# $2000 Two-Wheelers The Curvy Vanhulsteijn Bicycle Comes at a Hefty Price By Matt Ho | Published 2011-01-20 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vanhulsteijn-bicycle References: [coolmaterial](http://coolmaterial.com/rides/vanhulsteijn-bicycles/) & [vanhulsteijn](http://www.vanhulsteijn.com/website/#/bikes/project1/0) I can understand when someone wants to splurge on an expensive car, but I'm curious as to who would spend $2000 on a [high-end bike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pvy-max26) such as the Vanhulsteijn Bicycle. The Vanhulsteijn Bicycle is one beautiful curvy bike built with stainless steel, a two-speed Sturmey Archer kick shift and three-speed coaster brakes. This is one beautiful bicycle that bike-enthusiasts are sure to to appreciate. **Implications** - As consumers becoming increasingly more aware of environmental destruction, they are focusing on adopting more eco-friendly practices. Many are changing their modes of transportation and opting for "cleaner" and greener options; they are willing to pay more than ever for alternate modes, as they are abolishing their gas-guzzling cars. Companies can focus on creating [luxury eco-friendly modes of transportation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-electric-mountain-bike) for eco-conscious consumers that still want to appear stylish. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 64% | Activity: 90% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Eco-friendly Transportation:** Creating luxury eco-friendly modes of transportation for eco-conscious consumers that still want to appear stylish. ### Where This Applies - **Bicycles:** Developing high-end bicycles that are not only functional but also visually appealing. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Luxury Electric Bike Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-ce-02.md) - [Customizable Aluminum-Cast Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heavy-bikes-hypocrite.md) - [Prodigally Priced Commuter E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prodigallypriced-commuter-ebikes.md) - [Luxury British E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/extreme-600.md) - [Bamboo Electric City Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bamboo-electric-city.md) - [Bespoke Steel E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steel-ebike.md) - [Bespoke Mountain Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unique-mountain-bike.md) - [Affordable Premium E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/856st.md) - [Innovative eBike Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/innovative-ebike.md)