Bicycle pumps are an important accessory for any cyclist who goes on long rides, but the fact of the matter is that pumping a bicycle can be a physically taxing process, a problem which the Stompump aims to tackle.
Currently the subject of a crowdfunding campaign over on Kickstarter, the Stompump bicycle pump is designed to literally be stomped on, at which point its inflating mechanism kicks in to solidify a tire. What's more, this pumping mechanism is guaranteed to inflate tires up to three times faster than a hand pump, and with less physical stress.
The Stompump also offers a range of other benefits such as an embedded storage section and a mounting mechanism, making this a must-have for every cyclist.
Foot-Powered Bicycle Pumps
The 'Stompump' Firms Up Bike Tires Faster and with Less Effort
Trend Themes
1. Foot-powered Pumps - Foot-powered technology is disrupting the traditional bike pump industry by offering faster and less physically-taxing inflating mechanisms.
2. Crowdfunding for Cycling Innovation - Crowdfunding has opened up avenues for biking innovation, as seen with the Stompump bicycle pump.
3. Multi-functional Bike Accessories - Bike accessories that offer additional features such as storage and mounting mechanisms are becoming more popular and could be a potential area for innovation.
Industry Implications
1. Cycling - The cycling industry and bike accessories market stand to benefit from disruptive innovations in foot-powered pumps and multi-functional accessories.
2. Crowdfunding - Crowdfunding is not limited to technology startups and can be leveraged by the cycling industry to bring innovative products to market.
3. Sporting Goods - Sporting goods retailers and manufacturers have an opportunity to partner with innovators in the cycling industry to bring products such as foot-powered pumps to a wider consumer audience.