# Collaboration Hiker Capsule Collections The Outdoor Afro x REI Co-op Collection is Adventure-Ready By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2022-10-03 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outdoor-afro-x-rei-coop-collection References: [hiconsumption](https://hiconsumption.com/outdoor-afro-inc-x-rei-co-op-hiking-collection/) & [rei](https://www.rei.com/b/outdoor-afro-rei-co-op/c/all) The Outdoor Afro x REI Co-op Collection is a [collaboration capsule](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/on-and-sky-high-farm-goods) of gear for avid hikers alike to incorporate into their wardrobe when in search of a way to elevate their capabilities in the great outdoors. The collection comes as a first of its kind collaboration between the brands and keeps function as well as form in mind to support explorers. The range includes [pants, hoodies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyke-and-the-north-face), hiking shoes, a waist pack and a backpack, which are all constructed with durability in mind to accommodate the needs of explorers spending extended periods in the wilderness. The Outdoor Afro x REI Co-op Collection also includes polos, shirts, bandanas, jackets and water bottles, which are priced ranging from $15 up to $279. The collection is available now from REI. Image Credit: Outdoor Afro In. / REI Co-op ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 42% | Activity: 21% | Freshness: 13% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Fashion for Men](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashionformen) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Adventure Apparel:** Opportunity to create unique apparel collections catering to outdoor activities and adventure sports. - **Collaboration Collections:** Opportunity to collaborate with different brands to create innovative and purposeful outdoor products. - **Sustainable Outdoor Gear:** Opportunity to explore sustainable material options and create eco-friendly outdoor gear and apparel. ### Where This Applies - **Outdoor Retail:** Opportunity for outdoor retail brands to collaborate with outdoor adventure groups and create unique gear collections. - **Sport Apparel:** Opportunity for sport apparel brands to expand their product line into outdoor adventure gear and apparel. - **Sustainable Manufacturing:** Opportunity for companies to invest in sustainable manufacturing processes for outdoor gear and apparel to appeal to environmentally conscious consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Beginner-Friendly Hiking Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rei-co-op-trailmade.md) - [Fall-Inspired Hiking Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hiking-essentials.md) - [Outdoor Apparel Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buff-x-veja.md) - [Camping-Ready Collaborative Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/camping-collection.md) - [Outdoor Utility Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apc-x-gregory.md) - [Collaborative Outdoor Technical Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyke-and-the-north-face.md) - [Collaborative Durable Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/and-wander-4.md) - [Climbing-Inspired Capsule](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/topologie-x-universal-works.md) - [Camo Design Bag Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/herschel-supply-x-realtree.md)