Spinlister's Bike Rental Service Makes Eco-Transportation Accessible
Laura McQuarrie — January 21, 2015 — Eco
References: spinlister & treehugger
Although a bike rental service may not be anything new, Spinlister takes took this idea and created a whole peer-to-peer sharing network from it. Just as there's Airbnb for accommodation rentals, Spinlister is the equivalent for active gear. From listings for kiddie bicycles and cargo bikes to city cycles to mountain bikes, there's bound to be someone in your area who is willing to rent out their unused bike to someone who can make use of it. With billions of bikes on the planet, this is a clever way to make them more evenly distributed and make a greener mode of transportation more accessible to everyone.
As well as being able to rent out an unused bike, Spinlister also has sections for surfing and snow gear.
As well as being able to rent out an unused bike, Spinlister also has sections for surfing and snow gear.
Trend Themes
1. Peer-to-peer Equipment Sharing - Companies can create peer-to-peer sharing networks for various types of equipment including active gear, making them more accessible to consumers and creating new revenue streams for owners.
2. Green Transportation Services - Companies can leverage the billions of existing bikes on the planet to create new transportation solutions that are sustainable and environmentally friendly.
3. Multi-use Equipment Platforms - Platforms that allow for the rental of various types of equipment create new opportunities for companies to target niche markets and increase revenue streams through equipment sharing.
Industry Implications
1. Sports Equipment - Sports equipment companies can create opportunities by facilitating peer-to-peer sharing networks to make their gear more accessible to consumers and create new revenue streams.
2. Transportation - Companies can benefit from creating new transportation solutions that leverage the billions of existing bikes on the planet for sustainable and environmentally friendly options for consumers.
3. Online Marketplace - Online marketplaces can target niche markets and increase revenue streams by allowing for the rental of various types of equipment and facilitating peer-to-peer sharing networks on their platforms.
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