# DIY Fountain Fun The Mentos Geyser Tube By Trendopoly | Published 2007-03-24 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-fountain-fun-the-mentos-geyser-tube References: [redferret.net](http://www.redferret.net/?p=8480) & [firebox](http://www.firebox.com/product/1797) Ready to recreate the famous (or infamous) Extreme [Mentos and Diet Coke experiment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diet-coke-retro-lime)? Then get your hands on the Mentos Geyser Tube, load it up with Diet Coke and Mentos, pull the pin and take cover! You are about to witness a powerful geyser that shoots up to 30 feet! **Implications** - Products like this are not purely about function or efficiency, but in this modern age, sometimes a [sense of fun and entertainment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mark-rober) is just as (and indeed sometimes more) important. Companies that appeal to this adventurous side of their consumer's interests need to accept the temptation to explore quirky ideas as they can sometimes be the most lucrative ones of all. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 56% | Activity: 41% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: South America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Bizarre](https://www.trendhunter.com/bizarre) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Fun and Entertainment Products:** Developing products that prioritize fun and entertainment over function and efficiency can tap into consumers' desire for novelty and enjoyment. - **Quirky and Adventurous Ideas:** Exploring unconventional and adventurous ideas can lead to lucrative opportunities for companies that aim to appeal to the adventurous side of their consumers. - **Recreating Popular Experiments:** Capitalizing on the appeal of recreating famous or infamous experiments can attract consumers who are interested in engaging with popular science experiments. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Toy Industry:** The toy industry can benefit from developing fun and entertaining products that prioritize novelty and enjoyment. - **Adventure Tourism Industry:** The adventure tourism industry can explore quirky and adventurous ideas to provide unique and thrilling experiences for their customers. - **Science Education Industry:** The science education industry can tap into the appeal of recreating popular experiments to engage students and make science learning more interactive and enjoyable. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Candy-Branded Video Game Partnerships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mentos-fizzookas-rocket.md) - [DIY Miniature Science Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-volcano-in-a-box.md) - [Science Experiment Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beaker-creatures-skull-mountain-volcano.md) - [Textural Candy-Inspired Refreshments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mentos-drinks.md) - [Science-Themed Soda Shop Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cool-sips-mad-scientist-soda-lab.md) - [Sustainable Festival Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mentos-pure-fresh-gum-stand.md) - [Flavor-Packed Candy Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mentos-discovery.md) - [Chic Tubular Water Carbonators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smeg-soda-maker.md) - [Drink-Carbonating Beverage Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sodastream-mix.md)