# Theft-Proof Bicycles Freelock Self-Locking Two-Wheeler Prevents Burglary By Andrew Robichaud | Published 2009-05-26 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freelock-self-locking-bicycle References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2009/05/26/this-bike-is-a-lock/) I’m going to openly admit that in my lifetime I’ve had two bikes stolen from me. One because I didn’t have a lock, and the second because the thief had a pair of bolt cutters. With the Freelock Cycle designed by Bong Hokuen & Ko Yoenjung, neither of the previous situations would have happened. The FreeLock Self-Locking Bicycle turns the seat of the bike into a full fledged locking system. A bar comes from the frame and connects to the bottom of the seat for a tough secure lock. The locking system of the bike can also be rotated 90 degrees in order to comfortably lock the bike to a standing pole of some sort. It’s a pretty slick design and a great way to save some money and spare the tears of a small child. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 55% | Activity: 52% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Theft-proof Bicycles:** Self-locking bicycles that secure the bike from the inside show future potential for smart bike designs. - **Smart Bike Locks:** With increasing demand for bike security, technologically advanced locks that use AI-powered sensors for alerts and GPS tracking display potential for futuristic innovations. - **Sustainable Bike Design:** Incorporating sustainable and eco-friendly materials in bike designs presents a potential market for developing innovative and environmentally responsible products. ### Who This Affects Most - **Bicycle Industry:** The Bicycle Industry is prime to exploit advancements in bicycle locking and sustainable bike design for fulfillment of growing consumer demand. - **Smart Technology Industry:** The Smart Technology Industry, with its advanced tech and sensors, can aid in development of smart bike locks that use AI-powered sensors for alerts and GPS tracking. - **Eco-friendly Industry:** The Eco-friendly Industry can benefit from development of sustainable bike designs, encouraging cycling as an eco-friendly and alternative mode of transportation. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Indestructible Bike Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foldylock-forever.md) - [Collapsible Ultra-Secure Bike Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-lock.md) - [Three-in-One Bike Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multifunctional-bike-lock.md) - [Discreet Connected Bike Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laas-olock.md) - [Helmet-Friendly Bike Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abus-combiflex-travelguard.md) - [Slap-Band-Inspired Bike Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slapstick-smart-bicycle-lock.md) - [Impenetrable Cyclist Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/litelok-x1.md) - [Bike Security-Enhancing Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gravity-wheelnutz.md) - [Real-Time Monitoring Bike Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elios-crossover-lock.md)