# Foldable Floating Water Toys The Origami Paddler is an Easy-To-Transport Paddleboard By Sarah Moore | Published 2012-05-27 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origami-paddler References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/folding-origami-paddler/22641/) & [origamipaddler](http://origamipaddler.com/) The Origami Paddler makes toting around one's giant paddle board a little easier, as it folds up to become more compact while in transit. While it's tons of fun to ride one of the [stand-up boards across the water](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/esup), the act of physically getting the human-height paddler to that water is a major hassle. People generally attach roof racks or other forms of carting accessory to their vehicle to transport the board, which is an annoyance for those who drive -- and impossible for those who don't have access to a car. Tim Niemier designed the [fold-up board](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/newave-modular-surfboard) that easily fits in a car or [travel carry bag](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rimowa-foldable) if one is not driving. The water toy collapses into three when not in use, and easily folds out when one is ready to hit the water. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South 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's Driving This Trend - **Foldable Water Sports Equipment:** There is an opportunity for more foldable and easily transportable water sports equipment like paddle boards, kayaks, and canoes. - **Compact Recreation Equipment:** The trend towards compact and easily transportable recreation equipment like the Origami Paddler presents opportunities for businesses to create more such innovative products. - **Sustainable Water Sports Equipment:** The Origami Paddler's compact and foldable design presents an opportunity for businesses to explore more sustainable water sports equipment that reduces the need for transportation and storage space. ### Who This Affects Most - **Water Sports Equipment:** The water sports industry can benefit from creating more foldable, compact, and sustainable equipment that is easier for customers to transport and store. - **Travel and Adventure Gear:** The travel and adventure gear industry can explore opportunities to create more innovative and easily transportable gear for customers who like to explore the outdoors and engage in water sports. - **Sustainable and Eco-friendly Product Manufacturing:** The Origami Paddler's sustainable approach presents an opportunity for businesses to explore more sustainable and eco-friendly product manufacturing methods for water sports and other recreational equipment. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Portable Folding Boats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-folding-boat.md) - [Dual-Posture Stand-Up Paddleboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/standup-paddleboards.md) - [Blacked-Out Origami Kayaks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oru-kayak-1.md) - [Fun-Filled Inflatable Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inflatable-board.md) - [Collapsible Outdoor Furniture Pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origami-outdoor-furniture.md) - [Stealthy Lightweight Origami Kayaks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oru-kayak-black-edition.md) - [All-Black Foldable Kayaks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foldable-kayaks.md) - [Collapsible Carbon Fiber Kayaks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/packable-kayak.md) - [Aftermarket Paddleboard Loungers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sup-paddle-lounge.md)