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A new way to brew a cup of joe
The new GPS app SkiLynx tracks stats (think speed and miles skied) as well as your, and your friends', exact locations on a resort map
Now you can take care of that kink anywhere, any time
Don’t leave the house without it
Turns out the navigation devices routinely overestimate distance traveled. Why that quirk hasn't—and won't—affect cyclists.
A commuter so light it wouldn’t qualify for the Tour de France
Just make sure your kid wears a helmet
These new cameras can take photos and video that are just as good, and in some cases better, than those of their old-school rivals
Last week, Google announced it will make its maps available offline. We tested the new feature in New York and South Africa—and found the service works brilliantly.
For killing zombies or cleaning up your backyard
The FAA task force released its drone-registration recommendations Monday. Every small UAV weighing more than half a pound must be registered with the agency, but the process to do so seems downright reasonable.
The 23-year-old inventor on upgradable smart jackets, Zero UI, and why the Apple Watch isn’t the future of wearables
After trying goTenna on the streets of Brooklyn, we’re convinced the Snickers-sized device is the future of off-the-grid communication and a game changer for international travelers
The coolest zero-carbon home we've ever seen
From kraut to kefir, we’ve partnered with bacteria for centuries. Now researchers are programming one strain to revolutionize gym apparel.
Our editors played hooky for a day to take advantage of last week's 29-inch dump on Santa Fe, New Mexico
The Avanet app provides key data about weather, snowpack, and avalanche danger—crowdsouced by the people who live and play in the mountains
Never overcook your steak again
Sure, it would look good over the fireplace. But the bow deserves a shot in the field.
Complete with an electric motor (you'll need it to move the 70-pound machine) and a 10-inch front tire
Five essentials to keep you safer, and happier, on the slopes or in the city. (Zeal Optics) Zeal Optics HD2 Goggles Zeal Optics’ HD2 goggles incorporate a 170-degree high-definition camera that’s operated by a three-button control on the side of the frame, so you can discreetly capture action…
Whether you need to cut ounces or film backcountry turns, here are four items for charging hard on the slopes
The U.S. government just created our dream house and car
The lawsuit generated a lot of news, but we suspect Polaroid doesn't have much of a case
A lightweight snow tool for building bigger, gnarlier jumps
A (relatively) affordable pro-level Red camera
It's the company's least exciting edit yet, but here's why we're still pumped about it
Earlier this year, GoPro announced plans to release a quadcopter in the first half of 2016. This featured video was captured with a developmental prototype of GoPro's quadcopter and stabilization system. No post-production stabilization was implemented; this is an example of the incredible image quality we are already able to…
Most U.S. resorts have adopted a no-drone policy. Here’s what you need to know about where and when recreational UAVs can fly.
Camp lights for when you don't have to worry about fast and light
A sleek holder to carry road-bike essentials under your saddle
New inflatable vests from POC and Dainese could save professional racers’ lives. So why isn’t the gear mandatory?
From a supercharged light for a GoPro to a bike light that actually keeps you safer, these are our nine favorite little things for the gadget geek in your life.
Old-school picks so good they've remained unchanged for decades
It all depends on what you’re watching and how much you want to spend
The new action-cam add-on takes the wiggle out of your adventure footage
That high-pitched whine you’re about to hear at your favorite ski hill? It’s the sound of UAVs dropping avy charges.
Who needs music when you can listen to the birds and rivers in high-def?
Sleep in comfort while pedaling across America
Pro-quality shots, without the post-production software headache
Pros are trading in their bulky setups for this mirrorless camera that’s totally loaded with industry-leading specs
There’s no excuse to leave this TSA-approved multitool at home
Cameras that shoot 360-degree footage could make virtual fitness classes a reality. But the tech’s not quite there yet.
A 22-foot-long ark to weather nature's biggest storms
Because aerial footage is so passé
Smarter, lighter, better-looking wearables to track your data
Time to tear down those posters and put some real art work on the walls
A handful of smart wearables promise to detect heat-related illnesses before they become dangerous. Trouble is, they're vastly over-promising on their abilities.
How the space-saving DxO One compares with a $1,000 mirrorless cameras twice its size
The $800 Forcite Alpine packs a 4K action cam, GPS, and accelerometer into its shell. You don't need all this tech in a snowsports lid. But do you want it?
We break down the science behind these devices and explore which ones will keep you safest
The aerial playhouses certainly aren't just for kids anymore
For sci-fi nerds who need to look sharp
Just because you’re an adult doesn’t mean you can’t play with toys
After gaining an interest in drones, Seattle-based filmmaker Beau Sylte met up with a local quad copter racing group to learn more about them and FPV racing in general. He found out that the future of drones is still being written, but it's moving very fast. …
Fulfill your childhood dream of living in a tree
In the future we’ll have fitness trackers that aren’t just fancy step-counters
We used all the watches, heart rate monitors, clips, smart glasses, and apps we could get our hands on, so you don't have to
The only super specialized, totally niche ski-mountaineering bike you need
The doghouse for owners with refined architectural taste—and a spare grand
Significantly more performance than a GoPro, but significantly less expensive than other pro-quality setups
The company's new app makes sharing footage to social easier than ever
You can now ditch the phone but still accurately track your workouts, thanks to watchOS 2
A DIY boat that sets up in a hurry
Developed for disaster, repurposed for fun
LuvByrd: the new, best way to find a partner for bombing singletrack and shredding the steeps
When it comes to ease of use and video quality, the new UAV can't be beat