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Surfing - Global Strategic Business Report

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  • 387 Pages
  • June 2025
  • Region: Global
  • Global Industry Analysts, Inc
  • ID: 1882064
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The global market for Surfing was estimated at US$4.4 Billion in 2024 and is projected to reach US$5.5 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 4.0% from 2024 to 2030. This comprehensive report provides an in-depth analysis of market trends, drivers, and forecasts, helping you make informed business decisions. The report includes the most recent global tariff developments and how they impact the Surfing market.

Global Surfing Market - Key Trends & Drivers Summarized

Surfing is a popular water sport that involves riding waves on a surfboard, requiring skill, balance, and an understanding of ocean dynamics. Originating in Polynesia and popularized in Hawaii, surfing has evolved into a global phenomenon, attracting enthusiasts and professionals alike. The sport encompasses various styles and disciplines, including longboarding, shortboarding, big wave surfing, and tow-in surfing, each offering unique challenges and thrills. Surfing not only provides an exhilarating physical experience but also fosters a deep connection with nature, promoting mental well-being and a sense of adventure. The sport has a vibrant culture and community, with surf competitions, festivals, and surf-related tourism contributing to its widespread appeal.

Technological advancements have significantly influenced the evolution of surfing, leading to the development of high-performance surfboards and accessories. Modern surfboards are made from advanced materials such as polyurethane, epoxy, and carbon fiber, offering improved durability, flexibility, and performance. The introduction of computer-aided design (CAD) and shaping machines has allowed for precise customization of surfboard shapes, enhancing their responsiveness and suitability for different wave conditions. Innovations in wetsuit technology, including the use of neoprene and other insulating materials, have expanded the accessibility of surfing to colder regions, enabling surfers to enjoy the sport year-round. Additionally, advancements in surf forecasting and mobile applications have improved surfers’ ability to predict and track wave conditions, enhancing their overall surfing experience.

The growth in the surfing market is driven by several factors, including the increasing popularity of water sports, advancements in surfing technology, and the expansion of surf tourism. The rising interest in outdoor and adventure sports has boosted the demand for surfing equipment and apparel, attracting new participants to the sport. Technological advancements in surfboard design and manufacturing have improved the accessibility and performance of surfing gear, making it easier for beginners to learn and for experienced surfers to push their limits. The growth of surf tourism, driven by the appeal of iconic surf destinations and the rise of surf schools and camps, has further contributed to the market`s expansion. Additionally, the influence of surfing culture in media, fashion, and lifestyle has enhanced its visibility and appeal, attracting a broader audience to the sport.

Scope of Study:

The report analyzes the Surfing market in terms of units by the following Segments, and Geographic Regions/Countries:
  • Segments: Product Type (Surfing Boards, Apparel & Accessories); Distribution Channel (Offline, Online)
  • Geographic Regions/Countries: World; USA; Japan; Europe; France; Germany; Italy; UK; Spain; Russia; Rest of Europe; Asia-Pacific; Australia; Rest of Asia-Pacific; Rest of World.

Key Insights:

  • Market Growth: Understand the significant growth trajectory of the Surfing Boards segment, which is expected to reach US$3.9 Billion by 2030 with a CAGR of a 4.2%. The Apparel & Accessories segment is also set to grow at 3.6% CAGR over the analysis period.

Why You Should Buy This Report:

  • Detailed Market Analysis: Access a thorough analysis of the Global Surfing Market, covering all major geographic regions and market segments.
  • Competitive Insights: Get an overview of the competitive landscape, including the market presence of major players across different geographies.
  • Future Trends and Drivers: Understand the key trends and drivers shaping the future of the Global Surfing Market.
  • Actionable Insights: Benefit from actionable insights that can help you identify new revenue opportunities and make strategic business decisions.

Key Questions Answered:

  • How is the Global Surfing Market expected to evolve by 2030?
  • What are the main drivers and restraints affecting the market?
  • Which market segments will grow the most over the forecast period?
  • How will market shares for different regions and segments change by 2030?
  • Who are the leading players in the market, and what are their prospects?

Report Features:

  • Comprehensive Market Data: Independent analysis of annual sales and market forecasts in US$ Million from 2024 to 2030.
  • In-Depth Regional Analysis: Detailed insights into key markets, including the U.S., China, Japan, Canada, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East, and Africa.
  • Company Profiles: Coverage of players such as Adidas AG, Billabong International Ltd., Aropec Sports Corporation, Alpinestars SpA, Beachbeat Surfboards and more.
  • Complimentary Updates: Receive free report updates for one year to keep you informed of the latest market developments.

Some of the 173 companies featured in this Surfing market report include:

  • Adidas AG
  • Billabong International Ltd.
  • Aropec Sports Corporation
  • Alpinestars SpA
  • Beachbeat Surfboards
  • AJW Surfboards
  • Balance Designs, Inc. (Vew-Do Balance Boards)
  • Bear Industries Srl
  • Almond Surfboards
  • AIPA Surf Company
  • Album Surfboards
  • Basque Country Surf Company S.L.
  • Bing Surfboards
  • Black Rose Mfg. LLC
  • Between the Flags

This edition integrates the latest global trade and economic shifts as of June 2025 into comprehensive market analysis. Key updates include:

  • Tariff and Trade Impact: Insights into global tariff negotiations across 180+ countries, with analysis of supply chain turbulence, sourcing disruptions, and geographic realignment. Special focus on 2025 as a pivotal year for trade tensions, including updated perspectives on the Trump-era tariffs.
  • Adjusted Forecasts and Analytics: Revised global and regional market forecasts through 2030, incorporating tariff effects, economic uncertainty, and structural changes in globalization. Includes segmentation by product, technology, type, material, distribution channel, application, and end-use, with historical analysis since 2015.
  • Strategic Market Dynamics: Evaluation of revised market prospects, regional outlooks, and key economic indicators such as population and urbanization trends.
  • Innovation & Technology Trends: Latest developments in product and process innovation, emerging technologies, and key industry drivers shaping the competitive landscape.
  • Competitive Intelligence: Updated global market share estimates for 2025, competitive positioning of major players (Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial), and refined focus on leading global brands and core players.
  • Expert Insight & Commentary: Strategic analysis from economists, trade experts, and domain specialists to contextualize market shifts and identify emerging opportunities.
  • Complimentary Update: Buyers receive a free July 2025 update with finalized tariff impacts, new trade agreement effects, revised projections, and expanded country-level coverage.

Table of Contents

I. METHODOLOGYII. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1. MARKET OVERVIEW
Tariff Impact on Global Supply Chain Patterns
Global Economic Update
Competition
Select Popular Surf boards Worldwide
Vendors in Surfing Equipment Market Focus on Aggressive Strategies to Stay Competitive
Top Brands Enjoying Strong Positions in Surfing Space
Surfing - Global Key Competitors Percentage Market Share in 2025 (E)
Competitive Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial for Players Worldwide in 2025 (E)
Surfing: A Popular Sporting & Leisure Activity
Surfing Techniques
Types of Surfing
Surfing Equipment, Apparel & Accessories
Surfing Boards & Online Channel: Buoyant Segments of Surfing Equipment Market
Other Surfing Equipment
Surf Apparel
Global Market Prospects & Outlook
Surfboards: The Leading Segment
US Leads the Global Surfing Market
Online Segment to Register Faster Growth
Recent Market Activity
2. FOCUS ON SELECT PLAYERS
3. MARKET TRENDS & DRIVERS
Demographic Factors Influence Sales of Surf Gear and Surf Wear
Surfing Participation Worldwide: Number of Surfers (in Thousands) for Select Countries
Women & Girls: The New Wave of Surfers
World Surfing Participation by Gender: 2024
World Surfing Participation by Gender: 2024
Surfboard Market: Rise in Leisure and Professional Surfing to Drive Long-term Growth
High-Performance Surfboards Gain Popularity
Technologies Touching & Transforming Diverse Aspects of Surfing Industry
Surfboard Innovations to Spur Growth Opportunities
Wooden Surfboards: An Eco-friendly and Sustainable Option
Electric Fin Surfboards
Carbon Technology to Improve Surfboards
Hybrid & Uniquely-Shaped Surfboards: A Mix of Improved Performance, Convenience & Fun
Innovation in Fin Designs Aimed at Improving Control & Steering of Surfboard
Rising Interest in Surfboard Volume Metrics to Lend Traction for Market
Aviation Inspires New Surfboard Designs
Battery-driven Surfboard Powers Electric Surfing Market
Surfboards Find Use in Snowboarding
Use of Carbon Fiber Waste in Surfboard-Making
Smart Surfboard Fin for Monitoring Ocean Warming
Other Innovations in Surfing Equipment
Surfing Apparel: Focus on Surf Wear Combining Functionality & Fashion
Fashion Influences in Men’s Surf Wear
Wetsuits: Recreational & Professional Surfing to Drive Gains
Performance Surf Wear: Poised for Growth
Rising Popularity of Adaptive Surfing to Present Long-term Growth Prospects
Select Notable Adaptive Surfing Organizations Worldwide
Emergence of Surfing Therapy for Treatment of Mental Illnesses: Potential Growth for Surfing Equipment & Apparel
Artificial Wave Pools and Surf Parks Bring Surfing to Landlocked Areas: Potential for Surf Apparel and Gear
Prominent Technologies Used for Artificial Wave Generation
Efforts to Develop Professional Surfing into Arena-based Sports Fan Development of Surf Parks
Surf Tourism Dynamics to Influence Demand for Surf Apparel and Surf Gear
How Tourism & Leisure Industry Is Impacted by the Pandemic & What’s the New Normal?
Global Tourism Market Reset & Trajectory - Growth Outlook (In %) For Years 2019 Through 2025
Health + Wellness + Surfing: The New Mantra for Success for Surf Tourism
Luxury Surf Tourism: Potential for Long-term Growth
Technology Advancements to Spur Market Opportunities in Surfing Market
Sustainable Practices Gain Prominence in Surfing Industry
Eco-Friendly Surfboard Materials & Production Techniques
Algae-based Surfboards Emerge as Sustainable Alternatives to Standard Surfboards
Entertainment Industry Promotes Surfing Culture, Driving Market Growth
Media Emerges as a Key Promotional Platform for Surfing Companies
Sales Continue to Gain Traction through Online Channels
Key Market Issues Facing Surfing Market
4. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE
TABLE 1: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Surfing by Geographic Region - USA, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 2: World Historic Review for Surfing by Geographic Region - USA, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
TABLE 3: World 15-Year Perspective for Surfing by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets for Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
TABLE 4: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Surfing Boards by Geographic Region - USA, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 5: World Historic Review for Surfing Boards by Geographic Region - USA, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
TABLE 6: World 15-Year Perspective for Surfing Boards by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
TABLE 7: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Apparel & Accessories by Geographic Region - USA, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 8: World Historic Review for Apparel & Accessories by Geographic Region - USA, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
TABLE 9: World 15-Year Perspective for Apparel & Accessories by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
TABLE 10: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Offline by Geographic Region - USA, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 11: World Historic Review for Offline by Geographic Region - USA, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
TABLE 12: World 15-Year Perspective for Offline by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
TABLE 13: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Online by Geographic Region - USA, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 14: World Historic Review for Online by Geographic Region - USA, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
TABLE 15: World 15-Year Perspective for Online by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
TABLE 16: World Surfing Market Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2015 through 2030
III. MARKET ANALYSIS
UNITED STATES
Market Facts & Figures
US Surfing Market Share (in %) by Company: 2022 & 2030
Surfing Boards (Product Type) Market Share Analysis (in %) of Leading Players in the US for 2022 & 2030
Apparel & Accessories (Product Type) Competitor Revenue Share (in %) in the US: 2022 & 2030
Surfing Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in the United States for 2025 (E)
Market Overview
US Surf Shops Struggle Amidst the COVID-19 Pandemic
Younger Demography Exhibits Increased Interest in Surfing
EXHBIT: Number of Participants in Surfing Activity in the US (2006-2019) (in ‘000s)
Surfing Participation in the US: Percentage Breakdown by Casual Surfers and Core Surfers for 2019
US Surfing Frequency: Percentage Breakdown of Surfer Population by Frequency of Surfing
Surf Parks and Wave Pools Drive Opportunities for Surfing Equipment & Products
TABLE 17: USA Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Surfing by Product Type - Surfing Boards and Apparel & Accessories - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 18: USA Historic Review for Surfing by Product Type - Surfing Boards and Apparel & Accessories Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
TABLE 19: USA 15-Year Perspective for Surfing by Product Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Surfing Boards and Apparel & Accessories for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
TABLE 20: USA Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Surfing by Distribution Channel - Offline and Online - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 21: USA Historic Review for Surfing by Distribution Channel - Offline and Online Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
TABLE 22: USA 15-Year Perspective for Surfing by Distribution Channel - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Offline and Online for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
JAPAN
Surfing Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Japan for 2025 (E)
TABLE 23: Japan Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Surfing by Product Type - Surfing Boards and Apparel & Accessories - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 24: Japan Historic Review for Surfing by Product Type - Surfing Boards and Apparel & Accessories Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
TABLE 25: Japan 15-Year Perspective for Surfing by Product Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Surfing Boards and Apparel & Accessories for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
TABLE 26: Japan Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Surfing by Distribution Channel - Offline and Online - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 27: Japan Historic Review for Surfing by Distribution Channel - Offline and Online Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
TABLE 28: Japan 15-Year Perspective for Surfing by Distribution Channel - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Offline and Online for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
EUROPE
Market Facts & Figures
European Surfing Market: Competitor Market Share Scenario (in %) for 2022 & 2030
Surfing Boards (Product Type) Market Share (in %) by Company in Europe: 2022 & 2030
Apparel & Accessories (Product Type) Market Share (in %) of Major Players in Europe: 2022 & 2030
Surfing Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Europe for 2025 (E)
Surfing Market in Europe: An Overview
Surfing Population in Europe: Percentage Breakdown of Surfers by Gender for 2019
European Surfboard Market Breakdown by Custom Surfboards and Industrial/Molded Surfboards for 2019
TABLE 29: Europe Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Surfing by Geographic Region - France, Germany, Italy, UK, Spain, Russia and Rest of Europe Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 30: Europe Historic Review for Surfing by Geographic Region - France, Germany, Italy, UK, Spain, Russia and Rest of Europe Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
TABLE 31: Europe 15-Year Perspective for Surfing by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for France, Germany, Italy, UK, Spain, Russia and Rest of Europe Markets for Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
TABLE 32: Europe Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Surfing by Product Type - Surfing Boards and Apparel & Accessories - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 33: Europe Historic Review for Surfing by Product Type - Surfing Boards and Apparel & Accessories Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
TABLE 34: Europe 15-Year Perspective for Surfing by Product Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Surfing Boards and Apparel & Accessories for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
TABLE 35: Europe Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Surfing by Distribution Channel - Offline and Online - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 36: Europe Historic Review for Surfing by Distribution Channel - Offline and Online Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
TABLE 37: Europe 15-Year Perspective for Surfing by Distribution Channel - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Offline and Online for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
FRANCE
Surfing Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in France for 2025 (E)
TABLE 38: France Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Surfing by Product Type - Surfing Boards and Apparel & Accessories - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 39: France Historic Review for Surfing by Product Type - Surfing Boards and Apparel & Accessories Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
TABLE 40: France 15-Year Perspective for Surfing by Product Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Surfing Boards and Apparel & Accessories for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
TABLE 41: France Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Surfing by Distribution Channel - Offline and Online - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 42: France Historic Review for Surfing by Distribution Channel - Offline and Online Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
TABLE 43: France 15-Year Perspective for Surfing by Distribution Channel - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Offline and Online for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
GERMANY
Surfing Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Germany for 2025 (E)
TABLE 44: Germany Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Surfing by Product Type - Surfing Boards and Apparel & Accessories - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 45: Germany Historic Review for Surfing by Product Type - Surfing Boards and Apparel & Accessories Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
TABLE 46: Germany 15-Year Perspective for Surfing by Product Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Surfing Boards and Apparel & Accessories for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
TABLE 47: Germany Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Surfing by Distribution Channel - Offline and Online - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 48: Germany Historic Review for Surfing by Distribution Channel - Offline and Online Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
TABLE 49: Germany 15-Year Perspective for Surfing by Distribution Channel - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Offline and Online for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
ITALY
TABLE 50: Italy Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Surfing by Product Type - Surfing Boards and Apparel & Accessories - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 51: Italy Historic Review for Surfing by Product Type - Surfing Boards and Apparel & Accessories Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
TABLE 52: Italy 15-Year Perspective for Surfing by Product Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Surfing Boards and Apparel & Accessories for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
TABLE 53: Italy Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Surfing by Distribution Channel - Offline and Online - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 54: Italy Historic Review for Surfing by Distribution Channel - Offline and Online Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
TABLE 55: Italy 15-Year Perspective for Surfing by Distribution Channel - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Offline and Online for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
UNITED KINGDOM
Surfing Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in the United Kingdom for 2025 (E)
Market Overview
TABLE 56: UK Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Surfing by Product Type - Surfing Boards and Apparel & Accessories - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 57: UK Historic Review for Surfing by Product Type - Surfing Boards and Apparel & Accessories Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
TABLE 58: UK 15-Year Perspective for Surfing by Product Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Surfing Boards and Apparel & Accessories for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
TABLE 59: UK Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Surfing by Distribution Channel - Offline and Online - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 60: UK Historic Review for Surfing by Distribution Channel - Offline and Online Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
TABLE 61: UK 15-Year Perspective for Surfing by Distribution Channel - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Offline and Online for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
SPAIN
TABLE 62: Spain Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Surfing by Product Type - Surfing Boards and Apparel & Accessories - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 63: Spain Historic Review for Surfing by Product Type - Surfing Boards and Apparel & Accessories Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
TABLE 64: Spain 15-Year Perspective for Surfing by Product Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Surfing Boards and Apparel & Accessories for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
TABLE 65: Spain Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Surfing by Distribution Channel - Offline and Online - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 66: Spain Historic Review for Surfing by Distribution Channel - Offline and Online Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
TABLE 67: Spain 15-Year Perspective for Surfing by Distribution Channel - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Offline and Online for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
RUSSIA
TABLE 68: Russia Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Surfing by Product Type - Surfing Boards and Apparel & Accessories - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 69: Russia Historic Review for Surfing by Product Type - Surfing Boards and Apparel & Accessories Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
TABLE 70: Russia 15-Year Perspective for Surfing by Product Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Surfing Boards and Apparel & Accessories for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
TABLE 71: Russia Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Surfing by Distribution Channel - Offline and Online - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 72: Russia Historic Review for Surfing by Distribution Channel - Offline and Online Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
TABLE 73: Russia 15-Year Perspective for Surfing by Distribution Channel - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Offline and Online for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
REST OF EUROPE
TABLE 74: Rest of Europe Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Surfing by Product Type - Surfing Boards and Apparel & Accessories - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 75: Rest of Europe Historic Review for Surfing by Product Type - Surfing Boards and Apparel & Accessories Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
TABLE 76: Rest of Europe 15-Year Perspective for Surfing by Product Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Surfing Boards and Apparel & Accessories for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
TABLE 77: Rest of Europe Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Surfing by Distribution Channel - Offline and Online - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 78: Rest of Europe Historic Review for Surfing by Distribution Channel - Offline and Online Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
TABLE 79: Rest of Europe 15-Year Perspective for Surfing by Distribution Channel - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Offline and Online for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
ASIA-PACIFIC
Surfing Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Asia-Pacific for 2025 (E)
TABLE 80: Asia-Pacific Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Surfing by Geographic Region - Australia and Rest of Asia-Pacific Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 81: Asia-Pacific Historic Review for Surfing by Geographic Region - Australia and Rest of Asia-Pacific Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
TABLE 82: Asia-Pacific 15-Year Perspective for Surfing by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Australia and Rest of Asia-Pacific Markets for Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
TABLE 83: Asia-Pacific Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Surfing by Product Type - Surfing Boards and Apparel & Accessories - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 84: Asia-Pacific Historic Review for Surfing by Product Type - Surfing Boards and Apparel & Accessories Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
TABLE 85: Asia-Pacific 15-Year Perspective for Surfing by Product Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Surfing Boards and Apparel & Accessories for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
TABLE 86: Asia-Pacific Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Surfing by Distribution Channel - Offline and Online - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 87: Asia-Pacific Historic Review for Surfing by Distribution Channel - Offline and Online Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
TABLE 88: Asia-Pacific 15-Year Perspective for Surfing by Distribution Channel - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Offline and Online for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
AUSTRALIA
Surfing Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Australia for 2025 (E)
Market Overview
COVID-19 Pandemic Provides Some Growth Opportunities for Surfing Market
Cheap Foreign Imports Impact Local Surfboard Manufacturing
Surf Apparel Market: Overview
TABLE 89: Australia Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Surfing by Product Type - Surfing Boards and Apparel & Accessories - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 90: Australia Historic Review for Surfing by Product Type - Surfing Boards and Apparel & Accessories Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
TABLE 91: Australia 15-Year Perspective for Surfing by Product Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Surfing Boards and Apparel & Accessories for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
TABLE 92: Australia Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Surfing by Distribution Channel - Offline and Online - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 93: Australia Historic Review for Surfing by Distribution Channel - Offline and Online Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
TABLE 94: Australia 15-Year Perspective for Surfing by Distribution Channel - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Offline and Online for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
REST OF ASIA-PACIFIC
India: A Long Coastline and Emerging Surf Tourism: Potential for Growth
TABLE 95: Rest of Asia-Pacific Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Surfing by Product Type - Surfing Boards and Apparel & Accessories - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 96: Rest of Asia-Pacific Historic Review for Surfing by Product Type - Surfing Boards and Apparel & Accessories Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
TABLE 97: Rest of Asia-Pacific 15-Year Perspective for Surfing by Product Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Surfing Boards and Apparel & Accessories for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
TABLE 98: Rest of Asia-Pacific Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Surfing by Distribution Channel - Offline and Online - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 99: Rest of Asia-Pacific Historic Review for Surfing by Distribution Channel - Offline and Online Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
TABLE 100: Rest of Asia-Pacific 15-Year Perspective for Surfing by Distribution Channel - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Offline and Online for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
REST OF WORLD
Brazil: Popularity of Surfing Bodes Well for Market Growth
Africa - The Next Surfing Mecca?
TABLE 101: Rest of World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Surfing by Product Type - Surfing Boards and Apparel & Accessories - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 102: Rest of World Historic Review for Surfing by Product Type - Surfing Boards and Apparel & Accessories Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
TABLE 103: Rest of World 15-Year Perspective for Surfing by Product Type - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Surfing Boards and Apparel & Accessories for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
TABLE 104: Rest of World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Surfing by Distribution Channel - Offline and Online - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 105: Rest of World Historic Review for Surfing by Distribution Channel - Offline and Online Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
TABLE 106: Rest of World 15-Year Perspective for Surfing by Distribution Channel - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Offline and Online for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
IV. COMPETITION

Companies Mentioned (Partial List)

A selection of companies mentioned in this report includes, but is not limited to:

  • Adidas AG
  • Billabong International Ltd.
  • Aropec Sports Corporation
  • Alpinestars SpA
  • Beachbeat Surfboards
  • AJW Surfboards
  • Balance Designs, Inc. (Vew-Do Balance Boards)
  • Bear Industries Srl
  • Almond Surfboards
  • AIPA Surf Company
  • Album Surfboards
  • Basque Country Surf Company S.L.
  • Bing Surfboards
  • Black Rose Mfg. LLC
  • Between the Flags

Table Information

Report AttributeDetails
No. of Pages387
PublishedJune 2025
Forecast Period2024 - 2030
Estimated Market Value ( USD ) in 2024 $ 4.4 Billion
Forecasted Market Value ( USD ) by 2030 $ 5.5 Billion
Compound Annual Growth Rate4.0%
Regions CoveredGlobal

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About the Surfing Market

Surfing is a popular sport and recreational activity that involves riding a wave on a surfboard. It is a type of sport within the broader category of sporting goods and equipment. Surfing requires specialized equipment, such as surfboards, wetsuits, and leashes, as well as accessories like fins, wax, and traction pads. Surfers also need to be aware of the weather and ocean conditions, as well as the local regulations and safety guidelines. Surfing has grown in popularity over the years, with more people taking up the sport and more companies offering specialized equipment and accessories. Companies such as Quiksilver, Billabong, and Rip Curl are some of the most well-known brands in the surfing market, offering a wide range of products for both beginner and experienced surfers. Other companies, such as O'Neill, FCS, and Surftech, also offer a variety of products for surfers. Show Less Read more

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