# Lightning-Proof Tents The 'Bolt' Tent Protective Shelter Shields Adventurers from the Elements By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-01-12 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/protective-shelter References: [tuvie](http://www.tuvie.com/bolt-tent-mobile-lightning-protective-shelter/) & [issuu](https://issuu.com/kamajania) Many consumers are taking to the outdoors for vacations and adventures, so products like the 'Bolt' Tent Protective Shelter are becoming more commonly developed and found on the market. Designed to help [hikers and campers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/t4-overland-exp-hub) take cover from thunderstorms, the 'Bolt' Tent Protective Shelter is intended to be a safe haven that will not act as a conductor when lightning it present. Created by designer Kama Jania, the tent design helps to provide safety when outdoors. Coming in three different models including the 'Bolt-Half,' 'Bolt One' and 'Bolt Air,' the 'Bolt' Tent Protective Shelter is easily carried in a knapsack thanks to the [ultra-lightweight design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyperlite-crosspeak-2-tent). The collection of tents have gone through rigorous testing to ensure that those who take cover within are safe not only from the threat of lightning, but also from [strong winds and intense rain](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gazelle-tents-backcountry-series). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 78% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## 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 - **Outdoor Safety Gear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop lightweight, durable and lightning-proof gear for outdoor enthusiasts. - **Extreme Weather Protection:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create innovative products that offer protection from lightning, strong winds and intense rain in various outdoor activities. - **Portable Emergency Shelters:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design compact and easy-to-carry shelters that provide safety during thunderstorms and adverse weather conditions. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Outdoor Recreation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore how lightning-proof tents and other safety gear can enhance the outdoor experience and attract more customers. - **Camping Equipment:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop lightning-proof tents as a must-have camping gear for enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers. - **Emergency Preparedness:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Partner with emergency response organizations to provide lightning-proof shelters for disaster preparedness and relief efforts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Aerodynamic Design Camping Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wind-anchor-tent.md) - [Inflatable Stormproof Geodesic Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heimplanet-kirra.md) - [Off-Grid Backpacker Tent Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/durston-xdome-2.md) - [Geodesic Windproof Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/expedition-tent.md) - [Four-Season Inflatable Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fourseason-inflatable-tent.md) - [Posh Polyhedral Camping Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tokyo-crafts-grayhus.md) - [Angular Multi-Level Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nokken-softshell-tent.md) - [Consolidated Camping Shelters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/consolidated-camping-shelter.md) - [Solar Energy-Capturing Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jackery-lighttentair.md)