# Backpack-Sized Electric Scooters The 'MiniFalcon' Electric Scooter Has an Ultra-Compact Design By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-07-18 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minifalcon-electric-scooter References: [thegadgetflow](https://thegadgetflow.com/portfolio/compact-foldable-e-scooter/) & [indiegogo](https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/minifalcon-the-e-scooter-that-fits-in-a-backpack?utm_source=GadgetFlow&utm_medium=GadgetFlow&utm_campaign=GadgetFlow&utm_content=GadgetFlow#/) The 'MiniFalcon' electric scooter is a revolutionary transportation solution that aims to make the process of getting around town on your own terms easier than ever. Boasting a top speed of 15.5mph, the scooter offers up to nine miles of range per charge which makes it perfect for [in-city commutes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/niu-kqi-100p) and errands. The Kinetic Energy Recovery System will automatically recharge the battery when riding downhill and when braking to help capture some of the energy that would otherwise be lost. The 'MiniFalcon' electric scooter is characterized by its [ultra-compact design that folds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/niu-kqi-200f) up into a unit that's easily stowed in the accompanying backpack. This allows riders to keep it stored between uses and make it even easier to keep in a trunk or on hand for impromptu riding. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 78% | Activity: 81% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) > [Transportation](https://www.trendhunter.com/transportation) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Ultra-compact Transportation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop smaller and more portable transportation options for urban dwellers. - **Kinetic Energy Recovery:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore ways to capture and store energy from braking and downhill movement in various forms of transportation. - **Convenient Foldable Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create foldable designs for transportation devices that allow for easy storage and portability. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Urban Transportation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Revolutionize urban transportation options with compact and foldable devices for convenient commuting. - **Energy Storage:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative energy capturing and storage solutions for various types of transportation. - **Outdoor Recreation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce compact and lightweight transportation solutions for outdoor enthusiasts and adventurers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Folding User-Friendly Urban Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-scooter-concept.md) - [Mini Foldable Electric Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-foldable-electric-scooter.md) - [Collapsible Lightweight Commuter Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/turboant-m10.md) - [Notalgic Folding Electric Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/honda-motocompacto.md) - [Foldable Electric Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yadea-elite-prime.md) - [Weatherized Folded E-Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dynamic-scooter.md) - [Ultra-Compact Electric Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/advance-flex.md) - [Multifunctional Commuter eScooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alienish-ongo.md) - [Collapsible High-Power Electric Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vidaagogo-escooter.md)