# Hybrid Scooter Cycles The Pibal Bicycle Makes the Best of Inconsistent Traffic Conditions By Amelia Roblin | Published 2013-03-01 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pibal-bicycle References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2013/02/28/pibal-bicycle-by-philippe-starck-and-peugeot/) & [starck](http://www.starck.com/en/design/categories/vehicles/others.html) The typical commuter bike can be perfected and the citizens of Bordeaux, France, have suggested how to go about it. The Pibal Bicycle is the culmination of a multitude of clever suggestions from cyclists that will help riders to better cope with a range of conditions in urban and suburban areas. You'll notice that the frame of the two-wheeler has been altered so that the double top tubes and down tubes contour the front tire and plunge towards the ground. A horizontal platform links the front of the pushbike with the rear, providing a convenient place to rest a foot so that the Pibal bicycle can be used as a scooter. Working with Peugeot, designer Philippe Starck is responsible for making so many ideas into one cohesive and efficient vehicle. It's ideal for fast-paced travel and for slow-paced movement at intersections; it's yellow accents are highly visible and its front and back racks can store plenty. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.5/10 - Popularity: 91% | Activity: 95% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Multifunctional Transportation:** The Pibal Bicycle combines the features of a bike and a scooter, offering a versatile solution for urban and suburban commuting. - **User-centric Design:** The Pibal Bicycle incorporates clever suggestions from cyclists, showcasing the importance of user feedback in product development. - **Enhanced Safety Features:** The Pibal Bicycle's yellow accents and highly visible design make it a safer option for riders on the road. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Transportation:** Manufacturers in the transportation industry can explore opportunities to develop hybrid vehicles combining the benefits of bikes and scooters. - **Design:** Designers can incorporate user feedback to create innovative and user-centric products like the Pibal Bicycle. - **Safety Equipment:** Companies specializing in safety equipment can develop accessories and features that enhance visibility and safety for cyclists. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Two-in-One Scooter Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/popup-scooter.md) - [Compact Foldable City Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pop-cycle.md) - [Robust Electric Kick Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-stand-bike.md) - [Crowded Cityscape Electric Bicycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/didi-bike.md) - [Transforming Commuter Kick Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beam-scooter.md) - [Collaborative E-Bike Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urban-b200.md) - [Agile Four-Wheeled eBikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bike-car-hybrid.md) - [Unconventional E-Bike Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pendler.md) - [Modular Accessory Urban E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pendler-ebike.md)