Brooklyn Workshop's Freerider Skatecycle is a recreational vehicle that combines a snowboard, skateboard and casterboard. This award-winning skatecycle features a solid aluminum frame, durable composite body parts, two slip-resistant footboards, hubless wheels and a twisting axle. With the help of the axle, rider can propel the device with ease.
The Freerider Skatecycle weighs just 7.25 lbs and is priced at $150.
Implications - For those who aren't interested in skateboarding or snowboarding, designers are creating alternative vehicles that let people enjoy the thrill of cruising down the street with ease. With so many urban cities, these type of contraptions can make the perfect method of transportation for those who want something different. It's the perfect creative edge businesses can use to attract people to a friendlier version of extreme sports.
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The Freerider Skatecycle Combines a Snowboard, Skateboard and Casterboard
Trend Themes
1. Alternative Recreational Vehicles - Creating alternative vehicles that combine different sports can provide a unique and exciting experience for non-skateboarders and non-snowboarders.
2. Urban Transportation Innovation - Constructing contraptions that offer an unconventional method of transportation can appeal to urban dwellers looking for a distinctive and convenient way to get around.
3. Friendlier Extreme Sports - Developing friendlier versions of extreme sports can attract individuals who desire the thrill of these activities without the intimidation factor, offering disruptive innovation opportunities for businesses.
Industry Implications
1. Recreational Vehicles - The market for recreational vehicles can be expanded by offering alternative vehicles that cater to individuals seeking a different kind of recreational experience.
2. Urban Mobility - The urban mobility industry can benefit from the creation of unconventional and compact transportation devices that provide innovative solutions for urban transportation woes.
3. Alternative Sports - The alternative sports industry can tap into a new market segment by developing friendlier versions of extreme sports, attracting individuals who are interested in the thrill without the traditional barriers to entry.