# Inflatable Balancing Boards The 'Kumo Board' is Inflatable and Ready for Travel By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-01-05 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balancing-boards References: [coolthings](http://www.coolthings.com/kumo-inflatable-balance-board/) & [kumoboard](https://kumoboard.com/) The design of traditional balancing boards is often quite rigid and not prime for travel, so the 'Kumo Board' aims to help change this with a design that's inherently more flexible. Rather than featuring a physical board, the 'Kumo Board' comes with an inflatable board that can be utilized with a roller or cushion. The main portion of the 'Kumo Board' features a curved underside that enables it to be used without a roller or cushion to enable users to partake in some balance training whenever they like. The 'Kumo Board' balancing boards can be inflated with a traditional bicycle pump or electric air pump. The 'Kumo Board' is set to launch next month and is suitable for users of all age ranges. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 91% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Inflatable Fitness Equipment:** The trend towards inflatable fitness equipment presents opportunities for innovation in design and function to create more portable options for workout enthusiasts. - **Flexible Exercise Accessories:** The trend towards flexible exercise accessories creates disruptive innovation opportunities in the development of compact and customizable workout gear for on-the-go consumers. - **Balance Training Equipment:** The trend towards balance training equipment calls for innovative designs that offer versatility and adaptability for use at home, in the gym, or while traveling. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fitness Equipment:** Fitness equipment manufacturers could enter the market for inflatable fitness products to appeal to consumers looking for portable workout options. - **Travel Accessories:** Travel accessory companies can introduce flexible exercise accessories to help health-conscious travelers stay fit while on the go. - **Athletic Training:** Athletic training programs can incorporate balance training equipment to enhance athletic performance and prevent injuries. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Balance Board Yoga Mats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/powers-yoga-yogaboard.md) - [Affordable Inflatable Hydrofoil Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fliteboard-flite-air.md) - [Imbalanced Wooden Workout Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gnarboard.md) - [Inflatable Hydrofoil Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lift-blowfish.md) - [Gamified Exercise Balance Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electronic-balance-board.md) - [Dual-Posture Stand-Up Paddleboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/standup-paddleboards.md) - [Hybrid Inflatable Watercraft](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/isle-the-switch.md) - [Multipurpose Modular Watersports Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/watersports-board.md) - [Scooter-Style Pump Foil Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foil-scoot.md)