# Recycled Plastic Skateboard Decks Jason Knight's Recycled Skateboard Decks are Open Source By Riley von Niessen | Published 2020-10-13 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jason-knight References: [designboom](https://www.designboom.com/design/jason-knight-skateboard-decks-recycled-plastic-10-13-2020/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/jasonk-mandin/100-recycled-plastic-open-source-skateboard-decks?ref=bb3hq7&token=62f286f3) In an effort to make his sustainable skate decks more widely accessible, Jason Knight released an open source design that is made from 100% recycled plastic. The design was originally launched on [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnetic-skateboard), where Knight is seeking out funding to bring the project to life. In addition to offering the original recycled decks through his company Mandin, Knight is releasing a digital download kit that explains how others can recreate the perfected design and incorporate more eco-friendly practices. The kit is made to be as accessible as possible, so that anyone can make their own. In addition to functioning as a more sustainable alterative to typical skate deck designs, Knight's recycled plastic decks are incredibly durable—and boast a traditional shape to offer the same level of versatility. Photo Credits: [designboom](https://www.designboom.com/design/jason-knight-skateboard-decks-recycled-plastic-10-13-2020/), [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/jasonk-mandin/100-recycled-plastic-open-source-skateboard-decks?ref=bb3hq7&token=62f286f3) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 59% | Activity: 47% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## 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 - **Sustainable Skate Deck Designs:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include developing new materials and manufacturing techniques to create more sustainable skateboard decks. - **Open Source Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include fostering collaborative design processes and expanding access to designs through open source platforms. - **Eco-friendly Practices in Skateboarding:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include creating and promoting eco-friendly practices in skateboarding, such as recycling materials and reducing waste. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Skateboard Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include incorporating recycled materials and sustainable manufacturing processes into skateboard production. - **Sustainable Materials Production:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include developing new methods of producing sustainable materials for various industries, including skateboarding. - **Open Source Design Platforms:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include creating and improving open source design platforms to facilitate collaboration and knowledge sharing across industries. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Recycled Material Skateboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lander-skateboard.md) - [Accessible First-Time Skateboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/redo-skateboards.md) - [DIY Bicycle Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-wooden-bicycle.md) - [Eco-Friendly 3D-Printed Surfboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paradoxal-surfboards.md) - [Skateable Cardboard Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cardboard-chaos.md) - [Conversation-Starting Eco Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delo.md) - [Sustainably-Packaged Compact Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mondraker.md) - [Recycled Plastic Decor Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plastplan-design-studio.md) - [Iconic Pop Art Skateboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skateroom-x-andy-warhol-foundation.md)