# Collapsible Carbon Fiber Kayaks The Pontos Packable Kayak Comes in at Seven-Pounds By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2022-03-15 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/packable-kayak References: [dudeiwantthat](https://www.dudeiwantthat.com/outdoors/watersports/pontos-packable-kayak.asp) & [pontosoutdoor](https://www.pontosoutdoor.com)  Kayaks are notorious for being cumbersome to carry and transport, which is something the Pontos packable kayak is intended to change with a series of durable materials. The kayak is achieved with a [carbon fiber frame](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-supertramp-flagship-ht) that is strong yet lightweight and capable of being collapsed down when not in use. The frame of the kayak is then covered with a 210 denier nylon shell that has a TPU coating to ensure a watertight seal that is also highly resistant to punctures. The Pontos packable kayak is rounded out with an [inflatable seat](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/conqueror-inflatable) to offer a bit of additional comfort during use, which also serves as a flotation device in the event of the water vessel being capsized. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.1/10 - Popularity: 92% | Activity: 81% | Freshness: 11% - 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 - **Lightweight Watercraft:** Manufacturers in the watercraft industry should research materials and designs to create lightweight, collapsible boats that are easy to carry and transport. - **Flexible Outdoor Gear:** Companies in the outdoor gear industry should invest in research to develop flexible, collapsible materials and designs for a variety of products, including tents, camping furniture, and backpacks. - **Inflatable Accessories:** The inflatable accessory trend presents an opportunity for companies in industries such as outdoor gear and water sports to develop products that are both lightweight and functional, such as inflatable seats and flotation devices. ### Where This Applies - **Watercraft:** Manufacturers in the watercraft industry can leverage the trend of lightweight, collapsible designs and materials to create highly portable kayaks, canoes, and other small boats. - **Outdoor Gear:** Companies in the outdoor gear industry can capitalize on the trend of flexible, collapsible materials and designs to create a range of products that are easy to carry and store, such as tents, camping furniture, and backpacks. - **Water Sports:** Companies in the water sports industry can utilize the trend of inflatable accessories to create lightweight, portable products such as paddleboards, surfboards, and other water toys. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Stealthy Lightweight Origami Kayaks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oru-kayak-black-edition.md) - [Featherweight Folding Kayaks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/featherweight-folding-kayak.md) - [Highly Portable Origami-Style Canoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mycanoe-solo-2.md) - [All-Black Foldable Kayaks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foldable-kayaks.md) - [Portable Folding Boats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-folding-boat.md) - [Blacked-Out Origami Kayaks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oru-kayak-1.md) - [Hybrid Inflatable Watercraft](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/isle-the-switch.md) - [Featherlight Hiking Poles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trekking-poles.md) - [Collapsible Smokeless Fire Pits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-smokeless-fire-pit.md)