Founded as a project at Google X and spun out into an independent company in 2023 , Skip is dedicated to creating movewear that supports those facing mobility challenges . Skip ’ s co-founders , Kathryn Zealand and Anna Roumiantseva , both have personal connections to mobility challenges , seeing their loved ones ’ universes shrink due to health issues . Skip sought to partner with Arc ’ teryx ’ s Advanced Concepts team to create MO / GO , due to the brand ’ s expertise in apparel innovation and engineering solutions for movement in challenging environments . Led by scientists , engineers and designers , Arc ’ teryx ’ s Advanced Concepts team is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of design and collaboration .

MO / GO is designed to support users in their outdoor recreational activities . Inspired by the mountain goat , one of nature ’ s best climbers , these powered pants enable users to tackle elevation like never before . The technology provides a 40 % boost to the leg muscles on the way up and supports the knees on the way down , using a battery-operated motor connected to a suite of sensors and a computer module that predicts and assists the user ’ s movements .

“ Arc ’ teryx was founded on a love for the mountains , and creating products which enable people to push themselves and reach new heights ,” said Katie Becker , Chief Creative Officer at Arc ’ teryx . “ When the Skip team reached out with their early MO / GO prototype , we were immediately intrigued . Through extensive testing , prototyping and pushing the boundaries of design , we ’ ve seen testers get back out in the mountains they love – scaling summits and challenges they thought were lost to them . That ’ s what it ’ s all about to us – creating space to share our love of the mountains – and we ’ re so excited to see the MO / GO out in the world .”

Skip ’ s Co-Founder , Kathryn Zealand added . “ By bringing together Skip ’ s expertise in Artificial Intelligence and powered wearable technology and Arc ’ teryx ’ s renowned product design and engineering excellence , we ’ ve created a product that truly transforms the outdoor experience .”

The product will be available for reservation starting July 24 , 2024 , with shipments expected in late 2025 . Media and the public will have the opportunity to test MO / GO at the Arc ’ teryx Climbing Academy in Squamish in August 2024 . �

Arc ’ teryx integrated the system within the beloved Gamma Pant for this application , due to its breathability , abrasionresistance and softshell stretch for active pursuits , and co-created bespoke carbon support structures to spread force from the motor across the leg ensuring comfort during extended periods of hiking . Extensively tested on hiking trails in the US and the Coast Mountains of British Columbia , MO / GO feels like a natural extension of the body , enhancing mobility without drawing attention to itself . This sleek , slimline design sets it far apart from the medicalised devices available to date .

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