# Eco-Friendly Bamboo Surfboards 2Imagine Surfshop By Evan Monk | Published 2008-01-16 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bamboo-surfboard References: [2imagine.net](http://www.2imagine.net/blogger2007/eco.html) & [2imagine.net](http://www.2imagine.net/eng/surfboards/ecoconstruction/ecoconstruction.html) Corran Addison a Montreal surfer and owner of 2Imagine Surfshop is working to develop an [eco-friendly Surfboard](http://www.2imagine.net/eng/surfboards/ecoconstruction/ecoconstruction.html). In Montreal there is a growing River Surfing Scene, and currently 2Imagine Surfshop is the company that is supplying the needs for surfboards and surf related gear. The company is using [bamboo fabric](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bamboo-drone) in the lamination process instead of using Fiberglass. They are working to develop a Biodegradable EPOXY and they use a 100% recyclable polystyrene core instead of polyurethane. 2imagine Projects that by the end of 2008 they will be able to use [100% Recyclable material](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gochill-cooler) to make their custom boards. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 57% | Activity: 69% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Eco-friendly Surfboards:** 2Imagine Surfshop is using bamboo fabric and biodegradable epoxy to create environmentally sustainable surfboards. - **Sustainable Surfing Equipment:** 2Imagine Surfshop is part of a growing trend of companies developing eco-friendly surfing equipment. - **River Surfing Scene:** The growing popularity of river surfing has sparked a demand for environmentally conscious surfboard manufacturing. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Surfing Equipment Manufacturing:** The surfing equipment manufacturing industry can integrate sustainable materials into their products to meet the growing demand for eco-friendly surfing equipment. - **Outdoor Sports and Recreation:** The outdoor sports and recreation industry can attract environmentally conscious consumers with eco-friendly surfboards and equipment. - **Eco-friendly Manufacturing:** The eco-friendly manufacturing industry can offer sustainable solutions, such as bamboo fabric and biodegradable epoxy, to companies looking to reduce their environmental impact. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Surfboard Waste Blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surf-block-maui.md) - [Biotech-Informed Surfboard Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/battboard-electric-surfboard.md) - [Recycled Material Skateboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lander-skateboard.md) - [Sustainable Bamboo Tourism Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vlo-cuba.md) - [Luxurious Wooden Surfboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxurious-wooden-surfboard.md) - [Adaptable Nine-in-One Surfboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/newave-modular-surfboard.md) - [Limestone-Based Sustainable Wetsuits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wetsuits-2.md) - [Lightweight Bamboo Frame eBikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bamboo-easyrider.md) - [Advanced Surfboard Materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/proflex-technology.md)