# Taxidermy-Inspired Cycling Ads 'Heads Propaganda' Urges Caution Through These Cyclist Safety Ads By Megan Facciuolo | Published 2014-03-21 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cyclist-safety-ads References: [designtaxi](http://designtaxi.com/news/364379/Posters-Of-Bike-Handlebars-As-Hunting-Trophies-Urge-Road-Respect-For-Cyclists/) & [heads.br](http://heads.com.br/) These [cyclist safety](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/livall-ai-visual-smart-helmet) ads shed light on the lack of road respect on Brazilian streets. The ad agency 'Heads Propaganda' created these taxidermy-like images in an effort to aid the declination of [cyclist accidents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aerobag-system), as motorists who share the roads with cyclists need to be more aware. The posters show bicycle handlebars mounted like a deer head would be. It's meant to give the illusion that cyclists are being "hunted" like animals. These posters each read a different location of "kill." One states, "Hunted in the Park," while another states "Hunted on the Road." In addition to the eye-opening tags, the posters also state, “Every day, more and more cyclists are being killed in Brazilian streets and roads. Let’s respect the cyclists. Let’s stop hunting.” Cycling is becoming more and more popular for ecological and for cost-related reasons in densely populated areas; ads like this would deem helpful in all of them. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 83% | Activity: 81% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: South America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Cyclist Safety:** Opportunity for innovative solutions and technologies to improve cyclist safety on the roads. - **Road Respect:** Potential for campaigns and initiatives promoting mutual respect between motorists and cyclists. - **Ecological Cycling:** Rise in popularity of cycling as an eco-friendly alternative, creating opportunities for eco-conscious bicycle-related products and services. ### Who This Affects Most - **Advertising:** Ad agencies can incorporate innovative approaches like taxidermy-inspired ads to raise awareness and promote safety. - **Urban Mobility:** Development of technology and infrastructure to enhance cyclist safety and promote efficient urban cycling. - **Outdoor Recreation:** Demand for cycling-related products, equipment, and experiences as more people embrace cycling as a recreational activity. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Brain Protection Awareness Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brain-protection-helmet.md) - [Transforming Furniture Bicycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outlaw-bike.md) - [Road-Monitoring Cyclist Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/advanced-driver-assistance-system.md) - [Bike-Mounted Cyclist Safety Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cyclist-camera.md) - [Abandoned Bikes-Turned Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/objects-from-frames.md) - [Cyclist Safety-Focused Smart Sensors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cyclist-safety1.md) - [Crank-Powered Bike Light Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wnd-helmet.md) - [Illuminated Cycling Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/illuminated-cycling-helmet.md) - [Flatpack Cyclist Safety Equipment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-helmet-concept.md)