# Inflatable Travel Bags FREITAG's 'ZIPPELIN' is a Lightweight Travel Bag That Can Be Pumped By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2017-09-13 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightweight-travel-bag References: [swiss-miss](http://www.swiss-miss.com/2017/09/freitag-travel-bag.html) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/freitaglab/zippelin-an-inflatable-one-of-a-kind-travel-bag-by) There are dozens of [lightweight travel bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taskin-swift) on the market that have been designed to offer thoughtful storage solutions when they are not in use, but [FREITAG](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reflected-bag) has gone above and beyond with its new ZIPPELIN. ZIPPELIN bags are made from old truck tarpaulins, making each one completely unique and one-of-a-kind. As such, the bags can be rolled up tightly to store, and [inflated with a standard pump](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flextails-tiny-pump-3x) for use. As FREITAG describes: "amazingly enough, the pressurized air provides ample support without the weight." When the bag has been fully inflated, ZIPPELIN forms a light, yet extremely durable travel bag with an 85-liter capacity. The bag even has a set of wheels that can be removed at check-in and reattached for ease of transportation when one's flight reaches its destination. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.3/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 88% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Lightweight Travel Bags:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore innovative materials and design solutions to create more lightweight and compact travel bags. - **Sustainable Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop eco-friendly products by repurposing materials, like old truck tarpaulins, to create unique and sustainable fashion items. - **Inflatable Luggage:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design innovative inflatable luggage solutions that offer durability, flexibility, and ease of storage. ### Where This Applies - **Travel Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce new and convenient travel accessories, such as inflatable bags and lightweight luggage, to enhance the travel experience. - **Sustainable Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Drive innovation in the sustainable fashion industry by utilizing repurposed materials and creating one-of-a-kind products. - **Outdoor Gear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate inflatable technology into outdoor gear, such as camping equipment, tents, and inflatable backpacks, to provide lightweight and portable solutions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Travel-Focused Vacuum Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vacuum-kit.md) - [Compression Backpack Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airback-flex.md) - [Sleek Portable Air Recliners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zlounger.md) - [Water-Ready Duffle Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zhik-submersible-duffel-bag.md) - [Vacuum-Powered Suitcase Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ekester-travelpack-vacuum-kit.md) - [Modular Minimalist Travel Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fireflyx-travel-bag.md) - [Luggage Compression Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wandr-w36.md) - [Slim Collapsible Luggage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slim-luggage.md) - [Adjustable Expansive Luggage Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/telescopic-luggage-bag.md)