If you enjoy biking but hate wearing a helmet, Swedish company Hovding has produced an airbag for cyclists to be used as a substitution for the traditional bike helmet. The airbag is designed as a stylish hood or scarf-like device that wraps around your neck while riding. In the event of an accident, the airbag will deploy, safely protecting the head and neck of the cyclist.
The website notes that the airbag provides comfort and gentle shock absorption, and can “withstand multiple head impacts during the same accident.” The Hovding device is chargeable, equipped with an on/off switch and LED lights to indicate battery life. The collar is waterproof, easy to clean, and customizable with additional shells that can change its appearance based on your outfit.
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Bike Airbags
- Airbags for bicycles offer a new way to protect the body during accidents.
- Fashionable Safety Gear
- Designing stylish safety gear can increase its appeal and encourage more people to use it.
- Alternative Protective Equipment
- Developing alternative protective gear can disrupt traditional safety equipment markets, like helmets.
Sectors Adopting This
- Cycling Industry
- Integrating airbag technology into bicycles or gear could make cycling products more appealing and safer for consumers.
- Fashion Industry
- Creating fashionable safety gear opens up opportunities for innovative design and fashion-forward products that also prioritize safety.
- Safety Equipment Industry
- The development of airbags for cyclists could disrupt the traditional helmet market, leading to more competitors and alternative protective equipment options.
