# Accessible Commuter E-Bikes The Elby 9-Speed Offers Comfort, Storage, and Versatility By Joey Haar | Published 2018-01-18 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elby-9speed References: [digitaltrends](https://www.digitaltrends.com/outdoors/elby-e-bike/?utm_source=feedly&utm_medium=webfeeds) & [elbybike](http://www.elbybike.com/product/9-speed-2/) Despite the clear environmental and economic benefits in riding a bike to work, many people don't feel confident on typical commuter bikes; the Elby 9-Speed e-bike is designed to suit as many different body types as possible, making it a great choice for anyone with an [urban commute](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nimble-urban-ebikes) to tackle every day. The Elby 9-Speed has a [cruiser frame](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/envo-flex-etrike) (i.e. it has no horizontal cross bar), so it's suitable for riders with different degrees of mobility. Since it's an e-bike, it can also assist riders with the difficult aspects of their commute, like climbing hills — another advantage for those with limited mobility or fitness. Further, the frame is constructed from a [lightweight aluminum alloy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/etb-200), so it weighs in under 50 pounds despite its relatively large profile. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 77% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Accessible Commuter E-bikes:** Making e-bikes more accessible can tap into a wider market of people who may not feel comfortable or confident on traditional bikes. - **Comfortable Cruiser Frames:** Designing e-bikes with cruiser frames provides an option for riders with different degrees of mobility, making biking a more viable mode of transportation for all. - **Lightweight E-bikes:** Using lightweight materials in e-bike construction can provide greater versatility and ease of use for riders. ### Where This Applies - **Biking Industry:** Manufacturers and retailers of bikes and e-bikes can tap into the growing market for accessible and comfortable commuter e-bikes. - **Fitness Industry:** Gyms or fitness equipment manufacturers can explore partnering with e-bike manufacturers to offer bike-based fitness programs that may be more accessible to people with limited mobility or fitness. - **Sustainable Transportation Industry:** Sustainable transportation organizations and advocacy groups can promote the use of accessible e-bikes as an alternative to traditional cars, reducing emissions and traffic congestion. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cargo-Toting Urbanite eBikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/specialized-globe-haul-st.md) - [Torque-Sensing Commuter E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/torquesensing-commuter-ebikes.md) - [Accessible Low-Step E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/raleigh-motus.md) - [Lightweight City E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loft-go-7d.md) - [Affordable Commuter Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eunorau-d6-commuter-ebike.md) - [Functional Utility E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultra-40.md) - [Low-Frame Step-Through Cruisers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/model-f-e-bike.md) - [Step-Through Urban E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kbo-breeze-stepthru.md) - [Low-Weight Commuter eBikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/propella-9s-pro-v2.md)