# Cardboard Cargo Carriers The Packtasche is a Temporary Alternative to Bulky Bike Baskets By Meghan Young | Published 2014-09-11 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cardboard-cargo-carrier References: [fastcoexist](http://www.fastcoexist.com/3035358/these-cardboard-cargo-carriers-fold-together-in-seconds-so-cyclists-can-carry-groceries) & [packtasche.at](http://packtasche.at/) Cyclists should be lauded at every turn for their eco-consciousness, healthy perspective and efficiency; yet this cardboard cargo carrier shows that is not always the case. Getting chores and errands done spontaneously isn't something that many cyclists can do since it takes a bit of work to be prepared. For instance, not everyone uses [bike bags or baskets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bike-backpack). Dubbed Packtasche, this cardboard cargo carrier is a great solution. In place of typical plastic bags, it is a sturdy design stores would carry with cyclists in mind. Easy to fold and pack, the cardboard cargo carrier is meant to be draped securely over an [existed bike rack](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cargomate-bike-rack) and even has handles so it is easy to carry when walking around instead of biking. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 96% | Activity: 87% | 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) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Eco-conscious Cycling:** The trend of eco-conscious cycling is driving the demand for innovative solutions like the cardboard cargo carrier, providing disruptive opportunities for sustainable transportation products. - **Efficient Bike Accessories:** The trend towards efficient bike accessories is creating opportunities for products like the Packtasche, which offers a convenient and temporary alternative to bulky bike baskets. - **Spontaneous Errand Solutions:** The need for spontaneous errand solutions is fueling the development of portable and easy-to-use products like the foldable cardboard cargo carrier. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Sustainable Transportation:** The sustainable transportation industry can capitalize on the trend of eco-conscious cycling by developing innovative and eco-friendly products like the cardboard cargo carrier. - **Bike Accessories:** The bike accessories industry can tap into the trend of efficient and convenient bike accessories by creating products that offer temporary and portable solutions like the Packtasche. - **Consumer Goods Retail:** The consumer goods retail industry can benefit from the trend of spontaneous errand solutions by offering innovative products like the foldable cardboard cargo carrier in their stores. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Heavy-Duty Cargo E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heavyduty-cargo-ebike.md) - [Compact Last-Mile Delivery Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cargo-bike-concept.md) - [Expandable Electric Cargo Trikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-folding-cargo-bike.md) - [Sustainably-Packaged Compact Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mondraker.md) - [Pedal-Assisted Cargo eBikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lambrogio.md) - [Tubular Metallic Bike Racks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cargomate-bike-rack.md) - [Foldable Flatpack Bike Racks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ahha-toaster-bike-rack.md) - [Expandable Cargo E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/expandable-cargo-ebike.md) - [Flatpack Cyclist Safety Equipment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-helmet-concept.md)