After the first lockdowns we sent our unkempt gentlemen for a spruce up at BarberShopCo with some classic hairstyles. It was such a great time we decided to do round two for a post-Christmas break clean up with a couple more of the team. The pros at BarberShopCo were happy to oblige us and we […]
New year, new you. Don’t bother with resolutions, just get a new haircut. It’ll make you feel better than breaking promises to yourself and you’ll look good to everyone else. M2 took some of the team down to BarberShopCo for a new look as we head full steam through summer. We left the styling and […]
We’re now well into the Summer months so M2 took some of the crew down to BarberShopCo with a photographer to spruce themselves up with a fresh hairstyle. We left the men in the capable hands of the BarberShopCo team to pick the looks. The last look the team at BarberShopCo highlighted was the pompadour, […]
It’s the start of 2021, you know what that means. No, not the end of a pandemic, that’s not how that sort of thing works. It also means a fresh start style-wise, and since we’re lucky enough in New Zealand to actually be able to mingle, we sent a few associates down to BarberShopCo to […]
After a much deserved Summer break, M2 took the lads to BarberShopCo to sort them out with some fresh cuts. We left Stephen in the able hands of Emily, who opted to give Stephen a V Fade with Pompadour. In laymen’s terms, this equates to a medium skin fade on the sides which tapers into […]
It’s Summer. You know what that means right? Business up front and party at the back. We took the crew to BarberShopCo again for some fresh new looks and left them in the capable hands of the professional barbers there, who picked out the looks. We sent a photographer along as well to capture the […]
Before I go any further, no, these Jockey undies aren’t a new level of the surveillance state monitoring your every move. Jacinda doesn’t get a manila folder every month telling her exactly how many days in a row you wore the same pair of undies. This underwear developed by Jockey is made specifically with saving […]
On a sunny Saturday, on the 13th of February in Motueka, Steve Gregor and Brent Findlay successfully completed 120 skydives each simultaneously in a single day, smashing a 22-year-old NZ record in the process. This gruelling day was not only to rewrite the record books but to also raise money for the Mental Health […]
Way back in 1985, Rocky 4 brought Hugo Boss to the big screen. Not once, but thrice in one of the most iconic scenes of the series. Sylvester Stallone sported a white hoodie, emblazoned with the iconic fashion house’s logo. He’s backed up by Paulie and Tony Duke who wear red and blue versions of […]
New Zealand’s gaming sector has become our fastest growing creative industry and digital exporter in recent years. Our interactive media sector earned $323.9 million in the year to 1 April 2020, an increase of $121 million in one year alone. But all this might be about to end with Australia seeing the potential and offering […]
I’m not a massive fan of gambling so don’t consider any of this a recommendation, but the venerable game publisher Atari has teamed up with the Ethereum-based gaming company, Decentral Games, to bring nostalgia to the blockchain with cryptocurrency. Playing the themed games will net lucky players $DG by playing with MANA, DAI and the […]
He is of course a comedic legend who has gone Hollywood but Rhys Darby can still appreciate the simple things in life, including the magic that comes from a good book and some imagination. We talk to Rhys about his latest children’s book, the 3rd in his amazing Buttons series – The Top Secret Intergalactic […]
When talking about the opening of a new luxury boutique hotel in 2020, it is hard not to start off with what has now become the cliché of talking about the context of an unprecedented year. While there are of course challenges that come from the state of the international tourist market, there are also […]
Huawei recently gave me the opportunity to play with their New FreeBuds Studio, which is their very first over-ear wireless headphones, as well as their smaller, streetsmart FreeBuds Pro wireless earbuds. I’m going to go ahead and share my thoughts on the Huawei FreeBuds Pro, before moving onto the stately FreeBuds Studio set. Let’s start […]
He was a legend of the silver screen and was infused with the very essence of charisma. While we may be saying goodbye to the legendary Sean Connery, it does not mean we will ever forget what he did for cinema history. Coming to write this, I did not expect to feel the well of emotion […]
Gabe Newell, he’s a man who needs no introduction if you’re a PC Master Racer and have lived through even one of Steam’s Summer Sales. But if you only understood half the words I wrote in the previous sentence, then allow me to introduce the man, the myth, the legend. Gabe Newell is worth roughly […]
The smallest violin is playing for tinsel town as they make a spectacle out of themselves over the pandemic. I guess spectacles are literally what they’re paid to do so you can’t begrudge them that. This year they really tried, and failed, to adapt to Covid. Pretend Everything’s Fine But everything’s on a timetable and […]
Dune, perhaps the most highly anticipated sci-fi of 2020 is finally here (covid willing). The Legendary Frank Herbert Novel has had a checkered history with cinema, with the only good adaption to date being a documentary about a failed attempt at making a Dune film. That doesn’t bode well, but if anyone can do this […]
While Ireland may not be first on the list when we think of surfing destinations, surfer Conor Maguire showed us otherwise when he jumped at the chance to ride these epic waves at Mullaghmore, County Sligo in his home country. Taking advantage of the perfect conditions caused by tropical Hurricane Epsilon in October, Maguire was […]
Nadine Wallner shows us how ice climbing is done during a photo shoot in Hintertux, Austria on September 29, 2020. Just a two hour drive south from Munich, the Hintertux Glacier is one of the only resorts to offer skiing all year round. Unfortunately, as Covid restrictions roll across the country, even peaks 3,250m above […]
The Southern Alps covered in yellowing dust from the Australian bush fires, a whale cruising near Kaikōura, Flatmates hanging out in social isolation, Black Lives Matter Protests on Queen Street. 2020 is littered with events we have all been simultaneously divorced from but a part of. Touchstone moments we all share, even if the impetus […]
If you were looking for a timepiece to celebrate the end of 2020 and the journey ahead, we first need to go back to the 70s to simpler, more reliable times for inspiration. That’s exactly where Seiko went for its reimagining of the 1970 Diver’s Prospex, the SPB183J. The limited edition Seiko design calls back […]
“I like to tell the story of elegance in completely arbitrary and unexpected ways. Perhaps elegance is something in the air that sometimes you are not even ready for. Male elegance can be unpredictable and strange,” says creative director Alessandro Michele about his recent shoot for Gucci. The shoot consisted of three of the most […]
Geneva, 2020 – Sir Jackie Stewart has spent all of his life pushing the boundaries, whether taking the chequered flag in Formula 1 ®, revolutionising driver safety or running his own Grand Prix-winning race team. The Flying Scot has always been prepared to go beyond the perceived limits of achievement, an attribute perfectly aligned with […]
Printed hearts, pancreatic cancer research and Adashiko’s latest collagen release. M2 has all the health news you need for summer. Here’s Your New 3D Printed Heart After two years of R&D, Professor of Biomedical Engineering Adam Feinberg and his team have created the first full-size 3D bioprinted human heart. This isn’t just any old sort […]
2020 may have been a write off of a year for most, however Zoom founder and CEO, Eric Yuan can probably consider this year his most successful yet. After the rise in employees all over the globe working from home, Zoom quickly became the go-to software to keep communication (and rapport) up within virtual workplaces. […]
Here’s our collection of the Best Things Ever Said, by legendary American astronaut, Neil Armstrong. “I believe every human has a finite number of heartbeats. I don’t intend to waste any of mine.” “I think we’re going to the moon because it’s in the nature of the human being to face challenges. It’s by the […]
While a bottle of the world’s most awarded single malt Scotch whisky for christmas is always a welcome gift, nothing beats a personal touch. Due to its success, Glenfiddich are offering their complimentary service for the second year in a row. They will send you a personalised label that blends seamlessly with the original labelling […]
Not sure that homemade mask your mum sewed together for you is doing the trick? Worried about the next Covid-19 outbreak? Want to take up more space than you have any right to? This new PPE, BioVYZR, may be the Covid gadget for you! With a 360 degree shield, this Personal Air Purifying Shield can […]
Sure, we have note apps on our phones but nothing can really beat a good old piece of paper when scribbling down tasks at the morning meeting. The reMarkable 2 is a digital notebook that uses E-ink technology like the your classic E-Reader. However you can write directly onto this one. This allows for a […]
There are plenty of bike helmets with brackets for Go-Pros so you can upload the awesome footage of yourself getting sucked under a truck. But this Lumos Bike helmet is one of the most important pieces of safety equipment you can own as a bike rider. So what if they were a preventative measure, as […]
Ever wanted to feel like professor Xavier while he’s using cerebro? Except instead of mind hunting mutants, you are just trying to find a little mindfulness before a packed day at work? The Muse 2 is a multi-sensory meditation device. Because even your brain patterns need to be analysed to monitor your progress these days. […]
Genshin Impact may just be the most successful game you’ve never heard of. It’s a free to play Breath of the Wild clone with RPG and Gacha mechanics slathered liberally on top made by the accomplished MIHOYO studio in China. The more you play the game, the more you realise that what I said about […]
This a Wenger 16999 Swiss Army Knife Giant. Is this even a real knife? I don’t even care, and neither do all the people who left Amazon reviews for it either. 5.0 out of 5 stars Surprising Results I tried to file my nails, but in the process I accidentally fixed a small engine that […]
Belkin’s BOOST↑CHARGE™ Dual USB-C PD GaN Wall Chargers 68W gives a damn fast charge, sending a MacBook Pro 15” from no battery at all to 50% in just an hour. Or for an iPhone 8 or later, it goes from nothing to 50% in about 30 minutes. To really appreciate it though, allow me to […]
Here we are, two weeks out from release day at the time of writing. I’ve been waiting, what like, eight years for this moment? World War 2 took less time to wrap up than Cyberpunk 2077. But it’s all worth it, it’s an absolute beast of a game. And it comes with all the depth […]
I was thirsty for more VR games after clocking Boneworks and Half Life: ALYX. Unfortunately not many of the current Steam offerings are turning me on very much at the moment. This has taken me further afield to the weird indy space, which has always been my home away from home anyway. The Doom community […]
Get your haircare routine on lock with Hanz De Fuko’s range of hair products. Hanz De Fuko has built a cult following since 2009 by consistently bringing out high quality men’s grooming products. M2’s picks this season are no exception. Start off with their natural shampoo which is not only an effective cleanser, but also […]
We live in strange times, and while everything is in flux, it may have made some of us hyper aware of where the next stable job might be found. It seems that gigs that aren’t so reliant on brick and mortar stores or social gatherings are the most Covid-resistant industries. It was one of our […]
The number ‘60’ is an important one within the world of horology as it signifies the completion of a revolution of course. In Japan, it also has wider cultural significance. When someone turns 60, they have gone full circle through the traditional zodiac calendar cycle and has arrived back at the beginning. It is considered […]
The last couple of laptops I’ve managed to play with recently have been dinky work machines, so it’s been a breath of fresh air to finally get my hands on with something with some serious grunt in it. The Predator Helios 300 from Acer is a beast and it keeps up with my home rig […]
2021 is fast approaching, time is flying and you’re in need of a new watch. Or perhaps you’re looking for the perfect watch to gift this Christmas season. M2’s pick this year is the Hugo Boss 1513820 Globetrotter. Based off the classic diver’s watch, the nautical-inspired Globetrotter collection is built for the modern explorer. Its […]
The older I get, the more I appreciate a good pair of socks. But when you’re giving them as a gift, you just can’t do any old pair. M2’s pick this year is the Paul Smith collection of classy calf length designs. They’re bold, colourful in stripes but fashionable enough to set off any outfit. […]
A man in possession of a kitchen must be in want of a hand-crafted cast iron skillet, and if you’re looking for the best this season, you can’t go past the New Zealand owned Ironclad Pan Co. Some companies offer a year or two guarantee on their products (after you pay a nominal fee, of […]
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You wouldn’t think that being a nerd getting POTG (Player Of The Game) in your game of choice would mean you’d need to know anything about thermodynamics. But at some point you’ve been like me, with your tower PC pressed between two desks and a wall, with all its heat pouring out the back with […]
As gaming fans we’re constantly getting showered with new tech to lure us in. The console market is constantly sharpening its teeth on each other while the PC side is pushing the boundaries of how much raw power and flashing LEDs we can pack into our towers. So it might surprise you that up until […]
Larsen Thompson attends Sensorama Vivier – the Roger Vivier press day at Fondation Cino et Simone del Duca during Paris Fashion Week in Paris, France. She’s the face of the new guard, and everyone’s sitting up and taking notice. Larsen Thompson is a dancer, model and actress. She’s rubbing shoulders with the likes of Georgia […]
What advice would you give your 20 year-old self? Work hard, play hard, travel – and make sure there’s time for family and friends amongst all that! I was raised with a belief that success, or rather satisfaction, comes not just from hard work but from embracing risks. Enjoy the process … life isn’t a […]
What advice would you give your 20-year-old self? Don’t take life too seriously, learn, learn, learn and perhaps look for some guidance around time management for exam or assignment time (you seem to only nail this in your last year of studying)! How do you stay motivated? By constantly searching for new things to learn […]
Wonder Woman 1984 Helmed once again by director Patty Jenkins guiding hands, Diana has now spent enough time in our world to become the street wise hero we now know her as. The movie kicks off back on her island home, where we see her prepare for becoming the hero she will one day become […]
King Kong (2005) The first is Peter Jackson’s 2005 King Kong coming hot on the heels of Return of the King. Jackson was never going to have more star power than this, and it’s a shame he didn’t save any of it for the Tintin movie. Starring Andy Serkis as the big ape, Naomi Watts […]
Photo credit: NASA, ESA, the Hubble Heritage Team (STScI/AURA), A. Nota (ESA/STScI) and the Westerlund 2 Science Team. A cluster of thousands of stars, measuring between six and 13 light-years across, displays as a work of art across the night sky showing in the centre of this image from the Hubble Space Telescope. The cluster, […]
Regimes come, regimes go, none more publicly than the Soviet Union did when it was abolished in 1991. The impact it left on the world still echoes today, not only in geopolitics but also in the physical world of overgrown hangers long since abandoned by the military and algae clogged pools from old public facilities. […]
If you wanted to look as dapper as Ralph Fiennes in the upcoming film, The King’s Man, then the luxe MR. PORTER online fashion shop literally has you covered. Teaming up with director Matthew Vaughn they have developed a collection inspired by the film, making it easy to dress like a World War One era […]
“If you want to be successful, learn from other people’s mistakes, not their successes. No matter how smart you are, you will encounter these mistakes, and you’ll know how to deal with them.” – Jack Ma, Co-Founder of Alibaba Group “A person who never made a mistake never tried anything new.” – Albert Einstein, physicist […]
Sound at Lightspeed Last issue we got to play with the Logitech G502 and it’s peerless LIGHTSPEED 2.4ghz connection which helps it rival its wired peers for latency. Now Logitech has thrown that exact same connection into their new wireless version of the Pro X headset, the G PRO X LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Headset. It’s […]
The internet is the aggregate of human wisdom. it’s pushing us to new heights of intelligence and definitely not into closed facebook group echo chambers. We have canvassed the wisdom of the digital Pangaea to learn what some of the most amazing places in the world are like. Our search lead us inevitably to Google […]
Real estate might well be up there with politics and religion when it comes to divisive dinner party conversations, but of course it’s something most of us have a relationship with, whether you be a tenant, landlord or homeowner or all of the above. Few people have had as much experience in the industry as […]
Treat the father figure in your life to a subscription to M2 – the gift he’ll enjoy all year round. M2 features the latest style and grooming trends and tips, through to ground-breaking technology, cars, personal success, business, adventure, drink, health, fitness, entertainment and humour. Just $65 for 1 year / 6 issues (via auto-renewal) […]
Over the last quarter century, Wither Hills has built up a strong reputation for well crafted wines here and globally. Of course, there are a whole lot of factors that go into this track record and, indeed, each bottle of Wither Hills wine. The Marlborough region and the iconic Wither Hills vineyards, Rarangi, Taylor River […]
Starting off with its two tone Midnight Sapphire and Silver paint job, this Ghost II SWB is set to impress. Powered by a twin turbo 6.6 litre V12, it has all the power you’re ever going to need for an effortless driving experience. Passengers get to enjoy individual rear seats and rear seat entertainment with […]
Nothing says luxury quite like the all new Rolls-Royce Phantom that’s hit our fair shores. It comes with Full Canadel Panelling in Open Pore Rosewood and the dash is a sight to behold with its Metropolitan Skyline Gallery and Bespoke Clock. I have a hard time calling anyone getting into this car “passengers” so let’s […]
It’s almost time to pop the lid and enjoy the sun, so why not do it in the epitome of sophistication in this Rolls-Royce Dawn Drophead, outfitted in Midnight Sapphire. It has a signature interior in Mandarin and Navy Blue, accented by full grain leather, perfectly offset by full Canadel panelling in Open Pore Rosewood. […]
In New Zealand you’ll be lucky to see one of these, a special order Rolls-Royce Cullinan Black Badge finished in Burnout Grey. It comes with black badge alloys and gloss black brake callipers. Moving inside, it has a Black and Arctic White interior with a veneer in Technical Fibre. Pick one up now with a […]
M2 recently took its shaggiest guys for a spruce up at BarberShopCo. The end results were sharp and on point. So we quizzed the barbers behind the looks to get the inside line on how to pick a good look, and the products we need to maintain them. This look was provided to us by […]
Last week M2 took the lads down to BarberShopCo. for a sheering. A month of lockdown without seeing anyone had left everyone in dire need of some grooming. Fortunately we were in capable hands and the results really do speak for themselves. We caught a moment with our barbers to get the inside scoop on […]
Charlie Hunnam is your go-to guy when you want someone who looks like they can survive in forests for months at a time. Case in point his role in the film True History of the Kelly Gang, showing at the upcoming New Zealand International Film Festival 24-25th July. Tickets available from nziff.co.nz
A successful Kickstarter means that very soon people will be spritzing the acrid smell of outer space on themselves before heading out for a night on the town, thanks to the team at Eau de Space in San Francisco. The smell of space has been used for years now in astronaut training, but now any […]
Exposing New Heights Photo credit: NASA/Bill Ingallsl A false colour infrared exposure shows the SpaceX Flacon 9 rocket carrying its Crew Dragon spacecraft, with astronauts, Robert Behnken and Douglas Hurley on board on 30 May, 2020. The flight is the first launch as part of NASA’s Commercial Crew Program and demostrates SpaceX’s crew transportation system. […]
Tenet July 30th Ready for more Christopher Nolan mind bender faff? Tenet is for you. It’s a thriller espionage film where BlacKkKlansman’s John David Washington must deal with time shenanigans that are threatening to kick off World War III. But not time travel in a way you’ve ever seen it before. Nolan is doing his […]
Sneakerheads need to be wary when getting a new pair of kicks, there’s an entire cottage industry out there willing and ready to scam you out of a couple grand with a fake pair of Yeezys. Fortunately, like with all things, there’s an app for that. CheckCheck is available on Google Play and the Apple […]
Loake At This Let your dad know he needs to clean up his act with this classy Loake Valet Box straight from Sergios located in Christchurch and Queenstown. The box contains: Cleaning Cloth, Shoe horn , Leather protector, Suede cleaner, Small applicator brushes, Large Polishing Brushes Wax Polished: Black, Dark brown, Mid Brown, Tan, Neutral […]
“Each time someone told me it was a silly idea I think I got more determined to try and prove them wrong.” – Tim Brown, Founder and co-CEO of Allbirds “Failure is an option here. If things are not failing, you are not innovating enough” – Elon Musk,Co-founder and CEO of Tesla Always strive to […]
Where there are conspiracy theories there is money to be made, so it was only a matter of time until people who don’t understand how 5G works would get sold this perfectly normal 128mb USB stick as a 5G BIOSHIELD valued by its sellers to be worth NZ$545. Simply plug it in to your PC […]
The No Mess Cable Cables aren’t the sexiest part of the tech world. There’s always been the promise and the dream of “no-tangle” cables that don’t rely on you being on the ball all of the time, and perhaps this Kickstarter for SuperCalla – Charging & Data Cables Redesigned could be that prayer answered. Contained […]
Te Mata, New Zealand’s original fine wine estate, is offering wine lovers a rare chance to purchase their wines for 15% off with free shipping across New Zealand. National Treasures come in all shapes and sizes and in this case, flavours from the the oldest wine property in the country. Established in 1896, Te Mata […]
Tania Domett is the Director and Founder of Cogo, a research agency which since 2014 has delivered evidence-based insights to a broad range of private and public sector clients across New Zealand and Australia. Understanding and supporting mental wellbeing in the workplace is increasingly a priority for many New Zealand and Australian organisations and as […]
Kirsty Harkness is the first licensed industrial hemp grower in NZ vineyards, Co-founder and Managing Director of Mount Base Vineyards, Owner of Tigertiger photography agency, and Ice Angel. While very seemingly different businesses, Kirsty leverages the connections and creates new value along the way. While only it’s early days, Kirsty’s trials in growing hemp alongside […]
In tough times, it’s more important than ever to stand together and support local. Luckily, in terms of our wine industry, that means no compromise at all. A perfect example of local and yet world class winery is Mills Reef Winery. Established in 1989 by the Preston family, the Mills Reef brand has established itself […]
According to Christian Pistauer, Workplace Strategy Director of Meta5 Group in New Zealand, COVID-19 will dramatically change the commercial real estate sector in New Zealand for many years to come. The proclaimed ‘death’ of hotdesking or activity-based-working might be premature. Economic pressure, demand for flexibility and digitisation will push things into a different direction. The […]
Chloe and Florence are sisters who craft health beverages in their hometown of Nelson, New Zealand. Surrounded by mountains, lakes, and at the edge of the Pacific Ocean; the outdoors is their playground. Chloe is a neuroscientist and holds a diploma in herbal medicine. With this background and a passion for nutrition, Chloe set out […]
M2 recently took a few men in need of a haircut to Barbershop Co. to see what they could do after lockdown. This haircut was done by resident barber Tomi who gave our man Jonathan a messy high volume top with an undercut and skin fade, along with a bit of a beard trim to […]
For the upcoming issue of M2, we took a couple of our guys to BarberShopCo. to see what they could do. All our people came out looking top notch and even better than they started, which is always what you want happening after a visit to the barber. We quizzed the team at BarberShop Co. […]
If you were wanting a piece for your wrist that really dazzles, The Spirit of Big Bang Rainbow may be more your wheelhouse. It encapsulates the rainbow itself in two 39-mm and 42-mm timepieces. Baguette-cut gemstones are inset into King Gold cases. The 42mm allows a beautiful view of the face, but sapphires, rubiess, topazes, […]
Pulotu Selio Solomon has a history of leadership with a focus on inspiring and motivating communities to achieve at a high level – a strategic thinker and strong decision-maker. He holds qualifications in education and business administration and broad experience in the education sector and development. He is currently running initiatives in the health sector […]
We covered off on the Spirit of Big Bang collection from Hublot with the hugely colourful Spirit of Big Bang Rainbow, which, admittedly, may only be reserved for the bravest among us. For those looking for a more regal piece to wear on your wrist, may I now recommend the Hublot Moonphase King Gold. As […]
After 25 years in the corporate world, Gavin Oliver arrived in New Zealand in 2008 with a young family and a visa that gave him 24-months to establish a business or get unceremoniously sent home. With no experience of tourism and little knowledge of New Zealand, plus a vow to never wear a suit and […]
Hublot has literally got the entire spectrum of colours covered with their latest collection of Big Bang, a series they have been running since 2005 with great success. To mark the 15th anniversary, Hublot has conceived a new integrated bracelet with the knock on effect of a brand new case design. The new launch consists […]
From emergency operations control for the New Zealand Police to building several businesses, Ash has a passion for innovation and helping people achieve their dreams and success. An engineer by profession, Ash built up one of the country’s most respected cloud service’s agency before realising a long-standing dream of building a modern, stylish entertainment and […]
In a world where cinemas are emptied and streaming reigns supreme, it’s actors like Harry Shum Jr. who rule the roost. Harry’s a man of many talents. As well as taking frontline roles in Netflix movies and shows like the Crouching Tiger sequel and Shadowhunters, he’s also been a backup dancer for plenty of dance […]
Cinema is an exciting experience of sitting in a big dark warehouse with a sloped floor and a bunch of strangers. Unfortunately due to lockdowns, this particular activity has gone the way of the dodo, replaced instead with sitting in front of a much smaller screen in a much smaller room with no slopes and […]
Midnight Family Shot by documentary filmmaker, Luke Lorentzen, Midnight Family takes place in Mexico’s suburbs where the Ochoa family are trying to scratch a living with a private ambulance. The dad and two brothers face a weird juxtaposition of emotion when the call comes through. Someone needs an ambulance, then a moment of exhilaration as […]
What advice would you give your 20 year-old self? Think less and do more. It doesn’t matter what talents or gifts you think you may have, others without them will get further faster because they take action, rather than wasting time trying to figure out the absolutely perfect way of moving forward, or even worse, […]
The Beginning Like all good stories, M2 has a beginning – two guys and a dream. Also a gaping hole in NZ’s market for a Premium Men’s Magazine which wasn’t just an excuse for pinups. May 2005, Getting Started With prior experience in radio and magazines, Tim Lawrence with the help of one other, got […]
Photo credit: John Price / Red Bull Content Pool Will Gadd, alongside local climber and guide, Iain Miller, conquer previously unclimbed sea stacks on the Irish Coast, the tallest of which is known as Chaos Stacks. The County Donegal is home to some spectacular climbs and natural wonders created by the ebb and flow of […]
Photo credit: Jaanus Ree/Red Bull Content Pool Sébastien Ogier driving on to claim his sixth career Rally Mexico win and with it his first driving for Toyota. Amid mass cancellations across the world of motorsport, this was the last race still going ahead under the FIA world competition.
As far as top of the line watches go, you really can’t go wrong with the Breitling Navitimer B01 Chronograph 43. They’ve been going strong since 1952, being a favourite of pilots and aeronautical enthusiasts alike. Their design is both contemporary and timeless, this isn’t the sort of watch you’re going to regret when fashions […]
Sing For Me French bladesmiths make a big deal out of their singing razors and you can see why. The hollower the ground, the higher the pitch the ringing (or in this case, singing) sound is at the end of a strop. Thiers-Issard have been making wicked sharp blades for two centuries now and the […]
The 2020 Autumn/Winter collections are dropping now and honestly, here at M2 we’re pretty excited for what our favourite labels are bringing us. Among our top picks is the lineup Working Style is bringing which continues to be an evolution of great fabrics, soft construction, and most importantly of all, comfort. They always manage to […]
