# Inclusive Race Tricycles The Velo Handcycle is Designed for Cyclists With Leg Paralysis By Michael Hines | Published 2010-08-14 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velo-handcycle References: [walyou](http://www.walyou.com/blog/2010/08/11/velo-handcycle/) & [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/gallery/VAlo/595741) Folks with [lower leg paralysis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leaning-wheelchair) may be the fastest riders on the road if the Velo Handcycle is ever developed. This [concept tricycle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meet-one-trike-tour) from Gerardo Leon is designed to be [lightweight](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/activcycle) and race-ready. The body of the Velo Handcycle would be made of fiberglass and feature some awesome futuristic styling. Upper body strength would definitely be a must here, as the Velo Handcycle is powered solely by the arms. Hopefully this trike gets developed sooner rather than later. Speedy cycling is for everyone, after all. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 55% | Activity: 58% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Disability-friendly Sports Equipment:** There is a growing trend towards creating sports equipment that is designed to accommodate people with disabilities. - **Innovative Recreational Technologies:** The development of new technologies is enabling the creation of innovative recreational equipment and expanding the range of possible activities. - **Race-optimized Tricycles:** Optimizing tricycle designs specifically for racing can lead to new and exciting advancements in the field of cycling. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Sporting Goods Manufacturing:** Sporting goods manufacturers can take advantage of new materials and design techniques to create more inclusive and technologically advanced products. - **Recreation and Fitness:** As people seek out more diverse and engaging forms of recreation and exercise, businesses that specialize in these areas have an opportunity to expand their offerings to cater to people with disabilities. - **Assistive Technology:** The development of assistive technologies is an important field that has the potential to improve the quality of life for people with disabilities, and the Velo Handcycle is a great example of a new and innovative product in this industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Modular Powered Wheelchair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wheelchair-hand-cycle.md) - [Rowing-Style Recumbent Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/varibike-extreme.md) - [Recumbent Electric Trikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recumbent-electric-trike.md) - [Accessibility-Promoting Electric Quadricycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-quadricycle.md) - [Customizable Senior E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hase-bikes-trigo-up-e.md) - [Comfortable Electric Tricycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/two-front-wheel-electric.md) - [Electric Three-Wheeled Bicycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kettwiesel-one-plus.md) - [Futuristic Electric Tricycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yamaha-tricera.md) - [Wearable Electric Three-Wheelers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wearable-electric-threewheeler.md)