Why would the Seamaster ever get wrist time between those two is my question... Obviously the YM gets my vote

25 June 2019, 12:55 AM	#5
mgsooner "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2018 Real Name: Matthew Location: Tulsa, OK, USA Posts: 1,907	Gotta be honest...I'd go with the PO ducks

25 June 2019, 01:07 AM	#7
Wedders "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Somewhere in U.K. Posts: 507	Planet Ocean without doubt.

25 June 2019, 01:13 AM	#8
fsprow "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2018 Real Name: Frank Location: Dallas,NY,Colo. Watch: Patek 5168, 5170P Posts: 2,405	Whatever you like best.

25 June 2019, 01:14 AM	#9
mulgogy "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: New England Watch: Rollies Posts: 224	Most importantly, you stop in Portland, Go to the Portland Head Light and have a Lobster Roll at Bite into Maine. Picnic style is my favorite. Best Lobster Roll in the US. hands down.

25 June 2019, 01:15 AM	#10
Rowlf Banned Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: USA Posts: 336	Just too good an excuse to get a new watch: either an Explorer I or II of the 5 digit variety.

25 June 2019, 01:50 AM	#12
RHIII Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Real Name: Roger Location: ... Watch: AP/Rolex/PP Posts: 6,309	YM Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

25 June 2019, 01:55 AM	#13
eltonbalch "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Cambridge, NY Posts: 1,089	Take me!

25 June 2019, 01:57 AM	#14
Watch Rob "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: Chicago Watch: 114200 Posts: 1,265	both are great. Take both! Or either one. Whatever floats your boat.

25 June 2019, 02:01 AM	#15
BillA 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: US Posts: 3,614	Choice #3, a Seiko beater.

25 June 2019, 02:03 AM	#16
KBM 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: K. Location: 780 Posts: 10,389	I'd just flip a coin.

25 June 2019, 02:37 AM	#18
lamnyc "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: nyc Posts: 1,751	None of the above. Take beater and you won't be worrying about slipping on the rocks.

25 June 2019, 04:08 AM	#23
Mr.Rolex1 Banned Join Date: Apr 2019 Real Name: Mike Location: San Diego, CA Watch: Submariner Posts: 1,197	1) Rolex Yacht-Master (blue dial) I like this dial color more

25 June 2019, 04:10 AM	#24
Jidonsu "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: United States Posts: 258	Either or both plus a cheap digital watch for hiking. I'll be in Acadia as well soon, and I'll most likely bring the Sub plus my Casio protrek for hiking. __________________ Current Collection Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 15400 \| Rolex 114060 \| Rolex 116710BLNR \| Tudor Black Bay GMT \| Tudor Pelagos Blue \| IWC Mark XVIII Le Petit Prince \|

25 June 2019, 04:24 AM	#25
eteokles "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: Matt Location: California Posts: 162	That Seamaster is sharp.

25 June 2019, 04:29 AM	#26
Overwound "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: US Posts: 422	Is it better to bring a master of seas or a master of yachts for hikes and to eat lobster? I say a Yacht-Master for what you're doing. If you were going out to set lobster traps and go fishing for the day I'd vote for the Seamaster.

25 June 2019, 05:00 AM	#27
goldenboy80 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: New York City Watch: Rolex Daytona Posts: 111	Congrats on your trip to Acadia! I grew up in Bar Harbor, worked in town at a bike shop as a teenager and it sure is nice in the summer. I highly recommend hiking Dorr Mountain and The Beehive if you get a chance and aren't afraid of steeps and rung ladders. As far as watches, I don't think you will be ostracized if you wear a Rolex but Maine as you may know is not a fancy place. If you want to fit in, I'd wear a G-Shock (or maybe a hemp bracelet, haha). If you want to look like a prosperous visitor "from away" either of your choices are very classy sports watches that are waterproof enough to withstand a few juicy lobster dinners. When I'm in town I usually wear my Black Bay.

25 June 2019, 05:02 AM	#28
oldman2005 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: norcal Posts: 3,031	I'd go with the Ti Planet Ocean. Couple weeks ago, I did multi-day hiking/camping to the Colorado river at the Grand Canyon, with a loaded 25-pound hiking pack with tent/sleeping bag/mat/food/water/... I would try to keep the weight down. I was wearing my Seiko Turtle and at end of the hike the watch became dirty with the sweat, dirt, skin rubbing, few new scratches...

25 June 2019, 05:14 AM	#29
Rolex fan 61 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: UK Posts: 1,262	Casio G shock

25 June 2019, 05:28 AM	#30
aayates "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: atlanta, GA, USA Posts: 913	YM all the way (said the owner of one who likes it a lot).

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