# Wearable EDC Belts The Slidebelts Survival Belt 2.0 is a Rugged EDC Wearable for Any Situation By Justin Lam | Published 2018-04-10 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/survival-belt-20 References: [blessthisstuff](https://www.blessthisstuff.com/stuff/wear/acessories/survival-belt/) & [slidebelts](https://www.slidebelts.com/products/survival-belt) [EDC](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/edc-wallet) items are generally found in pockets and bags, but the Survival Belt 2.0 is a unique piece that is sure to be there should you find yourself stranded without regular gear. Designed by SlideBelts, this piece of survival gear combines classic athletic designs with everyday functionality. The belt itself is comprised of multiple materials and is heat resistant, waterproof, abrasion resistant and easy to clean. An internal webbing design provides almost 1,500 PSI of tensile strength and continuous notches along the belt makes it easy to adjust for any girth. The tool section of the Survival Belt 2.0 is held in the buckle and is comprised of a metal alloy face and a glass-filled nylon unibody. The tools featured in the buckle include an AUS-8 [stainless steel knife](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/benchmade-593bk-psk), a bottle opener, a ferrocerium fire starter and an LED flashlight. The entire body of the Survival Belt 2.0 buckle is coated by Titanium Nitride for improved protection from abrasion and corrosion. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 42% | Activity: 48% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Wearable EDC Gear:** The Slidebelts Survival Belt 2.0 showcases the trend of wearable EDC gear, merging functionality with fashion. - **Multi-functional Survival Accessories:** The Survival Belt 2.0's buckle combines various survival tools into one, reflecting the trend of multi-functional accessories for preparedness. - **Durable Materials:** The use of heat-resistant, waterproof, and abrasion-resistant materials in the Survival Belt 2.0 highlights the trend towards durable and resilient products. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Outdoor Gear:** The Survival Belt 2.0 caters to the outdoor gear industry with its rugged design and survival functionalities. - **Fashion Accessories:** The incorporation of EDC tools into a stylish belt like the Survival Belt 2.0 presents disruptive innovation opportunities in the fashion accessories industry. - **Emergency Preparedness:** The Survival Belt 2.0 contributes to the emergency preparedness industry by offering a convenient and versatile wearable solution for unexpected situations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Micro Keychain EDC Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinyblade.md) - [Rustic EDC Tool Wallets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/edc-wallet.md) - [Tool-Integrated Smartwatch Straps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tilink-titanium-multifunction-edc-bracelet.md) - [Sliding High-Performance Pocket Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sliding-doubleended-edc-tool.md) - [Multitool Titanium Carabiner Clips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/titanium-carabiner-keychain.md) - [Ultra-Compact Outdoor Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slidewinder.md) - [Flexible Multipurpose EDC Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modl-infinity-tool.md) - [Emergency Tracking Belt Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcade-x-recco-stretch-belt.md) - [Keychain-Sized EDC Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pathfinder-multitool.md)