Would you use this product?

[ChestnutHunter]

I am currently in the process of my University Final Year business module and have been given the task of coming up with and pitching a new product. My group and I have come up with a cup holder that can be attached to stable doors, arena fencing etc so that the horse won't knock those important cups of tea or coffee off whilst plaiting, giving no need to balance the instructors mug on the arena fence during lessons etc. Although potentially a silly idea we think it would be actually quite useful for around the yard!

The holder would sit on a coaster-like base, with adjustable sliding clips on the bottom to adjust for a variety of surfaces. There would be a stem upwards and a 'clip' system to secure the mug.

The next task is market research.. I would be hugely grateful if anybody could possibly answer a few short quick questions on the following link so that the data can be considered for our work task!

https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/JQ68H8M

 

[tangoharvey]

Omg I can't tell you how many mugs get smashed on our yard!!!

 

[dreambigpony]

Good idea... Only thing I would worry about is my horse burning her nose being so intrigued by something on her stable door.

 

[Art Nouveau]

Yes please, brilliant idea. Any chance of getting a design in production for Christmas?

 

[happyclappy]

Now that would be great Christmas Present. We just don't drink on the yard.

 

[sarahann1]

Yes, yes, yes! I take travel mugs of tea and leave them balanced on my wee cupboard outside my stable, but it's in prime position to get knocked over.

 

[SHCC]

Yes! Most definitely YES!! And can we have an adaptation for use in the lorry too please?

 

[flirtygerty]

Can think of a few people who would appreciate one

 

[cundlegreen]

Any chance of an incorporated lid to keep out flies, and more disgusting stuff getting in??

 

[case895]

I use a standard travel mug and put it on the floor or on the cupboard top. At a pinch, I could secure it to the stable bars using the tie up baling twine loop.

 

[AmieeT]

Yes, I would- provided it had a lid as suggested!! I take a big flask of tea, and a small bottle of milk and a Thermos, but I've knocked the Thermos over so many times!!

Ax

 

[exmoorponyprincess1]

Done - another one here who hopes it might be ready for Xmas! I did think like others a lid would be good but maybe more like an integrated flap that easily pops down over the top of the mug so you don't need to constantly twist the lid off every time you want a drink? Blooming brilliant idea though!

 

[Scarlett]

Yes, definitely! I'm forever losing cups of tea because I've got nowhere to sit them. Something that would allow me to keep it safe on my stable door would be amazing!

 

[Happy Hunter]

Definitely a promising idea - maybe for stocking filler next year??

i dont actually drink tea or coffee and i'm still interested!

 

[LadyGascoyne]

Good idea!

 

[BeingKate]

yeeees I'd use that! Also would be great for people in other professions too where they aren't sat at a desk and are on the move. Sounds fab

** Edited to say - I did the survey, hope it helps, I suggested an "extender" for biscuits haha.

 

[ChestnutHunter]

Huge response, massive thank you to all those who have replied!!

 

[mightymammoth]

yes can you keep us posted so we can buy one!

 

[mightymammoth]

get on dragons den!

 

[Voxhorse]

Done! go on Dragons Den, hope to see you & the product there soon & yes I would buy one!

 

[twobearsarthur]

I would definately want one. Sounds like such a good idea. I would buy for presents too 😄

 

[Doormouse]

Yes! Most definitely YES!! And can we have an adaptation for use in the lorry too please?

That would be great, I'm fed up with spilling hot coffee all over myself driving the lorry.

 

[Equi]

Im really confused...just put you tea in a water bottle?

 

[MissMoo]

Im really confused...just put you tea in a water bottle?

For me, that would get cold far too quickly. I love my insulated mugs (have a number of them!)

OP - I like the concept, good idea!

 

[Sealine]

In principle I like the idea but I think you need to sell and market this as a cup and cup holder together. I make my cuppa at home in an insulated travel mug and take it to the farm with me where I drink it whilst mucking out, grooming, tacking-up etc as it stays hot for an hour or so. Travel mug prevents any bits getting into my drink. You could sell the holder with a normal mug designed to fit the holder or with a travel mug.