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Fast Folding Bicycles

The 'Tern' Eclipse X20 & Swoop Duo Bikes Have Won the 2012 Eurobike Award

— September 2, 2012 — Autos
The 'Tern' Eclipse X20 & Swoop Duo bikes have won the 2012 Eurobike Award, the company was selected out of a pool of 439 entries that were received worldwide. Tern has launched a total of four new bikes, and the additional two include the Swoop D7i and the Castro D8.

The most distinctive elements of these bikes is that they can be folded-up in ten seconds. Due to the high-quality of this product, it is fully functional as a bicycle, but can also be stowed when needing to take public transportation. It's also great when venturing up to the cottage; it doesn't take up much room, and minimizes any hassles.

Not to mention the sleek design -- no wonder the Eclipse X20 & Swoop Duo bikes won an award in the urban bike category! These modern chic rides, are ideal for avid cyclists.
Trend Themes
1. Fast Folding Bicycles - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop advanced folding mechanisms for bicycles that can be folded up in seconds, making them more convenient for transportation and storage.
2. Urban Bike Design - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create sleek and stylish designs for urban bikes to cater to the preferences of modern consumers, enhancing the overall riding experience.
3. High-quality Bicycles - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Engineer bicycles with exceptional quality and performance that meet the demands of avid cyclists, allowing for an enjoyable and efficient riding experience.
Industry Implications
1. Bicycle Manufacturing - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Use innovative manufacturing techniques and materials to produce fast folding bicycles that are durable, lightweight, and cost-effective.
2. Public Transportation - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Partner with public transportation companies to integrate fast folding bicycles as a convenient last-mile solution, improving the overall transportation options for commuters.
3. Outdoor Recreation - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with outdoor recreation companies to develop high-quality folding bicycles that cater to outdoor enthusiasts, allowing for easy transportation and storage during recreational activities.
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