# Commute-Determining Devices The Bicycle Barometer by Richard Pope Suggests Bike or Metro By Meghan Young | Published 2013-01-29 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bicycle-barometer References: [psfk](http://www.psfk.com/2013/01/bicycle-barometer-transportation-weather.html) & [blog.oftcc.net](http://blog.oftcc.net/) The Bicycle Barometer is a handy device that suggests, in an informed manner, how a person should commute to work on a daily basis. It features a simple interface quite like a standard clock with only two images on it, the metro symbol and a [picture of a bike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cyclehud). Designed by Richard Pope, the Bicycle Barometer essentially tells people whether they should bike to work or take the metro. It does so by pulling in publicly available [local weather and subway data](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/howmanylayersidagse) to advise people what their best option for the day would be. By taking into account such information as [tube station closings, line delays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trip-planning-platform), and weather conditions, the Bicycle Barometer will help people avoid a potentially nasty morning. The Bicycle Barometer uses a Nanode to connect to sources of data. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 20% | Activity: 32% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: 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 Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Smart Commute Devices:** Developing devices that suggest the best way to commute based on real-time data, such as weather patterns and station closures. - **Public Transit Enhancement:** Improving the information and tools available to commuters on public transportation to create a better overall experience. - **Eco-friendly Commuting:** Promoting environmentally conscious commuting options, like cycling or using public transportation, and providing incentives for their use. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Transportation:** Integrating smart technology into public transportation systems to disseminate real-time information to commuters. - **Smart Home:** Creating tools and devices to help homeowners reduce their carbon footprint through intelligent, automated energy management systems. - **Health and Wellness:** Promoting healthy commuting options in urban areas, such as cycling and walking, to encourage physical activity and reduce pollution. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bike-Mounted Air Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bikemounted-air-monitor.md) - [Connected Cyclist Information Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/core-bike-components-corecap.md) - [Quad-Purpose Cycling Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cycling-devices.md) - [Modular Accessory Urban E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pendler-ebike.md) - [Heat-Navigating Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wati.md) - [Minimalist Commuter E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pendler-1.md) - [Integrated Customizable Bike Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/core-components.md) - [Sensor Battery Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mysensor.md) - [Connected Cyclist Radar Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bryton-gardia-r300l.md)