# Street-Art Infused Bicycles The Ucon x 8bar Federleicht Bike is Stylish and Sustainable By Jana Pijak | Published 2013-11-12 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ucon-x-8bar References: [fuckingyoung.es](http://fuckingyoung.es/ucon-x-8bar-federleicht-bike/) & [8bar-bikes](http://8bar-bikes.com/) The [Ucon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ucon-acrobatics-sustainable-backpacks) x 8bar ‘Federleicht’ bike features a design concept that is both a stylish and eco-conscious choice for urban consumers. The two Berlin-based brands have collaborated for the last year to create this [sustainable two-wheeler](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ethunder) that boasts a truly unique aesthetic. The bicycle features hand-crafted parts and elegant details that include an all black design accented by a vividly colored illustration. Inspired by urban street art compositions, the Ucon x 8bar ‘Federleicht’ bike celebrates the progressive and [collaborative energy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urban-b200) and spirit of Berlin. While the founder of 8bar aims to create quality bicycles for racing enthusiasts like himself, Ucon's founders Jochen and Martin have developed a lifestyle brand that puts a great deal of focus on creativity, quality, and ethical production practices. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 93% | Activity: 84% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) > [Transportation](https://www.trendhunter.com/transportation) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Street-art Inspired Bicycles:** Opportunity for bike manufacturers to incorporate urban street art aesthetics into their designs. - **Sustainable Urban Transportation:** Opportunity for the development of more eco-friendly and stylish bicycles for urban consumers. - **Collaborative Brand Partnerships:** Opportunity for brands to collaborate and create unique and aesthetically appealing products. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Bicycle Manufacturing:** There is potential for bike manufacturers to embrace sustainable and stylish designs, drawing inspiration from street art and collaborating with other brands. - **Urban Mobility:** The demand for sustainable urban transportation options is growing, prompting the development of innovative and eco-friendly bikes with unique aesthetic features. - **Lifestyle Brands:** Collaboration with other brands presents an opportunity for lifestyle brands to offer products that combine creativity, quality, and ethical production practices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sleek Bicycle Store Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bicycle-store.md) - [Carbon Fiber Urban eBikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carbonfiber-urban-ebikes.md) - [Naturalistic Plant-Based Bicycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/astan-bike.md) - [Collaborative Artistic Bicycle Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/david-carson.md) - [Connected Agile Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urtopia-carbon-one.md) - [Limited-Edition Two-Speed Folding Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twospeed-folding-bike.md) - [Upcycled Bag Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freitag-x-tudes-studio.md) - [Lightweight Eco-Friendly Bicycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/srapide.md) - [Urban Environment Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chord.md)