# Chic Folding Bicycles The 'One' Actually Looks Fantastic By varkeychaya | Published 2008-04-18 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-one-finally-a-goodlooking-folding-cycle References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/index.php/2007/03/05/one-folding-bicycle-by-thomas-owen/) Look at the numerous [folding cycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bromptons-g-line) which we have seen in the past and one look at the 'ONE' will make you drool. Folding cycles have finally become a style statement and we definitely won't be embarrassed to carry one around. The 'One' looks ravishingly fresh, but leave looks aside this folding cycle also comes with a [power assist](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velotric-fold-1) to allow you to cruise around with ease as well as style. When folded, the cycle transforms itself into a smooth, light and [compact case](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mirider-24-gb3) with no protruding parts for you to snag on. The designer Thomas Owen has really done himself proud. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 73% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Stylish Folding Bicycles:** The trend of folding bicycles that are fashionable and attractive is growing, presenting opportunities for designers and manufacturers to combine style and practicality. - **Electric Folding Bicycles:** The trend of combining folding bicycles with electric power assistance is increasing, offering convenient and eco-friendly transportation options. - **Compact Transportation Solutions:** The trend of creating compact transportation solutions that are easy to carry and store is on the rise, presenting opportunities for innovative product designs. ### Where This Applies - **Bicycle Industry:** The bicycle industry can take advantage of the growth in stylish and electric folding bicycles to expand their product lines and tap into new markets. - **Urban Transportation Industry:** The urban transportation industry can benefit from the trend of compact transportation solutions by exploring innovative ways to create and market more portable and efficient vehicles. - **Design Industry:** The design industry can seize the opportunity to create attractive and easy-to-use transportation products that combine style and practicality, satisfying their customers' needs and preferences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ultra-Compact Foldable Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onebot-s2.md) - [Adventurous Folding Bike Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flatbike-change-adventure.md) - [Fast-Folding E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/btwin-e-fold-900.md) - [Stylized Foldable E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gocycle-g4i.md) - [Compact Foldable E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ox1.md) - [German Foldable Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fold-hybrid.md) - [Compact Foldable City Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pop-cycle.md) - [First-Model Folding Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hiboy-c1.md) - [Smart Foldable E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mihogo-one.md)