# Winter Sport Smartwatches The 'YodelUP' Smart Ski Watch Can be Controlled with Gloved Fingers By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-03-08 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ski-watch References: [damngeeky](http://www.damngeeky.com/2016/03/07/39989/39989.html) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1416120732/yodelup-on-glove-wearable-for-music-and-communicat) Taking a run down a course usually means having to disconnect from the world for a while, but the 'YodelUP' Smart Ski Watch enables just the opposite. Providing a connection to your smartphone for controlling music or taking calls, the watch can also be used as a walkie-talkie to keep in touch with friends on the slopes. The [rugged design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-shark-gs3-ultra) of the 'YodelUP' Smart Ski Watch enables it to take a beating and still keep going, while the design is designed to work well even if you have gloves on. The device is currently available for preorder on [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yring) where users can pick up a unit of their very own for under $100 with shipping expected to start in December 2016. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 87% | Activity: 79% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Smart Ski Watches:** Explore the growing trend of smartwatches designed specifically for winter sports enthusiasts, providing them with connectivity and convenience on the slopes. - **Connected Winter Sports Gear:** Discover how winter sports gear is becoming increasingly connected, offering features such as music control, communication capabilities, and rugged durability. - **Outdoor Sports Technology:** Learn about the innovative technologies being integrated into outdoor sports gear, enhancing the user experience and functionality in challenging environments. ### Where This Applies - **Smartwatch Industry:** The smartwatch industry can capitalize on the demand for specialized smartwatches that cater to the needs of winter sports enthusiasts. - **Sports Gear Industry:** The sports gear industry can embrace the integration of connectivity and smart features in their products, providing enhanced functionality and convenience for consumers. - **Technology Industry:** The technology industry can leverage the rising demand for outdoor sports technology and develop innovative products that enhance the user experience in extreme environments. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Extreme Adventurer Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-watch-ultra.md) - [All-in-One GPS Guide Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outdoor-gps-guide.md) - [Earbud-Equipped Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/watchout-wearpods.md) - [Hand-Worn Athlete Smart Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handworn-smart-display.md) - [Performance-Analyzing Skiing Trackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-ski-tracker.md) - [Active Lifestyle-Focused Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aurafit-g12.md) - [Wearable Athlete Smartphone Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/easy-control-wearable-remote.md) - [Kid-Friendly Sport Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weariq-kids-smartwatch.md) - [Wilderness-Ready Smartwatch Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garmin-tactix-7-amoled-edition.md)