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New Water Jetpack For Dolphin-Like Leaps [Video]

7:36AM December 7, 2011 | Brent Rose

The Flyboard water jetpack differentiates itself from the other giant, awkward backpack-style Jetlev pack we’ve seen, as the jets here are attached to your feet. This means you can torque and turn way more effectively. You also have a supplementary steering mechanism on your hands. It’s kind of an Iron Man rig, and looks like it’s at least 5x more fun (scientifically speaking). Watch…. More »


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Amazing Water-Powered Jetpack Basically Straps a Fire Hose to Your Arse

8:00AM February 15, 2009 | Gizmodo US Edition

Who knew that the secret to a great jetpack was strapping a giant, powerful, dangerous hose to your back and jetting above a body of water? Required viewing: video after the jump.

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