# Durable Outdoor Abodes The North Face Dome Tent is Built to Withstand the Harshest Conditions By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2012-12-18 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/north-face-dome-tent References: [coolthings](http://www.coolthings.com/north-face-dome-tent/) & [thenorthface](http://www.thenorthface.com/) For the outdoorsman who needs a [tough tent to brave the elements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gazelle-tents-backcountry-series), The [North Face](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-north-face-1) [Dome Tent](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hata-dome) offers a durable abode when climbing a mountain or camping during the winter months. The tent is fashioned after the classic igloo shape that is used by inhabitants of the Arctic because of its ability to stand sturdy during blizzards and storms. The Dome Tent is a whopping 125-square feet in size and can comfortably sleep eight people with plenty of room for essential gear. The complex tent is made to withstand the harshest elements and is perfect for mountain climbing when a more stable, long-term hut is required. There are two doors for easy entry, a small chimney vent and even two windows to help make the cozy quarters even more livable. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 48% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Sports](https://www.trendhunter.com/sports) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Durable Outdoor Abodes:** Opportunity for developing durable and resilient outdoor shelters for extreme weather conditions. - **Arctic-inspired Designs:** Opportunity for exploring the use of classic igloo shape in various industries like architecture and product design. - **Multi-functionality:** Opportunity for designing multi-functional tents that can accommodate a large number of people while providing essential features for comfort and convenience. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Outdoor Equipment:** Opportunity for the outdoor equipment industry to develop more durable and weather-resistant tents. - **Architecture:** Opportunity for the architecture industry to incorporate Arctic-inspired designs in building designs. - **Camping and Adventure Tourism:** Opportunity for the camping and adventure tourism industry to provide more comfortable and secure accommodations for travelers in extreme weather conditions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Geodesic Windproof Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/expedition-tent.md) - [Four-Season Inflatable Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fourseason-inflatable-tent.md) - [Two-Person Outdoor Technical Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xdome-2.md) - [Oversized Family-Friendly Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snow-peak-land-nest-shelter.md) - [Inflatable Stormproof Geodesic Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heimplanet-kirra.md) - [Ultralight Camping Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/x-dome-1-plus.md) - [Inflatable Four-Season Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-station-pod01.md) - [Durable Adventure-Ready Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/space-acadia.md) - [Oversized Cave-Like Camping Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heimplanet-cave-xl-tent.md)