# Fast Low-Maintenance Bicycles The Made-to-Order Budnitz Alpha Bike is Perfect for Commuting By Madison Mackay | Published 2018-03-12 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/budnitz-alpha References: [gearpatrol](https://gearpatrol.com/2018/03/08/budnitz-bicycles-alpha/) & [budnitzbicycles](https://budnitzbicycles.com/bicycles/view/alpha) The new Budnitz Alpha bike by well-known transportation company Budnitz Bicycles is a new, [low-maintenance option for commuters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/t1-st-plus). This made-to-order bike has an [aluminum frame](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/etb-200), as opposed to the normal titanium frame. The frame makes it slightly heavier than a normal bike, but the brand designed this bike to be as [affordable yet useful as possible](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heybike-hauler). Coming in at only $1,490, this bike features a belt-drive powered eight-speed geared hub with disc breaks and a unique arcing frame. The geometry and attention to detail makes this bicycle look like a piece of art, designed to be fast and easy to handle. The new Budnitz Alpha bike needs little to no upkeep and can be dissembled and reassembled in minutes. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 57% | Activity: 62% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) > [Transportation](https://www.trendhunter.com/transportation) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Low-maintenance Bicycles:** There is an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the bicycle industry by creating low-maintenance bicycles that require minimal upkeep. - **Made-to-order Bicycles:** The trend of made-to-order bicycles presents an opportunity for customized and personalized bike designs that cater to individual preferences. - **Affordable High-performance Bicycles:** The affordability and performance of the Budnitz Alpha bike highlight the potential for disruptive innovation in creating high-quality bicycles at an accessible price point. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Transportation:** The transportation industry can explore the development of low-maintenance bicycles as a sustainable and efficient mode of commuting. - **Manufacturing:** Manufacturing companies can seize the opportunity to offer made-to-order bicycles and streamline the production process to meet the growing demand for personalized bikes. - **Sports and Recreation:** The sports and recreation industry can tap into the market for affordable high-performance bicycles, catering to both casual riders and enthusiasts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Customizable Minimalist E-bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atom-alpha.md) - [Plastic-Forward Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rcyl-bike.md) - [High-Performance Commuter Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-commuter-bike.md) - [Premium Step-Through E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hovalpha.md) - [Super Commuter Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/specialized-vado-sl-2-alloy-40.md) - [Collapsible Belt-Driven Commuter Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/priority-folder.md) - [Functional Utility E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultra-40.md) - [Consummately Customizable Commuter Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/customizable-commuter-bike.md) - [Performance-Focused Aluminum Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/6061-black-label-v3.md)