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Cyclecessories

Trimmings for the next generation of bicyclists transform kiddie transportation

Implications - Eco-conscious individuals, city dwellers and fitness enthusiasts have adopted the humble bicycle in force, creating a full-fledged subculture. Accordingly, aftermarket trimmings like racks, baskets and fashions that were once reserved for autos are finding a foothold in the new biker culture.
Trend Themes
1. Bike Customization - Customization products like racks and baskets for bicycles are becoming a part of the new biker culture as consumers look for ways to inject personality into their possessions.
2. Convenient Bike Add-ons - Urban dwellers have turned to cycling as their mode of transportation, and there is an increased demand for additional and cheap eco-friendly bike accessories that provides the best commuting experience.
3. Bike Safety Gadgets - The increased number of bikers have sparked the development of innovative gadgets that promote safety and helps bikers analyze their rides for better coaching and precision.
Industry Implications
1. Bicycle Accessories - Businesses selling bike customization products like racks, baskets, and ornaments are creating quirky, playful, and cost-effective solutions that provide customers with the power to inject personality into their possessions.
2. Outdoor Gear - Industries that sell outdoor gear and eco-friendly products can create bike add-ons that provide commuters with practical and stylish solutions to transportation needs.
3. Mobile Applications - Developers can create innovative gadgets that cater to bikers, such as mobile applications that help riders analyze their rides for precise coaching and insights.
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Hipster Bicyclist Couture
Hipster Bicyclist Couture
'Fixed Fashion' by Emma Lundgren Channels Fixed-Gear Bikers
Fixed-gear bicyclists play by their own rules, and ‘Fixed Fashion’ by Emma Lundgren is a couture collection inspired by these cyclists. With its gear-shaped appliques that remind the viewer of giant… MORE
Fedora Bike Helmets
Fedora Bike Helmets
The Yakkay Helmet Offers a Stylish Bike Riding Accessory
Who doesn’t love riding around on a bike? They are eco-friendly, cheap and of course the best reason to wear a stylish helmet. Oh wait, helmets look lame you say? Well don’t worry my city-cruising… MORE
Two-Wheeled Tree Deliveries
Two-Wheeled Tree Deliveries
Treesbybike Takes a Greener Road to Holiday Tradition
Max Kirchoff delivers Christmas trees in Portland, Oregon—on his bicycle. The two-wheeled tree deliveries are the outcome of Kurchoff’s effort to combine his own green lifestyle with a holiday tradition.… MORE
Convenient Bicycle Carryalls
Convenient Bicycle Carryalls
The Handlebar and Bike Rack Bags by Po Campo
If you don’t like baskets or you’re looking for something other than a wire or wicker basket to affix to the back of your bike (on the rack), the Handlebar and Bike Rack Bags by Po Campo may be for you.… MORE
Cyclist Mega Gadgets
Cyclist Mega Gadgets
The Puyl is a Battery-Free Combination Bike Pump & Light
Winner of the 2009 Eurobike Award, the PUYL is sure to be on the Christmas wish list of any avid cyclist. The combination bicycle pump and light uses electromagnetic induction, which charges the battery… MORE
play_circle_filledGlow-in-the-Dark Biking
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A Neon Bike Provides Extreme Visibility for Cyclists
At Nuit Blanche this weekend, Neon Dean came out to show off his neon bike. He mounted neon lights all over his bike, wheels, shirt and helmet. Being powered by a small battery in a fanny pack, he rode… MORE
Beautiful Bike Baskets
Beautiful Bike Baskets
The Useful and Pretty Carrie by Marie-Louise Gustafsson
As an avid biker I’m always hassled by having to carry my various things from point A to point B. Backpacks are great but fairly limited and most bike baskets are just glorified and hideous recycled crates.… MORE
Clever Cycling Gadgets
Clever Cycling Gadgets
The Pedal Brain Helps Serious Bikers Analyze Their Riding
A cycling combination set called the Pedal Brain offers both hardware and software for the avid biker. The Pedal Brain includes an iPhone accessory and two applications for complete biking experience.… MORE
Cycle Facial Hair
Cycle Facial Hair
The Bike Mustache Keeps Your Ride Looking Snazzy
Only a bike with a bike mustache can look this cool, in fact those with the ‘stache are cooler than cool. Bringing new meaning to the term ‘handlebar mustache’ these two-wheeler duds, make sure… MORE

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