# Fatigue-Reducing Bicycle Stems The Kinekt Active Suspension Stem Alleviates Discomfort By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-02-14 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/suspension-stem References: [geeky-gadgets](https://www.geeky-gadgets.com/kinekt-bicycle-suspension-stem-13-02-2020/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/kinekt/kinekt-suspension-stem-smooth-out-every-ride) Riding a bike in urban areas or off-road environments means having to deal with [uneven terrain](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cycultra) that can quickly cause bodily discomfort, so the Kinekt Active Suspension Stem has been created to change this. The unit works by being integrated with your [existing bicycle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-handlebar) and will immediately go to work reducing the instance of vibrations while riding. This will in turn reduce sore wrists, numb hands, a stiff neck, tired elbows, tight shoulders and other problems that can come about from extended periods of cycling. The Kinekt Active Suspension Stem is likely to be a hit amongst the increasing number of consumers hitting [city streets on their bicycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mavaro) to avoid traffic congestion, decrease pollution and get around on the own terms. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 73% | Activity: 20% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Active Suspension Technology:** Advancements in active suspension technology are creating opportunities to improve the comfort and safety of various modes of transportation beyond bicycles. - **Urban Cycling Accessories:** The increasing popularity of urban cycling is creating a growing market for innovative accessories geared towards enhancing the riding experience. - **Personalized Comfort Solutions:** Products that offer personalized comfort solutions, such as the Kinekt Active Suspension Stem, have the potential to disrupt traditional product markets by meeting specific consumer needs. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Bicycle Industry:** The bicycle industry has the opportunity to integrate active suspension technology into new and existing products to enhance the cycling experience for consumers. - **Outdoor Sports Industry:** Outdoor sports companies can leverage active suspension technology to improve the comfort and safety of a variety of products, including skis, snowboards, and skateboards. - **Fitness Equipment Industry:** Active suspension technology has the potential to disrupt the fitness equipment industry by introducing new products that reduce strain and fatigue during exercise. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Shock-Absorbing Urban Bicycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urban-bicycles.md) - [Vibration-Absorbing Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beltdrive-ebike.md) - [Patented Vibration-Reducing E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dynamica.md) - [Functional All-Terrain Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diverge-str.md) - [Bump-Absorbing Electric Motorbikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/offroad-motorbikes.md) - [Rugged Full-Suspension E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fullsuspension-ebike.md) - [Comfort-Focused Stationary Bicycle Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fit-bike-s.md) - [Realistic Riding Exercise Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muoverti-tilt-indoor-smart-bike.md) - [Fat-Tire Suspension E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/k26-s.md)