# Hands-Free Swing The Gboard By shef tek | Published 2007-10-17 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gboard-by-shef References: Notice: Undefined index: host in /home/jeremy/public_html/thcp/core/core.functions.php(637) : eval()'d code on line 3 & Notice: Undefined index: host in /home/jeremy/public_html/thcp/core/core.functions.php(637) : eval()'d code on line 3 Outcast, renegade, outlaw and inventor of the hands-free swing, Shef is the man who created the Gboard. Like most new concepts, people said the Gboard wasn't possible, and that if it could be done, it would have already happened. Well, its happened now. After 500 years, the [common garden swing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/king-swings) has joined our physical revolution. Inspired by [skateboarders and Snowboarders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shredshox), the relativley new found ability to achieve vertical suspension, accompanied by the aerial acrobatics of free runners and break dancers, is another concept that has been proven. The apparatus allows the rider to control gears, brakes, a springboard, a half pipe and gives him/her freedom of artistic interpretation, giving the rider a unique signature. Although the apparatus looks simple, it's tuned within a particular margin and only has an arc in common with a standard swing. It had to be perfect to work, and now it is. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 92% | Activity: 39% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Sports](https://www.trendhunter.com/sports) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Hands-free Swing:** The trend of hands-free swings that combine elements of skateboarding, snowboarding, and acrobatics to create a unique and artistic riding experience. - **Vertical Suspension:** The trend of incorporating vertical suspension in recreational equipment, inspired by the aerial acrobatics of free runners and break dancers. - **Artistic Interpretation:** The trend of giving riders the freedom to express their artistic vision and create a unique signature while using recreational apparatus. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Recreational Equipment:** The recreational equipment industry can explore opportunities to develop and market hands-free swings that offer new experiences and artistic expression to consumers. - **Sports and Fitness:** The sports and fitness industry can leverage vertical suspension technology to create innovative products that enhance physical activities and provide unique training experiences. - **Entertainment and Events:** The entertainment and events industry can incorporate hands-free swings as interactive installations that allow participants to engage in artistic and acrobatic experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dual-Function Play Swings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/birddy.md) - [Playground-Inspired Seating Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swing-seat.md) - [Two-Wheeled Surfing-Inspired Skateboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surf-skateboard.md) - [Onewheel Off-Road Board](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/offroad-board.md) - [Imbalanced Wooden Workout Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gnarboard.md) - [Handlebar-Toting Hydrofoil Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydrofoil-board.md) - [Multi-Skill Golf Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/go-for-it-golf.md) - [Customizable Outdoor Play Equipment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/king-swings.md) - [Sport Board Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boardrop.md)