# Communicative Cyclist Helmets The Sena Smart Bike Helmet Design Connects Riders to One Another By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-09-22 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bike-helmet-design References: [newatlas](http://newatlas.com/sena-smart-helmet/45535/) & [sena](http://www.sena.com/product/smart-cycling-helmet/) The [Sena](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sena-m1-m1-evo) smart bike helmet design looks to enable cyclists to maintain connectivity and enhanced technological integration when jumping on their ride. Featuring Bluetooth connectivity, the Sena helmet can play music, record video footage through the integrated front camera and even connect riders to one another. The intercom system allows riders to keep in touch and talk without ever having to take their hands off of the handlebars. The Sena helmet works with an integrated screen that is meant to be installed onto the handlebars of the bicycle. The helmet can be set to read off stats such as heart rate, cadence and even speed for fitness tracking purposes. The Sena smart bike helmet design also features [turning signal lights on the rear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canyon-deflectr-rls-helmet) of the device to let those around the cyclist know their next move. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 66% | Activity: 86% | 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) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Sports](https://www.trendhunter.com/sports) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Connective Cycling Gear:** Opportunity for creating more gear that integrates Bluetooth connectivity and intercom systems, enhancing the cycling experience and safety. - **Technological Integration in Helmets:** Disruptive innovation opportunity in designing helmets that incorporate features like integrated screens, cameras, and fitness tracking capabilities. - **Smart Helmets for Enhanced Communication:** Potential for developing helmets that enable riders to connect with each other, play music, and have turning signal lights for improved communication and safety. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Cycling Gear Manufacturing:** Opportunity for manufacturers to create innovative cycling gear that incorporates connectivity features. - **Helmet Design and Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for designers and manufacturers to create helmets with integrated screens, cameras, and fitness tracking capabilities. - **Communication Technology Development:** Potential for technology developers to focus on creating communication systems and features specifically designed for smart helmets and cycling safety. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Connected Adventure Safety Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sena-m1-m1-evo.md) - [Connected Cyclist Safety Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unit-1-faro-smart-helmet.md) - [Fully-Integrated Smart Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sena-phantom.md) - [Camera-Equipped Smart Cyclist Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/relee-m1-helmet.md) - [Communication System Snow Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sena-latitude-s1-snow-helmet.md) - [Camera-Equipped Smart Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yashica-x-im-back-virtusx1.md) - [AI-Powered Cyclist Safety Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/livall-ai-visual-smart-helmet.md) - [Aftermarket Helmet HUD Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soulrs-headsup-display.md) - [Speaker-Equipped Sports Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bh51m-nso.md)