# Compact Collapsible Bikes The 'Pop-Cycle' Uses a Sliding Frame Design For Easy Transportation By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2023-03-29 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collapsible-bike References: [road.cc](https://road.cc/content/tech-news/korean-sliding-bike-aims-revolutionise-folding-bikes-300255) & [popsicle-pop-cycle-a-whole-new.kckb.st](https://popsicle-pop-cycle-a-whole-new.kckb.st/a0eeb670)  A South Korean company by the name of Bokyong is preparing to launch a wittily named and innovatively framed collapsible bicycle that is designed to make transportation a breeze without the typical formula of folding. The 'Pop-cycle' uses a sliding mechanism that is made possible by the use of an aluminum frame whose components are bolted rather than welded. In other words, when a rider needs to collapse the 'Pop-cycle' down to ride the train or chuck it in the back of the car, all they need to do is slide the rear portion forward before [folding the handlebars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mirider-24-gb3) and pedals in, a process that takes a matter of seconds. Currently the subject of a crowdfunding campaign over on [Indiegogo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/featherweight-folding-ebikes), this unique collapsible bicycle can be obtained with a pledge of $468. Image Credit: Bokyong ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 93% | Activity: 78% | Freshness: 15% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Collapsible Bicycle Trends:** As people seek more versatile and easily transportable modes of transport, collapsible bicycles that use innovative frame designs such as the sliding mechanism will become increasingly popular. - **Aluminum Component Trends:** As people look for lighter and more durable alternatives to traditional bike materials, aluminum components will become more prevalent in bicycle designs. - **Crowdfunding Campaign Trends:** As entrepreneurs seek ways to fund their innovative ideas, crowdfunding campaigns will become an increasingly popular option, especially for products with unique designs like the 'Pop-Cycle'. ### Who This Affects Most - **Bicycle Manufacturing Industry:** Companies that specialize in bicycle manufacturing should consider adopting aluminum component designs and innovative frame designs to provide consumers with versatile and easily transportable options. - **Transportation Industry:** As more people look for convenient ways to commute, transportation companies should explore partnerships with bicycle companies to offer collapsible bicycles as an alternative mode of transportation. - **Crowdfunding Industry:** Crowdfunding platforms such as Indiegogo should continue to support innovative ideas within the bicycle industry by showcasing unique designs like the 'Pop-Cycle' to their users. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Compact Foldable City Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pop-cycle.md) - [Hyper-Compact Commuter eBikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/epopcycle.md) - [Wheel-Wedging Folding Bicycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wheel-wedging-folding-bicycle.md) - [Collapsible Belt-Driven Commuter Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/priority-folder.md) - [Collapsible Commuter E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collapsible-commuter-ebike.md) - [Adventurous Folding Bike Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flatbike-change-adventure.md) - [Collapsible Commuter E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ossby-geo.md) - [Adaptable Foldable Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buzzy-bike.md) - [Folding Urban E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-urban-ebike.md)