Vanhawks
AcquiredYC W15Toronto, CA · 11 employees · 2 known investors
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Erica Vanunlockedknows Sohaib Zahid · together at Stealth Startup (overlapped)
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Vanhawks makes a carbon fiber commuter bicycle with integrated GPS, blind-spot sensors, and connected lights, paired with a mobile app that provides turn-by-turn navigation, route optimization, and activity tracking for urban cyclists.
Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (W15)
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Sohaib ZahidinFounder/CEOSohaib Zahid is a founder with experience launching three companies and achieving two exits; he has background in product, sales, and business development, and is currently focused on climate solutions.
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Adil Aftab IqbalinCo Founder2011–2015Adil Aftab Iqbal is founder of Vanhawks, which develops smart bicycles using carbon fiber and composite materials integrated with GPS navigation and connected sensors for urban cyclists.
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Ali ZahidinFounder/COO
Investors · 2
Competitors · 3
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How Vanhawks raised $820,000 on Kickstarter in 30 days for their Smart Bikesniply.wordpress.com · Apr 2016Frequently asked questions
- What does Vanhawks do?
- Vanhawks makes a carbon fiber commuter bicycle with integrated GPS, blind-spot sensors, and connected lights, paired with a mobile app that provides turn-by-turn navigation, route optimization, and activity tracking for urban cyclists.
- Who founded Vanhawks?
- Vanhawks was founded by Sohaib Zahid, Adil Aftab Iqbal, Ali Zahid.
- Who are Vanhawks's investors?
- Vanhawks's investors include FundersClub, Y Combinator.
- Where is Vanhawks headquartered?
- Vanhawks is headquartered in Toronto, CA.