# Extendable Collapsing Ladders The 'Xtend & Climb' Telescopic Ladder is Compact for Quick Storage By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-12-13 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/telescopic-ladder References: [odditymall](http://odditymall.com/telescoping-extendable-ladder) Storing a traditional ladder requires lots of extra space that many people might not have, so the 'Xtend & Climb' telescopic ladder is intended to be an alternative. Coming in an array of size options, the 'Xtend & Climb' ladder works by allowing users to extend the telescopic design upward to push it completely out or partially so. The 'Xtend & Climb' comes in sizes of 8.5-feet, 10.5-feet, 12.5-feet and 15.5-feet, which makes the design ideal for an array of different tasks. The unit is capable of being [stored and transported in a trunk](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elio), and features a [closure system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-shelf) that allows the individual levels to be compacted down in just seconds. The 'Xtend & Climb' telescopic ladder has a strong locking mechanism that will prevent it from ever faltering during use. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 50% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Telescopic Design:** Designing products with telescopic features will enable easier transport and storage for users. - **Compact Storage:** Providing innovative storage solutions will open up new markets for products. - **Safety Mechanisms:** Incorporating strong safety mechanisms into product designs is an opportunity for differentiation in the market. ### Who This Affects Most - **Construction:** The construction industry could benefit from telescopic designs that make storing and transporting ladders easier. - **Home Improvement:** Home improvement retailers could market telescopic ladders as the go-to solution for compact and easy ladder storage. - **Outdoor Recreation:** Outdoor recreation retailers could expand their product line by offering telescopic ladders that can be easily transported for camping or other outdoor activities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Reimagined Traditional Library Ladders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/step-by-step-ladder.md) - [Collapsible Storage Trolleys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clax-trolley.md) - [Compact Portable Dish Racks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dish-rack-2.md) - [Adjustable Expansive Luggage Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/telescopic-luggage-bag.md) - [Telescoping Campsite Lanterns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outask-telescopic-lantern.md) - [Collapsible EDC Telescopes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stellarscope.md) - [Folding Maintenance Lift Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jlg-liftpod.md) - [Space-Saving Foldable Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foldable-desk1.md) - [Rollable Rooftop Cargo Racks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rooftop-cargo-rack.md)