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      News — GoPro

      GoPro Karma Drone

      GoPro Karma Drone

      [Update: 29 March 2017] The Karma is finally here and available on pre-order! Delivery will take place end of April.


      By Warrick Kernes

      It's no secret that GoPro are launching the GoPro Drone soon. While all the details and specs about the Go Pro Drone are yet to be confirmed they have been teasing us with a few videos shot by their new quadcopter and they are eluding to the name; the GoPro Karma Drone. We have heard rumours of what GoPros drone is going to look like but we're not going to speculate until we see one for ourselves. One thing is for sure though, the GoPro Karma Drone is going to be awesome!

      As soon as it is available you'll be able to buy the GoPro Karma Drone in South Africa here on Action Gear. 'Till then here's an epic teaser video just released... Enjoy

      Click on these links to browse Action Gear's range of GoPro gear and Drones

      Christmas Gift Guide

      Christmas Gift Guide

      By Diane Shearer

      If you’re looking for gift ideas for the ultimate gadget enthusiast in your life then Action Gear is the place to go. We have chosen our top 15 Christmas gift ideas that we think will be right up your alley. Now you can see exactly what you can get your hands on in our store this Christmas.


      1. REACH FOR THE SKY


      DJI PHANTOM 3 SERIES


      Reach for the sky and capture professional-quality footage from a new perspective with the DJI Phantom 3 range. This intelligent flying camera is easy to fly and engineered to let everyone take to the sky. With its crystal-clear camera and real-time HD video display you can create footage fit for the screen. 

       

      2. TAKE IT TO THE TRAIL


      SUUNTO AMBIT 3 WITH FREE POWERTRAVELLER



      The Suunto Ambit 3 is your ideal companion when you go off the beaten path. The built in GPS and compass and its incredible battery life will keep you exploring the wilderness on foot or bike for hours. For a limited time get a free PowerTraveller solar charger with your Ambit 3.


      3. BE A HERO


      RED BULL GOPRO HERO 4 BUNDLE


      The GoPro Hero4 range of action cameras are without doubt the best you can buy. With 3 models to fit your needs and budget, the Hero4 is your ideal adventure partner The GoPro Hero 4 makes it easy to capture and share your world through your eyes. HERO 4 helps you capture photos and videos that make you look like just that: a HERO. For a limited time, we are offereing a FREE 32GB Samsung Evo MicroSD Card as well as a Red Bull 4 Pack with every GoPro Hero4 Bundle.

       

      4. TON O' FUN


      HUBSAN X4


      Small enough to fit in the palm of your hand but comes with a ton of fun. This is a perfect toy for flying around the house, practicing your skills or having fun with friends.


      5. NO POWER? NO PROBLEM!


      RED-E RS70 SOLAR POWERBANK


      Whether you are trying to keep in touch with your mates while on a hiking trip or just being caught during load shedding. The 7000mAh powerbank can be charged directly from a wall socket or through the built in solar panel and can charge your iphone over 2.5 times.


      6. MUSIC TO YOUR EARS


      OUTDOOR TECH ORCAS WIRELESS


      The Orcas wireless earphone are music to an active persons ears! Completely wireless, sweat proof and so light you will forget you have them.

       

      7. THE CAMERA THAT DOESNT LIE


      TOMTOM BANDIT BASE PACK


      Now you can instantly share a video to your friends while still in the midst of adventure. Simply shaking your smartphone device will create an instant edit of the video you've recorded. Sensors in the camera pick up and tag the big moments like maximum speed, jumps and tricks. The Bandit can shoot up to 4K at 15fps and take 16mpx photos.


      8. ALL IN ONE


      OUTDOORTECH BUCKSHOT PRO



      Everything you need in the palm of your hands. The Buckshot Pro is a wireless speaker, flashlight, strobe light, camp-light, and powerbank. Yeah, that's impressive!

       

      9.MOTION WITHOUT BLUR, ACTION WITHOUT SHAKES


      DJI OSMO


      The DJI Osmo helps you record videos like never before. Whether standing still for a stationary timelapse or moving through the world for a hyperlapse, you can create smooth videos easily with this stabiliser and gimble. Imagine motion without blur and Action without shakes! The Osmo can shoot up to 4K at 30fps and take 12mpx photos.


      10. HIGHLIGHT THE NIGHT


      EXTREME LIGHTS XPH HEADLAMP


      The Extreme light XPH Headlamp offers unprecedented freedom for nocturnal thrill-seekers. If you like surfing after sunset, riding at midnight and trail running at night the remarkable little device will highlight the night. This versatile Headlamp uses a rechargeable Li-ion battery or 3 AAA batteries. The 670 Lumen torch will last 2.5 hours using the built in battery, ensuring that you never run out of juice in the wild.


      11. SEVEN HEAVEN


      RED-E 7 PORT USB CHARGING HUB


      Never run out of power with the Red-E 7 port USB charging hub. It is a must have power adapter for any tech savvy adventurer. It enables you to charge all of your USB devices at once through one wall socket.


      12. NEW PB?


      BLACKBURN ATOM SL BIKE COMPUTER

      The Blackburn computer is perfect for the cyclist that wants to know how far and how fast they’ve gone. The Blackburn computer will help you get your new personal best.

       

      13. EASY RIDE


      EZ WHEELS BALANCE WHEEL


      Balance Wheels are the latest craze to take over the internet! These easy to ride 'hoverboards' can get you from A to B in style, with almost no effort. The EZ wheels has a maximum speed of 10km/h and a range of 15km. Riding this mini segway is simple, just lean in the direction you want to go. These boards have been used in many different situations, such as personal transportation, by photographers for stabilization and smooth shots, for shopping, warehouse staff, or just as a toy.


      14. YOUR TRAVEL COMPANION


      SENA SMH5-FM RADIO DUAL UNIT



      Share music or a conversation while on your breakfast run with the Sena SMH5-FM Radio Dual Unit. It is a Bluetooth stereo headset with a Bluetooth intercom and built in FM turner for motorcyclists. The SMH5-FM allows you to call handsfree on your Bluetooth mobile phone, listen to music or instructions from your GPS wirelessly.

       

      15. UNDER, OVER


      GODOME HOUSING


      With this dome housing, getting the elusive under over shot has never been easier. The GoDome Housing used a 160mm Dome, made from the highest quality acrylic, this massive dome pushes the waterline away from the lens, creating a space that allows you to capture the split in the water line with unbelievable ease.

      Sneak Peek of GoPro Drone Footage

      Sneak Peek of GoPro Drone Footage

      By Warrick Kernes

      There has been heaps of excitement building around the Drone which GoPro have said to be developing. Well, for those of you who are still unsure of this we can confirm for 100% that this is in the pipeline and is due to be released around the middle of 2016. GoPro aren't trying to hide the fact either as they've released this sneak peak below for us to see the kind of quality and stability captured using their prototype GoPro Quadcopter...



      Here at Action Gear we'll be the first in South Africa to know updates as they are released and when stock does arrive we'll be the first to have it available so keep an eye on our blog, facebook, twitter and instragram for all the latest updates and releases!

      Top 10 Driving Roads in Cape Town #3

      Top 10 Driving Roads in Cape Town #3

      By Jacques Viljoen

      Number 3 in the search of my ten top driving roads in Cape Town led me to the beautiful Chapman’s Peak. A hotspot for motorists and cyclists alike, Chappies as it is locally known, features high speed gradual corners and tight chassis-testing corners, perfect for anyone looking to have some fun in their car, or on their motorbike.


      Route name: Chapman’s Peak Drive

      Road: M6

      Starting Point: 34° 2'49.99" S, 18°21'41.00" E

      Finishing Point: 34° 5'44.72" S, 18°21'21.25" E

      Road surface quality: 7 out of 10

      Scenery: 8 out of 10


      Watch the Google Earth Pro Flight here:

       

      Watch the GoPro driving footage here:

       

      Gear used:


      One important thing to note about Chapman’s Peak is that it is a toll road, with the fee at R40 for small motor vehicles. Currently there is roadworks at the start of the road, but this is a small price to pay to drive one of the local favourites.

      I had a blast driving this road in my Polo and would definitely recommend it for anyone looking to go for a nice Sunday afternoon drive. Chapman’s Peak is next to Hout Bay which is a wonderful destination for anyone looking for a nice party, or a family friendly restaurant.

      As you can see, all along the road you are surrounded by beautiful ocean and mountain views.

      I always enjoy driving on Chapman’s Peak and will definitely make a plan to head back there with a very nice car.

      Keep an eye on the website to follow the rest of our Top 10 driving roads in Cape Town.

      Top 10 Driving Roads in Cape Town #2

      Top 10 Driving Roads in Cape Town #2

      By Jacques Viljoen

      A few weeks ago I started a series where I try to find the top driving roads in Cape Town. Although there are a quite a lot good driving roads in Cape Town, only a few qualify as great roads. Victoria Road between Seapoint and Hout Bay is just that, great.


      Route name: Seapoint to Hout Bay

      • Road : M6 (Victoria Road)
      • Starting Point : 33°55'43.37" S, 18°22'31.33" E
      • Finishing Point : 34° 2'37.52" S, 18°21'2.24" E
      • Road surface quality : 9 out of 10
      • Scenery: 9 out of 10

      Beautifully smooth road, stunning views and some awesome cars and bikes pass by. On the day I went, I saw a Ferrari, two Audi R8’s, four Ford Mustangs, hundreds of Golf GTI’s and more. This road passes through a few hot spots where you will find the who’s who of Cape Town and surrounding areas. It was a beautiful day, temperature was about 27°C (in the middle of winter), so everyone bought out their toys to show off.

      Victoria Road (also known as the M6) features long open straights, and tight hairpin turns which puts any car through a rigorous handling test.

      Here is the point-of-view video recorded from my car. As always, I recorded at 1080p @ 30 frames per second.


      This is how I mounted my GoPro. I started with the GoPro Hero, then switched to the GoPro Hero 4 Silver.


      The scenery is typical coastal road. You drive right up against the cliffs and on your right side is hundreds of kilometres of stunning ocean views. There is also quite a few parking areas where you can stop and admire the view, or you can go to one of the many restaurants, bars or clubs along the route.




      Gear used:



      So I tried something new to show the route. I used Google Earth Pro Flight Simulator to “fly” along the route. Please excuse if it wasn’t perfect, it was literally a first attempt and hopefully it generates a good response. I will hopefully get better with practice. Check it out here:

      I would recommend this road to anyone who asks, as it also leads to Chapman’s Peak, which will feature soon on Top 10 Driving Roads.