# Durable Inflatable Coolers The 'coolAIR' Cooler is Lightweight and Rugged By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-10-18 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inflatable-cooler References: [homecrux](https://www.homecrux.com/coolair-inflatable-lightweight-cooler/133632/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/inflatable-cooler/coolair-rugged-lightweight-inflatable-floating-cooler) The 'coolAIR' inflatable cooler is a lightweight piece of gear for avid campers to choose when looking for a better alternative to [hard-sided alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soft-cooler1) on the market. The cooler is crafted from durable components in order to offer the perfect place to [store drinks and food](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coleman-pro-coolers), which is further enhanced by the [inflatable nature of the unit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/conqueror-inflatable). This is thanks to its air-insulated design that will keep items inherently colder and maintain ice for up to three days, which makes it perfect for long weekend getaways. The 'coolAIR' inflatable cooler weighs in at just 4.5 pounds and, when deflated, will take of minimal space to make for easy storage in a closet, basement or even in a car trunk. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 38% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Inflatable Coolers:** Inflatable coolers offer a lightweight and durable alternative to traditional hard-sided coolers, disrupting the outdoor and camping industry. - **Lightweight Camping Gear:** The use of lightweight materials and innovative design in camping gear provides opportunities for disruptive innovation in the outdoor and adventure industry. - **Air-insulated Design:** The use of air-insulated designs in products such as coolers provides opportunities for disruptive innovation in the home appliance and food & beverage industries. ### Where This Applies - **Outdoor and Camping:** The outdoor and camping industry can explore inflatable coolers and other lightweight gear to improve convenience and mobility for consumers. - **Home Appliance:** The use of air-insulated technology in home appliances such as refrigerators and freezers can provide energy-efficient and eco-friendly solutions. - **Food & Beverage:** The food & beverage industry can explore air-insulated designs in packaging and storage to improve shelf life and reduce waste. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Floating Foam Drink Coolers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foam-portable-cooler.md) - [Lightweight Overlanding Coolers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rugged-road-45-v2-cooler.md) - [Lightweight Puffy Cooler Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monti-coolers.md) - [Rugged Cubic Camping Coolers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/camelbak-chillbak-cube-cooler.md) - [Ultra-Sturdy Drink Coolers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/east-oak-hard-cooler.md) - [Ice-Free Beverage Coolers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iceless-coolers.md) - [Recyclable Cooler Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coleman-geofreeze-cooler.md) - [Heavy-Duty Camper Coolers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dometic-coolice.md) - [All-Terrain Camper Coolers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/igloo-trailmate-journey-cooler.md)