Ideas
Explore the world's #1 largest database of ideas and innovations, with 463,161 inspiring examples.
Trend Reports
Discover why 1,245 brands rely on our AI-powered Trend Reports to get better, faster insights.
Newsletter
Join 320,971 subscribers who rely on our weekly newsletter to keep up with need-to-know trends and insights.
How to Hunt
Learn more about how to hunt megatrends, ideas, patterns and opportunity.
Consumer Insights
Uncover major shifts and emerging opportunities with our exclusive PRO research.
Trend Reports
Discover why 1,245 brands rely on our AI-powered Trend Reports to get better, faster insights.
Newsletter
Join 320,971 subscribers who rely on our weekly newsletter to keep up with need-to-know trends and insights.
How to Hunt
Learn more about how to hunt megatrends, ideas, patterns and opportunity.
Advisory & Services
Accelerate innovation and ignite disruptive thinking with our award-winning programs and research.
Trend Reports
Get fast, customized trend reports, presentations and deep dives 20x faster than traditional research.
Plans
Get started today with a free consultation, our self-serve tools, or a dedicated program.
Articles & Magazine
Get inspired with our 4,215 innovation strategy articles, keynote, videos and innovation tools.
Innovation Awards
Trend Hunter’s Innovation Strategy Awards recognize the best innovation tactics gathered from our interviews with some of the world's most notable business leaders, authors and change makers.
Advisory & Services
Accelerate innovation and ignite disruptive thinking with our award-winning programs and research.
Innovation Assessment
Enhance your innovation potential with a deeper understanding of your unique innovation archetype and how your organization benchmarks.
FuturistU
Prepare for the years ahead with 100+ lessons, tactics, tools and frameworks with our full learning database.
Innovation Books
Join 20,000,000 people getting better and faster with our New York Times Bestselling books and keynote videos.
Jeremy Gutsche
Ignite your event or virtual event with our CEO, a NY Times Bestselling Author and one of the top innovation keynote speakers.
Our Team of Speakers & Virtual Presenters
Inspire your group with our most popular speakers on innovation, trends, change and futurism.
Custom Training & Events
Bring the Future Festival experience directly to your team or co-hosted custom event.
Custom Masterclasses
Join the world's leading brands who leverage our custom programs to accelerate innovation.
FuturistU 5-Day Program
Become a Futurist with our immersive 5-Day program at Future Festival World Summit.
Online eLearning
Learn the fundamentals of futurism and trends with 100+ online courses about innovation.
How to Hunt
Learn more about how to hunt megatrends, ideas, patterns and opportunity.
Contact
Get in touch to learn more, ask a question or submit a tip.
About Us
Learn more about Trend Hunter and how we accelerate innovation.
Follow-Us
Join our 3,500,000 social media followers, on the cutting edge.
How to Hunt
Learn more about how to hunt megatrends, ideas, patterns and opportunity.
FAQ
Get answers to common questions about Trend Hunter.
Community
Stay on the cutting-edge with the help of the Trend Hunter community.
Team
Meet the team trusted by hundreds of leading businesses worldwide.
Jobs
Find opportunities to accelerate your career with the #1 Trend Firm.
News
Catch up on noteworthy Trend Hunter news and media mentions.
Join
Build a portfolio and put your trend-spotting abilities to the test.
Advertising
Supercharge your marketing by partnering with Trend Hunter.
Portfolio
Visit your public portfolio and browse your past articles.
Add a Trend
Write up an article and showcase your trend-spotting skills.
My Trends
Edit your articles and see how they stack up on the leaderboards.
Settings
Edit your profile, connect your social media accounts, and more.
Add a trend, customize your dashboard, or track topics.
Future Festival
Innovation Events
Join the world's top innovators at our in person events.
Free Webinars
Learn to innovate through chaos, navigate the new normal and maintain work culture from home.
Custom Training & Events
Bring the Future Festival experience directly to your team or co-hosted custom event.
Search our database of 463,161 cutting edge ideas.

Cork Bicycle Seats

Frame Cycle Debuts a Sustainable and Comfortable Bike Seat Alternative

— November 15, 2022 — Autos
A functional cork bicycle seat is now a reality as Frame Cycle designed it. The Scottish brand focused on developing sustainable bike parts alternatives that will not lose on performance and comfort. The FR-1 Bike Saddle is one such product. The cork saddle is molded in Portugal which means that Frame Cycle is "supporting both sustainable and historic local cork farming."

The cork bicycle seat is actually quite comfortable, lightweight, water-resistant, and sturdy. The material is also known to offer "better cushioning compared to other materials." Frame Cycle used stamped titanium shells and grade-five titanium rails for the substructure of the seat which also contributes to the lightweight design.

The cork bicycle seat is currently retailing for $120.

Image Credit: Frame Cycle
Trend Themes
1. Sustainable Bicycle Accessories - Innovative materials and sustainable practices can be utilized to create a new generation of bicycle components and accessories that cater to eco-conscious consumers.
2. Cork-based Products - The benefits of cork as a sustainable material can be applied to a variety of industries, from fashion to technology.
3. Luxury Eco-friendly Products - Luxury goods with a focus on sustainability can appeal to consumers seeking high-end products with minimal environmental impact.
Industry Implications
1. Bicycle Industry - Incorporating cork and other sustainable materials in bicycle components can lead to the creation of high-performance, eco-friendly products that cater to a growing market of cyclists seeking sustainable alternatives.
2. Sustainable Materials Industry - The demand for eco-friendly materials is on the rise, providing opportunities for businesses to develop and market sustainable solutions across a wide range of industries.
3. Luxury Goods Industry - Integrating sustainable and eco-friendly practices into luxury brands can create a niche market for consumers looking for high-end products with a low environmental impact.
4.6
Score
Popularity
Activity
Freshness