# Lay Down Bicycles The Bird of Prey Bicycle is Designed for Optimal Performance While Riding By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2015-10-10 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bird-of-prey-bicycle References: [geekalerts](http://www.geekalerts.com/bird-of-prey-bicycle/) & [birdofpreybicycles.ning](http://birdofpreybicycles.ning.com/) To give you optimal control and an [ergonomically comfortable way to ride](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fit-bike-s), the Bird of Prey Bicycle is designed to have you laying down while you ride. Featuring a seat that supports you from your hips, the Bird of Prey Bicycle takes the [traditional bicycle design aesthetic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bicycle-technology) and throws it out the window; the pedals are placed at the rear, while the handlebars on the front are designed for you to lay on rather than grasp. Elbow holders that jet out the side of the handlebars on the Bird of Prey Bicycle make balancing yourself easy. Instead of having the rider hunch over, the Bird of Prey Bicycle places the rider in a position that's comfortable, ergonomic and that will provide muscle stimulation over the entire body rather than just isolated areas. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 89% | Activity: 90% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Sports](https://www.trendhunter.com/sports) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Laying Down Bicycles:** Creating bicycles with a design that optimizes ergonomics by positioning the rider in a comfortable lay-down position. - **Rear Pedal Bicycles:** Designing bicycles with pedals on the rear for optimal performance and control. - **Ergonomic Handlebars:** Incorporating handlebars designed for laying down onto bicycles for increased comfort and muscle stimulation. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Sports Equipment:** Developing innovative equipment in the sports industry by experimenting with non-traditional designs for better performance. - **Fitness and Wellness:** Integrating new designs into bicycles in the fitness industry for better muscle stimulation and overall wellness benefits. - **Transportation:** Creating disruption in the transportation industry by designing bicycles with a comfortable laying-down position for transportation in urban areas. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wearable Electric Three-Wheelers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wearable-electric-threewheeler.md) - [Tread-Wheel Geometric Bicycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-q.md) - [Reliable Budget-Friendly Ebikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/birdbike.md) - [Unconventional E-Bike Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pendler.md) - [Seat-Free Spin Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/martoni-cardio-speeder.md) - [Recumbent Pedal-Assist Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vemoo-recumbent-tricycle.md) - [Shapeshifting Superbike Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hypercycle.md) - [Four-Wheeled Hybrid Bike Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/karver-cyle-concept-k1.md) - [Comfort-Focused Stationary Bicycle Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fit-bike-s.md)