# Kineticycle Pushing eco-friendliness a step further, bike riding becomes a source of energy. By [Michael Hemsworth](https://www.trendhunter.com/Michael.Hemsworth), Contributing Researcher | Published Jan 6, 2014, updated Jan 9, 2014 | Category: [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/environmental-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/kineticycle ## Key Figures - Trend score: 5.1/10 - Evidence articles: 6 ## What is the Kineticycle trend? **Kineticycle:** Previously a means for urbanites to commute with ease, bicycles have progressed to the point of hyper-efficiency by capturing the energy exerted for superfluous use. Cyclists are translating peddling energy to everything from device charging to full-on house powering, which decreases a dependancy on the grid. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 6 featured examples - Articles from: Apr 26 to Dec 5, 2013 - Published: Jan 6, 2014 - Last updated: Jan 9, 2014 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Cyclicality](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/cyclicality) - Megatrends: [Hybridization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/hybridization), [Naturality](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/naturality) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Examples of the Kineticycle trend 6 featured examples from Apr 26 to Dec 5, 2013. - [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. - [House-Powering Bicycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/levitation-by-dezien): Levitation by Dezien Charges Things on a Large Scale (Category: Eco) Implication: Energy companies can leverage Levitation by Dezien's concept of powering houses and cars with renewable energy generated by bicycles. - [Water-Treading Bicycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/water-bicycle): The 'Baycycle' Water Bicycle Makes Cycling on Water an Option (Category: Eco) Implication: The Baycycle project opens up new possibilities for the water sports industry by introducing a water bicycle that combines cycling and floating on water. - [Bike-Harnessing Power Clips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charging-clip): The 'Charging Clip' Powers Your Phone by Leveraging Bikes (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Opportunity for companies to develop bike-charging accessories to expand the consumer electronics market. - [Device-Charging Bicycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/siva-cycle-atom): The Siva Cycle Atom Generator Harness Kinetic Energy to Power Gadgets (Category: Tech) Implication: The Siva Cycle Atom Generator showcases the potential of kinetic energy as a renewable energy source for charging devices. - [Intelligent Cyclist Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garmin-vector): The Garmin Vector Pedal Power Meter Tracks the Trek Seamlessly (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: Sports technology companies can develop smart pedals and data analysis software to contribute to cyclist's training improvements and health benefits. ## Themes within the Kineticycle trend ### Bike-Powered Energy The trend towards powering devices and even homes through bike-generated kinetic energy is causing a rethinking of how we derive power, with potential for continued growth in this sustainability-through-activity paradigm. ### Intelligent Bike Accessories The trend of sophisticated additional components in bicycles provides endless optimization and data capabilities, with potential for further innovation in the creation and application of smart bike technology to enhance biking experiences and lifestyles. ### Unusual Bike Designs The rise of unconventional bike designs that push the boundaries of what we consider a bike, creating conversations and opening possibilities for more creative thinking to influence transportation and cycling culture. ## What the Kineticycle trend means for industry ### For Sustainability and Alternative Energy Bike-powered kinetic energy is revolutionizing sustainable and alternative energy, creating space for more innovation in these industries. ### For Sports and Outdoor Recreation The trend towards intelligent bike accessories and creative bike designs touches on the sports and outdoor recreation industry, with the potential for continued innovation and disruption in these sectors. ### For Transportation and Urban Planning The trend toward unusual bike designs and sustainable energy within biking is opening the conversation about transportation and urban planning, with potential for major disruption and innovation in these interconnected fields. ## Trend signals for Kineticycle Trend score 5.1 out of 10, from popularity 75%, activity 72%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 75% - Activity: 72% - Freshness: 8% ## Recent trend clusters - [Rider Formats](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/specialized-electric-bikes) (Eco) - [Caffeine Remix](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/portable-caffeine-formats) (Lifestyle) - [Climate Buffer](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/range-extended-suv) (Autos) - [Purpose Tuning](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/electric-suv-variants) (Autos) ## Trending in Eco - [Italian-Built Electric Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/italian-built-electric-motorcycles) - [Compact Commuter E-Bike Motors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-commuter-e-bike-motors) - [Compostable Coffee Pucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compostable-coffee-pucks) - [Off-Road Electric E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/off-road-electric-e-bikes) All articles: [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco)