# Self-Balancing Unicycles Budget-Friendly Segway Alternatives By Going Like Sixty | Published 2008-10-19 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/poor-mans-segway-self-balancing-unicyle-for-klutzy-circus-performers References: [focusdesigns](http://focusdesigns.com/products.aspx) I guarantee that nobody else on the block will have one of these at Christmas. It's a self-balancing unicycle, perfect for klutzy circus performers. 90% of the fun of riding a unicycle is recovering from the scrapes, bumps and bruises obtained while learning to ride them. The SBU ([Self Balancing Unicycle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motoroid-bike)) is a one-wheeled [Segway](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-xyber), thereby doing away with the challenge of riding a unicycle altogether. **Implications** - The increase of eco-conscious consumers has resulted in more outdoor activity. Consumers are eager to reconnect with nature and exercise or play sports rather than engage with technology. Companies can cater to these physically active consumers by manufacturing innovative new outdoor products that can be branded as a reaction against the digital age. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 62% | Activity: 95% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Self-balancing Unicycles:** New eco-friendly outdoor products that offer unique physical activities and experiences. - **Budget-friendly Segway Alternatives:** Growing popularity of affordable environmentally-friendly products as consumers seek to reconnect with nature and explore eco-tourism. - **Innovative Outdoor Products:** Increasing trend towards using technology to enhance traditional outdoor sports and activities. ### Where This Applies - **Recreation Equipment:** Manufacturing of new outdoor products and toys that offer unique experiences without being too expensive. - **Eco-tourism:** Growing need for eco-tourism providers that offer affordable outdoor activities and experiences for tourists. - **Sports Technology:** Opportunities for developing new technological advancements and adaptations for traditional outdoor sports. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Incline-Scaling Electric Unicycle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inclinescaling-electric-unicycle.md) - [Transforming Electric Unicycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/titaa.md) - [Terrain-Combating Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-xyber.md) - [Highway Speed Unicycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inmotion-v13-challenger.md) - [Self-Balancing Child-Friendly Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/segway-ninebot-s-kids.md) - [Multifunctional Hybrid Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-mobility.md) - [Self-Balancing Baby Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woom-wow.md) - [Double-Suspension Kickscooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-kickscooters.md) - [Robust Electric Kick Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-stand-bike.md)