This Next-Gen Hiking Tech Changes EVERYTHING! (DNSYS X1)
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- čas přidán 15. 04. 2024
- The DNSYS X1 is an exoskeleton that offsets up to 38kg of weight and is designed to help you hike and run further, faster, easier and with less wear and tear on your body.
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Yes this looks so much fun and would he amazing to improving in ultra running. Where can I get one ? ❤
@@leerunsultras Looks like Stephen already answered that above👆😄
@@Alex-91006 ty
imagine just hopping on a bike and suddenly it's an ebike lol
how fast can I climb a tree and can i outrun a bear - useful things
EDIT: Also needs a swim mode so i can swim really fast and for longer distances - imagine scuba diving with extra speed and distance
Very good starting point. Interface needs a bit of simplification so resistance mode can recharge the battery. Reasonable initial price if good durability.
As a senior citizen that likes to go backpacking in the mountains, I am losing strength and endurance in my 70's and could really use one of these to keep me climbing into my 80's.
Thats what I was thinking come a few years once I can't run t
Or hike the mountains I'll definitely be getting something like this. Why wouldn't you
Get in the gym grandpa, no excuses
My first thought was this could be amazing for seniors that are just struggling with daily tasks.
@@tayloranderson456 If they modify the code to allow an option to press down on both knees simultaneously then use the motors to assist a senior citizen to stand up, then walk, they could get it certified as a medical device, this would allow cost to be covered with medical insurance like Medicare. Should be just a minor software change to allow that option.
Please make sure you don't backpack into any remote places where you'll be relying on this thing get you back out safely.
$500 for this kind of equipment seems absolutely incredible. Definitely seems like it'd be practical for all kinds of application from rehab to recreation and beyond.
I'm slowly working on all the features of my super suit.
Got a Meta Quest 3 for UI, oxygen concentrator for high altitude and/or athletic boost, ultrasonic sensors and 360 camera with haptic feedback belt for Spidey sense, got AI running locally on my PC for the brains, etc.
I'm halfway to iron Man with only off the shelf parts.
Well said. The Kickstarter backers get it for $500. Late comers will have to pay $1000. I still think it is fairly priced for what it can do. My primary modes of transportation are walking, driving, and light rail. If I can walk double the distance in a single day on my urban hikes, it will be worth it. I usually power walk 10 miles in a single day at 4.5 mph speed, but I would love to travel 20 miles at something like 5.5 mph speed in a single day.
If it seems too good to be true, it probably is.
@@TowelGard the evidence is right in your face but keep being pessimistic lol
@@TowelGard not so in today's world. The age of technology makes everything look sci-fi now. Especially with AI. We're living in the future.
This would be great for Mountain rescue, having to run up a mountain with your hill kit and things like part of a stretcher or medical bags could potentially gain you extra lifesaving minutes to get to a casualty.
That’s a good idea, those mountain runner medics are bad ass, but anything would hep
@@Stpetersburginjurylawyersmp Yes, GREAT application!
Medics in the army
Oh that's a brilliant one! I do think there are military versions of these being developed. But also even just search and rescue, get them up the mountain faster
@@StephenJReid or even firefighters carrying the heavy hose up the stairs in a tall building, or helping paramedics lift a heavy patient.
they have way better
@@novembermike512 Or really any physically intensive job. My first thought was how nice these would be at work.
It's the reverse. A lot of things like mobile phones, gps and networks were at the military first, then came to the public.
One of the slimmest exoskeleton I've seen.
Yeah only other one I've seen powered and this compact is from Roam Robotics and those probably cost thousands.
As a physiotherapist I can for sure see the potential for this product in a wide range of people and pathologies. Rehab purposes, fitness and general quality of life to name some. Certainly more convenient for both patients and clinicians than methods like hydrotherapy and assisted treadmills. Very exciting tech indeed.
I hope to be one of those old people that are the first to die on Mars.
One of the OG expendable colonists.
This technology is going to be crucial for maintaining bone and muscle density. The ideas to use resistance to simulate gravity.
As a person who runs hills this is going to destroy noobies knees and joints. Should be pretty cool to see them zip past me like robocop though.
Up the mountain doesn’t destroy knees so much. Level and down hill… you’re totally right.
My knees hurt almost every hike :(
@@nateums I use an app called Splits Trainer before I do any training or big hiking. Upper body is okay with light stretching but lower body needs to be fully warmed up IMO. Can't get away with being lazy about stretching 40+
Thanks for sharing this. Rather than a spots environment, I can see this being helpful in rehabilitation scenarios - post operational resistance muscle building or assisted walking - extending someones ability to keep just walking to the shops...
Yeah I think rehab for sports injuries could be a use
13:30 "less wear and tear on their joints" - things can be exactly opposite, joints in this case work in unusual way which may in turn make them tear and wear in unusual way, especially during prolonged usage. This thing definitely has many practical purposes but I'd be very cautiois trying to use it for regular training or recreation.
Yeap + additional weight
this could potentially double as a VR input device for stationary or waist-suspended walking/running, as it could send the data to a PC, and either resist or assist you based on the game worlds terrain, i.e. going downhill in the game means assistance is provided, and vice versa
that's an interesting idea!
As someone who hikes annually and is getting older with back issues, this device could be a game changer for keeping up with the kids. Can't wait to have this available.
So many benefits for an injured runner or hiker. Rehab or just extending the time one can be out in nature. Terrific product and a glimpse into the future. Thanks Stephen 👍
The next version should have regenerative battery power.
We are living in a renaissance of exoskeletons/ mobility assist devices. I picked up the Hypershell Carbon, and this looks great too.
What is your shipping number? When can you receive the product and experience it? I'm a bit interested, are there any review videos on CZcams?
Military applications, carry gear and arrive at a destination with more energy for the fight.
Recreation applications, hike climb run faster
Mobility applications for people with leg weakness or elderly
Training applications for speed work or resistance training
Etc
This will change so many ways people do physical activity.
I enjoy mountain climbing. I can imagine long hikes into a mountain route being easier with all the gear, arrive at high camp with more energy left for the summit push.
It can be used as a tool just like physical therapy and post-surgery recovery, and it can be used to train longer and harder. Everybody can benefit from this amazing technology! It is a beautiful concept!
Absolutely insanely useful. Hiking and long city walks are now available for elderly and all! WOW!
I'm a disabled veteran with spinal damage; I can still walk, but I need a cane / crutches, and own a powered wheelchair for mobility assistance due to how painful walking/standing can be.
I'm looking forward to trying these out to see if they might improve my daily life, though even the reduced price is a bit much for me to jump in. I'm thinking that I'll contact the manufacturer to see if they care to use me and my specific medical situation for testing / PR.
Yeah I’d definitely contact them first, might not be best suited to your needs but can’t hurt to ask
Think about healthy older people (like me, 70yo) who could use these for walking tours of cities; help with walking in long rural areas; biking. My wife could use them to keep up with our younger and way more fit children and grandchildren!
Initial thought after pressing play: Please, don't faceplant, yeah?!
Also, I'm looking forward to finishing this episode! Best outdoor channel on the tubes But you already know I'm a fan
Managed to not faceplant 😂
Large packs/rucks with this integrated into the waistband system would be completely game changing for hunting/mil applications. Seems like it could even take weight off the back, amplifying the waistband’s effect. 😮
This looks like it'd be great for people with hip issues!
It is cheaper and far more useful and usable than the apple goggles. $1000 is priced right for the DNSYS device.
Kinda comparing apples and oranges thete
Great video Stephen!!! I'll be curious to see if runners use this as part of their training regiment in the future. Thanks for the video!!!
Don't need this yet, but I'll happily use the mature version of this in 20 or so years.
This is mind-blowing. Imagine what people will have in 50 years 😳
I think it would be very beneficial for someone with a 70L backpack! Perfect use case!!
Would be neat if it was built into a backpack
Pretty cool gadget. I can see the benefits of it.
Heck yes, amazing that this is Gen 1. I am slower than my wife and kids by a lot, would love to use this on hikes one day.
That's a really good point. I'm slower than my wife too and it would alleviate a lot of her frustration with me. She would hellishly mock me though.
The idea is amazing - good times ahead I hope.
I let myself get too sick from some parasite and now I have severe muscular dystrophy and struggle to walk more than a few meters at a time. It's going to take a while to build my muscle back up and something like this would be perfect for assisting me until then if I lived in part of the world where I could get it shipped to me. But I could see a great use case for people who have been hospitalized or bedridden for long periods, possibly in a coma, who have lost most of their muscle mass and need help getting around while they rebuild their natural muscle.
You have gone tomorrow’s world. Love it ❤
Tomorrows world, today 😂
i'd honestly get it just so i could handle my lawn and gardening all day without my 8 disk herniations causing my hips to constantly pop out and my thighs to spasm at night. thats the main reason for me that i can't do distance walking anymore and something like this seemingly is going in a direction to help my issues specifically
Thank you for including the km/h, and not just mph.
It's easy to do, and makes the video more enjoyable, but suprisingly difficult for a lot of content creators.
Love the idea of these but very wary of the joint misalignment issues. Maybe one for the future. Fun though
What do you mean by joint misalignment issues?
@@StephenJReid best to google it
Oh you mean for exoskeletons in general, seemed like you had seen a specific issue relating to this one.
@@StephenJReid yes
An assistant that helps you get up hills faster/easier when can i get my legs on one, but for the folk that have mobillity issues I think something has just come along that is going to realy help.
Yeah I can these being a big help to people who might otherwise have to stop hiking
Resistance mode sounds amazing for sprinters!
I never had too much of a problem climbing or scrambling "up" mountains or monroes..... it was always dealing with my jelly thigh muscles that threatened to collapse on me for 2 miles on the way back "down". I can see these being super useful for the assist up and a much safer way to go back down in resist mode.
This is such a cool concept! I can't wait to see how this technology develops in the future. Maybe one day we will be able to run up mountains or even swim at super speeds with the help of exoskeletons...I can't believe you were able to run up a mountain wearing those robot legs! That's incredible I would love to try a pair someday! I wonder how it would feel to wear for a long hike though Sir
Still requires effort and training to run the mountain but these make it much easier.
@@StephenJReid ya 😃✌️
Id like to see this used on a cyclist
I was thinking the same thing.
Or riding an EUC.
It makes it easier to lift your legs, with cycling you need help pushing the leg down. So maybe resistance mode might be better For cycling?
@@sixfeetwonder_ If you're doing a smooth pedalling motion then you need help both pulling and pushing so they would still help
thinking the same. with clipped shoes on
nah, just use ebike
I need that device, also useful for people with copd lung issues with it being less strenious to walk
True! My breathing recovered a lot faster using these
Could be super useful when carrying heavy packs. I go caving and often carry 40-50lbs for 3-4 miles. This would be so nice to get to the cave fresh instead of being so tired. Could be useful for search and rescue too.
As a veteran I immediately think of soldiers wearing something like this to extend their range and speed.
For me personally I’d use it mainly in resistance mode while training.
Is there an automatic mode that varies assistance and resistance based on inclines? Like an automatic gear shift. If not there should be.
Also, you could reverse engineer the app and use their API to control it. I'd use this with a VR/MR app to toggle resistance on when walking through liquid and toggle it off when walking out of it. It's rare that we get kinesthetic haptics in a relatively affordable consumer device.
Edit: something else I just thought of, people that have trouble getting out of chairs like my aunt that uses a motorized chair can probably use this or something like it soon to help get up. Motorized chairs are a couple grand and can't be taken with you everywhere.
Wow, this may be what I need! I've developed hip issues that limit how far I can run/walk, perhaps with these I could actually walk more than 5-6 miles a day ;?)
A welcome change from every YT reviewing the same tent,rinse repeat. Good work fella👍🏻👏💪🏻
Stephen your being outdone in the fashion stakes by @novicewildcamper who is sporting triple Fjallraven in his latest vid. How will you respond🤔
I can’t be bothered with tent reviews, they don’t have a a wide enough appeal for me. Although I will do one occasionally
For 500-1000$, you could use that if you have physical-endurance issues for work. It would pay for itself and likely net you more money with more hours being able to be worked!
These make me think of how terrifying it is when a bump causes my Segway to suddenly turn 90 degrees at full speed. You expect to be thrown off, but the controls between your legs act kinda like a guy kneeling behind you while his buddy shoves you. And when you try to climb off, the Segway chases your feet and only allows you to get off if it means that you will immediately be violently tripped.
This reminds me of a great book called trilobyte by J. L Bourne. And in this fictional story in the not so distant future they have exo suites slim fashioned and this reminds me of that. Pros and cons living in this changing new world but this is pretty cool!
Really enjoyed this. Reckon I’ll give one a try.
How was it during descending?
had no issues descending. The resistance mode eases the descent slightly, not that noticeable if it makes a difference
Can you use resistance mode to charge your phone? That would be cool.
That is so cool! Is there an extension to protect the knees too? My knees may not take the added strain
Can you use it while cycling? How much regen would you get from resistance setting on the flats to offset full assistance on a climb hike or run? I'm getting to my 60's and this would def be something I would consider in a gen 1 full production or gen 2.0 . BTW just subscribed to your channel and enjoying your work thus far. Respects from Edmonton, Alberta Canada.
I only have one lung due to being stabbed when I was was 22. At 42 I'm pretty active and love to hike. There are a lot of lakes in the surrounding mountains that I'd love to hike to, but am just unable due to many long sections of incline. And for $1k, that's pretty reasonable given how new this stuff is to the market. I'd definitely buy one if I could afford it.
This is the best product review so far
Two questions :
Does resistance mode help descending slopes - I.e control your descent?
Could you cycle in them?
that comes to my mind too, will this dampers the downhill strides in some form?? if it does it will save a lot of knees.
according to their kickstarter responses, yes the resistance mode does indeed help for descending slopes
and they also said it should help with cycling or any movements where your thighs are moving back n forth
@@moirhapsodyI think this only helps the hip joint. It would have to be strapped below the joint to take any stress off it, right? Maybe it takes pressure off the knee cap (underneath) but not where the upper and lower leg bones meet; for those with degraded cartilage.
Rowing?
@@MrCarRamrodI actually find a way walking downhill that great reduces the pressure on my knee.(I have tear meniscus)i actually walk like those people who shoots gun, which bend their knee slightly and keep their upper body as stable as possible, and I will take a shorter stride. Basically just like by keeping my upper body stable(without actually bouncing up and down) I don’t feel the pain I usually had after 6km of walking downhill, I can extend it to 10+ km still no problem. But it comes with a draw back which is quite tiring for the thighs and core muscles. It works for me, can’t speak for any other ppl with different kind of knee issues.
I would love to test one of these. 4 COVID’s plus breathing problems prevent walking let alone running… looks like this is a great help.
I do a lot of long distance running and this would be great for strength and stamina training.
Did you try using the resistance mode to help in descending steep ground?
Great video Stephen!
What trousers are you wearing in the industrial yard? cheers
Think those are revolution race outdoor jeans
Cool. I wonder if you measured your HR, heart rate, while you were testing it. Would be interesting to see how much the assist mode lowered your HR, and vice-versa with resistance mode.
Love it when I'm literally watching the future about to happen.
I sometimes weedwack 20 lawns a day. I have terrible pains in the back of my knees at night. Something like this would be a game changer for so many people.
Amazing tech.
As a former roofer, it would be great forhumping materials up a 40 foot ladder multiple times in an 8-10 hour day
Five seconds faster with the exoskeleton AND it was your third overall attempt too! That's impressive... The applications for such a device - especially as the technology improves are far and wide - from the military, to police foot pursuits (and the criminals!), physical rehab, resistance training, and on and on! Where's the American counterpart?
something they don't teach you in school is when the time comes your cartilage in your ankles knees hips elbows and shoulders will deteriorate till you cant use anymore unless surgically replaced gl getting old without an exoskeleton
Definitely could use these on my next ultra 🚀💥
You might need a few batteries to do an ultra in these!😂
I just got right knee problems recently most likely due to my athletic history. What a good time for these to come to fruition haha
Won’t help the knees unfortunately
@@atticushexcel9567 they’re better now but not what they used to be. If this can assist with going uphill on hikes I’ll consider it a win anyways
Edit: it was a fractured meniscus
@@theexpierow8951 Thanks for the reply. Been thinking about this a lot and I am really concerned about the differential stress this will cause. I mean you now have super powered quads attached at your lower back. What about the calf muscles, ligaments, tendons of the knee for example? Rotational forces placed on the lower back and hips. IF you were poor trained, I am pretty sure this would really mess you up. Running that much faster with a body not used to it will create massively different forces AND impacts throughout the entire body. I think it is VERY awesome, but I also think there are a LOT of considerations if using this device.
My partner has EDS and this would be a dream come true. I think. Maybe one day I'll look into getting one of these for her. Even though it is likely outside of my budget.
wow......this got me thinking, maybe a resistance mode in ebikes would be cool
How do you recycle the batteries? Have there been any injuries due to battery fires? 🔥
That would be a great rehab tool! The applications for various groups is endless; leisure, sports & athletics, military, emergency services (police, paramedics, fire & rescue service), the elderly …..
I don't see the use for me in the summer, when I'm typically doing 10+ mile days backpacking, or 20+ mile days for dayhiking. I think the battery would run out way to early and just be additional weight. BUT, I could see it being extremely helpful in winter, when I'm going shorter distances and I'm carrying more weight because deep snow is challenging and winter requires more gear.
What a cool idea … for all. Great video. Also, were you using the DJI camera ?
Yeah I used the Pocket 3 for all the running footage and a few other sections.
@@StephenJReid thanks .. looked great.. have the action 4 which I am very impressed with plus the old zv1 and iPhone 15 pro but the pocket 3 seems to outclass and simplify the work flow for quality and some blurry background !
Nice job!
So my question - I'm asking for a friend (well, my wife actually), does it do anything to help your stability?
My wife has balance issues following a stroke, do you think these help you keep your balance at all?
Afraid not. You need to be able to walk 30m unassisted for these to have a benefit.
As an aging runner, hiker, and backpacker my biggest joint problem is in the knees. I suspect that a device like this is only going to decrease my knee longevity. It feels like this would be helpful to those experiencing hip fatigue, but I wouldn't advise if you have or expect knee problems.
My guess is that a knee version will follow or something that connects together. It makes sense. I know I personally would get more knee pain that hip pain. but it makes sense to start with hips as that's a natural anchor point for the legs.
Hmmm this would be interesting as a climber (with also knee injuries). Bouldering requires a ton of weight to carry, sometimes long distances so it would be interesting to see if this helps to ease approaches to crags.
Think would really benefit someone with mild heart failure to help with walking etc.. awesome product will definitely develop to increase leisure activities
Yeah true, it will result in a lower heart rate for the same level of effort
Maybe I missed it but would resistance mode also lighten strain on your muscles during descend?
An exoskeleton that doesnt touch/impact the ground means you're probably shifting the force to another part of your body, probably your waist. is that safe to do so? more/less risk than strenously hiking/climbing/walking?
As someone who works with professional runners, this is a bio mechanical nightmare. It would feel great at first, but the added force it puts on your lower extremities will quickly result in fractures or Achilles tendonitis.
Needs a gps so it can take you to the offie when you can't walk 🥴
Serious question though, what's the battery life like? Recharge time? The battery looks like it's independent so could you buy them separately to swap out on the go? Can they make a super powerful one and call it the Steve Austin?
As a 45 year old speedflyer ive just gotten back from flying in the Lake District. Hiking 1000m peaks with flyers 10 or more years yonger than me is beyond hard going.
Do you think this device would give me a boost while hiking up mountains particular on steep, stepped terrain?
Also what is the capacity of the batteries, i cant find any info on the kickstarter site.
Thanks
Could you carry heavier load when backpacking with this exoskeleton?
Hypershell is shipping out to customers next month. Is this better than a Hypershell?
🦿 *Fantastic review, thanks for creating and sharing this info!* So you reviewed the X1 Lite which has a range of 17km. Their next model is the X1 which has 27km, and X1-Pro with 50km. One question: _What are you feelings on X1 vs X1-Pro -- roughly 2X battery power for 2X price? Worth it?_ *THX* 🙏
What's the knock on effect to your joints and calf muscles like?... I'm thinking lower leg
I think it actually partly has a knock on benefit as everything is connected. That was my perception anyway. Didn’t notice anything that felt different. Although if your calf muscles aren’t strong enough for what you’re doing, you’ll slow down anyway. The key is to match the assistance level to what you’re doing
I need one of these for my right ankle, which is arthritic and weaker than the rest of my legs.
Definitely very interesting
Maybe use assist on the way uphill and resistance on the way downhill?
I'll have the knee version please. Good product
I'm planning to hike from Thailand to Nepal with my dog. This device would allow me to carry more stuff. Definitely interested in this!
Strava records are going to sky rocket 🚀 😅
🤣
I think it's a really good product with so many benefits. I'd like to see you riding a bike with on to see if it was possible.
I’m curious if it helps senior citizens just move around in everyday life or if they have a mode or model that could
Would these work for construction? I climb all day and wondering if the tool belt would kill it for me
I have chronic pain in my feet and legs. I wonder if this can help me to be able to hike with my family.
how does this work doing squats or deadlifting heavy objects? or does it switch off at a certain angle and is really only meant for walking/running?