Who Rides Faraday?
Our awesome Kickstarter backers have purchased their 2013 Porteurs for a wide range of reasons – from staying active as a baby boomer, to sweat-free commuting, to simply increasing cargo load and distance for errand-running. Below, we’ve highlighted a few responses from around the country:
Baby Boomers: “I am 63 years old and I want to enjoy biking as I always have - I look forward to the excellent assist the Faraday will give me! I am a true baby boomer that will stay active for a long time!” – Jean from Portland, OR
Conscious Commuters: “I bought my Faraday so I can ride sweat-free to work, my bag on my bike and looking stylish. I have always loved functional city bikes and love that the Faraday has built-in lights that I don't have to remove when I stop or remember to turn on/off or recharge. I also love supporting a new type of Eco-conscious transportation, one of the few believable ways we can have more people in less space with less carbon footprint.” – Darius from San Francisco, CA
Errand Runners: “I purchased the Faraday firstly for around-town riding, so I can run longer errands, with more cargo, in a larger range without worrying about hills or bus schedules…my hope is that after I get more comfortable on my bike, I can join my husband and father and brother on the longer, more challenging day tours they take.” – Valerie from Portland, OR
Design Lovers: “All my hardcore design/biker friends scoff at eBikes, but finally said, ‘ok, you can get that one!’” –John from Seattle, WA What type of Faraday rider are you? Follow our progress (UPDATE: $100,000 raised in 7 days!) and spread the word: a pedal revolution is brewing!
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- First created · 3 backed
- Adam Vollmer 412 friends
- Website: faradaybikes.com
Pledge $5 or more
63 backers
Our eternal gratitude expressed on a beautiful Faraday postcard, along with a thank-you tweet!
Estimated delivery: Aug 2012Pledge $15 or more
79 backers
11"x14" poster featuring the original graphic art of designer Martin Kay. Screen printed in San Francisco on high-quality paper. Choose from 1 of 3 prints. (US shipping included. Please add $25 for International shipping)
Estimated delivery: Sep 2012Pledge $35 or more
96 backers
Faraday T-shirt featuring Martin's graphic art. Screen printed in San Francisco on an American Apparel tee. (US shipping included. Please add $25 for International shipping)
Estimated delivery: Sep 2012Pledge $100 or more
27 backers Limited (73 of 100 left)
Limited edition framed Faraday poster featuring the watercolor artwork of SF artist Chris McNally. Digitally printed locally in San Francisco on high quality paper. (US shipping included. Please add $60 for International shipping)
Estimated delivery: Sep 2012Pledge $150 or more
5 backers
The very same iconic CNC machined aluminum chain guard featured on the 2013 Faraday Porteur. Available in 40, 42, or 46 tooth sizes to fit any standard 130mm crankset. Includes a Shimano chainring (and chainring bolts) to ensure proper alignment. (US shipping included. Please add $25 for International shipping)
Estimated delivery: Oct 2012Pledge $250 or more
4 backers Limited (16 of 20 left)
Limited edition set of Faraday ash fenders. Handmade and steam bent by Yvonne Mouser and Adam Reineck of San Francisco's New Factory. Available in 26" or 700c. (US shipping included. Please add $60 for International shipping)
Estimated delivery: Sep 2012Pledge $3,500 or more
46 backers Limited (204 of 250 left)
Your very own 2013 Faraday Porteur. The ultimate electric propelled utility bicycle, at $300 below next year's retail price. Two travel chargers included - one for home, and one for work (or play). Available in S,M,L (please see sizing chart below). You'll also get your own silk screened t-shirt AND one of Chris's limited edition, framed Faraday prints. (We're very sorry, but international shipping is not available at this time.)
Estimated delivery: Apr 2013Pledge $10,000 or more
0 backers Limited (5 of 5 left)
This is the collector's edition 2013 Faraday Porteur - an authentic replica of the design that won the Oregon Manifest. The frame will be hand-crafted and fillet brazed by Paul Sadoff of Rock Lobster Cycles, the master framebuilder who built our competition bike. It will feature the same handmade, steam bent, ash fenders and hand-stitched leather grips as the original version. We'll spare no expense in building this bicycle with the finest components available, just like the original. Custom colors are available upon request. Two travel chargers included. Delivery is included or, if you like, you may come pick it up and enjoy your first ride with the founders of Faraday Bicycles in Palo Alto, CA. (We're very sorry, but international shipping is not available at this time.)
Estimated delivery: Apr 2013
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