# Spider Webs to Catch Criminals NET-2000 Shooting Net By lourdes sanchez bayas | Published 2008-03-17 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spider-web-to-catch-criminals-the-net-2000-shooting-net References: [technabob](http://technabob.com/blog/2008/03/16/web-gun-catches-thieves-just-like-flies/) Cops can now catch thugs using a web-like net that shoots from a rod which [looks like a big flashlight](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timeli-flashlight). The NET-2000 Shooting Net uses an air compressed rod that shoots out a high strength nylon fiber web as far away as 49 feet. Importer Chinagrabber sells the devise for $419. For something a little more fun, check out this fun [spider webbing toy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wednesday-thing): **Implications** - While possessing similar powers to those of [Spiderman and Superman](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spiderman-x-crocs) is unlikely, consumers still seek out products or experiences that can generate similar feelings. Businesses will benefit from creating everyday products that allow consumers to perform daily activities in a more exciting and thrilling manner. Today's hectic lifestyle demand that fun and excitement be incorporated into typically mundane tasks. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 20% | Activity: 88% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Bizarre](https://www.trendhunter.com/bizarre) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Air-compressed Technology:** The trend of using air-compressed technology could revolutionize various industries including law enforcement. - **Enhanced Safety Measures:** The trend of using innovative safety measures such as the NET-2000 Shooting Net has the potential to disrupt the security industry. - **Funification of Everyday Tasks:** The trend of introducing fun and excitement into mundane tasks could create disruptive innovation opportunities for various businesses. ### Where This Applies - **Law Enforcement:** Law enforcement agencies can benefit from air-compressed technology for enhanced safety measures during high-risk situations. - **Security:** The security industry can explore the use of innovative safety measures like the NET-2000 Shooting Net for improved protection and defense. - **Toys and Games:** The trend of funifying everyday tasks like catching criminals can create opportunities for toys and games manufacturers to create products that generate similar feelings of excitement and thrill. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Paintball-Shooting Security Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paintcam-home-security-system.md) - [Gel Pellet Toy Guns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hasbro-1.md) - [Electric Fly Swatters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fly-insect-trap.md) - [Discreet Portable Tasers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taser-device.md) - [Glow-In-The-Dark Lasso Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loop-lasso.md) - [Arachnid Superhero Tech Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casetify-x-marvel-spiderman-collection.md) - [Superhero-Themed Dinosaur Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/web-chompin-spider-rex.md) - [Technologically-Driven Rodent Traps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thanos-home.md) - [Sci-Fi Film-Themed Dart Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starfleet-phaser-blaster.md)