# Surfer Tent Hybrids The Wave Cave Acts as Both a Shelter and a Surfboard Bag By Meghan Young | Published 2011-10-25 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wave-cave References: [gizmodo](http://gizmodo.com/5852358/a-surfboard-bag-for-dedicated-beach-bums) & [wavecavesurf](http://wavecavesurf.com/) The Wave Cave is made for those super dedicated surfers out there who simply cannot miss a moment at the beach for fear of missing one of those once-in-a-lifetime waves. Although it may look like a great padded board bag, the Wave Cave actually boasts a [tent in a side pocket](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cube-tent) so that surfers can sleep by the water day in and day out. Created by Paulo Sciamarelli, Kristof and Dave Arnold, the Wave Cave is capable of toting around up to [four surfboards of various sizes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/newave-modular-surfboard). Available in three different sizes itself, it can accommodate one, two or possibly even three people when [set up as a tent](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/float-tent). The padded surfaces not only protect the surfboards, it also provides comfortable cushioning for sleepers. Easy to set up, the Wave Cave is definitely a must-have for beach bums. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 65% | Activity: 79% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Sports](https://www.trendhunter.com/sports) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Surf and Sleep:** Opportunity for creating portable and affordable surf and sleep hybrids products for passionate surfers. - **Multipurpose Gear:** Opportunity for designing hybrid gear with multiple purposes for outdoor enthusiasts. - **Smart Camping:** Opportunity for developing smart camping products for individuals who want comfortable and convenient experiences in the wild. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Sporting Goods:** Sports companies can capitalize on the trend by creating portable and affordable surf and sleep hybrid gear. - **Outdoor Equipment:** Outdoor equipment manufacturers can focus on designing hybrid equipment with multiple purposes for outdoor enthusiasts. - **Travel and Tourism:** Tourism companies can incorporate smart camping products into their offerings for individuals who want a comfortable and exciting camping experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Four-Season Inflatable Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fourseason-inflatable-tent.md) - [Geodesic Street Wear Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heimplanet-x-maharishi-cave-tent.md) - [Paddleboard Camping Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bajao-cabin.md) - [Inflatable Stealth Tent Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heimplanet-cave-xl.md) - [Consolidated Camping Shelters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/consolidated-camping-shelter.md) - [Inflatable Stormproof Geodesic Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heimplanet-kirra.md) - [Collaboration Geodesic Tent Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heimplanet-x-66north-cave-tent.md) - [Multipurpose Camping Shelters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multipurpose-camping-shelters.md) - [Adaptable Nine-in-One Surfboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/newave-modular-surfboard.md)