# Magnetic Energy Bike Lights The Reelight 'CIO' Bike Light Doesn't Require Friction or Batteries By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-06-29 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reelight-cio References: [thegadgetflow](https://thegadgetflow.com/portfolio/battery-free-bike-light/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/reelightdenmark/cio-battery-free-bike-light) Bike lights often require a battery in order to operate unless they have a battery-free design that works off of friction, but the Reelight 'CIO' aims to change the case for both of these instances. Working with [magnetic energy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scoutlite-blinko), the light doesn't require traditional battery packs in order to be used and will help to ensure maximum safety when you're riding at night. While the device is intended to provide illumination when the bike is in motion it will also continue to flash for up to two minutes when you have come to a brief stop. The Reelight 'CIO' bike light boasts a [waterproof design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/radian-wingman) and attaches easily onto your ride via the accompanying [mounting system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-bike-concept-design) that is effortless to attach and remove. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 76% | Activity: 92% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Magnetic Energy:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop battery-free devices by utilizing magnetic energy technology. - **Battery-free Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create products that eliminate the need for battery packs by utilizing alternative power sources. - **Waterproof Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design waterproof products for various industries to improve durability and functionality. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Bicycle Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative bicycle accessories that improve safety and convenience through new technologies. - **Outdoor Recreation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create innovative outdoor recreation products with battery-free designs for environmentally friendly experiences. - **Safety Equipment:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Produce waterproof safety equipment for industries like construction and manufacturing for improved workplace safety. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Synced Bike Light Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bike-light-system.md) - [Lever-Triggered Bike Brake Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bike-brake-lights.md) - [Crank-Powered Bike Light Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wnd-helmet.md) - [Space-Saving Cyclist Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rydesafe-headtube-bike-light.md) - [Omnidirectional Bike Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vis-lightpool-taillight.md) - [Illuminated Cycling Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/illuminated-cycling-helmet.md) - [Color-Changing Clipless Pedals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clipless-pedals.md) - [Nighttime Limited Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nocturne-bike.md) - [Low-Maintenance Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mocci-magic-ride.md)