# Crotch Crash Cushions The Stemie Bike Pad Protects Groins from Painful Impacts By Meghan Young | Published 2010-10-15 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stemie-bike-pad References: [neatorama](http://www.neatorama.com/2010/10/14/a-device-to-prevent-genital-injuries-when-crashing-a-bicycle/) & [stemie](http://www.stemie.com/buy.html) The Stemie bike pad is definitely a great item for clumsy bikers. As the name cutely suggests, it cushions the bike stem so in the unfortunate event of a [crash](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canyon-deflectr-rls-helmet), the biker will be able to protect his groin from a painful impact. Sold for $19, the Stemie bike pad is available in a slew of colors. Ideal for [bike polo matches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/radian-wingman), the Stemie bike pad will guarantee your safety no matter what the occasion may be for riding. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 42% | Activity: 42% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Bike Safety Gadgets:** There is potential to create other gadgets that prioritize bike safety and help prevent accidents, such as helmets and bike lights - **Sport Protective Gear:** The concept of protective gear can be expanded to other sports and activities, providing a range of affordable options to fans and athletes - **Crash-friendly Accessories:** Advancement in materials science could lead to the creation of crash-friendly accessories that are both stylish and safe ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Sporting Goods Industry:** Bike pads, protective gear, and accessories could be an opportunity for established players in the sporting goods industry to enter a new market - **Safety Equipment Industry:** There is potential for new entrants to the safety equipment industry to develop affordable and practical gadgets for everyday use - **Material Science Industry:** Research and development in materials science could change the game for safety accessories and open up new markets ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cork Bicycle Seats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cork-bicycle-seat.md) - [Airbag Cyclist Safety Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aerobag-system.md) - [Crash-Detecting Commuter Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/specialized-tone-commuter-helmet.md) - [Brain-Protecting Wearable Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brainprotecting-wearable-device.md) - [Custom-Fit 3D-Printed Bike Seats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/personomic-saddle.md) - [E-Bike-Centric Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pedelec-2-ace.md) - [Airbag-Deploying Travel Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stan-airbag.md) - [Protective Airbag Jeans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mocycle.md) - [Sweat-Blocking Cyclist Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rockbros-bike-sweat-guard.md)