Gallery: Bruh! Here Are 13 Extreme Gifts for Death-Defying Daredevils
Squirrel.ws0101 wingsuit
__Squirrel Colugo 2 WingSuit__ Tested and vetted at the Redbull Aces Wingsuit race (its prototype took first place), the [Colugo 2](http://squirrel.ws/colugo2) is designed to provide the speed of a big suit with the comfort of a smaller one. The unobtrusive design gives flyers a quick, agile ride. It's just a step below Superman's cape. $1,675 and up.
Volcom0202 Volcom shorts
__Volcom Manic Mod+ Boardshorts__ The extreme athlete's 3-season uniform. The stretchy, quick-dry material is peppered with laser cut holes for fast drainage and breathability, making [this](http://www.volcom.com/manic-mod-brdshrt.html) a perfect pair of shorts for everything from cliff-jumping to indoor training for your next summit push. Bonus: the Manic Mod+'s not-subtle print means you'll never get lost in a group shot. $65
Smith Optics0303 Smith goggles
__Smith IO Recon Goggles__ Head's up displays are no longer strictly Master Chief territory. [Smith's new ski/snowboard goggles](http://www.smithoptics.com/Root/Men's/Goggles/Snow/IO-RECON/p/IR7NXBK15) use Recon's Snow2 in-goggle display, so you visually track speed, elevation gain/loss, and details about each run without taking your eyes off the trees whipping past you. $650
GoPro0404 GoPro Hero4
__GoPro Hero4 Action Cam__ New from the patron saint of POV: [GoPro's Hero4 Black](http://shop.gopro.com/cameras?gclid=CLLf6uf98MECFWUF7AodPRYAQQ) ($500) boasts a longer battery life than previous models, and can record 4k at 30fps and 1080p at 120fps—each slow-motion double backflip will be crystal clear. The $400 Silver edition maxes out its resolution at 1080p and 60fps, but it boasts something that the Black doesn't: GoPro's first built-in touch display.
Nikon0505 Nikon AW1
__Nikon AW 1 Camera__ The [AW 1](http://www.nikonusa.com/en/Nikon-Products/Product/Nikon1/27669/Nikon-1-AW1.html) is as tough as your waterproof point-and-shoot, but it takes photos your pocket camera can't touch. The mirrorless, interchangeable-lens handheld has a 1-inch, 14.2-megapixel CMOS sensor that shoots 1080/601 video, has a 60fps continuous mode, and captures both RAW and JPEG files. It can still do all that after a 6-foot drop onto concrete or an hour-long bath in a lake. $800 with one lens
Soloshot0606 Solo Shot
__SoloShot2 Tracking Camera Mount__ No cameraman? No problem. [This tripod attachment](http://shop.soloshot.com/collections/soloshot-systems/products/soloshot2) hones on in a remote contral tag that you carry on your body, rotating and panning to follow your movements. Just stick your camera on the mount, and the SoloShot will keep you in frame. The tag straps onto your arm, lets you control the shutter, and works from up to 2,000 feet away. $399
Airdog0707 airdog drone
__AirDog Camera Drone__ Your sponsors won't spring for a helicopter and a film crew? The [Airdog](https://www.airdog.com/) has you covered. This camera drone follows you and records the awesomeness. With GoPro camera attachments included, the drone can stay on one position to give an overhead view of the action, or auto-follow you at a set distance without missing a trick. $1,295, preorder
Ruroc0808 Ruroc Helmet
__Ruroc RG1-X Shadow Helmet__ Keep your face pretty for those summit selfies. This British-based company's [modular helmet](http://us.ruroc.com) comes with goggles and a detachable facemask. It not only keeps your face warm when the temperatures drop, it also keeps your teeth in your head when you faceplant. Also, it makes you look like a stormtrooper, which is sweet as hell. $350
POC0909 POC Spine tee
__POC Spine VPD Tee__ Flying over your handlebars makes for a great outtake, but it's hell on your body. This motorcycle-rated [armored t-shirt](http://www.pocsports.com/en/product/1249/spine-vpd-tee) has hard plastic shoulder cups and breastplates, and a flexible spine pad that stiffens upon impact to absorb the shock that would otherwise lay you out. You can't fly if you can't walk. Keep your spine intact. $260
Adventure Medical Kits1010 QuickClot
__Trauma Pak with QuikClot__ If you play hard enough, you're going to bleed a little. Sometimes you end up bleeding a lot. When the hospital is hours away, having a [Trauma Pak](http://www.adventuremedicalkits.com/medical-kits/professional/rapid-response-trauma-pak-with-quikclot.html) handy will go a long way toward keeping you alive. Designed to stanch bleeding on battlefields, the kit's QuikClot coagulant sponge will keep your blood inside you unti you can get some medical attention. $25
Sector 91111 Sector 9 Bomber
__Sector 9 Bomber DHD__ Need some "down" time? [Sector 9's downhill longboard](http://store.sector9.com/Product.aspx?ID=DHS144C&upc=00000000888961675112) sports a foot wedge and concaves that'll keep feet locked in place while you pass cars on an Icelandic freeway. Perfect for the wingsuit flyer who needs to unwind. $269
Monster Energy1212 Monster BFC
__Monster BFC Energy Drink__ Go big or go home. [Monster's humongous can](http://www.walmart.com/ip/Monster-Bfc-Energy-Drink-32-Oz/12018566) will charge you up enough to nail a few runs down the mountain before the sugar crash hits, all the while letting potential sponsors know just how X-Treme you really are. Bonus points for being active enough to stave off adult-onset diabetes.
Sol Republic1313 SOL deck ultra
__Sol Republic Deck Ultra Speaker__ You never know when a group of friends are going to show up with a six-pack of growlers. Be prepared with some tunes at all times. Sol's upgraded [Deck](http://solrepublic.com/shop/deck-ultra-wireless-speaker.html) speaker is loud, water/shock/dust proof, sports a 22-hour battery, and has a Bluetooth range of 450 feet. Leave your phone in the truck and take the speaker to the beach without losing your connection. $150
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