# Self-Securing Bicycles The SPiNe City Bike is Designed with a Built-In Lock By Michael Hines | Published 2011-12-05 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spine-city-bike References: [designbuzz](http://www.designbuzz.com/spine-city-bike-handy-virtually-theft-proof.html) & [coroflot](http://www.coroflot.com/spectorr) Bike lock makers will want to pay close attention to the progress of the Ronen Spector's SPiNe City Bike. The SPiNe City Bike is a [conceptual bike designed](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rcyl-bike) with a [built-in bike lock](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bosch-battery-lock). The lock is designed so that no matter where you go, you will always have a bike lock handy. The SPiNe City Bike gets its unique name from its included lock that looks like a spinal cord. The lock runs from the handlebars to the seat when not in use and is opened using a key. When you need to lock up your bike, simply [find a pole or tree](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/draken-bicycle-stand) and wrap the spine around it. The spine connects to the right handlebar and locks into place. The SPiNe City Bike has been designed to destroy itself should a thief attempt to make off with your bike. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 83% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Built-in Bike Locks:** Opportunity for bike manufacturers to incorporate built-in locks, enhancing convenience and reducing theft. - **Self-destructing Security:** Opportunity for security companies to design products that self-destruct when theft is attempted. - **Smart Transportation:** Opportunity to integrate connected technology into transportation devices for enhanced security features. ### Where This Applies - **Bicycle Manufacturing:** Bicycle manufacturers can create innovative products with built-in security features. - **Security:** Security firms can develop high-tech solutions that self-destruct when tampering is detected. - **Connected Technology:** Tech companies can integrate smart security features into transportation devices for an added layer of safety. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Collapsible Ultra-Secure Bike Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-lock.md) - [Three-in-One Bike Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multifunctional-bike-lock.md) - [Indestructible Bike Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foldylock-forever.md) - [Helmet-Friendly Bike Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abus-combiflex-travelguard.md) - [Helmet-Secured Bike Prototypes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/on-board-helmet.md) - [Discreet Connected Bike Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laas-olock.md) - [Slap-Band-Inspired Bike Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slapstick-smart-bicycle-lock.md) - [Compact Foldable City Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pop-cycle.md) - [Real-Time Monitoring Bike Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elios-crossover-lock.md)