# Compact Timepiece Survival Kits Keep Hiking Essentials in One Spot with the CRKT Survival Bracelet By Nicole Ballantyne-Choo | Published 2014-03-04 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crkt-survival-bracelet References: [uncrate](http://uncrate.com/stuff/crkt-survival-bracelet-tools/) & [crkt](http://www.crkt.com/paracord-survival-bracelet-compass-light-firestarter-9702?&search_id=703307) The CRKT survival bracelet is a must-have for [avid hikers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casio-pro-trek-prjb001b2). While exploring new woods and trails is fun and exhilarating, having to carry a bag filled with everything you need is not only annoying, it can also slow you down. If you're not expecting to camp out in the middle of nowhere throughout the night, the CRKT survival bracelet is perfect for day excursions. The mini kit is designed like a bracelet; simply wear it on your wrist and have easy access to your essentials. This one CRKT survival bracelet neatly holds a compass, an LED light and a [magnesium fire starter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basecamp-survival-kit) so you'll be well supplied if the day turns into night during your adventurous hike. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 58% | Activity: 59% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Compact Survival Kits:** Compact survival kits that are wearable and easily accessible provide a disruptive innovation opportunity for outdoor enthusiasts. - **Hiking Gear Integration:** Integration of essential hiking gear into everyday accessories presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for the outdoor industry. - **Minimalist Outdoor Equipment:** The development of minimalist outdoor equipment, such as the CRKT survival bracelet, offers a disruptive innovation opportunity for lightweight and efficient gear. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Outdoor Gear:** The outdoor gear industry can take advantage of the trend towards compact survival kits by developing innovative wearable solutions. - **Fashion Accessories:** Fashion accessory brands can tap into the trend of functional integration by designing stylish and practical accessories that also serve as survival tools. - **Sporting Goods:** Sporting goods manufacturers can explore the market of minimalist outdoor equipment by creating lightweight and versatile products for outdoor enthusiasts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Miniature Multi-Functional Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crkt-kert.md) - [Tool-Integrated Smartwatch Straps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tilink-titanium-multifunction-edc-bracelet.md) - [EDC Tool Bracelets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tilink.md) - [Bare Essentials Survivalist Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vssl-essentials-survival-kits.md) - [Prepackaged Survivalist Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uncharted-supply-basecamp-30l-yeti-survival-system.md) - [Micro Metallic Multitools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/titanium-fire-starter-and-multitool.md) - [Camping-Friendly Compact Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/victorinox-pocketknives.md) - [Fire-Starting Outdoor Ropes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zippo-fire-starting-paracord.md) - [Adaptable EDC Axe Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crkt-provoke-x.md)