Could these exoskeleton ‘powered pants’ make outdoor activities easier in the future? [Video]

Do you wish you could hike with less exertion, muscle fatigue and joint discomfort? 

Your dreams might just be coming true. 

Skip, a start-up born from Google’s secretive X Labs, has partnered with outdoor clothing giant Arc’teryx to bring us the MO/GO, a high-tech exoskeleton disguised as rugged hiking pants.

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What’s so special about these pants?

Imagine feeling 30 pounds lighter while tackling that steep trail. The MO/GO system can boost your leg strength by up to 40%, making those uphill climbs a breeze. But it doesn’t stop there. These smart pants also support your knees on the way down, potentially saving you from that dreaded post-hike soreness.

The MO/GO, which stands for Mountain/Goat, is a hybrid soft/rigid exoskeleton integrated into a pair of rugged-looking outdoor pants. Its knee-joint motors provide assistance to your quads and hamstrings during up and downhill walks or hikes, significantly reducing muscle fatigue…