# Transparent Kayaks Molokini by Clear Blue Hawaii is Made out of Bulletproof Glass By Meghan Young | Published 2014-09-30 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transparent-kayak References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2014/9/clear-blue-hawaii-unveils-transparent-bulletproof-glass-kayaks) & [clearbluehawaii](http://www.clearbluehawaii.com/web/category/policarbonate_kayaks/molokini.html) Some people might be familiar with the name Molokini since it refers to a famous crescent-shaped, partially submerged volcanic crater in Hawaii; others will recognize it as the name of a transparent kayak. Made out of military-grade bulletproof glass originally intended for fighter jet cockpits, this transparent kayak is the only way to enjoy the clear blue waters of tropical destinations short of snorkeling and scuba-diving. Designed by [Clear Blue Hawaii](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/menopause-made-clear), a studio based in Seattle, Washington, the transparent kayak boasts a [carbon Kevlar frame](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alpacka-raft), which gives it its minimal weight. Available in single seater or double seater configurations, the transparent kayak can be folded for easy transportation to and from specific sight-seeing spots. Full of unexpected details, the transparent kayak is a great design that makes the most out of one of Hawaii's gems. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 90% | Activity: 61% | 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) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Sports](https://www.trendhunter.com/sports) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Transparent Watercraft:** The trend of creating watercraft with transparent structures for sight-seeing and exploration purposes continues to offer disruptive innovation opportunities in the tourism and leisure sectors. - **Military-grade Glass:** The use of military-grade bulletproof glass in creating transparent structures for watercraft promotes product durability and can be applied to elevate design in architecture and interior design. - **Portable Watercraft:** Creating watercraft that can be easily transported to different sight-seeing and exploration spots opens up disruptive innovation opportunities in the travel and tourism industries. ### Where This Applies - **Tourism:** Transparent watercraft can offer immersive and experiential sight-seeing options to tourists seeking unique experiences and can revolutionize water-based tourism services and activities. - **Product Manufacturing:** The use of military-grade bulletproof glass in designing and creating products beyond its intended function can disrupt the materials and manufacturing industries and create unique products with increased durability. - **Environmental Conservation:** Transparent watercraft can be used for research and study of aquatic life and environments, offering innovative solutions for environmental conservation and sustainable tourism. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bulletproof Transparent Glass Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nuclear.md) - [Accessibility-Focused Kayaks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/singleseater-kayak.md) - [Luxury Transparent Hull Yachts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-capitolo.md) - [Hybrid Inflatable Watercraft](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/isle-the-switch.md) - [Transparent Backpack Coolers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/icemule-clear.md) - [Collapsible Carbon Fiber Kayaks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/packable-kayak.md) - [Semi-Transparent Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dab-1-transparent-edition.md) - [Blacked-Out Origami Kayaks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oru-kayak-1.md) - [All-Black Foldable Kayaks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foldable-kayaks.md)