# Adaptable Three-Way Bikes The Sustainable 3-in-1 'LittleBig' Bike Adapts with Growing Children By simon evans | Published 2017-08-09 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/LittleBig References: [twowheelingtots](http://www.twowheelingtots.com/littlebig-bikes-convertible-balance-bike-review/) & [littlebigbikes](https://www.littlebigbikes.com) Growing children constantly seem to be outgrowing their bikes, but the solution may lie in a new product. The LittleBig is an [adaptable bike for toddlers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/childrens-bikes) up to 7-year-old children. Beginning as a pedal-less [balance bike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/guardian-bikes), this product ensures children learn every aspect of riding a bike from balance to the necessary coordination. The unique frame allows the rear section to be flipped which makes the bike grow so the separate [pedal attachment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kazam-co-pilot-bike-trailer) can be fitted. With its lightweight alloy frame and kids-specific components, the LittleBig will last your child for up to five years, making it a sustainable investment. Designed and hand-assembled in Ireland, the LittleBig has already won a Red Dot design award as well as the hearts of many parents and kids alike. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.6/10 - Popularity: 96% | Activity: 95% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) > [Transportation](https://www.trendhunter.com/transportation) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Adaptable Bikes for Growing Children:** Opportunity for companies to create customizable bikes that adapt to the growth of children, providing a sustainable solution for parents. - **Pedal-less Balance Bikes:** Opportunity for companies to develop balance bikes that allow children to learn and master bike riding skills without pedals, promoting balance and coordination. - **Lightweight and Sustainable Kids Bikes:** Opportunity for companies to design lightweight and durable bikes with eco-friendly materials, catering to the growing demand for sustainable products. ### Who This Affects Most - **Toy and Children's Product Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity in the toy and children's product manufacturing industry to create adaptable bikes that can adjust to children's growth, providing a longer lifespan and better value for parents. - **Sports and Fitness Equipment Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity in the sports and fitness equipment manufacturing industry to develop pedal-less balance bikes that help children learn bike riding skills in a safer and more efficient way. - **Bicycle Manufacturing:** Opportunity for bicycle manufacturers to produce lightweight and sustainable bikes for kids, meeting the demand for eco-friendly products in the market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [STEM-Inspired Balance Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balance-bike1.md) - [Collapsible 5-in-1 Strollers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/liki-trike-midnight-edition.md) - [Kid's Urban Lifestyle Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woom-bikes.md) - [Child-Friendly Balance Training Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super73-k1d.md) - [Child-Toting Electric Trikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ouca-bikes.md) - [Designer Kids Training Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Costway-Kids-Bike.md) - [Self-Balancing Baby Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woom-wow.md) - [Child-Centric e-Cargo Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecargo-bike.md) - [Senior-Suited Balance Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carbon-fiber-balance-bike.md)