Question about Sub c or GMT vs the ExplorerII

[LuminousMaximus]

I have been reading about the Explorer II which states it has, "High Performance Paraflex Shock Absorbers."

Question is: Can I ride my mountain bike with say a Sub c 116613LB and not worry that I dont have special shock absorbers for my watch? I mean I can do 6 hours of riding, and then jump into the lake fully clothed when it's hot outside...lol

Would any Rolex be fearful of my Mountian bike...?

[thomaspp]

I think the sub can take it all. I've done a ton of stuff with mine and its fine. Best

[Knappo 1307]

Buy a Gshock for that...

[Tools]

Originally Posted by LuminousMaximus

I have been reading about the Explorer II which states it has, "High Performance Paraflex Shock Absorbers."

Question is: Can I ride my mountain bike with say a Sub c 116613LB and not worry that I dont have special shock absorbers for my watch? I mean I can do 6 hours of riding, and then jump into the lake fully clothed when it's hot outside...lol

Would any Rolex be fearful of my Mountian bike...?

It is only marketing..

The Explorer II has Rolex own in-house Paraflex shock system, as does the new Explorer 39.

The others use the well-proven KIF shock system.

Both shock systems do the same thing. They are each patented by their respective "owners", but it is unlikely that one is any more superior to the other for your activitie..

[slcbbrown]

Any Rolex (maybe not Cellini) should be fine for your bike riding and swimming. The only time I would pay any attention to the brand of shock absorber on a watch is when I was looking to make sure a vintage watch has one.

[kilyung]

Originally Posted by slcbbrown

Any Rolex (maybe not Cellini) should be fine for your bike riding and swimming. The only time I would pay any attention to the brand of shock absorber on a watch is when I was looking to make sure a vintage watch has one.

PGA Pro Mickelson plays golf wearing a Cellini.

[LuminousMaximus]

That is rally great to hear. As a Layman, I felt that anything Rolex would sale would be able to acomplish most any task.

Does anyone here jump into the lake without even a thought while wearing their Gold Rolex?

I kinda think that would be the whole purpose of getting a Rolex. I mean If a giant Catfish took my hand into it's mouth and I had no choice to "NOodle" Him, would my rolly come off my wrist...?

[kilyung]

Originally Posted by LuminousMaximus

Does anyone here jump into the lake without even a thought while wearing their Gold Rolex?

Sure. I've rolled around the beach with one on and even gone diving with it.

[Wrist Watcher]

Originally Posted by Knappo 1307

Buy a Gshock for that...

I was thinking the same thing Jason.

[xxthe_remedyxx]

This gives me anxiety...

Originally Posted by kilyung

Sure. I've rolled around the beach with one on and even gone diving with it.

[JasoninDenver]

I have mountain biked with my SubC with absolutely no problems. However, it was only done after realizing midway through the ride that I forgot to take it off and stash it in my pack beforehand.

Honestly, I would be much more worried about crash related damage so, if you really need to wear a watch, G-Shock. I have destroyed Timexs and heart rate monitors in crashes before - so i would not risk it with a $8,000.00 watch.

[mjclark32]

My subs been able to handle it all, wave runners to biking. I'm sure it can take it

[Maxfli]

Originally Posted by JasoninDenver

Honestly, I would be much more worried about crash related damage so, if you really need to wear a watch, G-Shock.

This.

[beshannon]

I am a mountain biker and I would not wear a Rolex to go biking.

It has nothing to do with whether or not the watch can take it, rather if you wreck your bike and you will you might hit something that your Rolex cannot take.

Swimming, laying on the beach etc., are not really stressful on a watch

[turbineboy]

I had a routine where a few of my friends and I would head out to an off road trail and after a few hours of biking, on the way back home, stop off for one or two jumps (AFF / skydive). We did this twice a month on saturdays and it worked out good as the bike trail and the jump zone were not too far away and an hour drive from where we lived.

Most in the group had omega's, rolex, or Tags. I wore a GMT Master II SS. If the bikes and you the rider can take it, the Rolex can handle off road biking as well. Or to put it another way, over the years, Gary Fisher bikes had to go thru more repairs and upkeep and I had 6 broken bones while the Rolex ticked away fine.
In the case of the skydiving, my rolex did not like it too much.

On one of the jumps, we hit an air pocket as we were jumping and I ended up hitting the tail of the airplane..... with my head - thank god for helmets. My right hand hit the tail as well and a small chip came off the "super strong" sapphire crystal and I sprained/bruised my wrist. I am glad the watch stayed on as that would have been worse if the bracelet had given way at 10,000 ft. My wrist healed and my headache was gone in about 3 days.

My GMT II was only a month old when this incident occurred. I sent it back to Rolex and they said this sort of "abuse" was not covered by warranty and I would have to pay to have the crystal replaced. This is where I realized - sure the ads say it and the watch looks it, but everything is breakable if you push it enough.
I lost faith in Rolex warranty service as I actually expected them to fix the watch for free - especially since they advertise how it is an Oyster and has "tank like" properties. Obviously what they meant is it is super strong as long as you keep it in a case or wear it on your wrist while sipping wine on a patio.

I still has my GMT II SS and a GMT Two Tone, datejust, as well as my Omega's, Brietlings, Tags, Longines, etc. The Rolex, Omega, and Tag I wear without any hesitation - I feel they are built to sustain rough use. The brietlings and longines - depending on the model, I am careful with mostly as I don't think mine were meant to take a beating.

Get the rolex you like - use it as you would use your body. Push either hard enough and they will break. But the good thing is, both can be restored again and again ......to a certain extent :)

[APguy1]

All i can say is SCRATCHES !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! on Day at the Beach with my Sub C and it was full of scratches !!!

[T. Ferguson]

Originally Posted by turbineboy

I lost faith in Rolex warranty service as I actually expected them to fix the watch for free..

With all due respect, I think you were expecting too much. With the possible exception of Ginsu knives, I don't know of many other companies that would service and repair self-inflicted damage for free.

[turbineboy]

Absolutely.... I agree..... now

But when I bought my first Rolex 15 years ago, about the same time I bought the knife that could cut thru a shoe, I was shocked that a company that advertises how strong it's watches and watch case were would not fix something as simple as a chipped crystal.
I even recall writing to Rolex in rather colorful language telling them how disappointed I was with their watch and so on.

A few years and a few more broken watches/crystals later, I realize now maybe that really was asking for a lot :)
My views on sport/utility watches have changed now. There are dress watches and then there are watches you can play rough with and when you do, simply expect it to sustain some level of damage - how much is acceptable varies with how much you love the timepiece and how much you feel you have to push it.

Although.... it would be nice to have the ultimate unbreakable - made to last forever - timepiece.

[LA_LEC]

Yes the Sub can take it. It is a sports watch and built for such. That is what makes it the perfect watch...goes from the depths of the ocean diving to a formal event the same day!

[superdog]

For dute

[LuminousMaximus]

Kilyung---Love the Watch you have...It's called the "Idiot stupid?" That's too funny. It made me actually laugh out loud, but not really too loud...lol And, to put your watch in the sand, my wife was like, A shark can come by and eat it! hey Kilyung, is that watch you have there called the, "Wall Street?" It is one of my favorites... I also like to one with the Blue face...

Zenman63---Which watch do you own that got soo scratched up from a day at the beach? How did you fix it?

Turbineboy---Glad you didn't get too hurt and that your helmet was stronger than the dent you left in the planes wing! I'm sure with a little gentle pressure, Rolex would have eventually covered it...

I am a bit torn. I feel that I should use my Rolly' anywhere i go and not worry about it much. If after a few months it is beat up, I'll either get the needed parts replaced or repaired. I do like to keep things new but I don't want to have to worry about any activity when it comes to my watch. On the other hand, I could take great care of it, and only use it when going out, and for leisure activities, and of course purchase watches for various occasions...hmmm, I think the former is more my speed.

I don't think that free swimming in the ocean would be wise since a shark could see the Rolex Gleaming in the surf and mistake my entire arm for a Fishing Lure, and take my Rolex into his digestive system...

Yes, It is an $8-20K watch so I guess I'll have to be more careful...But if something happens, my watch will be able to tell stories of it's crazy owner doing wild things, sort of like Battle Scars.

All of your stories were great and thanks for helping out a newb with kinda off the wall questions.

[kilyung]

Originally Posted by zenman63

All i can say is SCRATCHES !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! on Day at the Beach with my Sub C and it was full of scratches !!!

Really? I've buried mine in sand and it doesn't have any noticeable scratches.

[Andad]

Originally Posted by turbineboy

I had a routine where a few of my friends and I would head out to an off road trail and after a few hours of biking, on the way back home, stop off for one or two jumps (AFF / skydive). We did this twice a month on saturdays and it worked out good as the bike trail and the jump zone were not too far away and an hour drive from where we lived.

Most in the group had omega's, rolex, or Tags. I wore a GMT Master II SS. If the bikes and you the rider can take it, the Rolex can handle off road biking as well. Or to put it another way, over the years, Gary Fisher bikes had to go thru more repairs and upkeep and I had 6 broken bones while the Rolex ticked away fine.
In the case of the skydiving, my rolex did not like it too much.

On one of the jumps, we hit an air pocket as we were jumping and I ended up hitting the tail of the airplane..... with my head - thank god for helmets. My right hand hit the tail as well and a small chip came off the "super strong" sapphire crystal and I sprained/bruised my wrist. I am glad the watch stayed on as that would have been worse if the bracelet had given way at 10,000 ft. My wrist healed and my headache was gone in about 3 days.

My GMT II was only a month old when this incident occurred. I sent it back to Rolex and they said this sort of "abuse" was not covered by warranty and I would have to pay to have the crystal replaced. This is where I realized - sure the ads say it and the watch looks it, but everything is breakable if you push it enough.
I lost faith in Rolex warranty service as I actually expected them to fix the watch for free - especially since they advertise how it is an Oyster and has "tank like" properties. Obviously what they meant is it is super strong as long as you keep it in a case or wear it on your wrist while sipping wine on a patio.

I still has my GMT II SS and a GMT Two Tone, datejust, as well as my Omega's, Brietlings, Tags, Longines, etc. The Rolex, Omega, and Tag I wear without any hesitation - I feel they are built to sustain rough use. The brietlings and longines - depending on the model, I am careful with mostly as I don't think mine were meant to take a beating.

Get the rolex you like - use it as you would use your body. Push either hard enough and they will break. But the good thing is, both can be restored again and again ......to a certain extent :)

IMO this says it all.

[T. Ferguson]

Originally Posted by turbineboy

Absolutely.... I agree..... now

But when I bought my first Rolex 15 years ago, about the same time I bought the knife that could cut thru a shoe, I was shocked that a company that advertises how strong it's watches and watch case were would not fix something as simple as a chipped crystal.
I even recall writing to Rolex in rather colorful language telling them how disappointed I was with their watch and so on.

A few years and a few more broken watches/crystals later, I realize now maybe that really was asking for a lot :)
My views on sport/utility watches have changed now. There are dress watches and then there are watches you can play rough with and when you do, simply expect it to sustain some level of damage - how much is acceptable varies with how much you love the timepiece and how much you feel you have to push it.

Although.... it would be nice to have the ultimate unbreakable - made to last forever - timepiece.

I see your point. You did say later on that you considered the GMT one of the watches you thought "built to sustain rough use", I agree with that. But there are limits and it wouldn't disappoint me too much if knocking it against the tail of a plane going maybe 100 mph was over the limit required to chip the crystal.