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Greenpeace exposes sceptics hired to cast doubt on climate science

December 25, 2019December 9, 2015 by Editorial Team

Sting operation uncovers two prominent climate sceptics available for hire by the hour to write reports on the benefits of rising CO2 levels and coal

Flat-water surfing: Onean Electric surfboards

December 7, 2015 by Editorial Team

This electric jet board from Spanish watersports brand Onean is a real proof that you can surf without any swell and even enjoy high speed over water. Onean offers the adrenaline rush of riding anywhere.

Lightweight and fast, the integrated electric-powered jet-propulsion system is environmentally friendly and really intuitive to use. From cruising over the water surface for the most adventurous ones to the most extreme performances for adrenaline fans. Tides and wind conditions dependencies remain to the past, now you have nothing to depend on but yourself.

The electric-powered jet board (prices start from €3,450, Excl. VAT) is offered in two versions: Carver (designed for high-speed slaloming) and the very stable Manta (for entry-level users).

The Manta surfboard is a completely different concept from Carver. Really stable and easy to use, it has been designed for relaxed purposes and to enjoy the environment. Imagine the peacefulness you could experience taking long tours at a cruising speed of 8-10 km/h (5-6,3 mph).

Over the last few weeks, Onean team has been testing the speed on the Carver jet board.

“As we have already been sharing with all of you in most of the inquiries, there are many factors that come into play when talking about speed over the water surface. The weight of the rider and water surface conditions are crucial to determine these values. On our last series of test we have reached around 40 km/h (25mph) in optimal conditions. But please note: Speed in optimal conditions with an 80kg (175lbs) rider. With the same rider and choppy waters the speed decreases to around 35km/h (22mph),” explained Onean in a statement.

Once you have it, you’ll never want to walk again. Find out how to fly the Icaros.

December 4, 2015 by Editorial Team

Anything is possible in virtual reality. You can discover space or explore the Amazonas, fly through the perfect wave, or even combine your workout with a unique flying experience. A new fitness and gaming device developed by Hyve Innovation Design we can train our body and mind.

Simply with your movements on the Icaros you control and determine the flight path or diving path in the game. It sounds quite easy and so it is – but it needs a little exercise not to crash. Once you have it, you’ll never want to walk again, says Icaros fathers.

Icaros simulator is the Overall Winner of the ISPO Brandnew Award 2016. You can experience ICAROS at the ISPO Munich (the leading international platform for the sport business elite) from January 24th – 27th, 2016. Every year, more than 2,560 international exhibitors present their latest products from the segments of Outdoor, Ski, Action, Performance Sports, Textrends, Health & Fitness and Sourcing at ISPO MUNICH to over 81,000 visitors from more than 109 countries.

Hyve Design innovates, designs and develops groundbreaking innovations. The list of Hyve’s innovations includes The Grindboard carbon longboard, MAN 175D Marine Diesel Engine, Tyrolit knife sharpener, B/S/H Styline kitchen machine, Flexi Vario dog lead, MED-EL Samba audio processor, Audi Service key Reader, Telefunken Jet Flyer scooter, motorised ePaddle, Sunstar Virtus modular ibike kit, Paket Butler domestic package station and many more. They have even a Rapide Carbon Knitting technique. This is a rapid prototyping procedure with which a pretreated “prepreg” carbon strip is “printed”. This means that the carbon strip is interwoven with, e.g., an easy-melting PLA, from which it is possible to generate a three-dimensional mass without previous form. After the carbon form is firmly set, it can be easily treated with resin that will then render a high load-bearing, finished carbon composite component.

2015 Ski Oscars: Stein Eriksen Lodge Awarded World’s Best Ski Hotel for 2nd Consecutive Year

November 25, 2015 by Editorial Team

For the past three decades, Stein Eriksen Lodge, located mid-mountain at Deer Valley Resort U.S., has established itself as one of the most highly respected mountain resort destinations in the world. The latest title won by the luxury address is the distinction of World’s Best Ski Hotel by the World Ski Awards for the second … Read more

A one-of-a-kind Maserati Cipollini BOND road bike for the world’s finest road cycling exhibition

November 23, 2015 by Editorial Team

A one-off Maserati-branded Bond was auctioned for Action Medical Research.

A new design partnership pairs two iconic Italian brands with speed and style at their heart. To celebrate its collaboration with the inaugural Rouleur Classic event, luxury car maker Maserati has teamed up with Italian high-performance bike brand, Cipollini to create a one-of-a-kind Maserati Cipollini BOND road bike. The Cipollini BOND frame is painted in Maserati blue and white and features Rouleur Classic and Maserati branding, including the Maserati trident in red on either side of the seat tube.

Cipollini Bond, the first “not integrated monocoque” made by Cipollini, has a revolutionary patented construction system with front monocoque triangle + rear axle fitting called Atomlink. It allows great reactivity and power transfer to the ground, comparable to the best monocoques. Comfortable despite being aggressive and rigid, it is precise and elastic when descending. Aesthetically elegant, it also stands out in terms of sturdiness and great resistance to stresses. The frame is unbeatable in its segment.

The stunning bike, which was signed at the show by Mario Cipollini, was centrepiece of the Maserati Lounge, where visitors were invited to join a silent auction to win the bike and raise money for Action Medical Research.

“To pair two such like-minded Italian brands was an opportunity not to miss, and the Rouleur Classic is the perfect place to show the bike and hopefully raise a lot of money for charity. The lucky winner will be the owner of a truly unique bike,” commented Mario Cipollini, owner of Cipollini bikes.

‘When we started our Maserati Cycling initiative it was with the aim of enhancing the experience of the cycling community through our brand’s involvement in a series of unique and exciting cycling events. The vision behind the Rouleur Classic is absolutely complementary to what we are looking to achieve, and the show promises to become a must-attend destination for the discerning road cyclist,” said Peter Denton, Region Manager for Maserati Northern Europe.

‘We hope our partnership with Cipollini will add another interesting element to the event. To be able to produce a truly one-of-a-kind Maserati Cipollini road bike which will allow us to raise money for a great charity like Action Medical Research is fantastic. The bike is a beautiful piece of design and represents perfectly the style, tradition and quality that Maserati stands for,” added Denton.

The technical specification of the bike, with a RRP of £4500, comprises an Ultegra mechanical groupset, Selle San Marco Aspide racing saddle and a Fast Forward F2A alloy clincher wheelset.

The inaugural Rouleur Classic event took place 19 – 21 November 2015 at Vinopolis, London, offering visitors the very best in road cycling.