# Galactic Camping Gear This Geek Camping Gear is a Must-Have for the Indoors and Out By Akihiko Tse | Published 2013-10-02 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geek-camping-gear References: [ournerdhome](http://ournerdhome.com/geekcampinggear/) While the average camping equipment for those looking to venture into the outdoors remains largely the same, this geek camping equipment has an extra caveat that needs to be satisfied. Some of the items simply come embossed with an image or trademark logo of geeky favorites -- such as a Starfleet Academy spork or a M48 tactical shovel -- but each represents a special geeky bond one cannot leave home without. Though camping and geek culture are not considered entirely synonymous and rarely coincide, some of these geek camping equipment are an awesome addition to have. The [R2D2](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Star-wars-themed-cafe) folding chair, for example, is simply better looking than any other [camping chair](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nemo-stargaze-evox) available. The Tauntaun [sleeping bag](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nanga-attack-on-titan-sleeping-bag) -- taken from the omnivorous reptomammls that live on the icy planet of Hoth from the Star Wars series -- would be an apt companion for those chilly nights. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 46% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Life](https://www.trendhunter.com/life) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Geek Camping Gear:** Opportunity to create innovative camping gear inspired by geek culture to cater to an untapped market. - **Geeky Branding:** Potential for branding camping gear with geeky images and trademarks to appeal to fans of geek culture. - **Unique Camping Accessories:** Opportunity to design and manufacture camping accessories that incorporate geeky designs and references to enhance the camping experience. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Outdoor Recreation:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in creating unique camping gear that appeals to geek culture enthusiasts. - **Geek Culture Merchandise:** Opportunity to expand product offerings in the geek culture merchandise industry by incorporating camping gear. - **Outdoor Retail:** Disruptive innovation potential in introducing a niche range of geek camping gear to the outdoor retail market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Gamer-Focused Camping Gear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xbox-camper.md) - [Cartoon-Inspired Camping Gear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/logos-1.md) - [Geodesic Street Wear Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heimplanet-x-maharishi-cave-tent.md) - [Tactical Camping Furniture Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pknk-lightweight.md) - [Inflatable Geodesic Adventure Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aerogogo-aerotent-series.md) - [Compact Camping Multi-Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gerber-stake-out.md) - [Consolidated Camping Shelters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/consolidated-camping-shelter.md) - [Durable Summer Camping Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-north-face-1.md) - [Posh Polyhedral Camping Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tokyo-crafts-grayhus.md)