A Look at Scuba Wet Suits

Scuba wet suits were not taken seriously until World War II and the advent of Navy Frogmen (SEALs) who became one of America’s most effective weapons of the war. On any kind of measurable basis, costs of operations versus costs of effectiveness, man-to-man, or overall kill ratios, the SEALs exceeded expectations on any level.

Skateparks and Skateboard Parks of the Future - Low-Tech Changes

A study has just been completed by an online think tank, which seems to indicate that Skateboard Parks are changing and still evolving. There will be many high-tech changes and uses of technologies at these facilities, but there will be low-tech changes too.

What Shape will Hover Boards of the Future Be?

Everyone knows what a skateboard looks like, but will it always look like that? The reason I ask is that in the 1900s a skateboard was a two-by-four with roller skate wheels attached and a basket or crate in the middle used to zoom down hills and crash on.

Hoverboarding and Skateboarding - Speed is Life

Extreme Skateboarding is unlike any sport in the world and the athletic talent, skill and agility to compete at that level is 1:100,000. In the future these events and these riders will be using some new high-tech toys, namely; The Hover Board. It is the wave of the Future.

Plastic, Composite, Wood Skateboards and Skateboard Trucks

Plastic skateboards are made of several different types of plastics and are relatively easy to make in large quantities by using injection molding manufacturing processes. Most plastic skateboards are considered cheap compared to the wooden skateboards.

Flying Skateboards - The Hover Boards of The Future Are Almost Here

There has never been a greater time to be a kid and it is only going to get better. The toys of the future will be absolutely incredible, in fact today we can walk down any toy isle in any store and we are overwhelmed by the advancement in sophistication and authenticity. The kids of today like the complexity and realness of the toys and for adults it makes them wonder

Skateboards and Hover Boards at Work

Anyone who has ever ridden a skateboard knows that they make excellent and efficient transportation to get to one place or another. It is a lot faster than walking and a lot less tiring than running. In the future skateboards will become hover boards and they will ride along on a cushion of air. This will make them excellent for use at work. What sorts of jobs might skateboard-hover boards be good for?

Making Skateboards of The Future Fly

When trying to make any object fly one needs to employ the sciences of physics and aerodynamics and it sure pays to know a little about engineering as well. When looking at building the first flying skateboard which would be fully controllable by the rider just like a high-tech skateboard we looked to our Online Think Tank for answers.

Future Flying Skateboards and Hover Boards - Mechanical Components

Engineers are now designing the skateboards of the Future. The skateboards will really be flying hover-boards and much like the Hollywood Movie Back to the Future II, with Michael J. Fox and Biff. One interesting dilemma for these designers is should these skateboards have wheels at all - With or No Wheels - should they have Landing Gear Retraction?

Skateboard Wheels that Improve Performance and Safety

Skateboard wheels don't just keep your board rolling -- they are also responsible for keeping you on your feet as you tackle different terrains. They are designed to withstand high friction and contact with rough surfaces, such as dirt and concrete. They come in different sizes and hardness levels, and choosing the right wheel can greatly improve your performance.

Extreme Skateboarding at Maple Skatepark in the Outer Banks

Think of the Outer Banks and recreation, and the more obvious water sports come to mind. Anybody planning a vacation to the shores of North Carolina, be it Dare or Currituck County, is likely looking forward to days of relaxing in the sun, surfing, fishing, and coasting the waves on a jet ski. Newer visitors to the Currituck Outer Banks may be surprised to know, however, that an alternative recreational activity awaits them at Maple Skate Park.

Skateboarding Shoes

Skateboarding has evolved over the years and is now a serious sport. You can purchase special skateboarding shoes that help enhance your skater style and also help you maintain stability on your board. But there are so many different styles and brands. How do you choose?

A Simple History Of Skateboarding For Girls

Skateboarding may be popularly known as a male sport, but the women's skateboarding movement is alive and well.

Ski Jacket Search - So Many Ski Jackets, So Little Time

A quality ski jacket is a must for anyone considering hitting the slopes or spending a significant amount of time in cold weather. You will find quite the variety of ski jackets on the market but do not let the variety of brands, styles and looks frustrate you.