The Airboard® brand
Airboard® is the registered trademark for a winter sports device that was developed in Switzerland by Joe Steiner in the 1990s. Made from high-quality plastic-coated textiles, the result is a light and extremely durable snow glider that is also known as a bodyboard for the snow. In 2010, Airboard® expanded its range to include inflatable SUPs (stand-up paddles).
Snow-Bodyboards
Since 2001, Fun-Care has produced and sold over 150,000 Snow-Bodyboards worldwide, including around 30,000 in Switzerland. The constantly growing number of "Airboarders" looking for attractive slopes, which is clearly noticeable in a winter sports arenas with a new Airboard offerings.
But it is not just the increasing turnover in rentals or the sale of day passes to Airboarders that is exciting, it is also the low number of accidents that may surprise some people. Even the SKUS (Swiss Commission for Accident Prevention on Snow Sports Slopes) rates Airboards as less dangerous than conventional sleds. This statement is clearly underlined by the statistics provided.
In times when the growth figures for skiers and snowboarders are stagnating, it makes sense to make room for a new sport and customers rather than trying to poach existing winter sports enthusiasts.
In this context, the short learning phase of Airboarding is also very interesting. Beginners experience success in the first hour and the dynamic nature of this sport means that people who were not interested in skiing or snowboarding because of the long and expensive learning phase suddenly discover an affordable winter sport.
Inflatable paddleboards
In Europe, 8 out of 10 SUPs are inflatable products, as they have the advantage of being easy to transport and store when not inflated. Since sales are also growing strongly internationally, Airboard® is keen to be able to carry out repairs and recycle products that are no longer in use locally.
Since 2024, Airboard® has also had Prone boards in its range
Spirit of innovation
Airboard has been specializing in inflatable sports products for 20 years. With innovative strength, comprehensive know-how and passion for the subject, a wide range of products is now available. We offer the right inflatable SUP board for every need.
sustainability and ecology
We pay attention to environmental compatibility throughout our entire production process. Packaging is reduced to a minimum and we offer spare parts or simple repair solutions for our products.
Story
2001
After a 10-year development phase, the company Fun-Care AG presents the Airboard® brand and with it a new winter sport. Behind the brand is not just a piece of sports equipment, but a whole concept, including clothing and accessories.
2002
Fun-Care AG is nominated as a finalist for the Brand New Award and wins a stand at the ispo in Munich.
2004
Fun-Care AG is nominated for Switzerland’s most important young entrepreneur award at the Swiss Economic Forum.
2006
Airboard® Classic 130 is nominated for the US BOWN (Best Of What's New). Airboard Classic 130 is one of the 100 top products of the year.
2008
Airboard® Classic130-x is nominated for the Volvo Eco Design Award. This nomination was made due to the excellent quality and the ecological aspect , which is anchored in the company philosophy. Airboards are 100% recycled after their life cycle and made into fashionable bags.
2009
Airboard® products are sold in 20 countries worldwide and the sport is finding new fans everywhere.
2010
At the Paddle Expo in Nuremberg, Airboard® is presenting its SUP designs, which clearly stand out from the competition's products. This is because Airboard® SUPs impress with better strength and performance .
2011
Further expansion of the product range as well as the distribution and regional channels worldwide.
2014
Airboard® launches the ATA - a race in which snowboard teams can compete against each other.
2015
The distribution of snowboards is being expanded to China.
2016
Airboard® presents the ROCKET, the fastest inflatable SUP. The dolphin-like nose simulates a displacement hull. The shape took some getting used to and divided opinions, but the Rocket is still very popular in the racing scene.
2019
Airboard® surprises the SUP industry again. The ULTRALIGHT SUP concept is a well thought-out combination of lightweight high-tech materials and multifunctional accessories. The SUP can be folded to a 50% smaller and lighter pack size thanks to a cleverly assembled deck pad design. The bag also serves as a volume pump and a dry bag to keep your belongings dry on the water. Another extremely innovative feature is the optionally available and patented pump paddle, which can be used to effortlessly pump high pressure into the SUP boards.
The extraordinary innovative power of the Airboard team has also been repeatedly confirmed by international juries and awards.
2020
Airboard® is adding the AirTrack mat BOUNCE to its range. The gymnastics mat for adults and children is made from materials that are free of harmful substances (17P REACH).
2021
Airboard® is celebrating its 20th anniversary . During this time, a lot has been developed and the history of Airboard has been further expanded - the brand impresses with innovations that have been brought to market in recent years. We look back with pride.
2024
Airboard® Developed with experts of the prone scene an inflatable prone board which offers ideal training opportunities for surfers, swimmers and stand up paddlers