# Eco-Friendly Weatherproof Bicycles The 3-Wheeled Valetudo Bike By Going Like Sixty | Published 2008-11-09 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eco-friendly-bike-hiding-from-rain-under-plastic-cover References: [ecofriend.org](http://www.ecofriend.org/entry/eco-bikes-valetudo-a-three-wheeled-commuter-bike-made-from-recycled-plastic/) Valetudo means “anything goes” in Portugese, so it follows that this [plastic bike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dab-1-transparent-edition) is for weather where anything goes: The-one piece frame is made from [reclaimed materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ethunder). The Valetudo's plastic case makes the bike look great and also protects the gears from rusting. The bike has regular components, but the front wheel has suspension for a better ride and an improved turning radius. **Implications** - When people buy a new item they normally hope that it will last them quite some time. Businesses that build items such as the featured [weatherproof bicycle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velotric-fold-1) will interest people who hope to get a lot of use out of their purchase. Knowing that an item is built to last will ease the minds of many shoppers, especially during this time of financial instability. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 36% | Activity: 78% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Life](https://www.trendhunter.com/life) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Eco-friendly Bicycles:** Opportunity for businesses to create eco-friendly bicycles using reclaimed materials and weatherproof designs. - **Plastic Bike Frames:** Potential for businesses to innovate by using plastic frames for bicycles, providing durability and rust protection. - **Suspension for Front Wheels:** Innovation opportunity for businesses to add suspension to front wheels of bicycles, improving ride quality and maneuverability. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Sustainable Transportation:** Businesses in the sustainable transportation industry can create eco-friendly bicycles and promote durability. - **Outdoor Gear:** Opportunity for outdoor gear companies to explore using plastic frames for bicycles and advertise rust protection. - **Sporting Goods:** Sporting goods companies can capitalize on the innovation of adding suspension to front wheels of bicycles for better ride experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Recycled Plastic Waste Bicycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/igusbike.md) - [Automatic Eco-Friendly Ebikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultima-multipath.md) - [Transforming Furniture Bicycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outlaw-bike.md) - [Pedal-Assisted Cargo eBikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lambrogio.md) - [Compact Foldable City Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pop-cycle.md) - [Three-Wheeled Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veemo-velomobile.md) - [Ruggedized Rollable Bicycle Mudguards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bicycle-mudguard.md) - [Waterproof Electric Folding Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velotric-fold-1.md) - [Lightweight Four-Wheeled Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/activcycle.md)