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Illuminated Urban Bikes

The Teague Pulse Concept Makes Your Ride Glow

— August 5, 2009 — Lifestyle
The “Pulse” is a new urban concept bicycle designed by Teague for the most safety and comfort conscious commuter.

The main features of the Pulse are:

1. A fluorescent illuminated frame, for greater night time visibility.
2. Handlebar controlled electric turn signals, which eliminate the need for awkward hand signals.
3. Counterweighted pedals for increased efficiency—this feature is achieved through a modified toe-clip mechanism.

Implications - The rise of environmentalism has caused many commuters to ditch their cars and ride bicycles to work instead. This new wave of cyclists has caused a concurrent rise in safety innovations for bicycles that help make riders more visible in a culture that's grown reliant on cars.
Trend Themes
1. Safety Innovations for Bicycles - The Teague Pulse concept with an illuminated frame and handlebar-controlled turn signals showcases the growing trend of safety innovations for bicycles.
2. Increased Night Visibility - The fluorescent illuminated frame of the Teague Pulse addresses the need for increased night time visibility for cyclists.
3. Efficiency Enhancements in Bicycles - The counterweighted pedals of the Teague Pulse highlight the trend of efficiency enhancements in bicycles.
Industry Implications
1. Bicycle Manufacturing - The rise in safety innovations and efficiency enhancements in bicycles presents new opportunities for innovation in the bicycle manufacturing industry.
2. Cycling Accessories - The need for increased night visibility has driven the demand for cycling accessories, potentially opening up new opportunities for innovative products in the industry.
3. Electric Bicycle Components - The handlebar-controlled electric turn signals on the Teague Pulse concept illustrate the potential for disruptive innovation in the electric bicycle components industry.
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