WaterShield

A longboard wheel “fender” attachment designed to prevent water from spraying up onto the rider in wet conditions.

Problem

Riding a longboard in the rain quickly soaks the rider because the wheels kick water upward. Existing solutions were either bulky, not designed for longboards, or inconvenient to install/remove.

Solution

WaterShield is a compact, attachable wheel cover that blocks splash-up at the source. The design focuses on a secure mount, simple installation, and a form factor that fits common longboard setups without getting in the way of riding.

Design Development

Iterating form and attachment strategy for wheel clearance and stability.

Testing

Real-world testing to validate fit, clearance, and durability.

Observing splash reduction under wet riding conditions.

Demo

WaterShield in motion, demonstrating real-time splash reduction.

What I did

• Defined the user pain point and usage scenarios
• Designed the attachment concept and mounting approach
• Iterated shape and fit for wheel clearance and durability
• Prototyped and validated basic function with test rides

Takeaways

Small accessories succeed or fail on install friction. The design had to feel immediately worth using the moment conditions turned wet.