Two years ago we asked the public to help us develop a prototype for a 100% recycled and recyclable surfing handplane that would demonstrate the circular economy — and they did. Shortly after, the University of Plymouth and the University of Exeter also jumped on board (pun unintended) to support the project. We're proud to announce the launch of the Odyssey Handplane.
For those who don't know us: we are a multi-award winning small family business and the makers of the world's first marine recycled kayak. We spend most of our time diverting plastic from dozens of harbours across the UK via our Net Regeneration Scheme and are pioneers in the global sustainable plastics industry. Our Founder and Managing Director Rob Thompson was nominated by the British Government as one of COP26's 'One Step Greener' Ambassadors in recognition of his work for the environment.
Why It Matters
An estimated 13 million tonnes of plastic ends up in our ocean each year — the equivalent of tipping a dustbin lorry into the sea every minute. Once lost, this plastic persists for at least 450 years in the marine environment. Our mission is to recover and recycle as much of it as possible, transforming it into sustainable lifestyle products for all to enjoy.
Each Odyssey Handplane contains the equivalent of approximately 129 bottle tops and can be recycled several times over through our Marine Regeneration Scheme.
Designed by Surfers, for the Ocean
The Odyssey Handplane was designed by surfers for eco-conscious wave lovers across the globe. It allows full body contact with the wave in the purest, most instinctive way — whether it's your first time catching a wave or you're a seasoned bodysurfer hunting the next tube.
Handplane Features
- Handles well in all conditions
- Ultra slim design for superior paddling freedom and increased speed
- Concave underside optimised for lift, hold and speed
- Fully adjustable one-size-fits-all 3mm neoprene hand strap system and wrist leash
- Portable and lightweight
- High quality injection moulded manufacture
- 100% recycled marine plastic collected through Odyssey Innovation's Net Regeneration Scheme
- 100% recyclable through our Marine Regeneration Scheme
- Carbon neutral
- Locally made in the South West, UK
- Hand straps made from our Neo Re-Prene Wetsuit Recycling Initiative
- No prior experience required
- Supports a 'waste to resource' mindset across the fishing community and beyond
👉 Shop the Odyssey Handplane and ride the wave of change.