Gotham Tail Light Announcement + Final Count Down
As the great singer/songwriter, Natalie Merchant, once said:
Oh, I want to thank you, thank you. Thank you, thank you. Thank you, thank you. Thank you, thank you. Thank you, thank you. Thank you, thank you. Thank you, thank you, Thank you... I want to thank you, thank you. Thank you, thank you. Thank you, thank you. Thank you, thank you...Lalalalalalala
And it's more than just the numbers, it's the enthusiasm.
In the past 59 days, we've been trading design ideas, bike stories, funny photos, and jokes with backers from Japan, Scotland, Argentina, Sweden, Israel...the list goes on.
We're sad to see the campaign end in 36 hours, but
this is just the beginning of a long, wild, bike journey that we'll take together. Here's what's next:
- Brad & Slava will drink 98+ beers (for each backer after 1000. Crap!).
- We are about to place our manufacturing order! Photos to come.
- We're designing a tail light. Input welcome: slavaatbikegothamcom
Stay in touch, let's be friends, and we'll let Natalie Merchant close this one out with her 1998 Pop Single (start at 1:20min mark).
1,175
Backers
$84,728
pledged of $18,000 goal
0
seconds to go
Funding period
Feb 15, 2012 -
Apr 14, 2012
- First created · 17 backed
- Slava Menn 1116 friends
Pledge $10 or more
24 backers
Gotham Water Bottles. Made with 24oz Specialized Water Bottles: BPA-free and anti-bacterial. The water bottle choice of the professional cyclists. (Intl backers pls add $5 for shipping).
Estimated delivery: May 2012Pledge $25 or more
33 backers
Gotham Bicycle Defense Industries T-Shirts Printed. on soft, form fitting, American Apparel. Choice of Gray or Black. We'll get your size upon order. (Intl backers pls add $5 for shipping).
Estimated delivery: May 2012Pledge $50 or more
713 backers
The Defender: Theft-Resistant Bike Light. Made of lightweight aluminum with using ultra-bright LEDs and 100 hours battery life. Will retail for about $70. (Intl backers pls add $10 for shipping).
Estimated delivery: Jun 2012Pledge $70 or more
126 backers
The Full Monty. A bundle with The Defender bike light, t-shirt, and water bottle. (Int'l backers please add $15 for shipping).
Estimated delivery: Jun 2012Pledge $90 or more
38 backers Limited (12 of 50 left)
Early-Bird Award! Be the first to get The Defender: Theft-Resistant Bike Light. We already placed a production order for the first batch and we'll be ready to ship just after the campaign ends. (Int'l backers pls add $10 for shipping).
Estimated delivery: May 2012Pledge $95 or more
123 backers
Two-Pack! Many of you have asked so we're offering two Defenders! If you want to order 3 or more, just message us. (Int'l backers pls add $15 for shipping).
Estimated delivery: Jun 2012Pledge $150 or more
7 backers Limited (3 of 10 left)
The Defender with Custom Engraving. Here at MIT, we know how to use lasers! So we'll engrave your name or any short custom message on The Defender. You can let us know later. (Int'l backers pls add $10 for shipping).
Estimated delivery: Jun 2012Pledge $160 or more
41 backers
*Just Released* Four-Pack! Many supporters give Defenders as gifts for bike riding friends so we're offering a Four-Pack. (Int'l backers pls add $18 for shipping).
Estimated delivery: Jun 2012Pledge $250 or more
20 backers All gone!
Limited Edition "Gunmetal Black" Defender with Serial Number. For our early supporters, we're making a limited edition run in a custom color: Gunmetal Black. Each light will have a unique serial number on it. It's going to look sweet. (Int'l backers pls add $10 for shipping).
Estimated delivery: Jun 2012Pledge $600 or more
10 backers Limited (10 of 20 left)
Bicycle Shop Starter Pack with 20 Defenders packaged for point of sale. Be the first Bike Shop in your area to carry the Gotham Bicycle Defense Industries Line. (Int'l backers, shipping cost depends on location. Let's talk.)
Estimated delivery: Jul 2012
Comments
Creator Michael Corcoran on April 25, 2012
Can't wait to get in on the Tail Light as well...!!