# Shoe-Affixed Flashlights These LED Shoe Lights Provide Illumination During Nighttime Walks or Jogs By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-04-08 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shoe-light References: [7gadgets](http://www.7gadgets.com/2016/04/08/the-path-illuminating-shoe-lights/123765) & [hammacher](http://www.hammacher.com/Product/Default.aspx?sku=88494&promo=Category-NewArrivals&catid=60&PID=3227429&source=cj&utm_source=Affiliate&utm_medium=CPA&utm_campaign=CJ) Holding a flashlight while out for a walk isn't convenient when it comes to walking or jogging, so the LED Shoe Lights is designed to be affixed onto your footwear. The ultra-light design aesthetic of the flashlights allow them to be installed onto shoes with ease, while the water-resistant design helps protect them if inclement weather occurs. Aside from offering a light throw of up to 15-meters in front of the user, the LED Shoe Lights also provide a flashing red indicator at the back. This alerts vehicles and other people around you of your presence to ensure maximum safety. The lights feature built-in rechargeable batteries that will provide between four and eight hours of use before needing to be recharged. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 61% | Activity: 54% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Wearable Lighting Solutions:** The rise of wearables has created an opportunity for innovative lighting solutions built into clothing and footwear. - **Outdoor Safety Gadgets:** Gadgets that ensure outdoor safety will continue to grow in popularity in outdoor and fitness markets. - **Eco-friendly Lighting Technology:** As environmental concerns grow, the development of eco-friendly lighting technology presents an open market for innovation. ### Who This Affects Most - **Sportswear:** Sportswear companies can integrate wearable lighting into their clothing and footwear for exercise enthusiasts. - **Outdoor Equipment and Apparel:** Outdoor equipment and apparel companies can benefit from the trend towards outdoor safety gadgets to create new product lines. - **Sustainable Technology:** Companies in the sustainable technology industry can explore innovative ways to incorporate eco-friendly lighting technology into their offerings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Waist-Worn Runner Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nitecore-ut05-waist-light.md) - [Sleek Illuminating Runner Belts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lumabelt.md) - [Clipping Strap-Free Headlamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nebo-einstein-cap-light.md) - [Magnetic Athlete Safety Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scoutlite-blinko.md) - [Gesture-Controlled Turn Signal Armbands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flasher-armbands.md) - [Performance Running Headlamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biolite-headlamp-dash-450.md) - [Color-Changing Clipless Pedals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clipless-pedals.md) - [LED Light-Integrated Running Belts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-lumabelt.md) - [Automatic Illumination Flashlights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bullet2.md)