# Crocheted Bicycle Gloves Gantoli Cycling Accoutrements are Inspired by Three Different Flag Colors By Meghan Young | Published 2013-04-04 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gantoli-cycling-accoutrements References: [coolhunting](http://www.coolhunting.com/style/gantoli-cycling-accoutrements-gloves.php) & [gantoli.bigcartel](http://gantoli.bigcartel.com/) Cycling around one's city has become the choice mode of transportation for many cool guys out there, especially those who own, or have always wanted to own, a fixie; the Gantoli Cycling Accoutrements caters both to that crowd as well as other cyclists at heart. The Montreal-based company has released some highly-covetable accessories that will surely encourage other stylish individuals to get a bike. Namely, Gantoli Cycling Accoutrements has introduced gloves that will make rides more comfortable and fashionable. Comprised of three styles in the flag colors of Italy, Germany and France, the gloves are inspired by the glory days of European cycling. Made using supple leather and woven cotton rope, they are secured with a velcro closure. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 68% | Activity: 54% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Sports](https://www.trendhunter.com/sports) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Fashionable Cycling Accessories:** Creating stylish and functional accessories for cyclists can disrupt the traditional cycling gear market. - **Retro-inspired Cycling Gear:** Tapping into nostalgia for the glory days of European cycling, companies can create products that combine vintage aesthetics with modern materials and technology. - **Country-themed Cycling Merchandise:** Developing merchandise inspired by different countries' flag colors can cater to cyclists who want to express their national pride while riding. ### Who This Affects Most - **Sports Apparel:** Introducing innovative cycling apparel that blends fashion and functionality presents opportunities for growth in the sports apparel industry. - **Fashion Accessories:** Collaborating with cycling brands to create fashionable accessories opens up new markets within the fashion accessories industry. - **Tourism and Souvenirs:** Designing country-themed cycling merchandise can tap into the tourism and souvenirs market, offering unique keepsakes for travelers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Limited Edition Racing Gloves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/royal-racing.md) - [Long-Distance Cycling Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brevet.md) - [Retro-Inspired Boxing Gear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-boxing-gear.md) - [Adaptive Cyclist Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-view-cycling-glasses.md) - [Colorful Cycling Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dream-together.md) - [Designer Manual Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/t-bike.md) - [Rugged All-Season Glove Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/giver-4-season-gloves.md) - [Modest Cycling Gear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cycling-hijab.md) - [Bespoke Textile-Focused Mittens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/linkdesigns.md)