# Artistic Wave Riders 4 Elements Surfboards Make a Bold Statement at the Beach By Robyn Currie | Published 2009-09-16 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/4-elements-surfboards References: [notcot.org](http://www.notcot.org/post/24887/) & [mwmgraphics.blogspot](http://mwmgraphics.blogspot.com/2009/09/mwm-x-almond-4-elements-series.html) Surfing looks like one of the most amazing sports out there with the ability to ride waves and feel as though you are a part of the water. The only hitch is there are no super cool boards! That is until the MWM X Almond: The 4 Elements surfboards series was created -- they would make someone with a fear of water want to surf. Meant to celebrate the four elements (earth, fire, water, air) these 4 Elements surfboards are bold and bright. Designed with the history of Surf Art in mind, the surfboards showcase loud colors but maintain a grounded tone. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 14% | Activity: 9% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Sports](https://www.trendhunter.com/sports) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Surf Art Resurgence:** The combination of bold colors with a grounded tone in surfboard design presents an opportunity to revive and modernize surf art. - **Eco-friendly Surfboards:** The use of natural materials like wood in surfboard construction presents an opportunity to innovate eco-friendly alternatives to traditional foam boards. - **Customized Surfboards:** The rise of artistic and bold surfboard designs presents an opportunity for a personalized and customizable surfboard market. ### Who This Affects Most - **Surfboard Manufacturing:** Surfboard manufacturers can capitalize on the art-centric and eco-friendly surfboard trends to create a new category of sustainable boards. - **Art and Design:** Artists and designers specializing in surf art can explore the potential for new projects, collaborations and exhibits. - **Tourism and Surfing:** Surfing tourism could use the unique and eye-catching 4 Elements surfboards to increase their appeal and differentiate from other destinations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Biotech-Informed Surfboard Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/battboard-electric-surfboard.md) - [Eco-Friendly 3D-Printed Surfboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paradoxal-surfboards.md) - [Luxurious Wooden Surfboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxurious-wooden-surfboard.md) - [Surfboard-Inspired Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pacific-collection.md) - [Ruggedized Electric Surfboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ruggedized-electric-surfboard.md) - [Adaptable Nine-in-One Surfboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/newave-modular-surfboard.md) - [Multipurpose Modular Watersports Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/watersports-board.md) - [Modular Electric Surfboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-electric-surfboard.md) - [Electric Performance Surfboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-hydrofoil-board.md)