# Personal Portable Submarines The Scuba-Doo Makes Swimming Underwater Fuss-Free By Solana Iribarren | Published 2009-09-28 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scuba-doo-portable-submarine References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/go/1967/) & [jameslist](http://www.jameslist.com/advert/52311#F=|tuned|:1,C=6,O=0,T=|tab0|) If you're not a [scuba diver](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/doxa-sub-300-carbon-seafoam) but you think you'd enjoy looking at underwater creatures, this is the toy for you. The Scuba Doo (or Scuba Cycle) is meant for [shallow waters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-buoy) where you can cruise around with it at 2.5 knots for over an hour. The Scuba Doo sells for $17,000 new, or used for $9,000 on JamesList.com. **Implications** - Convenience is now key to most products, as majority of the population is constantly on the go. This has now even gone to the extent of [underwater transport](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kikfin), allowing those interested in adventures below the waters the option of casually taking a submarine for a spin, potentially inspiring other companies to make their usually not-so-accessible products more attainable. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.8/10 - Popularity: 61% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Personal Submarines:** The rise of personal submarine technology creates opportunities for recreational and tourism industries to cater to a growing demand for unique aquatic experiences. - **Convenience Technology:** The Scuba Doo demonstrates the increasing consumer demand for products that provide convenience, opening up possibilities for other industries to explore technological advancements that enhance user experience. - **Accessible Luxury:** The resale market for the Scuba Doo points towards a potential market for affordable luxury items among consumers who are seeking premium experiences but are conscious of their spending. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Recreational:** Personal submarines pave the way for the recreational industry to create innovative experiences for thrill-seekers who want to explore the ocean depths beyond traditional scuba diving. - **Tourism:** As personal submarines become more accessible, there is an opportunity for the tourism industry to tap into a new market of adventure-seeking travelers looking for unique experiences in exotic locations. - **Resale:** Thriving resale markets for luxury goods, such as the Scuba Doo, create opportunities for industries to explore innovative business models catered to consumers looking for high-end products at a more affordable price point. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Lightweight Underwater Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/subnado.md) - [Intuitive Underwater Scuba Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surando-underwater-scooter.md) - [Arm-Attached Underwater Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/underwater-scooters.md) - [High-Speed Underwater Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sublue-vapor.md) - [Miniature Playful Sea Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geneinno-s2.md) - [Personal Aquatic Scooter Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/underwater-scooter-concept.md) - [Compact Underwater Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asiwo-u1.md) - [Dual-Motor Underwater Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sublue-navbow-underwater-scooter.md) - [Carbon Fiber Underwater Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seanxt-elite.md)