What Happened at Nixon in 2025: Reminiscing on the Year's Greatest Hits

2025 was a big year at Nixon. One filled with fresh designs, standout collaborations, and unforgettable moments on and off the board. From major product drops to epic event partnerships and new milestones from our team riders, we’re rounding up the highlights that made this year one to remember.

Looking Back on 2025 at Nixon

January

Nixon 51-30 Chrono Super Black

Super Black 51-30

The Super Black 51-30 turned Nixon's iconic oversized 51mm case into a fully blacked-out statement piece. Supplies were limited and it is currently sold out.

February

Nora Vasconcellos on Vice thumbnail

Nora Documentary Premier (Vice)

From humble east coast beginnings to worldwide recognition, Nixon team rider @noravexplora has truly paved her own way in the skateboarding industry. Nora’s name may be in the history books for her skating, but it’s her expressive art, whole-hearted opinions, and overall genuine personality that make her the gem that we are lucky to have today.

Watch her full documentary episode on Vice.

Nixon watch with a grey dial, large white numerals, and a dark green fabric strap.

Clutch 42

The Clutch 42 is a go-anywhere analog watch built around bold, lume-loaded numerals and hands so you can read the time clearly in low light or underwater. Its 42mm case balances presence and comfort on the wrist, making it a strong option for both daily wear and weekend adventures. Shop the Clutch 42 here.

Promotional gif for the Nixon and Metallica collaboration watches

Metallica Collection

The Nixon x Metallica collection made its return in 2025. Like the iconic band, this limited edition capsule release hit fast and hard, selling out in days.

March

The Nixon 51-30 Fisheye on its side in front of a bowl where a Nixon time rider skateboards

Fisheye Collection and Photo/Video Shoot 

For the launch of our all-new Fisheye Collection, we tapped long time Nixon team rider @zakramiller and skateboarding’s current king of the fisheye lens, @priceyhot, to shoot their version of @jgrantbrittain’s iconic 1986 pole cam photo of @zakramiller’s dad, @owlcat.

Since the original pool in Upland, CA is long gone, we headed out to the desert where an almost exact replica sits at @laquintaxpark. Don’t worry, we invited @jgrantbrittain to the session to make sure we had his blessing. It also helped for some great banter as @priceyhot was once @jgrantbrittain’s intern years ago.

Watch the full video. And check out the Fisheye Collection.

Nixon team rider Mikkel Bang wearing a Nixon Time Teller

Top 3 Interview with Mikkel

Want to know all the secrets on how longtime Nixon team rider Mikkel Bang competes on tour? Or maybe you want all the details on a new Burton film he’s working on?

Well, we didn’t really get into all that… 

Instead, we got down to what you really want to know, which is Mikkel’s top 3 favorite things. From hype-up songs to backcountry gear, hot beverages to all-time favorite video parts, there’s a whole lot to know about everyone’s favorite Viking.  

April

Nixon Frankie watch on a female wrist

Frankie

The Frankie is a refined, minimalist analog that focuses on a clean dial and slim profile for a more understated look. Its smaller case and simplified markers make it easy to dress up or down, pairing just as well with a tee and jeans as with a button-up. Shop the Frankie.

Snowboarders showing off their Nixon trophy watches

SLUSH World Quarters Trophy Watch

Clocked in and turned up — everyone was having fun at World Quarters but a couple riders took it (9 months ago) to another level. shoutout to @sumner.orr and @jessmcgreg0r for snagging the @nixon Best Time Award—riding with a smile and sending 🕐💥

What is the Best Time Award? Well, it’s for the man and woman who literally have the best time. Those who bring the hype, send it the highest, laugh the loudest, and cheer all freaking day. What better way to award those people than with a custom gold watch?!

Watch the recap.  

May

Spray painter Damin Lujan

Interview with Damin Lujan

Back in 2022, we were looking for a talented painter to take on the monumental task of painting The Rolling Stones logo on the infamous Nude Bowl for the launch of our collaboration. Little did we know that we weren’t just being introduced to a painter, but to someone who would become a true friend of the brand.

Damin Lujan has since worked on numerous Nixon projects with us, including the life-size Ripper box that Dylan Jaeb skated for our ad in Thrasher magazine. 

Recently, we sat down with Damin to catch up, get some behind-the-scenes insight into his painting process, and hear about what’s coming next. 

June

Close-up of a Nixon "Friday the 13th" watch with a dark face, rose gold accents, and the number 13 prominently displayed.

Friday the 13th 51-30

The tradition of a Friday the 13th inspired 51-30 continued in 2025. Will it happen again in 2026 with THREE Friday the 13ths on the calendar? TBD…

July

Nixon Fremont 40 Watch

Fremont 40

The Fremont 40 brings a more compact, city-ready analog design with a 40mm case that wears well on a range of wrists. Its clean lines and simple, legible dial lean into everyday versatility, from office days to weekend missions. Shop the Fremont 40.

Nora Vasconcellos in Tony Hawk's Pro Skater video game

Nixon in THPS Video Game  

Earlier this year, we had the honor of being included in the re-release of Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4. Throughout the levels you can find Nixon logos, watches and even pick out gear in the pro shop.  

While you’re playing, make sure to check out team rider’s Nora Vasconcellos playable character.  

Nora Vasconcellos wearing a Nixon Time Teller Acetate

Nora @ Woodward Content  

We had the pleasure of hanging out with Hannah Eddy at Woodward West for Nora’s Week!

As part of our visit, Hannah added a fresh new mural to the indoor skatepark but this time, the campers got to help too.

Check out @hannaheddyart’s paint-by-numbers mural featuring @noravexplora and the @woodwardwest campers

August

Up close image of the Nixon LTD Banks.

Banks Re-Release

The Banks re-release brought back a fan-favorite multi-dial design that blends travel function with bold street styling. Known for its dual or multi-timezone layout, it is ideal for frequent travelers, global creatives, or anyone whose life runs on more than one schedule. This is a limited release with stock still available!

Skateboarder showing off a prized Nixon trophy watch

Rockstar Energy Open Trophy Watches  

Let’s take a closer look at this year’s custom engraved Trophy Watches for the @rockstarenergy Open in Portland, Oregon.

All first places winners in the Men’s and Women’s divisions will be taking home a custom engraved all gold Sentry.

Not only that, we have two Best Time Awards to give out as well! What’s the best time award? Well, it’s an award that goes to the people who are bringing the energy, the hype, and who literally have the “Best Time” at the event! 

September

Nixon Super Black Player

Super Black Player

The Super Black Player made a brief appearance in the Nixon lineup in 2025. Stock is currently sold out.

Caity Simmers WSL Tour Stop Wins  

It was another big year on tour for Nixon team rider Caity Simmers as she claimed the title of Queen of the Wave Pool at the Surf Abu Dhabi Pro as well as snagging three runner up finishes this year on the WSL Championship Tour. She capped the year off in Fiji ranking 4th in the world. Congrats, Caity!  

Woman wearing the Nixon Time Teller 4th Dimension watch

4th Dimension Collection

The 4th Dimension Collection dropped in 2025 and immediately became one of the most unique capsules in the Nixon lineup. Featuring fresh takes on three Nixon icons, the 4th Dimension watch collection is still available.

Blue Nirvana Sentry Wobble

Blue Nirvana Wobble

In 2024, we launched a collab with Nirvana that included the Yellow Nirvana Sentry Wobble. In 2025, we brought the Nirvana Sentry Wobble back to the lineup, this time in a blue colorway. The Nirvana Sentry Wobble is currently sold out.

October

Nixon France Skate Video 

In October, part of the Nixon France team went to @connect.skaturbanism.festival a meeting dedicated to skate culture and its relation to urban planning. Check out the edit of the team skating the unique obstacles created for the event.  

Nixon Banks collector Henrik Dalgaard

Collectors Corner  

The Banks is an OG silhouette in the Nixon lineup. First hitting shelves in 2005, the Nixon Banks has seen many different forms.

One collector in Denmark, Henrik Dalgaard (@mybankscollection ), has a Nixon collection entirely made up of the Banks. We caught up with Henrik to talk with him about his legendary Banks collection. 

November

Antique Nirvana Sentry Wobble

Nirvana LTD Wobble

The blue Nirvana Sentry Wobble wasn't the only iteration of that watch we put out in 2025. An All Antique Silver version also hit the website and sold out within the week.

Giving Tuesday – Protect Our Winters

For Giving Tuesday 2025, we partnered with Protect Our Winters and turned sales that day into a donation for the nonprofit. Learn more about Protect Our Winters at our blog.

Nixon x Bones Brigade Time Teller Box Set

Bones Brigade Time Teller Auction

The Nixon Time Teller Bones Brigade Box Set made an appearance on nixon.com in the form of an auction. The proceeds from this auction were donated directly to The Skatepark Project.