# Futuristic Fixies The 3BEE Bicycle is a 3D-Printed Sci-Fi Design By Meghan Young | Published 2016-05-02 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3bee-bicycle References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2016/04/29/far-out-fixie/) The future of the bike is here and it comes in the form of the 3BEE Bicycle. With a super [sleek frame](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bicycle-store) that is unlike anything currently on the market, it could easily have been a prototype for a sci-fi movie. Granted, filmmakers would probably want to make the 3BEE Bicycle be able to fly or something equally futuristic. Designed by Tamás Túri, the 3BEE Bicycle is made through a process of [3D-printing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/personomic-saddle). It was inspired by the shape of the human body and is meant to adjust to specific measurements with ease. This functional personalization results in a [customized look](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yai) every time. The 3BEE Bicycle shows that frames should be able to adapt to individuals for a range of reasons -- namely comfort and safety. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 92% | Activity: 93% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **3d-printed Bikes:** The 3BEE Bicycle showcases the potential for 3D-printing in bicycle manufacturing, allowing for customized designs and personalized experiences. - **Futuristic Bicycle Designs:** The sleek and sci-fi inspired design of the 3BEE Bicycle highlights the demand for innovative and unique bicycle aesthetics. - **Functional Personalization:** The 3BEE Bicycle demonstrates the need for adjustable frames that can adapt to individuals for enhanced comfort and safety. ### Who This Affects Most - **Bicycle Manufacturing:** The 3BEE Bicycle presents opportunities for bicycle manufacturers to explore 3D-printing technologies and customization options in order to stay competitive in the market. - **Design and Aesthetics:** The futuristic design of the 3BEE Bicycle opens up possibilities for designers and manufacturers to create visually striking and unique bicycle styles. - **Personal Transportation:** The functional personalization aspect of the 3BEE Bicycle suggests potential for advancements in the personal transportation industry, with customizable and adaptable vehicles becoming more prevalent. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Adaptable Foldable Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buzzy-bike.md) - [Custom-Built Sci-Fi Series Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bumblebee-bike.md) - [3D-Printed Bicycle Saddles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/matrix-mirror-saddle.md) - [Futuristic Single-Wheel Bicycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-infinity-bike.md) - [Futuristic Single-Seater Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/future-mobility-concept.md) - [3D-Printed Lattice Bike Saddles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vaen-bike-saddle.md) - [Tread-Wheel Geometric Bicycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-q.md) - [3d-Printed Mountain Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rodeo-bike.md) - [Space-Grade Aluminum Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eve-odyssey.md)