# Supportive Picnic Seats The FIDA Mat Lets You Enjoy the Outdoors Upright By Michael Hines | Published 2010-12-13 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fida-mat References: [fastcodesign](http://www.fastcodesign.com/1662854/sign-of-the-times-a-lounge-mat-turned-seat-thats-perfect-for-the-unemployed) & [patrick-frey](http://www.patrick-frey.com/) I would spend many more days in the park or outside if only I had the FIDA Mat. The FIDA Mat is an ingenious design from Patrick Frey that acts as a [picnic blanket with a backrest](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flipster-seat). Most of us are content to make do with leaning on our arms or sitting on a pillow when we picnic, but not Patrick Frey. The FIDA Mat's backrest is strong enough to support the weight of a grown man, but it is still portable enough to fit into the backseat of your car or on your bus seat. The FIDA Mat is set for a spring release, so shelve your [lawn chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patan-chair) and start saving now. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 70% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Inventions](https://www.trendhunter.com/inventions) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Portable Picnic Seats:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for outdoor furniture industry to create more portable and convenient seating options. - **Outdoor Comfort Products:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for companies to create new and innovative outdoor products that prioritize comfort and convenience. - **Multipurpose Outdoor Gear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for companies to create outdoor gear that serves multiple functions, such as a picnic blanket with a backrest. ### Who This Affects Most - **Outdoor Furniture:** The outdoor furniture industry has the opportunity to innovate and create more comfortable and convenient seating options for picnics and outdoor activities. - **Outdoor Recreation:** The outdoor recreation industry can capitalize on the trend towards more comfortable and convenient outdoor gear and create new products to meet consumer needs. - **Travel Accessories:** Travel accessories companies can develop new products for outdoor enthusiasts, such as portable picnic seats that are easy to pack and carry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [All-in-One Ultralight Mats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultralight-mat.md) - [Collapsible Posture Support Seats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ergonomic-portable-seat.md) - [Pocket-Sized Outdoor Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocket-sized-chair.md) - [Multifunctional Crowdfunded Hammocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hangpad.md) - [Sleek Portable Air Recliners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zlounger.md) - [Flatpack Adventure-Ready Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-outdoor-chair.md) - [Dual-Purpose Camping Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chair-a.md) - [Multifunctional Beach Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bumruk.md) - [Inflatable Tote-Style Seats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bag-sofa.md)