# Imperial Soldier Street Cruisers The Phat Stormtrooper Lets Cyclists Ride with the Force in Mind By Matt Ho | Published 2011-08-21 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phat-stormtrooper References: [cycleexif](http://www.cycleexif.com/stormtrooper-bike) & [ratrodbikes](http://www.ratrodbikes.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=21&t=42340) With so many [customized Star Wars products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-x-citizen-rebel-starfighter-boxed-set), it's a little surprising to see how long it's taken to see something like the Phat Stormtrooper pop up on the radar. Max Denisov, aka Dee-Troy, from Moscow’s Rastabike BC has designed a bicycle that will get every [fanboy and fangirl of Star Wars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brickbuilt-star-wars-logo) jumping with joy. The Phat Stormtrooper takes the form of a lean, mean [street cruiser](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cycultra) decked out in the theme of the Imperial soldiers. The entire bike has a black-and-white theme and includes several minor details that fans will appreciate. Look closely at the wheels and you'll even see a wanted image of Yoda. Denisov has also manged to incorporate a Stormtrooper head as the stopper on the tire valve. Biking down the street has never looked so badass and geeky. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 73% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Customized Star Wars Products:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a range of customized Star Wars products that cater to the growing fan base and capitalize on their enthusiasm. - **Theme-based Street Cruisers:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop a line of theme-based street cruisers that incorporate popular cultural icons, appealing to fans of various genres and increasing the appeal of cycling. - **Geeky Bicycle Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design and manufacture geeky bicycle accessories that enable enthusiasts to express their fandom while adding a unique touch to their rides. ### Where This Applies - **Customization Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Embrace the increasing demand for customization by offering personalized products and services across various sectors, including apparel, electronics, and lifestyle. - **Cycling Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce innovative and themed bicycles that tap into the interests and passions of different consumer segments, elevating the overall experience of cycling. - **Novelty Gift Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a range of novelty gifts and accessories that cater to niche markets, providing unique and memorable products for special occasions or enthusiasts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sci-Fi-Themed Replica Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clone-trooper-phase-ii.md) - [Highly Detailed Sci-Fi Costumes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stormtrooper-kit.md) - [Sci-Fi Franchise-Inspired Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-collection-2.md) - [Sci-Fi-Themed Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/volkswagen-2.md) - [Dark Sci-Fi Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/darc-sport.md) - [Custom-Built Sci-Fi Series Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bumblebee-bike.md) - [Aircraft-Inspired Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fabman-creations.md) - [Sci-Fi Electric Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/volkswagen-van.md) - [Sci-Fi-Branded Gamer Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/secretlab-x-star-wars.md)