Coh&Co, a Danish company that specializes in innovative bicycle designs, has taken advantage of the Eurobike event to introduce the public to a marvelous new folding e-bike that is well and truly designed to cruise the urban environment with a combination of high performance and consummate style.
The 'Siggi' takes the form of a lightweight commuter that weighs in at only 22 pounds. This low weight is achieved thanks to the use of a frame that is crafted out of a special proprietary material, dubbed 'StoneWeave,' that is essentially a blend of carbon fiber and basalt, which gives it a fine balance of low weight and high durability. The use of this material also helps makes the folding form factor of the bike all the more compact.
This folding e-bike is currently the subject of an Indiegogo campaign, with pledges starting at around $1,765.
Featherweight Folding E-Bikes
The 'Siggi' E-Bike Utilizes a Special Carbon Fiber Composite Frame
Trend Themes
1. Lightweight E-bikes - The trend of lightweight e-bikes presents opportunities for companies to explore new materials and designs for lighter electric bicycles.
2. Special Composite Frames - The trend of using special composite frames, like the 'StoneWeave' material, opens up possibilities for companies to create bicycles with a balance of low weight and high durability.
3. Folding E-bikes - The trend of folding e-bikes provides businesses with the chance to develop compact and portable electric bicycles tailored for urban commuting.
Industry Implications
1. Bicycle Manufacturing - The bicycle manufacturing industry can explore disruptive innovation opportunities by incorporating lightweight materials and folding designs into their e-bike offerings.
2. Carbon Fiber Industry - The carbon fiber industry has the potential to tap into the demand for lightweight and durable materials to produce composites suitable for e-bike frames.
3. Urban Mobility Solutions - The urban mobility solutions industry can leverage the trend of folding e-bikes to offer innovative and convenient transportation options to urban dwellers.