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Social Bicycles

Brooklyn, US · Founded 2011 · Delaware corporation · 5 known investors

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Social Bicycles operates a smartbike-based bike share system, providing app-enabled bicycles that riders can locate, unlock, and ride across a network of stations. It serves cities and bike share operators, with a network spanning roughly 40 markets.

HardwareIoTMobility & Transportation

Founders & leadership

Social Bicycles was founded in 2011 by Ryan Rzepecki.

RRRyan Rzepecki
Ryan RzepeckiinFounderAngel
AS
Aaron SchildkroutNamed on SEC filing
NF
Nicholas FoleyNamed on SEC filing
BHBradford Higgins
Bradford HigginsinNamed on SEC filingVenture Partner at SOSV

Board

SCShawn Carolan
Shawn Carolanin𝕏Board directorGeneral Partner at Menlo CxO
BH
Bradford HiggensBoard director
ER
Edward RaynerBoard director
DR
David RoseBoard director

Investors · 5

Menlo VenturesreportedSan Francisco · $1M – $20M
New York AngelsreportedNew York · $100K – $1.5M
OurCrowdreportedJerusalem · $604K – $65M
SINEWAVE VENTURESreportedMclean · $500K – $25M
SOSVreportedNew York · $30K – $550K

Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$20.7M disclosed across 2 rounds · 2014–2017

▶$18.2MraisedApr 2018 · 24 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Aaron SchildkroutDirector
  • Nicholas FoleyDirector
  • Shawn CarolanDirector
  • Bradford HigginsDirector
  • Ryan RzepeckiExecutive Officer, Director
Offering amount
$18.2M
Amount sold
$18.2M
First sale
Oct 2017
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$2.5MraisedAug 2014 · 15 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Bradford HiggensDirector
  • Edward RaynerDirector
  • David RoseDirector
  • Ryan RzepeckiExecutive Officer, Director
Offering amount
$3.5M
Amount sold
$2.5M
First sale
Aug 2014
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2011
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.

Competitors · 1

by search overlap
Lyft280 shared keywordsLyft is an on-demand ridesharing platform that connects passengers with drivers for various ride types, including standard rides, premium options, and other transportation services. The company also offers membership programs, business solutions, and community-focused services.

Companies competing with Social Bicycles for the same Google search keywords, organic and paid, via search-intersection analysis.

In the news

Jump Bikes Raises $10M in Funding - FinSMEsfinsmes.com · Jan 2018Social Bicycles raises $10 million Series A round, rebrands as Jump Bikes | TechCrunchtechcrunch.com · Jan 2018Spin raises $8 million as bike-sharing battle heats up in the US | TechCrunchtechcrunch.com · May 2017Social Bicycles Bike Sharing - Business Insiderbusinessinsider.com · Aug 2013Social Bicycles Raises $1.1 Million To Expand Bike Sharing Project | TechCrunchtechcrunch.com · May 2013Funding and Acquisitions Roundup: Social Bicycles raises $1.1M to facilitate secure bike sharing in cities - StartUp Beatstartupbeat.com · May 2013

Frequently asked questions

What does Social Bicycles do?
Social Bicycles operates a smartbike-based bike share system, providing app-enabled bicycles that riders can locate, unlock, and ride across a network of stations. It serves cities and bike share operators, with a network spanning roughly 40 markets.
Who founded Social Bicycles?
Social Bicycles was founded by Ryan Rzepecki in 2011.
Who are Social Bicycles's investors?
Social Bicycles's investors include Menlo Ventures, New York Angels, OurCrowd, SINEWAVE VENTURES, SOSV.
How much funding has Social Bicycles raised?
Social Bicycles has disclosed $20.7M raised across 2 rounds.
Where is Social Bicycles headquartered?
Social Bicycles is headquartered in Brooklyn, US.