# Dual-Purpose Cycle Making the most of commuting, riders opt for multifunctional e-bikes. By [Tana Makmanee](https://www.trendhunter.com/tmak), SVP, Research Services at Trend Hunter | Published Feb 19, 2015 | Category: [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/environmental-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/dualpurpose-electric ## Key Figures - Trend score: 5.5/10 - Evidence articles: 8 ## What is the Dual-Purpose Cycle trend? **Dual-Purpose Cycle:** Moving beyond the speed of electric bicycles, consumers are turning to hybrid alternatives for added efficiency. Providing e-bikes that double as health monitors and travel aides, brands are not only offering a more multi-functional product, but a way for riders to make use of their travel time. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 8 featured examples - Articles from: Feb 2, 2013 to Apr 4, 2016 - Published: Feb 19, 2015 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Hybridization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/hybridization), [Simplicity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/simplicity), [Naturality](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/naturality) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Themes within the Dual-Purpose Cycle trend ### Multi-Functional E-Bikes E-bikes that double as health monitors and travel aides offer a disruptive innovation opportunity in the transportation and fitness industries. ### Connected and App-Controlled E-Bikes E-bikes with innovative smartphone controls, monitoring, and tracking capabilities present a disruptive innovation opportunity in the transportation and technology industries. ### Tech-Augmented E-Bikes E-bikes with smart technologies and engineering upgrades that make riding safer, quicker, and more fun offer a disruptive innovation opportunity in the transportation and sports industries. ## What the Dual-Purpose Cycle trend means for industry ### For Transportation Industry The rise of e-bikes provides an opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating more efficient and sustainable transportation systems. ### For Fitness Industry Multi-functional e-bikes and cardio-monitoring bicycle kits offer a disruptive innovation opportunity in creating more personalized and data-driven fitness experiences. ### For Technology Industry Connected and app-controlled e-bikes and tech-augmented e-bikes offer a disruptive innovation opportunity in creating smarter and more efficient transportation systems. ## Trend signals for Dual-Purpose Cycle Trend score 5.5 out of 10, from popularity 78%, activity 79%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 78% - Activity: 79% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Dual-Purpose Cycle trend 8 featured examples from Feb 2, 2013 to Apr 4, 2016. - [Pollution-Reversing Bicycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airpurifier-bike): The Air-Purifier Bike Filters Wind Before the Rider Breathes It In (Category: Autos) Implication: Opportunity for bicycle manufacturers to incorporate air purifiers into their products for eco-conscious consumers. - [Tourist-Focused Trikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ebike-design): The 'Solectrike' e-Bike Design Allows Beachgoers to Travel Freely (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Design more economical means of transportation that cater to tourists, while enhancing the tourists' experience. - [Ride-Sharing E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-ebikes): These Folding E-Bikes Allow Friends to Unlock and Borrow Them Through an App (Category: Eco) Implication: Bicycle manufacturers can explore innovative designs and features to create sleek and stylish folding e-bikes that are both practical and attractive to consumers. - [App-Connected E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/piaggio-wibike): The 'Piaggio Wi-Bike' Allows Riders to Control Their Bike with Their Phone (Category: Eco) Implication: The transportation industry can take advantage of app-connected e-bikes, by creating business models that cater to urban commuters. - [Hybrid E-Bike Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ssike-folding-bike): The SSIKE Folding Bike is Light on Weight and on the Wallet (Category: Autos) Implication: Creating electric bicycles with smaller frames, energy-efficient motors, and affordable price points to cater to a wider range of consumers. - [Tech-Augmented E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/turbo-flr-ebike): The Turbo FLR E-Bike Features High-Tech Headlights, Display and Battery (Category: Autos) Implication: Applying smart tech advancements and engineering upgrades to e-bikes to create safer, faster, and more affordable options for consumers. - [Connected E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modepro): Ford's MoDe:Pro Connects Riders to Cars (Category: Autos) Implication: Explore the potential for incorporating e-bikes into existing automobile brands, as exemplified by Ford's MoDe:Pro. - [Cardio-Monitoring Bicycle Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ebike-kit): This Heart Rate-Measuring E-Bike Kit Helps Achieve Fitness Targets (Category: Autos) Implication: Manufacturers of fitness equipment can integrate heart rate-monitoring technology into their products to provide personalized experiences to customers. ## Recent trend clusters - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) - [Source Signatures](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/oak-finish-whiskey) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Eco - [Jewel-Toned Fall Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quince-silk) - [Compostable Coffee Pucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compostable-coffee-pucks) - [Intelligent Private Grids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ara-core-powers) - 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