# Futuristic Inflatable Wave Riders Conquer Summer with the Divetek Water Propeller By Alex Scott | Published 2010-06-17 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/divetek-water-propeller References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2010/06/16/water-zoomin-with-personal-propeller/) Looking for something a little more fun than a [skim board](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foil-scoot) for the water, but still can't quite afford that [jet ski](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hybrid-jet-ski-yacht)? No worries, the Divetek water propeller is here to make some waves in your summer fun time. Looking like something you might want to infiltrate a terrorist stronghold with, this craft lets you either ride gently on the current all day, or plow straight through it! The Divetek water propeller was designed by Chao-yang Chou and Sian-Zong Chen and suits both the leisure lover who enjoys getting their tan on, as well as the adrenaline junkie who likes to take 20-foot swells head on. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 74% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Inflatable Watercrafts:** There is potential for disruption in the leisure and sporting industries, as more people may gravitate towards affordable and compact inflatable watercrafts like the Divetek water propeller. - **Propulsion Technology:** Advancements in propulsion technology could disrupt traditional watercrafts and offer new options for water-goers that are both affordable and eco-friendly. - **Hybrid Watercrafts:** Combinations of inflatable structures and propulsion technology may lead to hybrid watercrafts that can revolutionize water transportation or leisure activities. ### Where This Applies - **Leisure:** Inflatable watercrafts and propulsion technology can create growth opportunities in the leisure market by offering affordable and convenient options for water-based entertainment. - **Sporting Goods:** The sporting goods industry can benefit from advancements in inflatable watercrafts and propulsion technology by offering new and innovative equipment for water sports enthusiasts. - **Transportation:** Hybrid watercrafts can disrupt the water transportation industry by providing eco-friendly alternatives to traditional watercrafts, which can lead to reduced costs and more efficient transport. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Multipurpose Modular Watersports Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/watersports-board.md) - [Personal Aquatic Scooter Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/underwater-scooter-concept.md) - [Fun-Filled Inflatable Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inflatable-board.md) - [Five-in-One Electric Aquatic Vessels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/propel-kit.md) - [Handlebar-Toting Hydrofoil Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydrofoil-board.md) - [Waist-Worn Underwater Thrusters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/underwater-thruster.md) - [Arm-Attached Underwater Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/underwater-scooters.md) - [Underwater Jetpack Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kikfin.md) - [Affordable Inflatable Hydrofoil Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fliteboard-flite-air.md)