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What are the recent trends in market size and growth for the surfing boards market?
The surfing boards market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $3.09 billion in 2024 to $3.32 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.5%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to the increasing popularity of water sports, rising disposable incomes, advancements in board materials, the expansion of surfing tourism, celebrity endorsements, environmental awareness, urbanization, and surfing facilities.
The surfing boards market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $4.39 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.2%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rowing participation among women, health and wellness trends, online retail expansion, sustainable practices, emerging markets, and competitive surfing leagues. Major trends in the forecast period include smart board technology, electric surfboards, customization and personalization, biodegradable materials, augmented reality (AR) in training, hybrid board designs, and artificial intelligence (AI) in design.
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How have varous drivers impacted the growth of the surfing boards market?
The growing awareness of outdoor sports activities is expected to propel the growth of the surfing board market going forward. Outdoor sports activities encompass physical activities and sports that are conducted primarily outdoors, often in natural environments such as parks, forests, mountains, and bodies of water. The growing awareness of outdoor sports activities is increased due to their recognized health benefits, including physical fitness and mental well-being, and the social trend towards experiential activities promoting community and social interactions. Surfing board innovations cater to outdoor sports enthusiasts by enhancing performance, safety, and enjoyment, paralleling how travel management software simplifies and streamlines corporate travel while ensuring cost control, policy enforcement, and employee well-being. For instance, in June 2023, according to the Outdoor Participation Trend report by the Outdoor Industry Association (OIA), a US-based non-profit organization, the outdoor recreation participant base increased by 2.3% in 2022 to a record 168.1 million participants compared to 164.2 million in 2021, representing 55% of the U.S. population aged six and older. Therefore, the growing awareness of outdoor sports activities drives the surfing board market.
What are the primary segments of the surfing boards market?
The surfing boards market covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Product Type: Short Boards, Longboards, Fun Boards, Foam Board, Other Products
2) By Material: Wood, Fiberglass and Foam, Epoxy, Polyurethane, Polystyrene
3) By Distribution Channel: Online, Offline
4) By Application: Entertainment, Sports Competition, Other Applications
5) By End Users: Kids, Adults
Subsegments:
1) By Short Boards: Standard Shortboards, Performance Shortboards, Fish Shortboards, Hybrid Shortboards
2) By Longboards: Traditional Longboards, Nose Riders, Performance Longboards, Retro Longboards
3) By Fun Boards: Mini Longboards, Hybrid Fun Boards, Fish Fun Boards
4) By Foam Board: Soft-Top Foam Boards, Hard-Top Foam Boards, Inflatable Foam Boards
5) By Other Products: Stand-Up Paddleboards (SUPs), Tow-In Boards, Hybrid Surfboards, Custom Or Specialty Boards
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Which firms are leading the surfing boards market?
Major companies operating in the surfing boards market are Quiksilver Inc., Rip Curl Group Pty Ltd, Tahe Outdoors OÜ, Boardworks Surf Inc., Channel Islands Surfboards Inc., Bing Surfboards, O’Neill Inc., Firewire Surfboards LLC, DHD Surfboards Pty Ltd, JS Industries Pty Ltd, Lost Surfboards LLC, HaydenShapes Surfboards Pty Ltd, Rusty Surfboards Pty Ltd, Surftech LLC, Surf Diva Surfboards LLC, Tokoro Surfboards, Surftech USA LLC, NSP Surfboards, Stewart Surfboards Inc., Infinity SUP, Global Surf Industries Pty Ltd, Hot Buttered Surfboards, Lib Tech Surf LLC, Walden Surfboards, Avila Surfboards
How will industry trends affect the trajectory of the surfing boards market?
Major companies operating in the surfing board market are focusing on developing sustainable products, such as electric surfboards, to meet increasing consumer demand for higher performance and innovative features. Electric surfboards enhance surfing experiences by providing motorized propulsion, enabling riders to achieve higher speeds and perform maneuvers effortlessly on the water. For instance, in September 2023, Cyrusher, a US-based company that manufactures electric bikes and electric surfboards, launched the Cyrusher Thunder electric surfboard. This high-performance board boasts a top speed of 44 mph (70 km/h) and a jet pump powered by a 5 kW continuous-rated and 10 kW peak-rated electric motor. The board measures 66 inches (1.68 meters) and has a waterproof 72V and 50Ah battery, providing 3.6 kWh capacity for up to 60 minutes of riding time. A full recharge takes two to three hours. It includes a wired remote control that doubles as a hand rope for safety, adjustable foot bindings for maneuverability, and weighs 18 kg (40 lb.) dry. Despite the added weight of the battery (22 kilograms or 48.5 lb.), it remains convenient for transport and use in water sports.
Which geographic trends are shaping the surfing boards market, and which region has the highest market share?
North America was the largest region in the surfing boards market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the surfing boards market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
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Surfing boards refer to specialized boards used for riding ocean waves in the sport of surfing. The designers create boards in a variety of lengths, widths, and materials to suit diverse surfing styles and skill levels and incorporate fins for stability and control. These boards are designed with a streamlined shape to enhance buoyancy and maneuverability on water.
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