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AcquiredYC W15Toronto, CA · 11 employees · 5 known investors
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Vanhawks is a hardware and software company that makes connected carbon fibre commuter bicycles, targeting urban cyclists. Its technology combines a physical bike with an app that tracks riding data and suggests routes.
Also known as 8772215 Canada Inc. · OSLER, HOSKIN AND HARCOURT LLP
Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (W15)
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Niv YahelCTO2013–2016
Investors · 5
FundersClublisted by FundersClubSan Francisco · $290K
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Y Combinatorlisted by Y CombinatorSan Francisco · $500K
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BDC Venture CapitalreportedMontreal · $365K – $25.6M
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Garage CapitalreportedWaterloo
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Inovia CapitalreportedMontreal · $250K – $8M
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Vanhawks do?
- Vanhawks is a hardware and software company that makes connected carbon fibre commuter bicycles, targeting urban cyclists. Its technology combines a physical bike with an app that tracks riding data and suggests routes.
- 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, BDC Venture Capital, Garage Capital, Inovia Capital.
- Where is Vanhawks headquartered?
- Vanhawks is headquartered in Toronto, CA.