# Secure Cyclist Accessories The Mission Bicycle U-Lock Holster Makes Carrying a Lock Effortless By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2013-07-11 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mission-bicycle-ulock-holster References: [lifeclad](http://lifeclad.com/2013/07/01/mission-bicycle-u-lock-holster/) & [missionbicycle](https://www.missionbicycle.com/store/ulock-holster) Carrying a lock around with you while riding a bike isn't the most convenient of feats, which is something the Mission Bicycle U-Lock Holster looks to combat against by easily transforming [any belt](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/truckle) into a piece of cycling equipment. Simply attach the Mission Bicycle U-Lock Holster to your belt and voila; a [u-shaped bicycle lock](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lock-ultra) can be inserted for quick carrying. Handmade in the Mission District of San Francisco, the Mission Bicycle U-Lock Holster is made from [quality leather](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taco-bellt) with brass rivets for dependable strength. Four color varieties mean that pairing the design with your individual style is simple and chic. The Mission Bicycle U-Lock Holster is an innovative approach to carrying a lock and offers flexibility that goes with the rider anywhere. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.1/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 80% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Bike Accessories:** There is an opportunity for more innovative, convenient, and practical bike accessories that can enhance the overall cycling experience. - **Wearable Accessories:** The trend of wearable accessories could be applied to biking such as special clothing, helmets, or mobile devices that enhance the safety and convenience of cycling. - **Green Transportation:** As transportation trends shift towards more environmentally friendly modes, there is an opportunity for companies to create more sustainable, bike-related products. ### Who This Affects Most - **Sports and Outdoor Recreation:** The sports and outdoor industry should continue to develop products that enhance the safety, convenience, and comfort of biking trips, from simple accessories to high-end smart devices. - **Fashion and Apparel:** There is an opportunity for the fashion and apparel industry to innovate bike accessories that can merge fashion and function, such as bike-friendly backpacks, shoes, and clothing. - **Technology:** The tech industry can create bike gadgets from GPS devices for route planning, smart locks, and lights to wearable devices that monitor vital stats for better performance and health tracking. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Collapsible Ultra-Secure Bike Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-lock.md) - [Helmet-Secured Bike Prototypes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/on-board-helmet.md) - [Discreet Connected Bike Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laas-olock.md) - [Hidden Seat Bike Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lockinvisible.md) - [Three-in-One Bike Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multifunctional-bike-lock.md) - [Indestructible Bike Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foldylock-forever.md) - [Handlebar Bike Gear Clips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gear-clip.md) - [Impenetrable Cyclist Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/litelok-x1.md) - [Slap-Band-Inspired Bike Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slapstick-smart-bicycle-lock.md)