# Double-Loaded Bicycles The Donky Bike by Ben Wilson is Made for Transporting Heavy Loads By Meghan Young | Published 2012-11-08 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/donky-bike References: [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/2012/11/06/carry-your-gear-with-the-donky-utility-bike/) & [donkybike](http://donkybike.com/about-donky-bike/) The Donky Bike boasts [two racks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cargomate-bike-rack), one on each end, to ensure that cyclists are better equipped to carry loads instead of resorting to another form of transportation. Since cycling is becoming more and more prevalent in urban communities, solutions such as the one the Donky Bike presents are becoming more and more necessary. Created by designer Ben Wilson, the Donky Bike is versatile and utilitarian. Specifically designed with the bustling city of London in mind, it boasts impressive handling and steering, which is especially important when riding at lower speeds while carrying around [heavy cargo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/20fifty-ltx). Equipped with 20″ wheels and a tough steel frame, the Donky Bike is made for [heavy duty trips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-cargo-bike-design) instead of recreational rides around the city. It is available in two different colors: black and green. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 49% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Sports](https://www.trendhunter.com/sports) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Double-loaded Bicycles:** Double-loaded bicycles are becoming more necessary as cycling increases in urban communities. - **Heavy Duty Transportation:** There is a growing demand for heavy duty transportation solutions in urban areas. - **Versatile Design:** Versatile design is becoming increasingly important to meet the needs of city transportation. ### Where This Applies - **Bicycle Manufacturing:** Bicycle manufacturers can innovate by developing products that specifically address the needs of urban communities. - **Logistics and Delivery Services:** Logistics and delivery companies can leverage double-loaded bicycles to provide efficient and eco-friendly delivery solutions. - **Retail and E-commerce:** Retailers and e-commerce companies can integrate the use of heavy duty bicycles in their supply chain for last-mile delivery. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Compact Load-Hauling eBikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-cargo-ebike.md) - [Budget-Friendly Cargo Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heybike-hauler.md) - [Modular Cargo-Ready Bike Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cargorida.md) - [Lengthy Cargo E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mycle-cargo.md) - [Expandable Cargo E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/expandable-cargo-ebike.md) - [Car-Replacing Electric Cargo Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trek-fetch-2.md) - [Ultra-Compact Cargo Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yoonit-mini-cargobike.md) - [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)