# Portable Picnic Parachutes The Multi-Purpose Fatboy Knapsack is Ultra Convenient By Renee Ramsarran | Published 2011-01-20 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fatboy-knapsack References: [incrediblethings](http://www.incrediblethings.com/travel/fatboy-knapsack/) & [2modern](http://2modern.com/designer/Fatboy/Fatboy-Knapsack) For an ultra convenient outing, ditch the cutesy picnic basket for the Fatboy Knapsack. This outdoor product is perfect for both the [park or the beach](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/picnic-collection), providing you with a [large sitting area](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zlounger) to host your picnic. Once you're finished with the piece, just pull the cord and watch as the Fatboy Knapsack turns into a [convenient bag](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bask-bag) to store all your items. This Fatboy Knapsack is definitely both practical and stylish, making every picnicking experience more enjoyable. **Implications** - The Fatboy Knapsack has two beneficial features: convenience and multi-purpose abilities. This is a great product for all your picnic needs. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 30% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Multi-purpose Knapsacks:** The trend of outdoor products with multiple functions, which can be used as seating and storage, presents opportunities for developing new and innovative designs. - **Convenient Picnicking:** The trend of ultra-convenient picnic products provides opportunities to create portable and efficient products that make outdoor dining easier and more enjoyable. - **Transformable Outdoor Gear:** The trend of transformable outdoor gear presents opportunities for creating products that seamlessly switch between different functions, allowing customers to save space and money. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Outdoor Recreation:** The outdoor industry is presented with opportunities to create more versatile and functional products that enhance the outdoor experience for customers. - **Consumer Goods:** The consumer goods industry can design better and more efficient outdoor products that cater to customers' convenience needs. - **Travel Accessories:** The travel accessories industry can capitalize on the trend of transformable outdoor gear by designing products that are lightweight, compact and versatile for travelers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Multifunctional Beach Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bumruk.md) - [Inflatable Tote-Style Seats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bag-sofa.md) - [Beach Backpack Recliners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beach-backpack-recliner.md) - [Tactical Camping Furniture Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pknk-lightweight.md) - [Multifunctional Camper Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bolotor-bolo-packs.md) - [Adaptable Three-in-One Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultix-outdoors-superpack.md) - [Dual-Purpose Camping Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chair-a.md) - [Foldable Camping Couches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/camping-couch.md) - [All-in-One Ultralight Mats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultralight-mat.md)