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Pumgo Skateboard: No Kicking Required

The Pumgo skateboard is a kick-less skateboard where the rider pumps the board back and forth to propel themselves forward.
It kind of looks like a seesaw for your feet.
Apparently the Pumgo is not only fun to ride, but it also gives your core muscles a great workout. 
Riding it requires core strength to remain balanced [...]

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  • Boards

    Light Up Ripstik Wheels»

    Add some light to your night Ripstik sessions. Check out these light up Ripstik wheels that you can install just for fun, or as a replacement for your old ones.

    Cycles

    21 Speed Bike? Pssh! How About an INFINITE Speed Bike?»

    There is something called the NuVinci CVT, which can be used on bikes to provide an UNLIMITED number of gears.  That’s pretty amazing.
    The NuVinci CVT (Continuously Variable planetary Transmission) system contains balls on the inside that, well… just watch the video, I don’t think I’d be able to explain it.
    When it’s equipped on a bike [...]

    Scooter

    The LA Electric Skatebike: a Bike and a Skateboard in one»

    Check out this electric creation called the LA Skatebike. It has handlebars, brakes, and a front wheel like a bike, but in place of the seat, pedals, and back wheel is a skateboard. It’s like a scooter, but it has a touch of skateboard added to the mix.
    The LA Skatebike has a 250 [...]

    Skates

    Orbitwheels, One Wheel For Each Foot»

    Who knew something so simple could be so much fun. With one foot inside of each wheel, the wheels of the Orbitwheel will spin around your feet. To move on the Orbitwheel, just move your legs back and forth. You can get creative with your own tricks and maneuvers, as they are all possible on [...]

    Sleds & Luges

    Zinger - a Downhill Luge With a Brake»

    Check out the Zinger! It’s the first downhill luge that utilizes a hand brake for controlling your speed. Pick a paved hill, sit on the Zinger, grab the handles, and bomb down the hill. You steer the…

    Motorized

    Motorized T-Board»

    It seems that with enough determination you can motorize anything.  Below is a video of a homemade motorized t-board. The t-board made by Tierney Rides rides like a snowboard, and has just two wheels.
    Motorized T-Board

    Homemade

    Make Your Own Caster Board»

    Making your own caster board like a ripstik or a wave board looks easy after watching this video, especially if you already have a skateboard deck lying around.

    Watercraft

    Hydrobike Water Bike»

    The creators of the Hydrobike claim that their water bike is the fastest and most efficient in the world.
    The pedals power a propeller that can bring a rider to cruising speeds of 4-6 mph, and a top speed of 10 mph.
    It’s quiet, stable, and can be used on most bodies of water.
    The Hydrobike can be [...]

    Everything Else

    Buy a Zorb»

    Ever wonder where in the world can you buy a Zorb? I’m sure many people ask, “where can I buy a Zorb?” after watching videos of others having a blast doing it. I know I did.
    Much to my surprise, you can indeed buy a Zorb off of eBay!

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    Altered Electric Skateboards»

    altered electric skateboards, originally uploaded by techfever.

    Nice electric skateboard