Topics of Expertise: vehicle design and outfitting, motorcycle design and racing, fuel cells, electric drivetrain development, electric watercraft, outdoor recreation, vehicle-based travel
Years in Expertise: 15+
Number of Products & Number of Hours Tested: 500+ products, 10,000+ hours
Education & Certifications
Education: Bachelor’s Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan
Years of Writing: 10+
Certifications: Eagle Scout, CPR (expired), Avalanche 1, Ford Driver Training L2, ASA Bareboat 101-104, PDIC Instructor
Awards/Recognitions: 3 Isle of Man TT-Zero Victories, endurance record for fuel-cell powered UAV flights
Previous Publications: Autowise
A Word from Nick Schoeps
I was born an engineer, playing with legos and sketching spaceships. Writing about the tech side of outdoor adventure and vehicles scratches my creative itch when I need a break from engineering.
I began with technical writing and presenting at industry events. In recent years I’ve leaned on the creative side of writing including blog posts for my company Photon Marine and writing news and gear reviews for GearJunkie and Autowise.
My personal interests include Running, Cycling, Surfing, Skiing, Kite sports, Sailing, Paddlesports, Travel, Motorcycle riding, Overland & Off-road Travel, Motorsports, and Cooking.
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