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Foldable Sport Kayaks

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

The 'Justin Case' Lightweight Kayak Design is Simple to Transport

— January 26, 2017 — Lifestyle
Transporting a traditional kayak is anything but simple if you don't have the space, so the 'Justin Case' lightweight kayak design is intended to be a great new alternative. Featuring a carbon fiber frame, the 'Justin Case' kayak is kept together using 3D-printed connectors that keep the carbon fiber frame together.

The exterior of the 'Justin Case' kayak is crafted from ripstop nylon, which ensures the kayak won't be susceptible to damage during use or transport. The lightweight kayak design weights just 5.7-pounds and folds up into a format that's just 40-inches in length and six-inches in width.

The 'Justin Case' kayak can be used in a number of different waterways including slow rivers, lakes, bays and much more. It can be stored in a car trunk to make it accessible whenever the mood to go for a paddle strikes.
Trend Themes
1. Foldable Kayak Designs - Opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating more compact and easy-to-transport kayak designs.
2. Carbon Fiber Frame Technology - Opportunity to develop innovative applications for carbon fiber frame technology in various industries, beyond kayaks.
3. 3d-printed Connectors - Opportunity for disruptive innovation in utilizing 3D-printed connectors for lightweight and durable structures.
Industry Implications
1. Outdoor Recreation - Opportunity to revolutionize the outdoor recreation industry with foldable sport kayaks that offer convenience and accessibility.
2. Transportation - Opportunity to integrate foldable kayak designs with transportation industry solutions, such as car trunks or compact RVs.
3. Materials and Manufacturing - Opportunity to explore the application of carbon fiber and 3D printing in other industries beyond kayaks, such as aerospace or automotive.
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