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Gold-Plated Bicycles

Goldgenie's 24 Karat Bicycle Costs $390,000

— December 9, 2014 — Luxury
British company Goldgenie has been adding the Midas touch to a wide variety objects for years now, including, in recent times, iPhones and iPads. However, they're now turning their attentions to bicycles.

Goldgenie's Men's Racing Bike is a 24 karat gold bicycle that consists of what is probably a Giant Defy 3 aluminum framed road bike covered in gold plating. Everything from the handlebars to the spokes, derailleur, chain and gear clusters are gold-played.

If you're the type of person who fancies a ride-about on a gold-plated bicycle, be prepared to shell out a cool $391,017.

There doesn't appear to be anything particularly special about the bike aside from the fact that it's plated in gold. Riding this one through your local bike trail would make quite a statement indeed.
Trend Themes
1. Luxury Goods - Offering gold-plated versions of every day, functional items creates an opportunity for luxury brands to tap into new markets.
2. Personalization - Customizing products in unique and creative ways can help businesses offer exceptional value, enhance product quality, and increase customer loyalty.
3. Novelty Products - Incorporating playful and lighthearted design elements into everyday products can help brands stand out in crowded markets and entice consumers looking for something unexpected.
Industry Implications
1. Luxury Retail - Gold-plated bicycles could appeal to a niche market of affluent consumers willing to pay a premium for unique luxury goods.
2. Sporting Goods - Sporting goods brands could explore incorporating luxury design elements into performance equipment to differentiate and provide higher perceived value.
3. Consumer Electronics - Luxury tech brands could offer gold-plated versions of popular devices to expand their reach into new markets and increase brand awareness.
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