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# Folding Commuter Longboards
The 'BoardUp' Longboard Design Folds Up When Not in Use

By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-11-22 | Art & Design
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/board-design
References: [thegadgetflow](http://thegadgetflow.com/portfolio/boardup-worlds-first-self-folding-longboard/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1948823070/boardup-the-worlds-first-self-folding-longboard/)

The 'BoardUp' longboard design enables users to compact the board down into a manageable size when not in use to make portability a top priority.

Longboards are notorious for being great for cruising, but kind of awkward to carry when not being ridden. The 'BoardUp' design solves this with a design that enables the board design to fold in half and reveal a handle for carrying the equipment when riding is not desired.

When folded, the 'BoardUp' can be carried in a knapsack or by hand and is designed to be utilized just like a regular longboard when folded down. The 'BoardUp' is ideal for those that commute in order to fold the board up when riding on a train or bus.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 3.3/10
- Popularity: 67% | Activity: 24% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What's Driving This Trend

- **Foldable Longboards:** The 'BoardUp' longboard design introduces the trend of foldable longboards for enhanced portability and convenience.
- **Compact Transportation Gear:** The 'BoardUp' longboard design reflects the trend of compact and portable transportation gear for urban commuters.
- **Multi-functional Sporting Equipment:** The 'BoardUp' longboard design represents the trend of multi-functional sporting equipment that combines performance with ease of use.

### Who This Affects Most

- **Sports Equipment:** The 'BoardUp' longboard design presents disruptive innovation opportunities in the sports equipment industry by offering a foldable and portable longboard design.
- **Transportation:** The 'BoardUp' longboard design presents disruptive innovation opportunities in the transportation industry by providing a compact and convenient mode of personal transportation.
- **Outdoor Recreation:** The 'BoardUp' longboard design presents disruptive innovation opportunities in the outdoor recreation industry by offering a versatile and easily transportable longboard option for adventurers.

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