# Decadent Pocket Tools The Parachute Holds 10 Socially Useful Tools in One By Akihiko Tse | Published 2013-10-05 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-parachute References: [kickstarter](http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1035213898/the-parachute-a-superior-multi-tool-has-landed) & [the-gadgeteer](http://the-gadgeteer.com/2013/09/24/it-may-not-slow-your-fall-but-the-parachute-multi-tool-can-fix-things-once-you-land/) The Parachute—aptly named for its life-saving qualities—is [10 commonly used tools in one](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airtag-multitool), with everything from a can opener to a seat belt or hook cutter. The curvy, teardrop-shaped tool is a design by Jeff Morin and has already attained its [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retractable-multitool) campaign goal. The stainless steel Parachute tool measures 3.5 inches in height and 2 inches in width, with a thickness of 4 mm. The Parachute comes with a large belt loop hanger that incises through the tool. The other nine tool options include a scraper for ice, rust or dirt, a can opener, a seatbelt cutter, a two-inch ruler, flat screwdriver, bottle opener, a half-inch, quarter-in and 5mm hex wrenches, a 1.5 inch saw blade and a [keychain hole](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinyblade). The sleek and slim design makes it applicable for both the outdoors and in important social settings, such as being the go-to person for opening beer bottles. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.7/10 - Popularity: 96% | Activity: 96% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Inventions](https://www.trendhunter.com/inventions) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Multipurpose Tools:** Designing tools that can serve more than one purpose creates a new market for convenience-driven consumers. - **Compact and Portable Tools:** Making tools smaller and easy to carry around opens up new opportunities for on-the-go consumers and businesses. - **Embedded Tools:** Embedding a variety of tools into one main tool reduces clutter and creates a new market for practical and efficient consumers. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Outdoor Gear:** Manufacturers of outdoor gear can take advantage of the trend towards compact and convenient multipurpose tools. - **Auto Safety:** The incorporation of tools like the Parachute in automobiles increases safety and can offer new opportunities for auto manufacturers and retailers. - **Drinkware:** Designing products that incorporate bottle openers or other small tools could be a unique selling point for drinkware companies looking to differentiate themselves in the market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pocket-Ready Multitool Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gerber-prybrid.md) - [Keychain-Sized EDC Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pathfinder-multitool.md) - [Rapidly Retractable Multi-Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retractable-multitool.md) - [18-in-One Carabiner Multitools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/octo-multitool.md) - [Keychain-Sized Multitools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/k-smart-keychain.md) - [Compact Carabiner Multi-Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carabiner-multitool.md) - [Metallic Multitool Wallet Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ekster-tool-card.md) - [Titanium Tool-Integrated Carabiners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mr-gadget-edrin.md) - [10-in-1 EDC Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orioners-z3.md)