Touted as "the bike that grows with your child," the MonkeyCycle is a unique modular bike that combines various different bike styles into a single design. Built for children aged nine months to 6 years, the MonkeyCycle easily converts from a balance bike to a pedal bike with a belt drive and disc brakes. There are currently three kits of the bike available, ranging from the three-in-one Lite kit, to the four-in-one Basic kit, and finally the seven-in-one Full kit.
The unique modular system of the MonkeyCycle comes from clever geometry and selective components that cover a large age range. The entire bike can easily be changed with just a set of hex keys, while the pedal kit is simply secured to the frame at the rear dropouts. The MonkeyCycle also utilizes high-end materials to ensure durability as a child grows and learns with the bike.
Modular Children's Bicycles
The MonkeyCycle is Built to Grow With a Child
Trend Themes
1. Modular Bike Design - There is an opportunity to develop modular designs for other types of bikes like mountain bikes or road bikes that can grow with the user.
2. Age-adaptable Products - Developing products that can be used by multiple age groups can be a disruptive innovation opportunity.
3. Sustainable Children's Products - Creating eco-friendly products for children that can also be used for a long period of time can be a trendsetting idea.
Industry Implications
1. Children's Toy Industry - Toy companies can explore modular and age-adaptable designs for other products like scooters, tricycles, or wagons.
2. Bicycle Industry - Bicycle manufacturers can adopt a more sustainable approach and create designs that can be used for a longer period of time by the user.
3. Sporting Goods Industry - Sporting goods companies can explore the idea of modular designs for other products like snowboards, skis, or skateboards that can adapt to the skill level of the user.