Topps – 10K Card Journey

10K Card Journey

The $25 Card Hunt: 2007 Topps Stadium Club Wilt Chamberlain 1st Day Issue /1999

Today’s pickup is a 2007 Stadium Club 1st Day Issue featuring Wilt Chamberlain and Bill Russell, which I grabbed for just $10. The 1st Day Issue stamp marks this as a rarer parallel, and with two of the greatest big men ever on one card, it’s a hobby steal under $25

September 8, 2025
The $25 Card Hunt: 2006–07 Topps Turkey Red Tim Duncan Jersey Relic

Today’s pickup is a 2006–07 Topps Turkey Red Tim Duncan jersey relic, bought for just $9 shipped. From a championship season, this card ties directly to the Spurs’ 2007 title run. Duncan remains undervalued in the hobby, making relics like this an affordable piece of NBA history.

August 19, 2025
Why I Just Made the Most Expensive Purchases of My Life ($6,000 for 5 Copies of the Same Card!!!)

Fueled by my belief in Carlos Alcaraz’s generational talent and the rarity of his first autograph cards, I made my most expensive sports card purchases yet—multiple 2022 Netpro Premium Rainbow Autos. With tennis cards still in their infancy, I see immense long-term upside as the hobby gains momentum worldwide.

July 7, 2025
Are Arena Club Slab Packs Worth it With a Discount?

A surprise $20 coupon convinced me to try an Arena Club Gold slab pack. I landed a PSA 10 Aaron Judge rookie—solid value for my $87. While discounts are rare, they really help lower the break-even point to a more realistic price.

June 29, 2025
6 Months into the 10K Card Journey: My Progress

Returning to collecting in 2025 reignited my passion for sports cards and inspired the 10K Card Journey. With a $10,000 budget, I’ve focused on meaningful rookie and historic cards across sports, learned the ins and outs of various platforms, and shared every step to help others navigate the hobby alongside me.

May 19, 2025