CES 2015 was the year of the automobile. The opening keynote was presented by Mercedes, and included the unveil of the first ever concept car to be released at CES, and nearly all the auto companies were in attendance showing off the latest automotive tech. For sure the key trends in the segment were autonomous driving, the connected car (or the IoT; "Internet of Things") and … [Read more...] about CES 2015: Automotive Tech
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Exploring Elements 2014: Adventures Abound!
So much awesome went down in 2014, but it can be summed up in two words; build & drive! We sold the Sportsmobile, designed & built the EEXP overland adventuremobile and hit the road for a circumnavigation of North America. With about 24,000 miles in the EEXP, and over 3,000 miles of that off-pavement, the adventures were plentiful! While not every adventure has been … [Read more...] about Exploring Elements 2014: Adventures Abound!
REVIEW: Flying Off Everest (Book)
Flying Off Everest (BUY NOW) This is author Dave Costello’s first book which traces the journey, and lives, of two Nepalese men, Babu and Lakpa, who became the 2012 National Geographic Adventurers of the Year for their spectacular journey from THE summit to the sea. They climbed Everest, paraglided from its summit and kayaked to the sea. Each of these accomplishments in … [Read more...] about REVIEW: Flying Off Everest (Book)
A Sign of Whitewater Industry Health?
Confluence Press Release: "Wave Sport's 2014 Sponsorships Show Commitment to Whitewater Kayaking Community" I’m a bit shocked by this press release put out by Confluence Watersports about its commitment to the whitewater community by its whitewater brand Wavesport. This is a pathetic list of supported efforts in the whitewater world! I’m not saying the things on the … [Read more...] about A Sign of Whitewater Industry Health?
Van Life Holiday Greetings: A Look Back at 2013
2013 has been a crazy year here at Exploring Elements. It started off by getting back to the states after an amazing month driving around Mexico for the Maya Rally. The crazy adventures continued all year, highlighted by; Jan. skiing in Tahoe, Feb's Gems & Brews Tour, a March filled with Desert Rendezvous/Santa Cruz Paddle Fest/Easter Jeep Safari, April in Baja, May at … [Read more...] about Van Life Holiday Greetings: A Look Back at 2013