The bicycle has changed a lot since the days when your front wheel would be bigger than a tractor’s. We now have multiple gears, lightweight titanium and aluminum frame, and, best of all, the wheels are generally the same size. Now comes the new e-Bike by Polaris, which has 8 speeds, is electric, comes with a unique pedal sensor to know how much energy the rider is exerting, and so much more that this bike is almost technologically intimidating.

The new eBike Polaris is unique, not only because it is electric, but because of it’s ability to synergize with the rider. With it’s the e-Bike’s BioSync technology it can actually read how much power is being putting into the pedals and adjust accordingly in order to give the rider the most comfortable ride. Where most electrical bikes are either controlled by a throttle or by pedal, this e-Bike can do both and in throttle mode, can actually move along without pedaling at all.

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Skiing and snowboarding probably top the list of cool competitive snow sports, but sledding, mostly practiced by snotty kids on a mound of two week old powder on a trashcan lid, is somewhere on the bottom of that list. Unfortunately, for extreme sledders the options are slim and the sport is still very niche. Trust me, when you’re done reading this article google “extreme sledding” and then google “extreme skiing.” You decide what looks more fun. You’d probably find most of these extreme sledders hunched over their hot chocolate at the lodge trying not to make eye contact. But the Snolo “Stealth X” – which is a little like the Maserati of sleds –might change all that.

Made of a sleek, lightweight carbon fiber, the Snolo “Stealth X” was invented by retired probation officer and New Zealander Sean Boyd. Boyd, self admittedly inept at snowboarding and skiing, combined his automotive, plastics and metal industries background and love of design to make a sled that wasn’t completely embarrassing to ride down the slopes.

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Most artists have a different way of looking at the world. The same applies to the way they traverse it. Deep in the woods of Nikola-Lenivets, Russia – which is a rising bohemian and artistic community about 4 hours from Moscow – an Estonian architecture firm Salto has built a 170-foot-long trampoline road. Now visitors to this remote creative enclave can hop and leap to their hearts desire while they sing free in the beautiful Russian sunshine.

The foot path, which is called “Fast Track,” was designed by Maarja Kask, Karli Luik and Ralf Lõoke of Salto – which in Latin means “to leap or jump” and in gymnastics refers to a somersault – to challenge “the concept of infrastructure that only focuses on technical and functional aspects and tends to be ignorant to its surroundings.” And the surroundings they are referring to are a wooded bucolic utopia that artists, craftsmen, architects and more have slowly been moving into – some full time – since the late 1980s.

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Do you ever wish you had enough facial hair to keep you warm on the slopes but lack the time to grow a prize winning beard over the short weekend break from your daily 9-5?

With the Beardski you can embrace your inner beard with all the benefits of an adjustable, thermal fleece lined, water resistant, neoprene face shielding, skin saver.

The beard also features a soft skin facing liner so you won’t have to worry about itching or shedding hairs all over your lint trap of a thermal sweater.

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Why not keep the air in your bike’s tires, even while out on the trail (or road) with the BioLogic PostPump Seatpost.

For someone who mountain bikes rigorous 6.1 mile trails in the hillocks of Cathedral Pines, having a patch kit and tools packed away on the bike has always been essential; but I have lacked the necessary pump to air up my tire should I ever get a flat or puncture and need to fix it.

The bike pump of my dreams is the Biologic PostPump that fits inside the seat post.

My bike’s frame is already bracketed with a water bottle holder so installing an air pump to the body is not possible (not to mention those pumps are often expensive, made of cheap plastic, and break upon impact or a fall).

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The PowerSki Jetboard is a fast, lightweight, stand-up motorized surfboard that anyone can ride. Why? Because everyone knows standing on a regular surfboard in calm water is boring and you look stupid.

This steroid packed surfboard runs on a patented, single cylinder, two stroke 330cc electric start engine that pumps out 45 horsepower capable of propelling a rider 40 mph on flat water. And if you’ve ever ridden a typical jet ski, you know 40 mph can easily feel like 80 mph when you’re skimming just inches from the surface.

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If you’ve always wanted to carry a knife but, were afraid to look like “that guy,” the Cardsharp 2 now packs three inches of surgical stainless steel goodness into a package slim enough to fit discretely into your wallet.

This ingenious design from Ian Sinclair has all the cutting capabilities of a typical pocket knife but, at 2.2mm thick, is only as wide as a couple of credit cards and at 13 grams, it won’t exactly weigh you down.

The transforming polypropylene body features hinges guaranteed for life and a unique child proof safety lock that will keep the razor sharp blade at bay while its resting in your more sensitive areas.

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Gone are the days of wimpy electric motors and short lived, long charging NiCd batteries. We now live in a time where motors have cojones and Lithium-Polymer batteries can crank out the kilowatts, it’s about time we put them to good use on skateboards that do 0-28mph in 1.9 seconds!

With its 16.5 kW peak power output and it’s four low geared, torquey as all hell, 850 W motors, the newly released 4WD Trail Rider from Gnarboard can do just that. Unless you happen to drive a high end sports car, this skateboard is likely faster than your daily driver.

Unlike your daily driver, the Trail Rider is ready for both on and off road action with all-terrain tires capable of traversing soft sand and clawing up steep hills. I could paint a picture but, you really need to see the video to understand just how capable this beast is.

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If you’re looking for a new potential neck breaking sport or just a unique eco-friendly way to get around town, the Gauswheel might be the answer.

This cross between a unicycle and a skateboard with a twist of parkour is perfect for the type of people who want to carve the streets and attract attention doing it – you know who you are.

For those who spend time looking for a little more action and aren’t afraid to absolutely annihilate their cash and prizes (it really should come with a Muay Thai boxing cup) , the Gueswheel is constructed of durable reinforced nylon composite capable of handling jumps and dumps.

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If you love the feeling the breeze of the open road but aren’t a huge fan of the risks of balancing on two wheels, the Sway might be just what you’re looking for.

This small but capable trike is equipped with a 3000w electric motor and powered by a 60v Lithium Iron Phosphate pack that boasts a top speed of 40mph and a range of 30 miles.

What really makes this scooter interesting is the patented front end linkage that provides even the most beginner riders with a sense of stability that is otherwise lacking from two wheeled models. Not only is the design intuitive but, the three wheeled stance also allows for safe operation in snow, mud, and ice… something that is next to impossible on a standard motorcycle (I speak from experience).

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