# Water Bottle Cycles The DIY Amphibious Bike Rides the Water By Luisa Amanda Gomes | Published 2010-03-22 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-amphibious-bike References: [ubergizmo](http://www.ubergizmo.com/15/archives/2010/03/diy_aquabike_lets_you_ride_on_water.html) & [reflectionof.me](http://reflectionof.me/homemade-amphibious-bike) This DIY Amphibious Bike is the creation of an innovative fellow from China. Taking an [ordinary bike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rcyl-bike), a few [giant water bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elio) and paddles, he was able to create this aqua bike! The water bottles serve as pontoons, which allow the bike to float on top of the water. The [paddles are attached to the wheels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-diwheel), which allow the bike to function in the desired direction of the rider. So, getting across the river is no longer a problem! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 76% | Activity: 62% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **DIY Amphibious Technology:** The concept of DIY amphibious vehicles presents an opportunity for innovators to explore unique transportation solutions. - **Water Mobility:** The shift towards water mobility opens up opportunities for industries to invest in water-based transportation solutions. - **Sustainable Floatation:** The use of giant water bottles as pontoons for flotation presents an opportunity for businesses to explore sustainable and cost-efficient solutions. ### Where This Applies - **Outdoor Recreation:** The DIY amphibious bike presents an opportunity for outdoor recreation businesses to develop innovative products and experiences for water-based adventures. - **Transportation:** The development of DIY amphibious technology provides an opportunity for the transportation industry to explore new methods for crossing water bodies. - **Environmental Sustainability:** The use of giant water bottles in the construction of the amphibious bike presents an opportunity for the environmental sustainability industry to explore alternative uses for plastic waste. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pedal-Assist Electric Water Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/otter-bike-explorer.md) - [Three-in-One Aquatic Vessels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/decathlon-x-outercraft-hydrobike.md) - [Pump-Integrated Water Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bottle-bottle.md) - [E-Trike Boat Hybrids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ztriton-20.md) - [Sleek Cyclist Water Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cyclist-water-bottle.md) - [Aircraft-Like Hydrofoil Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydrofoiler-sl3.md) - [Plastic Bottle Lifejackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bot-lifejacket.md) - [Modular Electric Utility Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2x2-ultra-bike.md) - [Four-Wheeled Hybrid Bike Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/karver-cyle-concept-k1.md)