# Kitewings Skaters/Boarders Get Air & Speed By Going Like Sixty | Published 2007-11-03 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wing-helps-skaters-and-boarders-get-air-and-long-jumps References: [bornrich.org](http://www.bornrich.org/entry/kitewing-iv8-monofilm-its-all-about-jumps-tricks-and-great-airtime/) Kitewing goes well with [snowboards, inline skates or skateboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mach-one-electric-skateboard). It can pull boarders or skaters along with the wind for speed freaks or give lift for tricks. "This scary piece of kit is the tool to make [incredible jumps, tricks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/red-bulls-building-drop) and great airtime," Born Rich said. "To my surprise, there is no limit to the amazing jumps and tricks performed by many keen riders. With 60+ mph and 5 m high, 40 m long jumps, you can easily think of the self-damage it can cause. But, the wing shaped kite is certainly going to allure experienced riders round the globe." It's lightweight and easy to assemble because it's no bigger than a [ski bag](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/k2-ski-collection). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 28% | Activity: 71% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Wind-powered Sports Equipment:** Opportunities to create lightweight and portable wind-powered equipment for various sports with potential for high speeds and aerial tricks. - **Extreme Sports Technology:** Innovative technologies that can enhance the performance and safety of thrill-seekers in extreme sports with high-risk potential. - **Urban Adventure Equipment:** Development of gear that can be easily transported for urban skaters and boarders looking to find adventure and new terrain to conquer. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Sports Equipment Manufacturing:** Opportunities to create specialized sports equipment that improves performance and safety and offers new and exciting ways to experience extreme sports. - **Outdoor Gear Retail:** Meeting the growing demand for innovative and portable equipment for outdoor enthusiasts looking to push boundaries and experience new terrains. - **R&D for Extreme Sports:** Investing in research and development to create innovative and high-performance equipment for the growing market of adventure seekers in extreme sports. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Multipurpose Modular Watersports Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/watersports-board.md) - [Easy-to-Ride Hydrofoil Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/awake-vinga-3.md) - [Two-Wheeled Surfing-Inspired Skateboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surf-skateboard.md) - [Snow Scooter Conversion Kit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snow-scooter-conversion.md) - [Sleek Electric Hydrofoil Surfboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/awake-vinga.md) - [Fun-Filled Inflatable Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inflatable-board.md) - [App-Controlled Skates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/appcontrolled-skates.md) - [Hybridized Electric Longboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hybridized-electric-longboards.md) - [Affordable Inflatable Hydrofoil Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fliteboard-flite-air.md)