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Shock-Absorbing Bike Seatposts

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

The ShockStop Protects One's Derriere from Bumps and Bruises

— April 11, 2018 — Autos
The ShockStop is a handy bike seatpost that is designed to ensure that riders able to enjoy the longest and most demanding of bicycle rides without suffering any bumps and bruises on their derriere.

Currently the subject of a crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter, the ShockStop bike seatpost is crafted out of aluminum alloy for a great combination of lightness and sturdiness. But what really sets the ShockStop apart is the fact that it can be customized to each user. When the ShockStop is ordered online, users can enter in their weight, which is then used to determine the internal coil spring structure of the seatpost.

Intelligently designed and bespoke in functionality, this bike seatpost promises to make bicycle rides more comfortable and less painful.
Trend Themes
1. Customized Bike Accessories - The ShockStop offers customization options based on user weight, highlighting the trend towards personalized bike accessories.
2. Enhanced Comfort Technology - The ShockStop's shock-absorbing feature showcases the growing trend of integrating comfort-enhancing technology in various industries.
3. Crowdfunding for Innovative Products - The ShockStop being crowdfunded on Kickstarter exemplifies the trend of using crowdfunding platforms to support the development of disruptive products.
Industry Implications
1. Bicycle Accessories - The ShockStop falls within the bicycle accessories industry, offering innovation in bike seatposts (specifically shock absorption).
2. Sporting Goods - The ShockStop has the potential to disrupt the sporting goods industry by introducing advanced shock-absorbing technology for enhanced comfort during sports activities.
3. E-commerce Platforms - The crowdfunding campaign for the ShockStop on Kickstarter indicates the disruptive potential it has for e-commerce platforms as innovative products gain traction through these platforms.
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