Although we’re buried under layers of Boston snow, the atmosphere at Fortified HQ is unseasonably sweltering.
For that, we can thank the invaluable, sincere support from the world’s best backers and the exciting breakthrough we’ve made on the world’s best bike lights.
We’ve just received our first 100 Aviators and Afterburners from our manufacturers in Shenzhen and they are downright glorious. We’ve rush-ordered 4,900 more (expedited shipping costs be damned!) which will come later this month.
From the seamless collar-locking that’s smoother than butter to the entirely-too-gratifying button-push that emits the perfect “click,” everything is just right.
But that’s enough words for now – we’ll let the pictures speak for themselves.
February 5, 2015 at 5:41 pm
Yay!
Now that you have lights, can you post some pictures showing what the regular and boost beams look like in real life, not just shining at a target on the wall?
February 6, 2015 at 8:54 pm
Hi Ed,
That’s a great idea and something we’ll certainly try to add that to our next update.
February 5, 2015 at 6:17 pm
Great JOB! After long hard working hours, months of designing a wonderful product, you did it! Thank you Tivan for introducing me to your product.
Congratulations to all!
February 5, 2015 at 6:23 pm
You’re entirely too kind to us, Maria. Thanks for supporting us throughout the process!
February 5, 2015 at 7:21 pm
Hey guys, you finally did it. I never had problems waiting for the best bike light and I will be happy when I can put it on my beloved bike.
It was a thrill to follow you so far.
Congratulations to your success.
February 6, 2015 at 8:57 pm
Thanks very much for your patience, kind words and support, Chris.
We couldn’t be prouder to get these to the most deserving backers the world has ever seen.
February 5, 2015 at 7:29 pm
They look awesome!! Congratulations! I can’t wait to have mines here. Thanks
February 6, 2015 at 8:58 pm
We can’t wait either, Oscar.
When you get them, please do send us some pictures/videos and we’ll be happy to post them.
February 5, 2015 at 10:21 pm
These look fantastic! I’m wondering if the Aviator Boost and Afterburner Boost will also be in this first shipment, for those of us that paid extra?
Thanks,
-Nye
February 6, 2015 at 9:05 pm
Hi Nye,
Thanks and great question. The boosts are absolutely going to be included in this first batch of 5000.
Can’t wait to see how they look on your bike - send us some pics please!