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Fold-Up Skate Bicycles

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

This Modular Folding Bike Can Function as a Stand-Up Scooter as Well

— September 22, 2015 — Autos
This folding bike is the first of its kind and simultaneously acts as a convenient stand-up scooter. Referred to as 'Sliders,' this line of skate bikes can be stood on to propel oneself forward or sat on like a standard bicycle. This makes it safer and more convenient to stroll different areas, depending on how crowded the surroundings are.

The folding bike has features that make it extraordinary like a chain cover, which means the chain won't ever fall off its loop. The grips and seat are made out of leather, making the bi-modal transportation much more comfortable and controllable. Finally, the bike also comes with small side saddle bags to keep things like a wallet, sunglasses or phone safe without any worries while cycling. Its easy-to-ride open frame and adaptability make it the perfect bike for professionals who are always travelling from place to place in a stylish outfit they don't want wrinkled.
Trend Themes
1. Modular Folding Bikes - This trend presents an opportunity for companies to create foldable and modular bikes with additional functionalities such as scooters.
2. Bi-modal Transportation - This trend presents an opportunity for companies to create multifunctional transportation options that enable individuals to switch between bikes and other transportation modes.
3. Compact Side Saddle Bags - This trend presents an opportunity for companies to create small but functional storage options for individuals to use while cycling or using other forms of transportation.
Industry Implications
1. Bicycle Manufacturing - This industry can take advantage of the trend towards modular folding bikes by innovating their design and incorporating additional functionalities such as scooters.
2. Urban Mobility - This industry can capitalize on bi-modal transportation by creating safe, adaptable, and comfortable transportation options for urban dwellers.
3. Accessories Retail - This industry can tap into the trend of compact side saddle bags by designing and producing functional and stylish bags that can be used for cycling or other forms of transportation.
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