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# Multipurpose Charcoal Cookers
The 'CampMaid' Charcoal Chimney is a Pizza Oven, Grill and More

By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-11-23 | Art & Design
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charcoal-chimney
References: [thegadgetflow](http://thegadgetflow.com/portfolio/campmaid-charcoal-chimney-quickest-way-get-bbq-hot/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/2081385079/campmaid-charcoal-chimney-quickest-way-to-get-bbq)

Those who enjoy outdoor activities and want to enjoy their favorite foods to boot will find the design of the 'CampMaid' charcoal chimney to be one of the most versatile outdoor cooking devices out there. Purported to be the "[Swiss Army](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crest-guesthouse) Knife of Grills," the 'CampMaid' is a [pizza oven, portable smoker](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vertical-offset-charcoal-smoker), steamer, griddle and more packed into a singular product.

The secret to the 'CampMaid' is in the [modular aesthetic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-stainlesssteel) that it has within the design that allows different accessories to be added and various other fixtures to be shifted. This allows the 'CampMaid' charcoal chimney to be used to cook a number of different meals while on camping, hiking or adventure trips in the outdoors.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 4.3/10
- Popularity: 60% | Activity: 60% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Modular Outdoor Cooking:** The trend of modular outdoor cooking devices, such as the 'CampMaid' charcoal chimney, allows for versatile cooking options in outdoor activities.
- **Multipurpose Outdoor Cooking:** The trend of multipurpose outdoor cooking devices caters to the need for compact and efficient cooking tools for outdoor adventures, like the 'CampMaid' charcoal chimney.
- **Versatile Camping Gear:** The trend of versatile camping gear, exemplified by the 'CampMaid' charcoal chimney, offers multi-functionality and convenience for outdoor enthusiasts.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Outdoor Cooking Equipment:** The outdoor cooking equipment industry can capitalize on the trend of multipurpose and modular devices like the 'CampMaid' charcoal chimney.
- **Camping and Adventure Gear:** The camping and adventure gear industry can tap into the demand for versatile cooking tools such as the 'CampMaid' charcoal chimney.
- **Outdoor Lifestyle Products:** The outdoor lifestyle products industry has an opportunity to cater to the needs of outdoor enthusiasts by offering innovative and multifunctional products like the 'CampMaid' charcoal chimney.

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