On the morning of March 16, key representatives from the cycling clubs of 15 well-known Beijing universities, including Peking University, China University of Political Science and Law, and Central University of Finance and Economics, visited Akino Company to engage in an in-depth exchange with the Akino team on cycling users’ product needs. During the nearly four-hour discussion, the cycling enthusiasts shared their first-hand experiences with the Akino team extensively—from their impressions of using existing Akino products, to recommendations for top-tier cycling gear, to deeper insights into their needs for cycling products across various environments and scenarios. They offered Akino many valuable suggestions, providing a solid basis for continuously improving product performance, enhancing professionalism, and increasing suitability in the future.
Key representatives from various cycling associations exchange ideas in the Akino meeting room
During this exchange, Akino was also honored to invite Mr. Mojito, founder of the renowned university cycling forum “YuRen Tribe.” Although he has already graduated, he continues to support the growth of various university cycling associations and is often referred to as the “godfather of university cycling clubs.” Drawing on his rich cycling experience and deep understanding of cycling gear, he delivered an engaging presentation on the theme of “Small Details, Big Future” to the Akino team and attending students, offering inspiring insights.
Mojito, founder of YuRen Tribe
Over the past year, what has left the deepest impression on people about Akino’s products has been the brand’s signature patchwork designs and striking color-blocking. During the tour of Akino’s new products, attendees continued to express appreciation for these distinctive design elements that embody the brand’s identity, while also proposing further optimization suggestions and sharing many functional details they’d like to see in future products. Xi Zi, a member of the DaWa Cycling Club at Central University of Finance and Economics, personally tried on Akino’s new women’s cycling windbreaker and praised its figure-hugging design, while also offering suggestions for adjusting the placement of the 3M reflective patterns to enhance safety.
Xi Zi in red discusses product features in detail with fellow attendees
Mojito has an in-depth exchange with Akino designers about every aspect of the product
During the excellent cycling gear sharing session, attendees from various cycling associations brought their favorite pieces of gear and shared with Akino designers and fellow cyclists the reasons behind their preferences, as well as unmet needs—offering many constructive ideas to inform the design and development of Akino’s future gear offerings.
Equipment enthusiast Lin Dayue from YeYe Cycling Club introduces his favorite gear
In the long-distance equipment conceptualization session, participants enthusiastically shared their ideas for gear suited to both long-distance and urban leisure cycling. These ideas stemmed from challenges they had faced with existing equipment during years of riding. Many discussed whether competition cycling jerseys are suitable for long rides, how to design knee areas on long-distance cycling pants, how to adjust cuffs and pant legs for increased comfort, which jerseys should have back pockets and where those pockets should be located, as well as needs and concepts related to wearable cycling devices.
Zhang Zijian from Beihang Voyager Cycling Club shares his cycling gear needs
Small Details, Big Future. The goal of this exchange event hosted by Akino was to deepen the team’s understanding of cycling enthusiasts, gain insight into what riders think and need from products, refine products through attention to detail, and shape the future with dedication. Akino hopes to develop more thoughtful and practical products for cycling enthusiasts with an even greater focus on detail in the future.
Cycling associations attending this exchange included Peking University Cycling Association, DaWa Cycling Club at Central University of Finance and Economics, DianLiu Cycling Club at North China Electric Power University, XiangYuan Society at China University of Labor Relations, WanLi Cycling Club at China University of Political Science and Law, YangGuang Cycling Club at China Agricultural University, YueYe Cycling Club at Beijing Forestry University, MengFeiYang Cycling Club at China Agricultural University, Speed Changer Cycling Club at Renmin University of China, DiDa Cycling Club at China University of Geosciences (Beijing), BIT Cycling Club at Beijing Institute of Technology, Beihang Cycling Club at Beihang University, BJTU Cycling Club at Beijing Jiaotong University, and MUC Cycling Club at Minzu University of China.Zhang Zhishao, former president of the China University of Geosciences (Wuhan) Cycling Association who recently graduated, also joined the exchange. In the future, Akino will continue to engage in dialogue with more university cycling enthusiasts and looks forward to more cycling associations joining Akino’s cycling family to share and grow together.