Skateboarding icon Tony Hawk, who’s been flipping gravity the bird since the ‘80s, is now shredding the audio scene with a killer collab. Skullcandy, the brand that’s all about raw, street-ready sound, has joined forces with Bose to drop the METHOD 360 ANC earbuds, and Hawk’s hyping them as the real deal, calling them “legit – affordably killer sound.”
Skullcandy’s always been the go-to for folks living loud, whether they’re grinding rails or battling a hectic commute. The METHOD 360 ANC earbuds, priced at a wallet-friendly $129.99 (with an introductory offer of $99.99), pull in Bose’s audio wizardry to deliver pristine sound and legit noise cancellation without the bank-breaking price tag. “This product sets a new standard,” says Justin Regan, Skullcandy’s VP of Marketing. “We’re launching at $99.99 because we want more people to hear what’s next. But make no mistake, Method 360 ANC belongs in the premium tier.”
- Sound by Bose
- Adjustable 4-Mic Active Noise Cancelling
- Up to 40 Hours of Battery with ANC Off
These buds are built to keep up, with up to 40 hours of juice—11 hours in the earbuds, 29 more in the case without ANC, or 32 hours total with it on—perfect for marathon jam sessions or grinding through work. A 10-minute quick charge nets you two hours of playtime, a lifesaver for the forgetful. They’re IPX4 sweat- and water-resistant, ready for rainy dashes or sweaty workouts, and come in five sharp colorways: Black, Bone, Primer, Plasma, and a loud Leopard print.
Bose’s DNA shines in the audio, with licensed tech like acoustic tuning and a chipset that pumps out crisp highs, punchy bass, and a wide stereo stage. The four-mic hybrid ANC is a beast, muting everything from train roars to office buzz, though it’s a step shy of Bose’s $299 QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds. A customizable Stay-Aware mode lets you dial in the outside world when you’re weaving through city crowds, keeping you sharp.
Comfort’s dialed in with three sizes of ear gels and fit fins, backed by Bose’s ergonomic smarts for a lock-tight fit that won’t bug your ears, whether you’re skating, sprinting, or chilling. Wear detection’s a neat trick—pop out a bud, and your tunes pause; pop it back, and they’re back on. The Skull-iQ app hands you the reins, letting you mess with EQ, remap touch controls, and fine-tune ANC to your vibe.
The charging case breaks the mold, sliding open instead of flipping, with a built-in O-ring clip to hook onto your bag or belt. It’s a bit beefy but locks tight with a satisfying click, so your buds won’t go flying.
Hawk’s not just a cameo here—as a Skullcandy ambassador, he’s the brand’s rebellious soul, and his stamp of approval carries serious cred. The launch campaign, a cheeky heist-style video with Hawk alongside skaters like Una Farrar and Mason Silva, plays up “stealing” Bose’s premium sound, dripping with the brand’s irreverent edge. Hawk’s been pushing limits forever, and these earbuds are Skullcandy’s way of doing the same.
For $129.99, the METHOD 360 ANC earbuds pack Bose-tuned sound, solid ANC, marathon battery life, and a look that’s equal parts practical and in-your-face, undercutting most high-end rivals. They’re not perfect—the case is a bit of a brick, and bass-heavy tuning might not vibe with opera buffs—but for commuters, gym rats, or anyone craving top-notch audio without dropping $300, they’re a steal. You can snag ‘em now on Skullcandy’s site or at spots like JB Hi-Fi (Leopard’s online-only), proof that Hawk and Skullcandy are still landing big tricks.
