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Foldable Floating Water Toys

The Origami Paddler is an Easy-To-Transport Paddleboard

— May 27, 2012 — Lifestyle
The Origami Paddler makes toting around one's giant paddle board a little easier, as it folds up to become more compact while in transit.

While it's tons of fun to ride one of the stand-up boards across the water, the act of physically getting the human-height paddler to that water is a major hassle. People generally attach roof racks or other forms of carting accessory to their vehicle to transport the board, which is an annoyance for those who drive -- and impossible for those who don't have access to a car.

Tim Niemier designed the fold-up board that easily fits in a car or travel carry bag if one is not driving. The water toy collapses into three when not in use, and easily folds out when one is ready to hit the water.

Trend Themes
1. Foldable Water Sports Equipment - There is an opportunity for more foldable and easily transportable water sports equipment like paddle boards, kayaks, and canoes.
2. Compact Recreation Equipment - The trend towards compact and easily transportable recreation equipment like the Origami Paddler presents opportunities for businesses to create more such innovative products.
3. Sustainable Water Sports Equipment - The Origami Paddler's compact and foldable design presents an opportunity for businesses to explore more sustainable water sports equipment that reduces the need for transportation and storage space.
Industry Implications
1. Water Sports Equipment - The water sports industry can benefit from creating more foldable, compact, and sustainable equipment that is easier for customers to transport and store.
2. Travel and Adventure Gear - The travel and adventure gear industry can explore opportunities to create more innovative and easily transportable gear for customers who like to explore the outdoors and engage in water sports.
3. Sustainable and Eco-friendly Product Manufacturing - The Origami Paddler's sustainable approach presents an opportunity for businesses to explore more sustainable and eco-friendly product manufacturing methods for water sports and other recreational equipment.
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