# Smart Pedal-Assist Bikes The Freway Mountain Bicycle Features 27 Speeds and Off-Road Capabilities By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-04-04 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mountain-bicycle References: [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ifreway/freway27-speed-pedal-assist-smart-ebike-at-499) & [ifreway](http://www.ifreway.com) Ebikes are associated with city living, but the Freway Mountain Bicycle is intended to offer enhanced functionality when going on a rural cycling trip. Outfitted with [smart pedal-assist technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-ebike1), the bike allows for a more natural transition to the world of ebikes. This is because pedal-assist will simply offer riders an extra touch of power to help them go further and ride at an accelerated rate. The bike features a Lithium electric motor to offer expansive capabilities when riding to continue on with journeys without feeling fatigue. The Freway Mountain Bicycle was funded via a [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/epopcycle) campaign where the bike received over $170,000 in funding and has gone on to become a favorite amongst riders. The bike can currently be purchased online by contacting the brand and at select retailers. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 35% | Activity: 43% | 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Smart Pedal-assist Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop advanced pedal-assist technology that offers a seamless and natural transition to ebikes. - **Off-road Ebikes:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create durable and high-performance electric bicycles specifically designed for rural and off-road cycling trips - **Crowdfunding for Bicycle Innovations:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Utilize crowdfunding platforms to raise funding and gain market validation for innovative bicycle designs. ### Where This Applies - **Electric Bicycle Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Use smart pedal-assist technology to revolutionize the electric bicycle industry by offering enhanced functionality and a more natural riding experience. - **Outdoor Recreation Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop off-road electric bicycles to cater to the growing demand for adventurous and rugged outdoor cycling experiences. - **Crowdfunding Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Tap into the popularity of crowdfunding to raise funds and launch new bicycle designs that meet the evolving needs of cyclists. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fat Tire Urbanite eBikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/engwe-l20-30-series.md) - [Fully-Equipped E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/powerfly-fs-9-equipped.md) - [Versatile Urban E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/versatile-urban-ebike.md) - [Sensitive Pedal E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/b-twin-920e.md) - [Off-Road Trail E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manidae.md) - [Power-Hungry E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frey-beast.md) - [Nimble Urban eBikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nimble-urban-ebikes.md) - [Adaptable Electric Bicycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bezior-xf200.md) - [Fat Tire E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cc-fat.md)