# Lightweight Bamboo Bikes The Aero Bamboo Bike Offers High Performance and Sustainability By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2016-03-15 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aero-bamboo-bike References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/aero-bamboo-bike/42235/) & [bamboobicycleclub.org](http://bamboobicycleclub.org/infographic-for-recent-build/) The [Aero](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allelectric-luxury-trailer) Bamboo Bike is an innovative bicycle, developed by the [Bamboo Bicycle Club](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-moon-chair) over in England, that features a unique look and impressive functionality. Conceived by designers Emanuele Giglio and James Marr, this bamboo bike's frame weighs in at 1.3 kg and is fitted with [Shimano](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bamboo-electric-city) Ultegra components. The Aero Bamboo Bike is not expected to be sold commercially, but the Bamboo Bicycle Club may release a DIY kit that would make it possible for you to build yourself your very own bamboo bike. Ultimately, this bike proves that is indeed possible to have a bike that has a lightweight, racing-friendly frame that is also highly eco-friendly, sustainable and recyclable, further bolstering cycling's position as the most eco-friendly way to get around. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 91% | Activity: 87% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Eco-friendly Bikes:** More innovative bike designs are being developed to promote sustainability and reduce carbon footprint. - **DIY Cycling Kits:** The availability of DIY bike building kits encourages individuals to construct their own customized bikes to suit individual needs and preferences. - **Lightweight Bicycle Frames:** Manufacturers are exploring the use of lighter and more sustainable materials in constructing bicycle frames to improve performance and reduce environmental impact. ### Where This Applies - **Bicycle Manufacturing:** Incorporating eco-friendly materials and lightweight frames in bicycle production can increase profitability and reduce negative environmental impact. - **DIY Hobbyist Market:** The release of DIY bamboo bike building kits can cater to the growing market of hobbyists interested in constructing their own sustainable transportation. - **Sustainability and Environmental Industries:** Collaborations between bicycle manufacturers and sustainability organizations can lead to the development of more sustainable and eco-friendly transportation options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sustainable Bamboo Tourism Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vlo-cuba.md) - [Bamboo Electric City Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bamboo-electric-city.md) - [Lightweight Spanish E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iaerolight.md) - [Plant Fibre-Based E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hummingbird-flax.md) - [Lightweight Plywood Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electraply-ebike.md) - [Lightweight Eco-Friendly Bicycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/srapide.md) - [Sustainable Bamboo-Crafted Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bamboo-drone.md) - [Aerodynamic Carbon Road Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cannondale-supersix-evo-lab71.md) - [Limited Production Timber Bicycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alfredo-wooden-bikes.md)