# Airless 3D-Printed Bike Tires BigRep Tires are Crafted Using PRO FLEX Filament By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-05-09 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bigrep-tires References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2018/05/08/bigreps-airless-3d-printed-tires-will-make-you-dump-the-pump/) & [bigrep](https://bigrep.com/) Cyclists are no stranger to flat tires that always seem to occur at the worst possible time, so the BigRep tires have been created to help offer a new alternative to air-filled varieties. Crafted using [3D printing technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heygears1), the tires are made from PRO FLEX filament that provides enhanced durability against temperatures of all ranges as well as different terrains. The air-free design eliminates the occurrence of flat tires to cut the amount of maintenance required on your bike dramatically and keep you riding with the same equipment for longer periods. The BigRep tires can be [retrofitted onto any bike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thok-tp4-r) of your choosing and can be customized to ensure they suit your needs or preferences in a seamless manner. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.7/10 - Popularity: 95% | Activity: 99% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Airless 3D Printing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new applications for 3D printing technology in industries where traditional air-filled tires are used, such as automotive and construction. - **PRO FLEX Filament:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the use of PRO FLEX filament in other products or industries that require durability in extreme temperatures and terrains, such as outdoor equipment and aerospace. - **Customizable Tires:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a platform that allows customers to personalize and order custom-designed airless tires for various modes of transportation, including bicycles, scooters, and wheelchairs. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Cycling:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate airless 3D-printed tires into the cycling industry to offer riders a maintenance-free and longer-lasting alternative to traditional air-filled tires. - **Automotive:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Apply airless 3D printing technology to develop durable and puncture-resistant tires for cars, trucks, and other vehicles, eliminating the need for frequent tire replacements and repairs. - **Outdoor Recreation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate PRO FLEX filament into the construction of outdoor equipment, such as hiking boots and camping gear, to provide enhanced durability in extreme conditions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Space-Inspired Airless Tires](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metl-tire.md) - [Airless Machinery Tires](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airless-machine-tires.md) - [Airless Car Tires](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airless-goodyear-tire.md) - [Hubless Airless eBikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/topsecret-ebike.md) - [3D-Printed Airless Basketballs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dprinted-airless-basketball.md) - [Airless 3D-Printed Basketballs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gen1-basketball.md) - [3D-Printed Bicycle Saddles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/matrix-mirror-saddle.md) - [Custom-Fit 3D-Printed Bike Seats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/personomic-saddle.md) - [3d-Printed Mountain Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rodeo-bike.md)