# Stunt Board Toys 'Kick Flipper' is an Active Toy That Does Stunts Like a Skateboard Without Wheels By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2015-09-05 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/active-toy References: [kickflippers](http://www.kickflippers.com/) & [newswire](http://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/canadian-toy-association---media-advisory---top-ten-hot-toys-for-back-to-school-523621471.html) The Kick Flipper is an active toy by PlaSmart Inc. that is modeled like a skateboard without wheels. Although the sounds of a skateboard sans wheels might not seem like the most dynamic of toys, the shape pf the Kick Flipper transforms the board with angle so that it can be used for [cool stunts and tricks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boardrop). Because of its design, the board is suited for use indoors and outdoors, even on carpet, grass and sand. As well as being a great way to keep kids entertained, this active toy challenges a child's [balancing skills](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motorcycletraining-gadgets-rawrrs-wheelie-helper-is-the-perfect-practice-to) and promotes exercise. Although there is plenty of opportunity for kids to come up with their own moves, some basic tricks can be learned through the Kick Flipper site. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 44% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Youth](https://www.trendhunter.com/youth) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Active Toys:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop more active toys that challenge children's balancing skills and encourage exercise. - **Indoor and Outdoor Play:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create toys that are versatile and can be used both indoors and outdoors, on various surfaces like carpet, grass, and sand. - **Creative Play:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design toys that allow kids to use their imagination and come up with their own moves and tricks. ### Where This Applies - **Toy Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new designs and materials to create innovative toys that promote active play and challenge children's skills. - **Sports and Recreation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new ways for kids to engage in active play and outdoor activities through innovative toys and equipment. - **Children's Entertainment:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create interactive toys and games that combine physical activity with entertainment, sparking children's imagination and creativity. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Kids Innovative Stunt Planes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aerostorm-stunt-plane.md) - [Two-Wheeled Surfing-Inspired Skateboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surf-skateboard.md) - [Travel-Ready Racing Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flat-2-fast-card-racers.md) - [Imbalanced Wooden Workout Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gnarboard.md) - [Fun-Filled Inflatable Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inflatable-board.md) - [Skateboard-Inspired Electric Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bustin-boards-skatex.md) - [Revolutionary Flying Disc](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spin-pro-award-winner.md) - [Sensory Stimulated Toy Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flippin-fast-diecast.md) - [Accessible First-Time Skateboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/redo-skateboards.md)