Hey everyone - James here from K1 Outdoors. 

Summer has been non-stop from the very start, and now, as we wind down this season, it’s the perfect time to reflect on our first year and give a huge thank you to everyone who’s supported us. Whether you liked a post, joined a giveaway, rented or bought from us, or shared K1 Outdoors with a friend — it truly means the world.

When we launched, our goal was simple: Make camping more comfortable, accessible, and affordable for all - no matter the experience.

Now, after one full season, we’re looking back with so much gratitude for everyone who believed in us, tried something new, and helped us bring this vision to life.

In our first summer, 75+ families took our inflatable tents on adventures — from backyard sleepovers to music festivals, church retreats, and weekend camping trips.

Along the way, we received 20 reviews with an average 4.6-star rating on TrustPilot, and countless messages, photos, and stories that reminded us why we do this.

Every trip, every campsite photo, every piece of feedback helped shape what K1 Outdoors is becoming — a community of people who love adventure, comfort, and making memories outdoors.

🌟 Highlights from Our First Season

• Seeing our inflatable tents in action across Alberta and Alaska— with dozens of incredible lifestyle photos sent in by you. (This one never get's old)
• Launching our K1 Punch Pass, a loyalty program to reward returning renters and make every trip count.
  
• Connecting with renters individually and learning what they truly value about their camping experiences.
• Meeting so many of you at the Sherbrooke Community Event, where we proudly sponsored and showcased our gear for the first time.
• Introducing more gear — like camp cots and paddleboards — so families could rent everything they needed for a full outdoor experience.
• Handing out our Scan-to-Rent cards at pop-ups and parks, which helped even more campers discover what we offer.
• These moments showed us that K1 Outdoors isn’t just about equipment — it’s about creating simple, comfortable ways for people to reconnect with nature and each other.

💡 What’s Coming Next Season

We’ve been listening closely to all the feedback we received this summer and are already working on ways to make your 2026 adventures even smoother and more fun.

Here’s a peek at what’s ahead:

• Easier online booking and payment options
  
• Kayaks, Paddleboards, Ice fishing gear, baby camp cots, inflatable couches, fairly lights, generators, and much more!
• Setup and takedown videos to make getting started effortless
  
• Text and email reminders before pickup so you’re always prepared
  

We’re also expanding who we serve — from families and friends to church retreats, kids’ camping groups, and local businesses planning outdoor events.

Link to our Trustpilot: https://ca.trustpilot.com/review/k1outdoors.com

Thank you for all the support.

To every single renter who chose K1 Outdoors this summer — thank you. You’re part of our very first group of adventurers, the people who helped bring a brand-new idea to life.

Because of you, we’ve proven that camping can be easy, comfortable, and still feel like an adventure. You’ll always have priority access when bookings reopen next season, and we can’t wait to welcome you back.

Make sure to follow us over on IG @k1rentals for a closer look on the rental side.

— The K1 Outdoors Team