# Signalling Cyclist Sacks SEIL-Bag Projects Riders' Anticipated Movements to Improve Road Safety By Amelia Roblin | Published 2013-03-20 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seilbag References: [exhibition.ifdesign.de](http://exhibition.ifdesign.de/entrydetails_en?beitrag_id=107312) & [leemyungsu](http://www.leemyungsu.com/works.html) There's an unavoidable disparity between the way that vehicles and bicycles operate an communicate on the street, making products like the SEIL-Bag so valuable. This is a [knapsack that delivers signals to motorists](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inxects-vest) so that the wearer can pedal his course with a better sense of security. Made by the Lee Myung Su DesignLab of Seoul, this hi-tech backpack is the winner of a Red Dot Award and an iF Design Award. It integrates an [LED display](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electronic-handbags) that creates illuminated, pixelated symbols that function as indicators. A [compact wireless controller](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bryton-gardia-r300l) can be used by the cyclist to input turning signals before he changes course. Alternatively, a smartphone app lets you send other images to be exhibited on the SEIL-Bag for fun or decoration. Photo Credits: [Yanko Design](http://www.yankodesign.com/2013/03/12/top-32-favorites-from-2013-if-design-award/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 75% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Smart Wearable Signal Systems:** The concept of products that communicate signals of cyclists' moves to prevent accidents, can be evolved. - **Interactive and Remote Controlled Accessories:** Accessories which can be remotely controlled through devices and offer novel functions, is a disruptive innovation waiting to be explored. - **LED Technology-embedded Wearables:** Wearables that are embedded with LED technology have a wide variety of innovative uses and consumers seeking unique designs. ### Who This Affects Most - **Cycling Equipment:** Cycling equipment manufacturers can collaborate with tech companies to develop 'smart' tool kits that cater to growing demands of cyclists. - **Consumer Electronics:** With the rise of the connected, IoT landscape, wearables and other devices that offer an interactive and remote controlled experience are ideal for consumer electronics manufacturers to develop and market. - **Led-based Technologies:** Companies already producing LED-based systems and displays can enter into the smart wearables market to capitalize on this growing trend. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Gesture-Controlled Turn Signal Armbands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flasher-armbands.md) - [Cyclist Safety Light Projectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bike-safety-device.md) - [Tech-Enhanced Safety Bike Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rear-bike-light.md) - [Airbag Cyclist Safety Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aerobag-system.md) - [Airbag-Deploying Travel Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stan-airbag.md) - [Omnidirectional Bike Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vis-lightpool-taillight.md) - [Tech-Visible Bike Reflectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/radian-wingman.md) - [Award-Winning High-Performance Bike Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highperformance-bike-light.md) - [Commuter-Focused Reflected Bag Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reflected-bag.md)