About this project
Bike Theft - The absolute worst case of petty theft in the world, and it happens every day, to people who LOVE their bikes. We have been working to solve that problem.
We have received a provisional Utility Patent for our product that we are calling BikeBeFound. The unit will contain a small, rechargeable GPS tracking device and cell unit that is attached inside the bicycle. This small, hidden device will be registered to the bicycle owner with their smartphone app. Once registered, the bicycle owner can On Demand ask "where is my bike?".
As well, the unit will contain an alarm that, when activated, will scream if the bike is moved or the unit is messed with in any way. A text will be sent to the registered smartphone as soon as the bike starts to move, and the application will be alerted if the user has it running. The alarm on the bike will stay active until the user turns it off with the smartphone app.
This project is aimed at both recovering stolen bikes, but more importantly preventing ALL bikes from being stolen. Once bikes start having this device hidden in them, potential thieves will not be able to tell if a bike is being tracked or not. No more stealing. We think this idea is very, very special, as it has potential to drastically alter the bike thieving of the world.
Our target price point for the Unit is under $100. This funding project has the goal of getting us to a completed, fully-functional prototype ready to put into manufacturing.
Our product design engineer is one of the best there is. He has worked on many major product designs, including GoPro cameras, Kindle, and many others.
We have existing relationships in all other facets, GPS, Cell technology, RFID, Smartphone development. Our team is solid, and with funding, we will make this world-changing product.
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pledged of $35,000 goal
Funding Canceled
Funding for this project was canceled by the project creator on March 8.
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"BikesBeFound Founder" sticker
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Level 1 plus "BikesBeFound Founder" t-shirt. Shirts will have conceptual language on back and will also read "Saving the world from Bike Thieves! You're welcome."
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Level 2 plus BikeGlow Safety Light
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Level 3 plus "BikesBeFound Founder" sweatshirt. Sweatshirts will have conceptual language on back and will also read "Saving the world from Bike Thieves! You're welcome."
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Level 4 plus BikeBeFound unit!!
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Seat on the Board with a vote. Ability to ensure that BikesBeFound continues in an altruistic direction providing a solution for bike riders that is quality and affordable.
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Connected as Chris Cobb (122 friends)
We are the creators of BikeGlow.. We took this idea from inception to product to success in the market and it is growing rapidly. Our leader has worked in Silicon Valley for over 15 years. We have the contacts to make the new BikeGlow with Integrated Tail Light unit happen. We think this project is very, very special, as it has potential to reduce bike accidents around the world.
Our product design engineer is one of the best there is. He has worked on many major product designs, including GoPro cameras, Kindle, and many others.
We have existing relationships in all other facets. Our team is solid, and with funding, we will make this awesome product.
