# Self-Blancing Skateboards The Onewheel Glides its Way to CES 2014 By Farida Helmy | Published 2014-01-13 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onewheel-skateboard References: [stuff](http://www.stuff.tv/ces-2014/onewheel-self-balancing-electric-skateboard-closest-thing-you-can-ride-hoverboard/news) & [kickstarter](http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/4422853/onewheel-the-self-balancing-electric-skateboard) The exceptionally modern and super enhanced Onewheel skateboard has a [singular wheel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-naowheel) and runs on an [electric 500 W direct drive motor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-skateboard-design). The skateboard has clearly evolved from its chunky, wooden origins. With an electric motor in its one wheel (talk about compact design) controlling balance using "[gyrometers, accelerometers and motion sensing algorithms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inmotion-v9)," the Onewheel skateboard claims to give those riding the board the treat of flight-like senses when soaring over pavement. For those of you who still have their mad skateboarding skills (or any board sport skills) intact, getting on the Onewheel should be a breeze; and with a top speed of 12 mph, it's safe enough for the youngsters and speedy enough for us adults who want to jump-start our pace. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 95% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Youth](https://www.trendhunter.com/youth) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Electric Skateboards:** The rise of electric skateboards has disrupted the market and created opportunities for companies to enhance current designs. - **Compact Design:** The compact design trend has become prevalent in the skateboard market, with potential opportunities for new products and accessories. - **Advanced Technology:** The use of advanced technology in skateboard design has changed the industry and opened opportunities for innovation. ### Where This Applies - **Sports and Recreation:** The sports and recreation industry has seen a rise in electric skateboards, creating opportunities for brands to expand their product lineup. - **Transportation:** Electric skateboards have disrupted the transportation industry and have potential to revolutionize the last-mile commute. - **Technology:** The use of advanced technology in skateboard design has opened up opportunities for companies in the technology industry to enter the market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Long-Range Single-Wheeled Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onewheel-gt.md) - [Performance Electric Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onewheel-gt-sseries.md) - [Bluetooth-Operated Motorized Skateboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-electric-skateboard.md) - [Intuitive Remote-Free Electric Skateboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/liquid-skateboard.md) - [All-Terrain Electric Skateboard Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twowheel-electric-board.md) - [Hybridized Electric Longboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hybridized-electric-longboards.md) - [All Terrain Electric Skis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skwheel-one.md) - [Racing-Ready Electric Skateboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mach-one-electric-skateboard.md) - [Electric Skateboard Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-skateboard-design.md)