Dublin-Based Kenbay Electric Bikes Offers an Easy Ride
Tiana Reid — April 20, 2012 — Social Good
References: electricbikes.ie & facebook
Based in Dublin, Ireland, Kenbay Electric Bikes is a bicycle company offering an alternative form of transportation.
With many urban centers incorporating bike-sharing programs, as well as the rising cost of gas, cycling is increasingly becoming the norm. But many people still tire of the shlep and inconvenience of it all (especially when it come sto commuting to and from work), which is where Kenbay comes in.
"Our bikes offer all the benefits of a bicycle with none of the drawbacks," writes the business on its website. "Powered by cheap electricity, hills are no longer an issue, long journeys are now achievable and showering after is a thing of the past."
Kenbay lets you rent the bike before you buy it so that you can feel the full effects, and be sure of your purchase.
Contact Information
Kenbay website
Kenbay on Facebook
Kenbay on Twitter
With many urban centers incorporating bike-sharing programs, as well as the rising cost of gas, cycling is increasingly becoming the norm. But many people still tire of the shlep and inconvenience of it all (especially when it come sto commuting to and from work), which is where Kenbay comes in.
"Our bikes offer all the benefits of a bicycle with none of the drawbacks," writes the business on its website. "Powered by cheap electricity, hills are no longer an issue, long journeys are now achievable and showering after is a thing of the past."
Kenbay lets you rent the bike before you buy it so that you can feel the full effects, and be sure of your purchase.
Contact Information
Kenbay website
Kenbay on Facebook
Kenbay on Twitter
Trend Themes
1. Electric Bikes - The trend of electric bikes provides a disruptive opportunity to the transportation industry, allowing people to travel faster and with less effort
2. Alternative Transportation - The trend of alternative transportation provides a disruptive opportunity to the urban mobility industry, reducing the dependence on cars or public transport
3. Rent-to-buy Model - The trend of rent-to-buy model provides disruptive opportunities to the transportation and retail industries, allowing customers to test the product before making the purchase
Industry Implications
1. Bicycle Industry - The bicycle industry can incorporate electric bikes to offer customers a wider choice and cater to people who want an easier way of transportation
2. Urban Mobility Industry - The urban mobility industry can incorporate alternative transportation options such as electric bikes, to reduce congestion and make commuting easier for people
3. Retail Industry - The retail industry can adopt the rent-to-buy model to expose customers to new products and offer them a risk-free opportunity to try them before making the purchase
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