# Beastly Beach-Ready SUVs The 2021 Ford Bronco Riptide Concept SUV Allows for Open-Air Driving By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-08-17 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ford-bronco-riptide-concept-suv References: [uncrate](https://uncrate.com/2021-ford-bronco-riptide-concept-suv/) & [ford](https://www.ford.com/bronco/) The 2021 Ford Bronco Riptide Concept SUV is a beach-ready transportation solution for avid explorers looking to enjoy their next adventure without having to worry about whether or not their car is up to the challenge. The SUV boasts an premium design that's perfect for warm weather cruising, and has been paired with a series of marine-grade interior fabrics and rubberized floor linings. These work alongside the Bestop [removable roof](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyota-land-cruiser-rox-concept) and tubular door bars to make the vehicle well-suited for life at the [beach or off-road](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2026-rivian-r1s-quad-pebble-beach) by allowing for easy conversions as well as even easier cleaning. The 2021 Ford Bronco Riptide Concept SUV is based on the Sasquatch Package, which includes [35-inch tires](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-jeep-wrangler-4xe-backcountry) on 17-inc beadlock wheels as well as Bilstein dampers. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 81% | Activity: 71% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Open-air Adventure Vehicles:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating vehicles designed specifically for outdoor exploration and adventure. - **Marine-grade Interiors:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in developing vehicle interiors that are designed to withstand exposure to the elements. - **Removable Roof and Doors:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating vehicles with modular and convertible features that enable customization for different activities and environments. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Automotive:** Opportunity for automotive manufacturers to develop and market vehicles that cater to the growing trend of outdoor adventure and exploration. - **Recreation and Leisure:** Opportunity for companies in the recreation and leisure industry to offer products and services that cater to the growing trend of outdoor adventure and exploration. - **Textile and Flooring:** Opportunity for textile and flooring manufacturers to develop products that are durable and resistant to exposure to water, sand and dirt. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wetlands-Ready SUV Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ford-bronco-everglades.md) - [Sunset-Inspired SUV Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2024-ford-bronco-sport-free-wheeling-edition.md) - [Hardcore Off-Road SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bronco-raptor.md) - [Mythical Exploration SUV Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ford-bronco-sasquatch-searcher.md) - [Limited-Edition Surf Culture SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-land-rover-defender-beach-break-edition.md) - [Racer-Honoring SUV Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-ford-bronco-stroppe-special-edition-suv.md) - [Sporty Exploration SUV Upgrades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-ford-bronco-sport-sasquatch.md) - [Sporty 60s-Style SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ford-bronco-sport-heritage-edition.md) - [Off-Road-Tuned SUV Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/king-of-the-hammers-edition-bronco.md)