# Solar-Powered Tents The Upgraded 'Cinch!' Tent Features Improved Solar Functionality By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2016-08-17 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solarpowered-tent References: [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/cinchpopuptents/cinch-ultimate-pop-up-tent-solar-power-led-heat-co) & [cinchpopuptents](https://www.cinchpopuptents.co.uk) The 'Cinch!' solar-powered tents have been making waves ever since they were introduced to the market, but the latest and greatest version features a raft of great upgrades that aim to redefine the concept of the solar-powered canopy tent. What's great about these particular upgraded solar-powered tents is that they now features an optional [solar power pack](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deepsolar-x20-solar-power-bank) which consists of a rooftop solar panel and a 13,000 mAh power bank. Other new features include an extendable canopy that can be used to increase the living space of the tent by 75 percent, and LED tent pegs and lanterns. Currently the subject of a crowdfunding campaign over on [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/essential-camping-solar-tables), this solar-powered tent proves that [eco-friendly camping](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aecooly) doesn't have to be a hassle. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 33% | Activity: 79% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Eco-friendly Camping:** Opportunity to develop innovative and sustainable camping products. - **Solar Power Integration:** Opportunity for integrating solar power into various consumer products. - **Crowdfunding Campaigns:** Opportunity to leverage crowdfunding platforms to bring innovative products to market. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Outdoor Recreation:** Opportunity for outdoor gear companies to create eco-friendly camping gear. - **Renewable Energy:** Opportunity for renewable energy companies to explore new applications for solar power. - **Consumer Electronics:** Opportunity for consumer electronics companies to develop solar-powered products and accessories for outdoor enthusiasts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Solar Panel-Paired Rooftop Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jackery-solar-generator-for-rooftop-tent.md) - [Energy-Harvesting Camper Awnings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xponent-power-xpanse-awning.md) - [Solar-Powered Pop-Up Cabins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-offgrid-cabin.md) - [Solar Energy Camping Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eo-canopy.md) - [Self-Assembling Rooftop Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinch-air-cruiser.md) - [Essential Camping Solar Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/essential-camping-solar-tables.md) - [Electric Vehicle Camping Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tentsla-x1-tent.md) - [Folding Solar-Equipped Camping Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecoeshiner-solar-table.md) - [Aerodynamic Electric Camping Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-charging-camping-vehicle.md)