REMYXX are one of a kind completely Landfill-Free Sneakers™ that represent design, fashion, and eco-accountability™. Read more
REMYXX are one of a kind completely Landfill-Free Sneakers™ that represent design, fashion, and eco-accountability™.
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About this project
With an innovative product like no other in the industry, a cause for eco-smart awareness, and closed-loop sustainability, REMYXX is catching a lot of interest as it changes the way we think about sneakers and green living. Check out the press below. And please like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter.
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In a live TV interview on CNN Headline News with Jane Velez Mitchell, Jane gets the REMYXX mission and she loves the sneakers!
Ecouterre highlights REMYXX with a dedication to sustainable fashion and the value of their social and environmental impact, from the cultivation of its fibers to its use and disposal.
On the ABC hit business reality TV show Shark Tank, REMYXX gets approval from fashion & branding expert Daymond John (as of June 25 the TV deal did not close where Daymond is available advising REMYXX as the brand grows).
Eco-blogger, Organic Cents details the ins & outs of the REMYXX story from Shark Tank, to marketing, to manufacturing, to future success.
Celebrity fashion blogger Perez Hilton says REMYXX sneakers are FAB.
The LA Times digs the REMYXX kicks and the eco-fix.
With an emotional moment, Shark Tank blogger calls REMYXX founder, Gary Gagnon the “American Dad” in regard to starting a business for the future of his two boys.
Trend Hunter Eco agrees with REMYXX’s eco effort.
Hella Wella, website on healthy living, gives props to REMYXX.
DeFyNewYork sneaker blogger Q & A on the complete REMYXX story.
Closet of Style fashion expert blogger calls for REMYXX success.
A radio "Funding the Dream" interview covering the REMYXX launch strategy, use of Kickstarter, TV, press, successful funding, tips, and what is next.
It is a fun post about the younger high school days of REMYXX founder, Gary Gagnon.
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The Importance
With more than 300 million pairs of shoes thrown away last year, in the U.S. alone (soles4souls.org), REMYXX™ is taking matters into their own feet.
It is with an uncommon marketability and distinct fashion that REMYXX are Sneakers with a Purpose™. The mission is not only to deliver an enjoyable sustainable sneaker, but also to advocate and initiate improvements in recycling. REMYXX are to be worn proudly as a means to share your eco-enthusiasm and instill the importance of products, companies, and individual behaviors that promote and demonstrate good recycling and a green-lifestyle
The Product
REMYXX cool sneakers 100% recyclable are the world’s first and only completely Landfill-Free Sneakers™. With one target in mind, REMYXX hits two critical marks as our sneakers address the importance of recycling by dressing the feet in style. REMYXX are casual comfortable lifestyle sneakers, in strong colors with clever designs for mass appeal to all types, ages, and genders. They are manufactured using a unique mix of materials that look and feel like canvas and rubber but are made entirely from a special blend of lab certified recyclable materials. With the recycling symbol prominently displayed on the uppers and the bottom sole you can tell the world that you choose to walk the green-way supporting eco-friendly behaviors for a sustainable future. It also tells the collection agencies and recycling processors what they can do with REMYXX in their second-life. Ultimately, at the end of their lifecycle, all parts of REMYXX, can be “remyxx-ed” to make new products and materials, including a new pair of REMYXX.
First Launch REMYXX Designs
At all sneaker level rewards, backers will choose from the four designs above at the end of the kickstarter project date. You will receive an email survey asking for your design selection(s) and your shoe size(s), whole sizes only, and your shipping address. Note- if minimums are not met on any one particular design, it may be necessary to ask you to re-choose.
And to specifically receive the Signature Green edition pictured below, backers need to pledge their reward at $76, $107, or $151 and above, that this favorite of favs design is only available at certain reward levels.
REMYXX Signature Green edition
The Reward Details
Essentially on KickStarter your pledge is a pre-sale where I am able to process your order now to produce the goods for a later delivery, all with a better consumer value. You get in on the first ever REMYXX production, I eagerly move from an idea to a running business, and, WE do it all in the name of better recycling and eco-responsibility. It is a win-win-win.
Note- For all rewards delivering in the contiguous U.S., shipping is included. For Backers outside of the contiguous U.S., please add $20.00 to your pledge for additional shipping.
Rewards Images & Sneaker Packs
The Money
In great appreciation of your Kickstarter pre-order, the money raised here with a fully-funded project will go towards:
- Tooling - outsole molds, cutting dies, printing plates, and screens. Each size sneaker has its own mold and tooling need. ($17,500)
- Material & Inventory - special blended raw materials and the first ever production run inventory. Fact is, to make a completely recyclable sneaker is not easy. Most material is special order with higher than usual minimums. It is this inventory that will officially get REMYXX into the marketplace, plus, it will be used to fill the rewards to all $65 or higher backers. ($11,200)
- The "Extra" Rewards - aside from the sneakers, funds here will cover REMYXX branded tee-shirts, tote bags, and stickers. ($4,800)
- Reward Shipping - estimated shipping to all my wonderful U.S. backers. Backers outside of the contiguous U.S. please add $20 to your reward amount. ($3,600)
- Kickstarter Fees - Kickstarter charges a 5% service fee and Amazon Payments charges 2% for credit card processing. ($2,597)
Note- no pledge will be "cashed" (your credit card will not be charged) unless the total campaign goal of $39,697 is reached.
Thank you for liking my sneakers, making eco-smart decisions, and believing in me to support the REMYXX effort.
more designs and colors available soon . . . . .
FAQ
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With a fully-funded project (or more) I will be able to run tooling to make sizes for men, women, and youth. The sizes will be: Men-6,7,8,9,10,11,12. Women-6,7,8,9,10,11,12. Youth-4,5,6,7,8,9,10. The sizing model is the same as you would wear as Charles Hollis Taylor, aka "Chuck Taylor" wore as one of the first basketball sneakers in 1917. REMYXX is also said to be true to size, not narrow, not wide, but on the roomier-side. And at the end of the kickstarter project, you will receive an email asking for your specific shoe size(s), whole sizes only, design selection, and other details.
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At the close of this pre-sales campaign, with a fully-funded project, to all backers, I will send a survey where you will fill in your sneaker size, sneaker color choice, mailing address, and tee-shirt size.
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After the project closes in June I will start the sneaker manufacturing process. The first step is to order my special-run raw goods that will make the upper textile material and the outsole rubber-type material. Both processes each take about 30 days. At that same time, my tooling factory will make outsole molds for each size being offered. Only following can I begin printing my designs followed by cutting, stitching, building, and finishing. Understanding I do not have any materials pre-made and manufacturing is across 4 factories, we must complete most steps before moving onto the next. Additionally I will quality check a first article on each design and verify sizes making this first production a longer lead-time than will be in the future.
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You can see the 4 styles available in The First Launch Design Choices section above. The plan is to run each of these 4 designs as have been found to be market-tested favorites. At the end of the kickstarter project, you will receive an email asking for your specific selection(s). Note- if minimums are not met on any one particular design, it may be necessary that I ask you to re-choose a more popular selection. Additionally at some reward levels the Signature Green edition is available.
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My video was made by Boomer Alred, a professional director of photography, technical master, and a fantastic guy with 20+ years in the industry. He is a specialist in his field with amazing talents as a director, strategist, and teacher. By all means, if you are looking for a skilled professional, insider tips, and or to get into the business, find Boomer at: http://www.boomeralred.com/. If you are interested in a career as a filmmaker, you can learn from Boomer at: http://www.lightscameraclassroom.com/. Thank you Boomer!!!
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Hey All, My name is Kara and I want to share with you on the comfort and wear of REMYXX. In a special "test" release from Gary I can honestly tell you that REMYXX are sooooo comfortable. I wear them almost everyday. They are probably the most comfortable shoes I have ever owned, like my Uggs. They break-in right away, very soft, no rubbing. And with my high arches, I usually have trouble finding comfy shoes. I have no problem with REMYXX. I love them!!!
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> the $1 reward is to show that you will do your best to recycle more and to make eco-smart decisions.
> the $5 reward is a "reduce, reuse, REMYXX" bumper sticker.
> the $10 reward is a "reduce, reuse, REMYXX" reusable tote bag.
> the $20 reward is the REMYXX short-sleeve tee-shirt.
> the $35 reward is the sticker, the tote bag, and the short sleeve tee shirt.
> the $65 reward is one pair of REMYXX sneakers chosen from the 4 styles as shown in First Launch REMYXX Designs. No other goodies included.
> the $75 reward is the one pair of sneakers chosen from the 4 styles as shown in First Launch REMYXX Designs, one tee-shirt, the tote bag, and the sticker. And your name will be posted on the REMYXX Founder's Wall page/blog.
> the $76 reward is one pair of the Signature Green REMYXX design sneakers. No other goodies included. And of course your name will be posted on the REMYXX Founder's Wall page/blog.
> the $100 reward is one pair of sneakers chosen from the 4 styles as shown in First Launch REMYXX Designs, one tee-shirt, the tote bag, the sticker, PLUS the long-sleeve-tee. And your name will be posted on the REMYXX Founder's Wall page/blog.
> the $107 reward is one pair of Signature Green sneakers, the short-sleeve-tee-shirt, tote-bag and sticker. And your name will be posted on the REMYXX Founder's Wall page/blog.
> the $125 reward is TWO PAIR of sneakers chosen from the 4 styles as shown in the First Launch REMYXX Designs. And your name will be posted on the REMYXX Founder's Wall page/blog. No other goodies included, and you cannot order the Signature Green design sneakers.
> the $150 reward is TWO pair of sneakers chosen from the 4 styles as shown in First Launch REMYXX Designs, one short-sleeve-tee, the tote bag, the sticker, and one long-sleeve-tee. And your name will be posted on the REMYXX Founder's Wall page/blog. You cannot order the Signature Green design sneakers.
> the $151 reward is one pair of sneakers chosen from the 4 styles as shown in the First Launch REMYXX Designs, one short-sleeve-tee, the tote bag, the sticker, and one pair of the Signature Green REMYXX design sneakers. And your name will be posted on the REMYXX Founder's Wall page/blog.
> the $170 reward is THREE pair of sneakers chosen from any of the 5 colors/designs offered, including the Signature Green edition. And your name to be posted on the REMYXX Founder's Wall page/blog. No other goodies.
> the $189 reward is a “sponsored” run that you get one pair of the Signature Green design, the short sleeve tee, tote, sticker, and your name will be posted on the REMYXX Founder's Wall page/blog.
> the $250 reward is TWO pair of sneakers chosen from any of the 5 colors/designs being offered, including the Signature Green edition, one short-sleeve-tee, the tote bag, the sticker, and the long-sleeve-tee. PLUS an INVITATION to the first REMYXX sponsored recycling/green event (to be named) where CELEBRITY appearances could be expected. And your name will be posted on the REMYXX Founder's Wall page/blog.
> the $350 reward FOUNDERS PACK is FIVE pair of sneakers chosen from any of the 5 colors/designs being offered, two short-sleeve-tee shirts, two tote bags, two stickers, and an invitation to the first REMYXX sponsored recycling/green event (to be named) where CELEBRITY appearances could be expected. And your name will be posted on the REMYXX Founder's Wall page/blog.
> the $500 reward is the Founders Pack reward of FIVE pair of sneakers chosen from any of the 5 colors/designs being offered, two short-sleeve-tee shirts, two tote bags, two stickers, plus GUEST OF HONOR RECOGNITION at the first REMYXX sponsored recycling/green event (to be named) where CELEBRITY appearances could be expected. And your name will be posted on the REMYXX Founder's Wall page/blog.
> the $1,000 reward is the Founders Pack reward of FIVE pair of sneakers chosen from any of the 5 colors/designs being offered, two short-sleeve-tee shirts, two tote bags, two stickers, plus an INVITATION to the AFTER PARTY following the first REMYXX sponsored recycling/green event (to be named) where CELEBRITY appearances could be expected. And your name will be posted on the REMYXX Founder's Wall page/blog.
Rewards
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Pledge $1 or more
25 backers
to show that you will do your best to recycle more and to make eco-smart decisions.
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Pledge $5 or more
17 backers
a "reduce, reuse, REMYXX" bumper sticker.
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Pledge $10 or more
13 backers
a "reduce, reuse, REMYXX" reusable tote bag.
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Pledge $20 or more
12 backers
a REMYXX short-sleeve tee-shirt. (see below for image)
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Pledge $35 or more
1 backer
for the above REMYXX gear. That is, the sticker, the tote bag, and the short sleeve tee. NOTE- you are not at the sneakers yet, keep going, you gotta get the sneakers, right!!!
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Pledge $65 or more
102 backers
one pair of REMYXX sneakers.
Backers will select their sneakers from 4 available designs/colors (see the 4 design choices below). Note- sizes may be limited, subject to change depending on funding, whole sizes only.Estimated delivery: -
Pledge $75 or more
158 backers
the $75 reward is the Shark Tank Special. This reward includes: one pair of sneakers, one tee-shirt, the tote bag, and the sticker, giving you a savings of $25 for your fantastic support and combined purchase. Plus your name will be posted on the REMYXX Founder's Wall, our web page/blog. (see this reward highlighted below)
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Pledge $76 or more
33 backers Limited (67 left of 100)
Signature Green EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: With a fantastic response and $34K+ secured in funding (June 5), I eagerly am now able to offer one of the favored REMYXX designs/colors that I could not offer before as the color is a bit more expensive. Such said, get in on the Signature Green style as pictured at $76 for the first 100 backers (does not included the tee-shirt or other goodies). And of course your name will be posted on our Founder's Wall page.
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Pledge $100 or more
25 backers
a REMYXX long-sleeve tee-shirt + ALL of the above. (see image below)
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Pledge $107 or more
1 backer
the $107 reward are the Signature Green sneakers with the REMYXX gear. In all, it is one pair of the Signature Green design sneakers (picture below) the short-sleeve-tee-shirt, tote-bag and sticker. And your name will be posted on the REMYXX Founder's Wall page/blog.
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Pledge $125 or more
4 backers
the $125 reward is TWO PAIR of sneakers (with a $5 savings) chosen from the 4 styles as shown in the First Launch REMYXX Designs. And your name will be posted on the REMYXX Founder's Wall page/blog. (This reward does not include the tee-shirt or other goodies.)
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Pledge $150 or more
39 backers
a second pair of REMYXX sneakers + ALL of the above for a total savings of $40 for your best value and support. (see this reward highlighted below with both tee-shirt images)
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Pledge $151 or more
13 backers
the $151 reward is the $75 reward + $76 reward combined. That is, one pair of sneakers chosen from the 4 styles as shown in the First Launch REMYXX Designs, one short-sleeve-tee, the tote bag, the sticker, and one pair of the Signature Green REMYXX design sneakers (picture below). And your name will be posted on the REMYXX Founder's Wall page/blog.
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Pledge $170 or more
10 backers
THREE pair of REMYXX sneakers for a savings of $25 dollars. This reward does NOT include the t-shirts or other smaller rewards, but does include your name to be posted on the REMYXX Founder's Wall, our web page/blog.
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Pledge $189 or more
1 backer Limited (99 left of 100)
ONE TIME RUN: The one time run is a special production of the Signature Green design, plus the short sleeve tee, tote, sticker, and your name will be posted on our Founder's Wall page.
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Pledge $250 or more
11 backers
an invitation to the first REMYXX sponsored recycling/green event (to be named) + ALL of the above. Celebrity appearances can be expected.
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Pledge $350 or more
1 backer
the $350 reward FOUNDERS PACK is FIVE pair of sneakers chosen from any of the 5 colors/designs being offered, two short-sleeve-tee shirts, two tote bags, two stickers, and an invitation to the first REMYXX sponsored recycling/green event (to be named) where celebrity appearances can be expected. And your name will be posted on the REMYXX Founder's Wall page/blog.
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Pledge $500 or more
2 backers Limited (78 left of 80)
guest of honor recognition at the first REMYXX sponsored recycling/green event (to be named) + ALL of the above. Celebrity appearances can be expected.
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Pledge $1,000 or more
3 backers Limited (37 left of 40)
an invitation to the after party following the first REMYXX sponsored recycling/green event (to be named) + ALL of the above. Celebrity appearances can be expected.
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Funding period
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