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Classy Chain Guards

Poka Cycle Accessories Make Your Bike One of a Kind

— September 16, 2010 — Eco
Poka Cycle's accessories include beautiful chain guards that look like pieces of art. These interesting laser-cut, stainless steel pieces have a bottom bracket mounting system.

Poka is a Canadian company based in Toronto that manufactures all of its pieces locally. The company also creates other sweet accessories such as headbadges and bags. Poka Cycle's accessories are perfect for the green commuter who loves a little bling.

Implications - There are many commonly used items that consumers are accustomed to investing in regardless of their aesthetic. Such items typically bear functional qualities. Companies and businesses will benefit by providing consumers with an exciting or enhanced alternative to such items. Consumers will be immediately drawn to a product that embodies a fresh or embellished perspective.
Trend Themes
1. Bike Accessories as Art - There is an opportunity for manufacturers to create bike accessories that double as art pieces, providing customers with an aesthetically pleasing alternative to functional cycling gear.
2. Local Manufacturing - Companies that manufacture their products locally, such as Poka Cycle, will appeal to consumers who prioritize supporting the local economy and environmentally conscious practices.
3. Green Commuting - Accessories like those produced by Poka Cycle, which cater to the green commuter and add a bit of style to functional items, have the potential to attract a growing market segment.
Industry Implications
1. Bicycle Accessories - Manufacturers in the bicycle accessory industry have an opportunity to market products that are not just functional but doubles as art and cater to the green commuter.
2. Local Manufacturing - Other industries can emulate Poka Cycle's success, particularly if they prioritize local manufacturing to meet the growing demand for sustainability and environmentally conscious practices among consumers.
3. Green Transportation - Industries that cater to green transportation such as electric cars, bicycles, and scooters, among others, can benefit from offering aesthetically pleasing and functional accessories, as demonstrated by Poka Cycle.
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