# Bamboo E-Bikes The Bamboost E-Bike Features Balsa Wood and 3D-Printed Parts By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2015-03-09 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bamboost References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/bamboost-bamboo-composite-e-bike/36446/) & [herobike.org](http://www.herobike.org/collections/bamboo/products/bamboost-electric-bike-coming-soon) The Bamboost is an e-bike, developed by Greensboro, Alabama-based HERObike, that is equipped with a composite frame including [3D-printed parts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thok-tp4-r) and balsa wood. The sides of the Bamboost are vacuum-formed and comprise an inner layer of carbon fiber, in addition to laminated layers of woven bamboo, a balsa core, a second layer of woven bamboo and a final protective layer of resin. An additional outer layer of carbon fiber is used to protect those areas of the e-bike that are vulnerable to abrasion, such as the rear wheel drop-outs. The sides are joined together to form the frame. The Bamboost's functionality is augmented by a semi-rigid leather [cargo bag](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heybike-hauler) that can be removed and carried by the rider. The Bamboost is set to hit the market soon and will be priced somewhere between $2,500 and $3,000. This e-bike is a great example of blending futuristic technology with old-world materials. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 6% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Composite Materials:** The combination of 3D-printed parts, bamboo, and balsa wood in the Bamboost E-Bike offers new possibilities for creating strong yet lightweight composite materials. - **Sustainable Transportation:** The use of natural materials in the Bamboost E-Bike offers a sustainable alternative to traditional e-bikes made with metals and plastics. - **Modular Design:** The semi-rigid leather cargo bag of the Bamboost E-Bike offers a modular design that allows for customization and adaptability to meet the needs of riders. ### Who This Affects Most - **Electric Bikes:** The Bamboost E-Bike introduces a new level of innovation that could disrupt the electric bike industry by offering a sustainable and customizable alternative to traditional e-bikes made with metals and plastics. - **3D Printing:** The creation of 3D-printed parts in the Bamboost E-Bike shows the potential for 3D printing technology to revolutionize the bicycle industry and create new possibilities for composite materials. - **Sustainable Materials:** The use of bamboo and balsa wood in the Bamboost E-Bike highlights the growing trend towards sustainable materials in manufacturing and could spur innovation in other industries looking for eco-friendly alternatives. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bamboo Electric City Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bamboo-electric-city.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) - [Carbon-Fiber Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-hero.md) - [Ultra-Sustainable E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buddy-x1.md) - [High-Tech Carbon E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urtopia.md) - [Ultra-Efficient Ebikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heybike-hero.md) - [Self-Assembled E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/city-vanture.md) - [Competitively Priced Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carbon-fiber-electric-bike.md)