Portal launches its first inflatable rooftop tent, the Nomis One, on Kickstarter to tap the growing outdoor adventure market
Executive summary: Portal announced the launch of its Nomis One inflatable rooftop tent on Kickstarter on July 25, 2026. The product expands Portal’s portfolio into the rooftop‑tent niche and uses crowdfunding to fund early production and assess demand.
Who is involved: Portal (outdoor gear brand), Kickstarter platform, and potential backers.
Likely next: Portal will rely on the Kickstarter campaign to secure funding and measure market interest for the Nomis One.
Portal, an outdoor gear brand, announced on July 25, 2026 that its Nomis One inflatable rooftop tent is now available for backing on Kickstarter. The product features an air-beam design aimed at reducing weight and setup time compared to traditional hard-shell rooftop tents. By using a crowdfunding route, Portal seeks to gauge consumer interest and secure early-stage funding before a broader retail rollout. The move reflects a broader trend of outdoor-gear firms leveraging direct-to-consumer platforms to introduce niche products.
Timeline
- — Lightweight Inflatable Rooftop Tent Portal Nomis One Debuts on Kickstarter (PR Newswire)
Analysis — what this means
Sectors affected
- Rooftop tent market
- Outdoor gear
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