# Two-Wheeled World Encouraging cycling through innovations that facilitate biking. By [Katherinev123](https://www.trendhunter.com/katherine), Contributing Editor | Published Jul 22, 2011, updated Aug 23, 2011 | Category: [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/auto-and-motor-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/encouraging-cycling ## Key Figures - Trend score: 5.1/10 - Evidence articles: 7 ## What is the Two-Wheeled World trend? **Two-Wheeled World:** According to a 2010 report by the National Bicycle Dealers Association, in 2009 the U.S. bicycle industry sold $5.6 billion in bicycles and equipment. Thus, there is no question that today’s consumers love two-wheeled transport, whether for environmental or health reasons. To accommodate the growing number of bike-lovers, innovations are becoming available that make cycling easier, from increased urban bike rentals and bike lanes to bike storage areas and on-the-go repair stations. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 7 featured examples - Articles from: Feb 1 to Aug 14, 2011 - Published: Jul 22, 2011 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence) - Megatrends: [Hybridization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/hybridization), [Naturality](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/naturality) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Themes within the Two-Wheeled World trend ### Green Transportation The growing concern over the environment and climate change has made consumers prioritize more eco-friendly transportation alternatives. ### Micro-Mobility More people prefer using smaller modes of transportation like bicycles and electric scooters because of their convenience, affordability, and eco-friendliness. ### Smart Transportation Transportation innovations with embedded technology are gaining traction among consumers who prioritize efficiency and convenience in their daily commutes. ## What the Two-Wheeled World trend means for industry ### For Sustainable Energy The use of solar power for bike lanes and bike storage has great potential for sustainable energy companies looking to expand their product offerings. ### For Urban Planning Smart bike lanes and parking buildings have disrupted urban planning by providing a more eco-friendly and efficient mode of transportation for city dwellers. ### For Smart Mobility The development of high-tech bike-sharing systems and bike repair stations provides an opportunity for companies in the smart mobility industry to provide innovative solutions for commuters. ## Trend signals for Two-Wheeled World Trend score 5.1 out of 10, from popularity 73%, activity 71%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 73% - Activity: 71% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Two-Wheeled World trend 7 featured examples from Feb 1 to Aug 14, 2011. - [Climbing Cycle Storage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manifesto-bike-hanger): The Manifesto Bike Hanger Keeps Your Ride From Reaching Thieves (Category: Autos) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity for incorporating vertical bike storage systems into urban planning strategies for improved bike infrastructure. - [Roadside Bike Fixers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bicycle-repair-station): Take Care of All Your Cycling Needs With the Bicycle Repair Station (Category: Eco) Implication: Transportation industry can benefit from providing self-service bike repair stations and customizing their offerings for cyclists. - [Hi-Tech Borrowed Bicycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/i-go-rentable-e-bike): The i-Go Rentable E-Bike System Attracts All Urban Types (Category: Social Good) Implication: The rentable e-bike system can disrupt the transportation industry, providing a less expensive and more eco-friendly mode of transportation for urban dwellers. - [Bike Parking Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nunc-architects-fietsenpakhuis): The Nunc Architects Fietsenpakhuis Protects Cycles and the Environment (Category: Eco) Implication: Urban planners can embrace the trend of bike parking buildings by incorporating them into city infrastructure, supporting sustainable transportation options. - [DIY Bike Lanes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vladimir-turner): Vladimir Turner and Ondrej Mlady Have Created Their Own Paths (Category: Tech) Implication: Opportunity for bike companies to create innovative safety accessories. - [Eco Biking Paths](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-solaroad): The SolaRoad Will Turn Bike Paths into Energy-Generating Surfaces (Category: Eco) Implication: The renewable energy industry can benefit from the development and implementation of solar-powered bike paths. - [Bike-Lending Double Deckers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-bicycle-library): The Bicycle Library Rents Out Two-Wheelers From a Converted Bus (Category: Autos) Implication: The Bicycle Library signifies disruptive innovation opportunities in the green transportation industry. ## Recent trend clusters - 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