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# Snugly Adaptive Bike Pedals
The FlyPedals Convert Bike Pedals into a Comfortable, Flat Surface

By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2014-06-13 | Autos
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flypedals
References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/flypedal-adapter-clipless-pedal-cleats/32323/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1513937573/flypedals-universal-clipless-bike-pedal-adapter)

FlyPedals are unique and comfortable adapters that concert [clipless bicycle pedals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pikaboost-2-lite) into smooth, flat surfaces that feel comfortable against [regular shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-acg-mountain-fly-2-low-goretex). This means you can now ride your bike wearing any old shoes rather than having to put an awkward pair of bike cleats every time you head out for a bike ride.

The FlyPedals are essentially aluminum adapters and are designed to be compatible with both two-bolt as well as three-bolt patterned cleats. This means they can be used with pretty much every clipless road bike pedal and [mountain bike pedal](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fit-bike-s) on the market.

Cleats are attached to the underside of the FlyPedal adapter; these can be clipped in and out of the pedals much like a pair of bike shoes. Ultimately, the FlyPedals successfully transform the awkward bike pedal into a flat, friendly surface that feels good against street shoes.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 0.6/10
- Popularity: 9% | Activity: 1% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Clipless Pedal Adapters:** The invention of clipless pedal adapters represents an opportunity for manufacturers to re-imagine existing products and make them more user-friendly.
- **Multi-functional Bike Gear:** The rise of multi-functional bike gear presents a challenge to manufacturers to create designs that can adapt to the needs of a diverse range of cyclists.
- **Pedal Innovation:** The creation of FlyPedals highlights the potential for innovation in otherwise simple bike components, such as pedals.

### Where This Applies

- **Bicycle Manufacturing:** Bicycle manufacturers have an opportunity to create more accessible and user-friendly products by incorporating clipless pedal adapters into their designs.
- **Athletic Footwear:** The creation of clipless pedal adapters creates potential for athletic footwear companies to create shoes that are compatible with both clipless pedals and flat FlyPedal adapters.
- **Outdoor Recreation Retail:** Outdoor recreation retailers have an opportunity to market FlyPedals as an innovative and affordable solution for recreational cyclists who do not want to invest in expensive bike shoes.

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