Anybody that finds inner-city goings a hassle will be with me in hoping Frag Woodall's entry for the 2007 Australian Design Awards becomes a commercial reality.
The Everglide is a bike that has the ability to be packed into a backpack, wheeled like a suitcase, or ridden like a regular bicycle.
This innovative bike is aimed at tackling the problem of short-distance travel. Because of its compact size and lightweight materials it can be used in conjunction with public transport, without causing problems at peak-hour.
If this isn't enough, your phones or ipod can recharge whilst you're riding, using frictionless magnetic dynamo technology. The Everglide will make trips out of the office a breeze, whilst promoting a healthy body and a planet.
Compact Bicycle of the Future
Everglide Recharges Your Gadgets
Trend Themes
1. Compact Bicycles - The trend of designing and producing compact bicycles that can be easily carried or stored for short-distance travel.
2. Multifunctional Bicycles - The trend of creating bicycles that serve multiple purposes, such as being a suitcase or a charging station for electronic devices.
3. Sustainable Transportation - The trend of developing innovative transportation solutions that are environmentally friendly and promote healthier lifestyles.
Industry Implications
1. Bicycle Manufacturing - Opportunity for bicycle manufacturers to explore the production of compact and multifunctional bicycles to cater to the growing demand for convenient and sustainable transportation.
2. Travel and Tourism - Disruptive innovation opportunity for the travel and tourism industry to offer rental services or guided tours using compact bicycles, providing a unique and eco-friendly experience for travelers.
3. Electronics and Energy - Opportunity for electronic and energy companies to partner with bicycle manufacturers and develop technologies that enable charging electronic devices through frictionless magnetic dynamo technology, creating more convenient and sustainable solutions for consumers.