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Field Study Report: Insights into the U.S. Outdoor Camping Equipment Market (Part 1)

Release Time: 2025-11-18
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In early November 2025, Rayme Outdoor dispatched a three-member delegation — consisting of representatives from the International Trade Department and the Product R&D Department — to the United States for a 20-day market study and learning trip.

This visit aimed to achieve three strategic objectives:

1.Evaluate the feasibility of expanding sales of Rayme Outdoor tents — particularly the new inflatable tent series — in the U.S. market.

 

2.Gain firsthand insights into outdoor camping equipment trends through discussions with American buyers, retail partners, and camping enthusiasts.

 

3.Identify gaps between Rayme Outdoor products and leading global brands in terms of design innovation and the application of new materials.Three members of Realme Outdoor traveled to the United States for field research, learning, and observation, including filming at an airport and setting up tents.Study and Research Plan

During the trip, the team outlined the following research agenda:

1.Visit Major Outdoor Retail Chains in Key West Coast Cities

The delegation conducted on-site research in San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego, visiting major outdoor and sporting goods chain stores to assess:

– product assortment and display strategies,

– consumer preferences in the U.S. retail environment,

– pricing systems and category positioning,

– and direct communication with tent buyers and category managers.

2.Observe Real-World Product Usage at West Coast Beaches

To understand authentic user behavior and outdoor lifestyle patterns, the team visited several beaches along the U.S. West Coast, observing:

– portable camping gear commonly used by local outdoor enthusiasts,

– performance of shelters, pop-up tents, inflatable products, and camping furniture in coastal environments,

– and practical usage habits such as quick setup, portability, and durability.

3.Study Long-Term Camping Needs in Central U.S. Mountain Parks

In addition to coastal regions, the team traveled to mountain parks in the central United States to investigate:

– the needs of long-term or seasonal outdoor campers,

– demand for large family tents, semi-permanent shelters, and weather-resistant structures,

– and product features valued in multi-day camping settings, such as insulation, wind resistance, modular expansion, and all-weather adaptability.

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