# Ultra-Light Reusable Bags The Nanobag 4.0 is Compact and Lightweight Yet Supports Up to 66lbs By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2020-09-17 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nanobag References: [prnewswire](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/funded-in-one-hour-on-kickstarter-nanobag-4-0---ultralight-reusable-shopping-bag-301133022.html) & [kck.st](http://kck.st/2CGjyaa) Tiptop Things recently introduced the newest version of its Nanobag on [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tigo-nanomax) and the crowdfunding campaign met its initial funding goal within just an hour. Now, the innovative [reusable bag](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aldi-big-bag) is more than 8,000% funded, thanks to the support of over 10,000 backers. The Nanobag 4.0 is a next-gen shopping bag that's on a mission to set itself apart as the lightest, most portable and strongest bag on the market. True to its name, the bag is designed to compact into a [pocket-friendly size](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-folding-table) and offer a lightweight form yet it boasts the ability to support items up to 66lbs. The bags are made with soft, lightweight and foldable diamond ripstop material, which gives the design many of its best qualities. Image Credit: Tiptop Things ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 87% | Activity: 79% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Ultra-light Bags:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation lies in developing even lighter bags that maintain durability and strength. - **Compact Reusable Bags:** There is potential for disruptive innovation in creating reusable bags that are even more compact and easier to carry. - **Strong and Lightweight Materials:** Innovating new materials that combine strength and lightness can lead to disruptive advancements in various industries. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Retail:** The retail industry can capitalize on the trend of ultra-light, reusable bags by offering them as a sustainable alternative to single-use bags. - **Travel and Tourism:** The travel and tourism industry can leverage compact reusable bags to provide travelers with convenient and eco-friendly options for carrying items. - **Packaging:** The packaging industry has an opportunity to explore new strong and lightweight materials for creating efficient and sustainable packaging solutions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ultra-Compact Backpack Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nanobag-daypack.md) - [Featherlight Hyper-Strength Duffle Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/norda-toolbox-duffle-bag.md) - [Reinvented Plastic Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/telfar-plastic-bag.md) - [Powerful Compact Power Banks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-power-bank.md) - [Ultra-Lightweight Foldable Waterproof Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foldable-waterproof-backpack.md) - [Durable Versatile Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/durable-versatile-bags.md) - [Featherweight Packable Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/featherweight-packable-backpack.md) - [Sustainably Functional Totes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-apex-everyday-tote.md) - [Versatile Nylon Tote Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nylon-tote-bags.md)