# Carbon Fiber Aquatic Fins The 'Aquabionics Abs' System Blends Low Weight & High Underwater Thrust By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2018-04-01 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aquatic-fin References: [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/cetatek/aquabionic-abs-the-worlds-first-binding-system-for/) & [cetatek](https://cetatek.com/) Canadian company Cetatek has managed to design a revolutionary aquatic fin system that is designed to make it possible for watersport enthusiasts to be comfortable not just while engaging in their chosen waterborne activity, but also on the land or shore while on their way to the water. One of the big problems with conventional scuba diving booties for example is that it's difficult to get them on when you're in the water. This is where the aquabionic abs system comes in. This system comprises [polyurethane shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterproofshoe) to be worn while both walking as well as swimming, with the added inclusion of [carbon fiber blades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/proflex-technology) that can quickly and easily be worn once you get to the water. With a carbon fiber structure that combines low weight with heavy thrust, this aquatic fin system aims to make activities like [swimming, freediving and spear-fishing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aquatic-fitness) more comfortable and pleasurable. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 92% | Activity: 74% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Aquatic Footwear Innovation:** There is an opportunity for companies to create more versatile water footwear that can be worn on land and in water. - **Carbon Fiber Technology in Sports:** Carbon fiber technology can be utilized in sports to create lightweight products with high performance capabilities. - **Multi-use Sports Gear:** Creating sports gear that can be utilized for multiple activities can help simplify the equipment needed for enthusiasts and promote more accessibility to the sport. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Water Sports:** There is an opportunity for water sports equipment companies to utilize advancements in materials such as carbon fiber to create more versatile and high-performance equipment. - **Sportswear:** Sportswear companies can use the carbon fiber technology to create lightweight and durable shoes and fins to meet the needs of both athletes and enthusiasts. - **Recreational Retail:** Retail stores catering to recreational activities can stock multi-use sports gear that can enable a wider audience to participate in and enjoy a variety of sports. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Adaptive Swim Prosthetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-nimble.md) - [Underwater Jetpack Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kikfin.md) - [Waist-Worn Underwater Thrusters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/underwater-thruster.md) - [Carbon Fiber Underwater Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seanxt-elite.md) - [Hydrodynamic Weighted Diver Vests](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydrospine-freediving-weight.md) - [Arm-Attached Underwater Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/underwater-scooters.md) - [Bespoke Scuba Diving Drysuits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diving-drysuit.md) - [Modular Aquatic Scooter Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lefeet-p1.md) - [Biotech-Informed Surfboard Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/battboard-electric-surfboard.md)