# Strong Micro Bike Tools The Mineral Design Bike Tools Enable Professional Tune-Ups By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-01-19 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bike-tools References: [geeky-gadgets](http://www.geeky-gadgets.com/innovative-compact-barstow-system-cyclist-toolkit-19-01-2016/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1878404005/barstow-system-and-mini-bar-bike-tools-from-minera) The number of consumers riding bicycles as their main form of transportation worldwide are increasing, so products like the Mineral Design Bike Tools that allow for efficient tune-ups are being created. Featuring both the Barstow System and the Mini Bar in the collection, Mineral Design Bike Tools are intended to be strong, efficient tools to maximize the efficiency of a bicycle. Bicycles, unlike motor vehicles, are easier to be adjusted to meet the exact specifications of riders; as such, more and more riders are taking the task into their own hands. Whether used for emergency purposes or everyday tools for tune-ups, the Barstow System and Mini Bar tools are ready for use almost anywhere. The Mineral Design Bike Tools are currently funding on Kickstarter. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 62% | Activity: 59% | 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's Driving This Trend - **Efficient Bike Tune-ups:** Tools like Mineral Design Bike Tools are making it easier and more efficient for consumers to tune up their bikes at home. - **DIY Bike Maintenance:** As more consumers are taking bike maintenance into their own hands, there is an opportunity for products that facilitate and simplify the process. - **Portable Bike Tools:** Consumers are looking for bike tools that are compact, lightweight, and easy to carry on-the-go. ### Who This Affects Most - **Bicycle Industry:** Companies in the bicycle industry can expand their product line by offering high-quality and portable bike tools to consumers. - **Tool Industry:** There is an opportunity for tool companies to create specialized and efficient bike tools for consumers who prefer to do their own maintenance. - **Crowdfunding Platforms:** Crowdfunding platforms like Kickstarter can continue to support the launch of innovative products like Mineral Design Bike Tools. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Modular Cycling Multitools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-cycling-multitool.md) - [Cylinder-Cased Cycling Multitools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cylindercased-cycling-multitool.md) - [48-Piece Cycling Multitools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/48piece-cycling-multi-tool.md) - [Capsule-Stored Cycling Multitools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/capsule-cycling-multitool.md) - [Miniaturized Cycling Multitools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miniaturized-cycling-multitool.md) - [Multifunctional Cycling Multi-Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multifunctional-cycling-multitools.md) - [Leverage-Providing Cycling Multitools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leverageproviding-cycling-multitool.md) - [Dual Bike Repair Lifts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dual-bike-lift.md) - [Custom-Made Foldable Titanium Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minivelo.md)