There are dozens of apps out there that cater to fans of tennis, baseball, golf, soccer and football, but Shrick appeals to those who like high-adrenaline extreme sports.
The social networking app is designed for daredevils and makes it easy for people to follow the adventures of icons from sports like BMX biking, wakeboarding, skateboarding, jet skiing, longboarding and more.
As well as being to follow leaders in these sports, all users are able to create and share their own posts. In order to make it exciting to share posts of daring stunts, Shrick equips adrenaline junkies with a set of editing tools that include slow motion capture or fish-eye lens effects. The app itself is gamified, awarding users a point for each post made, making it a competition in itself.
Action Sport Apps
Shrick is a Social Networking App for Extreme Sports Enthusiasts
Trend Themes
1. Extreme Sports Apps - Opportunity to develop social networking apps specifically designed for extreme sports enthusiasts, catering to their unique needs and interests.
2. Adrenaline Junkie Social Networks - Disruptive potential lies in creating social networking platforms that connect thrill-seekers and allow them to share and follow extreme sports adventures.
3. Gamified Action Sports Apps - Incorporating gamification elements into action sports apps can encourage user engagement and foster a sense of competition within the extreme sports community.
Industry Implications
1. Social Networking - Opportunities for social networking platforms to target niche markets, such as extreme sports enthusiasts, and provide them with specialized features and communities.
2. Mobile App Development - Growing demand for mobile apps that cater to the unique needs and interests of extreme sports enthusiasts, providing features like slow-motion capture and fish-eye lens effects.
3. Sports and Adventure Tourism - Potential disruptive innovation lies in integrating action sports apps with the tourism industry, creating opportunities for adventure travelers to connect with local extreme sports communities and experiences.