11 Things You Didn't Know About GoPro

And a Video of a Surfing Pig, You Know You Love Surfing Pigs.

1. GoPro started in a VW van called “the Biscuit”.

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Nick Woodman initially funded GoPro by selling shell belts and beads out of the back of the van.

The VW van was stolen in 2004.

2. A skydiver’s GoPro camera survived a 12,500 foot drop after it fell off his helmet.

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3. When first designed, GoPro was planned to be a.. well.. strap.

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Nick Woodman original GoPro prototype was planned as a strap to tether already-existing film cameras to surfers' wrists.

4. GoPro cameras were used for the filming of Breaking Bad.

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5. GoPro have a product named "Fetch" which enables your pooch to become the cameradog.

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It's cost you about $59.99, but it is water-friendly and adjustable.

6. In case you didn't fully grasp that part:

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7. In case you don't have a dog - a ram can also suffice.

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8. GoPro was once sold on QVC, no shame there.

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Seriously, you gotta start somewhere, don't you?

9. Originally, GoPro came in a 35mm film version.

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GoPro originally came in a 35mm film version, only evolving to digital in 2004.

Video became available only in late 2006.

10. Stuntman Erik Roner used a GoPro for his famous umbrella skydive.

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Think Mary Poppins.

11. GoPro is worth nearly $3 billion.

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That's 3 times a billion. Or a billion times 3.

The stock value of GoPro is amazing and is currently standing on $72.18.

BONUS: Kama the surfing pig!

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