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  • čas přidán 25. 06. 2024
  • I'm excited to share with you something I've been passionately working on and it's finally taking shape: Bloom.
    This journey started when we saw a pattern across the micromobility industry-struggles with supply chains, tariffs, quality, communication issues, among many other things. And that's when the light bulb lit up. Why not bring production closer to home, here in the US?
    That's where Bloom came into play. Bloom is a vertical integration partner for the micromobility industry. We're here to partner up with other brands, to reshape the way manufacturing and assembly happen in the industry.
    The idea behind Bloom is simple: Teamwork. We're joining forces with different brands, collaborating on reshoring production, handling logistics, ensuring top-notch service, and building an ecosystem that thrives on collaboration where everyone-brands, consumers, and communities-benefits.
    We're setting up shop at NewLab in Detroit, a space that breathes innovation. It's a stepping stone towards a future where micro-mobility is produced closer to home, creating jobs and pushing the industry forward.
    This is just the beginning. We're excited about the journey ahead and the connections we'll forge to make this vision a reality.
    As always, thanks for watching.
    If you want to learn more, check out: togetherwebloom.us/
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Komentáře • 256

  • @TRexHeliPilot
    @TRexHeliPilot Před 7 měsíci +93

    I've been in manufacturing for over 20 years and I'm proud to hear that you're taking on this challenge. I'm sure your subscribers wish you much success in your endeavors. I'm eagerly awaiting what you have in store for us.

    • @Propelbikes
      @Propelbikes  Před 7 měsíci +4

      Means a lot coming from someone with experience! Would love to hear more of your thoughts if you would be open to chatting at some point

    • @darthmaul216
      @darthmaul216 Před 7 měsíci +1

      20 years ago I was 1, I’ve now been in manufacturing for 3 years

    • @TRexHeliPilot
      @TRexHeliPilot Před 7 měsíci +1

      @Propelbikes, I'd be honored to discuss manufacturing with you.

  • @Hazdazos
    @Hazdazos Před 7 měsíci +28

    Big props if you can get this going and sustain it. As an engineer who's been in manufacturing all my life, I know we can manufacture just about anything but the cheapest stuff in the US and do it fairly competitively. The problem almost universally is upper management looking for a quick and lazy solution, rather than willing to find a homegrown domestic solution. You might need higher volumes to make it economically feasible, or you might need to live with slightly lower margins, or you might need to automate more processes, but it is doable, but the easy solution has typically been to just rush to China for everything where you can throw cheap labor at a problem and hope that timezone problems, language barriers, cultural differences and shipping issues don't get in the way. And cross your fingers your ideas aren't outright stolen either. Love to hear about re-shoring and hope you keep us updated as much as you can.

    • @Propelbikes
      @Propelbikes  Před 7 měsíci +2

      We feel similar. I appreciate the feedback! Will definitely keep you posted here and we welcome continued feedback

  • @westsideav
    @westsideav Před 7 měsíci +22

    The time is definetly right. Local manufacturing will come back to the US for sure. And light mobility is a perfect starting place. We successfully ran a Camera Gear company in NH for a decade using both in-house CNC machines and outsourced to local NH and Maine machine shops, and a local anodizer company. When we retired the company stopped as no-one wanted to take over. We know lots of machinists that are in their 60's and can't hand down the business. We need more young entrepeneurs like you.

  • @MrQuestful
    @MrQuestful Před 7 měsíci +51

    I love the initiative, as an ebike advocate I very much agree with the intent for us to build up micromobility manufacturing stateside. I think there’s an opportunity to make major progress by inviting university teams to innovate on different platforms. We need many minds working together to rethink transit.

    • @Propelbikes
      @Propelbikes  Před 7 měsíci +4

      Totally agreed! We will certainly welcome and encourage collaboration with universities and other smart folks. We have some progress on that front locally already

  • @AyoHues
    @AyoHues Před 7 měsíci +19

    Brilliant! The time is absolutely right for all of the elements in your proposal: reshoring, urban renewal, micro-mobility sector growth coupled with smart, flexible vertical integration. I wish you every success. 👏🏽💪🏽👊🏽❤️🚲

    • @Propelbikes
      @Propelbikes  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Much appreciated! We appreciate your support!

  • @edwardcollins741
    @edwardcollins741 Před 7 měsíci +5

    A Detroiter here. Great news!

  • @avryptickle
    @avryptickle Před 7 měsíci +9

    I’m a bike commuter, and while the purist in me is resisting e-bikes (mostly because I’m fighting off my Hank Hill bod in my 40’s), I’d rather ride my pedal bike on roads filled with e-bikes than cars and SUV’s. The infrastructure is much more simpatico for bikes of all descriptions than it is for cars and bikes. More power to you.

    • @Propelbikes
      @Propelbikes  Před 7 měsíci

      Thanks! I think there are many which may feel similar

    • @injuredtabletennisplayer1474
      @injuredtabletennisplayer1474 Před 2 měsíci

      Age is coming. My advice at 65 is hold off as long as you are able, your body will tell, BUT…start visiting web sites like Propel and keep your educating yourself on your dream bike.

  • @e-BikeLife
    @e-BikeLife Před 7 měsíci +26

    Chris, this so cool! And, i love that it's happening in Detroit! It's almost a full circle kind of thing. After decades of everything being built overseas, it's so great to see a return to the states for manufacturing! The best of luck with this venture. If your success with Propel is any indication, this will be immensely successful.

    • @Propelbikes
      @Propelbikes  Před 7 měsíci +4

      Much appreciated! It definitely feels like the right time and place

  • @solartramp1745
    @solartramp1745 Před 7 měsíci +7

    Yes, please bring these jobs home.

  • @SparkCycleworks
    @SparkCycleworks Před 7 měsíci +8

    Spark just announced that our new design will be made in Connecticut. Let's talk soon!

    • @Propelbikes
      @Propelbikes  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Sounds good! We definitely should! We're also building out a logistics network which could be of interest

  • @gkkent
    @gkkent Před 7 měsíci +13

    As a teacher that teaches digital fabrication/STEM this is incredible!!!

    • @Propelbikes
      @Propelbikes  Před 7 měsíci +2

      Awesome! We have some plans to integrate STEM in the future with Project Bike Tech.

  • @p.w.hanlon8335
    @p.w.hanlon8335 Před 6 měsíci

    Of anyone I have encountered in the CZcams world and the bike industry, I have always felt you had them most integrity. If anyone can make this endeavor a success, it is you, Chris. Godspeed.

  • @StoneHorseProductions
    @StoneHorseProductions Před 7 měsíci +11

    This is fantastic, I am so happy that you are bringing this initiative to light!

  • @user-ty8lh2yn9d
    @user-ty8lh2yn9d Před 7 měsíci +3

    SE Michigan is a backroads biker paradise, you can ride hundreds of miles and hardly ever see cars. Best of luck to ya.

    • @Propelbikes
      @Propelbikes  Před 7 měsíci +1

      I've noticed that and look forward to exploring more

  • @PaperAirplaneFactory
    @PaperAirplaneFactory Před 19 dny

    Worked in manufacturing and finance and this is everything I've wanted to see happen in one company. Proud to have bought my Urban Arrow from you guys.

  • @kingkal81
    @kingkal81 Před 7 měsíci +4

    Detroit was once the capital for making cars. Soon it will be the capital of making bikes.

    • @Propelbikes
      @Propelbikes  Před 7 měsíci +2

      That's the plan and I think the folks locally feel the same

  • @kaelcampbell1553
    @kaelcampbell1553 Před 7 měsíci +3

    Love this. I’ve gotten into cargo and my emtbike in the last 24 months and great to see US innovation. Don't forget Canada, 30million people up here ready to use free trade and help out!

  • @ismaelcruz3315
    @ismaelcruz3315 Před 7 měsíci

    Amen! I like your positive thinking and out of the box. Nothing good is easy but achievable, It's what America. always been about.

  • @RB-sr1oc
    @RB-sr1oc Před 7 měsíci +3

    Congrats Chris on the exciting new venture. I read about it the other day in BRAIN. This is Bruce, one of your first R&M customers. We met at your Brooklyn shop in Nov 2016. If you ever need a Detroit contact - maybe an e-bike tour guide, an e-bike loaner - then please reach out. I work and e-bike commute in pretty close proximity to your Detroit venture.

    • @Propelbikes
      @Propelbikes  Před 7 měsíci

      Hey Bruce! I will definitely be reaching out and it would be great to grab a coffee soon. It's been way too long. Hope you are doing well and look forward to catching up

    • @RB-sr1oc
      @RB-sr1oc Před 7 měsíci

      @@Propelbikes
      Sounds great. I don't believe I have your email as it's been a while. But I can reach out through your shop/staff and pass my contact info.

  • @rickgovek2715
    @rickgovek2715 Před 7 měsíci +10

    I love this!! I don’t even have an e-bike and don’t have plans to buy one anytime soon, but I’m so intrigued by the growth of that market and found myself nodding to what you say about this new endeavor. Best of luck and I will be following along on this channel and the newsletter.

    • @Propelbikes
      @Propelbikes  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Love this! Thanks for your encouraging words!

  • @biobossx99
    @biobossx99 Před 7 měsíci +2

    Emeryville and long beach shots got me nostalgic for the places Ive lived

  • @kimberlybasinger-js1gf
    @kimberlybasinger-js1gf Před 7 měsíci +3

    Thanks for taking this on and best of luck!!

    • @Propelbikes
      @Propelbikes  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Thanks! It's a very big undertaking but it's been proven to me that we can do together what we can't do on our own

  • @MikeNoble
    @MikeNoble Před 7 měsíci

    There has been a war on labor for the last 40 years is why nothing is produced here. I’m glad to see you realize that and are going to give this a try. I hope you’re successful.

  • @judebrown4103
    @judebrown4103 Před 7 měsíci +4

    Congratulations on this new venture, really hope it goes as well for you as you deserve. 🙏👍👏

  • @WrecklessSandwich
    @WrecklessSandwich Před 7 měsíci +4

    It would also be a big marketing/PR win for the industry if you're able to bring battery manufacturing back on shore. There's a lot of understandable distrust among the general public there that frankly stems from sketchy Chinese batteries. Make it easy for companies to use UL-certified batteries and they will gladly tell their customers that they're doing so.

  • @GrantSR
    @GrantSR Před 7 měsíci +1

    I just want to make sure I've got the gist of what you're doing. One of more of the following?:
    A) Creating a web-based clearinghouse of information about resources for anyone who wants to manufacturer bicycles in the US.
    B) Creating a web-based networking (of people/companies) graph-database, so potential bicycle/parts manufacturers can look at existing networks and easily plug themselves in as an additional node of a network or choose a pre-existing network to get parts (or all) of what they need done without everyone needing to recreate those networks from scratch.
    C) Facilitating the building of factories to do some or all of said manufacturing, on a contract basis, so one factory can apply the economies of scale while distributing those economies to multiple contracting businesses. (This is the Chinese model that allows them to be so efficient.) Such facilitation done by networking entrepreneurs with investors and banks willing to fund these factories, and with owners of unused factory buildings.
    D) Actually build and own some of these factories yourself, to fill in the gaps in existing networks. (Naturally, you would have to be super-transparent so people wouldn't suspect you of going all "Amazon Basics" on existing manufacturers.)
    E) Hopefully, facilitating and promoting the co-op, employee-owned business model as much as possible.
    If not all all five, why not? 😊

    • @Propelbikes
      @Propelbikes  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Love it all! We can't discuss our whole biz plan here, but this is definitely in line. I like the way you think 😉

  • @PhillipTheBrandon
    @PhillipTheBrandon Před 7 měsíci +5

    This is really exciting. I hope your reshoring efforts attract the attention of legislators handling the Inflation Reduction Act manufacturing incentives for electric cars.

  • @MissGoElectric
    @MissGoElectric Před 7 měsíci +4

    We are so excited for your new endeavor with Justin and can't wait to see more eMobility manufacturing and supply chain development in the motor city! 😄

    • @Propelbikes
      @Propelbikes  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Thanks! Love what you're doing as well and look forward to connecting in the future. I hope you don't mind us using your clip

  • @reedreflection
    @reedreflection Před 7 měsíci +5

    No one thought E-readers/books were possible and it was and now we have Amazon as proof. Good for you - I am excited to watch what happens.
    I could not ride bikes in the hilly area I am in without assistance. I wish you good luck in this new venture.

    • @Propelbikes
      @Propelbikes  Před 7 měsíci

      Someone needs to push the bounds of what's possible and challenge the norms. Very excited about the road ahead

  • @TheCaptain756
    @TheCaptain756 Před 7 měsíci +6

    Like the idea of USA assembly and manufacturing. You're in a unique position to make your ideas a reality. I might envision some bike companies switching manufactering or final assembly to the US. Best wishes.

    • @Propelbikes
      @Propelbikes  Před 7 měsíci +2

      We have a decent bit of companies ready to switch which is quite exciting!

  • @lbergen001
    @lbergen001 Před 7 měsíci +3

    He Chris, great initiative, really, and great oppertunity. I would focus on just 3 things: quality, quality, quality. Create Gazelle or Raleigh quality level bikes and they will sell themselves.

    • @Propelbikes
      @Propelbikes  Před 7 měsíci +1

      We will absolutely focus on quality. Only way to do it!

  • @BikeStuffPDX
    @BikeStuffPDX Před 7 měsíci +4

    Camera manufacturers, all based in Japan, found the hard way during the pandemic that they couldn't make some cameras, because some lower end components inside an expensive camera, were made in China. So, they had to pause sales, going as far as not releasing some cameras. It's probably the same with e-bikes, you need to be able to source ALL of your parts locally (ideally), to safely produce a product. I wonder if that will ever be a reality.

    • @Propelbikes
      @Propelbikes  Před 7 měsíci +1

      It's happening faster than most realize

  • @clamato54
    @clamato54 Před 7 měsíci +2

    We want the ebike industry to evolve to the point that it take's away much more market share from the auto industry, ways to do that are to use the synergies of being in Detroit by borrowing innovation: 1) proper hands free navigation assistance, 2) built-in theft security (biometric unlock, no functionality without registered access), 3) V2X (vehicles to everything) transponders for safety and infrastructure awareness... The incredibly light weight of an ebike vs. an EV needs to be viewed as the advantage it truly is, not as a weakness or an immaturity

    • @Propelbikes
      @Propelbikes  Před 7 měsíci +2

      Definitely some opportunities to leverage what has been built already. This is part of our thesis

  • @HeatherH1
    @HeatherH1 Před 7 měsíci +4

    This is exciting news - great for the e-bike industry and for all of us riders that have to repair something eventually!

  • @user-qs3rb3vc6v
    @user-qs3rb3vc6v Před 7 měsíci +8

    I have always admired your leadership style and collaborative bent. I have no doubt this will be an amazing ride with real potential for huge success. You have a large cheering squad!

    • @Propelbikes
      @Propelbikes  Před 7 měsíci

      I don't know i could do this without the amazing support of folks like you

  • @timreha
    @timreha Před měsícem

    Great video Chris. Move the industry forward with partnerships, creativity and love.

  • @indigetal
    @indigetal Před 7 měsíci

    My son is a 2nd year engineering student who was originally interested in robotics, but is currently interning for a R&D department working on smart infrastructure in industrial sector contexts. I've been getting him excited about bike infrastructure issues, (European) e-bikes, and specifically an idea that I've had brewing for a rugged, sporty velomobile inspired by the Pfautec Scoobo+, the Carver micro-vehicle, and a Jeep Wrangler. He's very busy but if we ever get something going I may be hitting Bloom up as our supplier - or even just pitching the velomobile to you given your business savvy!

  • @aussiegirl7145
    @aussiegirl7145 Před 7 měsíci +3

    Congratulations, all I see is success. I hope to purchase one of the bikes shortly.

  • @tiortedrootsky
    @tiortedrootsky Před 7 měsíci +3

    Good luck!

  • @ohana_is_family
    @ohana_is_family Před 7 měsíci +2

    Good Luck. I ride a Gazelle Bloom so the name is appealing. Gazelle also does assembly and painting in its own factory.

    • @Propelbikes
      @Propelbikes  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Nice! Paint and assembly is definitely high on our focus

  • @FlowJunkee65
    @FlowJunkee65 Před 7 měsíci +5

    Outstanding ideas and plans, Chris. I would love and support more manufacturing returning to the U.S. and would influence my buying preferences.

  • @JH-pe3ro
    @JH-pe3ro Před 7 měsíci +1

    It's a really good time to do this. The investment climate now - not just geopolitically but also demographically - supports doing more things locally, and "back to basics" industry instead of being focused on financing and leveraging. And it's something happening not just in the micromobility space, a realignment has hit in a lot of different industries, where the problem being solved has changed - Tony Seba's thesis about this being the "most disruptive decade" comes to mind. Just looking at computing, for example: At the bottom of the stack the standards are shifting in favor of more open hardware; the systems software is being rewritten in Rust language, ending the 60-year tenure of C; and generative AI is sweeping through all the applications software and redefining the goals of "information work". Everyone is worried about their existing career, but new kinds of jobs are appearing too.

  • @parry-s
    @parry-s Před 7 měsíci +5

    Bloom sounds like a fantastic idea and seems like a great way to empower local communities to build expertise, wealth, and autonomy in the industry. Along those lines, I’d like to ask: have you considered structuring Bloom as a worker cooperative with a principle of cultivating an ecosystem of worker cooperatives in the industry? As we bring manufacturing back to the US, I think cooperative principles will be crucial to ensuring that our progress will be sustainable, resilient, and equitable. Thanks for sharing yours/your team’s visionary idea and plan with us!

    • @Propelbikes
      @Propelbikes  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Much appreciated! We love the idea of building up local communities and we Will be definitely looking at a variety of strategies for how we build things

  • @TrevorandRana
    @TrevorandRana Před 7 měsíci +10

    Love that this happening in Michigan. I said out loud “I’d love to work in an E-bike factory” and I really mean that. If you know of any job opportunities for this space happening downtown how could I learn more?

    • @Propelbikes
      @Propelbikes  Před 7 měsíci +2

      Love it! Send us an email on our website as we will definitely be hiring quite a few people soon.

  • @zechariahsmith1764
    @zechariahsmith1764 Před 7 měsíci

    Proud owner of a serial one rush city speed here. I am glad to hear this! Not only do Americans want american made ebikes, America needs to bring back american manufacturing. I also believe that the rest of the world would support american produced ebikes.

  • @TheRickurb
    @TheRickurb Před 7 měsíci +2

    Signed on to the newsletter. Let’s see what ya got Hotshot

  • @realityblooms
    @realityblooms Před 7 měsíci +3

    This is big! Best of luck

  • @joekerrthejoker
    @joekerrthejoker Před 7 měsíci +4

    What a great idea! You can succeed - one of my biggest problems doing high precision mechanical development is finding reliable suppliers. Wouldn’t it be ironic if Detroit were ground zero for another mobility transformation?

    • @Propelbikes
      @Propelbikes  Před 7 měsíci +1

      We will focus on quality and I'm optimistic about Detroit being ground zero for this transformation. I think it's ripe for the Rennisance

  • @Joseph-jy5lz
    @Joseph-jy5lz Před 7 měsíci +3

    I wish your every success

  • @mithuharjani3620
    @mithuharjani3620 Před 7 měsíci +2

    Hello Propel, I think it is a great idea, and I am sure it will be a success. If I had capital, I would not hesitate to invest with you. Do not allow small minds to destroy your great ideas, greetings and my best wishes for great success as you have until now 😊🚴🏾‍♀️👍

    • @Propelbikes
      @Propelbikes  Před 7 měsíci

      Much appreciated! Definitely feel good about our path!

  • @michaelpickles1422
    @michaelpickles1422 Před 7 měsíci +4

    Hi Chris, you are absolutely right, adopting the principles of lean manufacturing will allow you to succeed, creating a product next to the customer retail space is the right move. This idea is gaining traction over here.

    • @Propelbikes
      @Propelbikes  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Thanks Michael! I appreciate your support!

  • @chow-chihuang4903
    @chow-chihuang4903 Před 7 měsíci +2

    If you need injection-molded parts in low to mid quantities (hundreds to low hundreds of thousands a year, which may work very well for bicycles), there are many such mold builders and molders in and near Detroit. Many have been trying to diversify from supplying automotive.
    Two I’ve worked with over the years and have been satisfied with quality of their work are AIM Plastics and Omega Plastics. Each has people who design, build and run molds. They also provide feedback on part designs to improve manufacturability. You do have to provide them part designs and specifications. They’d love to do this type of work.

  • @jeffdible8171
    @jeffdible8171 Před 7 měsíci +2

    Brilliant!

  • @badhorse84
    @badhorse84 Před 7 měsíci +2

    Good luck! I wish you all the success along the way!

    • @badhorse84
      @badhorse84 Před 7 měsíci +1

      crowdfund?

    • @Propelbikes
      @Propelbikes  Před 7 měsíci

      I think this is something to consider for the furure.

  • @oleston
    @oleston Před 7 měsíci +2

    I love to see @missgoelectric at 1:42 as a catalyst for this spark of a domestic eMobility supply chain!!

  • @barriobikes68
    @barriobikes68 Před 7 měsíci +4

    Honestly, I don't live in this world (thematically). That said, I absolutely love these initiatives and ideas. Yes, there are barriers to thinking differently, and going against the mainstream. But, many of the most amazing partnerships and rollouts have come from moves like this. This is good for multiple reasons. Kudos my friend, and I look forward to watching, learning, and cheering.

  • @colincampbell4261
    @colincampbell4261 Před 7 měsíci +3

    Good luck with your new adventure, you have a lot of knowledge.

  • @lrmat
    @lrmat Před 7 měsíci +3

    I truly wish you success and the best of luck. I actually went to Propel to buy a bike during "the thing" and it just didn't happen. I had to order the bike I wanted out of state and had it shipped to me. You truly walk your talk and I admire that.

    • @Propelbikes
      @Propelbikes  Před 7 měsíci +1

      I really appreciate that and I appreciate your attempt to patronize us Propel during "the thing" as say. It was definitely a challenging time and we have leaned a lot during that time and we're excited about what's ahead

  • @JBthePAdashC
    @JBthePAdashC Před 7 měsíci +3

    Love this! Best of luck to you! I hope that I hear big updates as you expand.

  • @0c0p0c0
    @0c0p0c0 Před 7 měsíci +4

    if the batteries sold in us were regulated to pass US certification, it would also boost local manufacturing. This would be a great step. There are many restrictions for parking ebikes etc in buildings. I would love to buy a bike that was at least partially produced locally and meeting safety requirements

    • @Propelbikes
      @Propelbikes  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Loads of opportunities around batteries. All related industries need much more capacity in this area

  • @w_w_whitey
    @w_w_whitey Před 7 měsíci +3

    Love it - best of luck!

  • @paulaj2829
    @paulaj2829 Před 7 měsíci

    Great to have you back giving us new info about the E bike comings.. Here in the UK we have guys who think unless they go at the fastest speed they can but make it difficult for the lesser speed freaks to enjoy E biking we will not grow as a industry for E bikes.. but what you are doing is helping the world to enjoy E biking & fresh air out in the country.. So I hope the small companies out there can stay with it on this great journey for the people who love to ride bikes but also need that extra help to get along.. Rock On Chris..

  • @fredricgrethel1717
    @fredricgrethel1717 Před 15 dny

    The reimposed tariffs on e-bikes and soon on Chinese batteries will prompt a more serious effort to move from China. Wish you all the best. Getting the supply change to move from Asia is difficult. But the biggest challenge is the first step. Who moves first. You are helping to make this happen. I truly wish you the best. I am trying to do the same thing in the optical industry for eyeglasses, sunglasses, etc.

  • @robjackson4597
    @robjackson4597 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Very exciting Chris and glad to hear that Bloom is going to be headquartered in my home town of Detroit. We have a couple of businesses here in the Twin Cities, Quality Bicycle Products (QBP) and Park Tool that service the bicycle industry that are using a similar growth strategy using a combination of made in USA and imported products to support their customers. Happy to facilitate some conversations if it might make sense.

    • @Propelbikes
      @Propelbikes  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Really appreciate the support Rob! We should definitely chat more!

    • @robjackson4597
      @robjackson4597 Před 7 měsíci

      Chris, my email and phone number are in your Propel database. Touch base anytime.@@Propelbikes

  • @ericthedesigner
    @ericthedesigner Před 7 měsíci +4

    Hold my beer! Lets go!

  • @chrishannigantreasurer1333
    @chrishannigantreasurer1333 Před 5 měsíci

    Also...Create a 'Bloom" stamp of approval; where any members/manufacturers must have interchangeable components like wheel sets etc--this would be a great way for consumers to be able to mix and match old purchases with new ones. Right now it is impossible for a serious commuter to ensure that their bicycle components purchased for reliability will be usable for their next purchase. I put 20,000 miles on my first purchase from Propel and I already have 10,000 miles on my present vehicle purchased from Propel in Brooklyn.
    Good luck Chris!

  • @robn135
    @robn135 Před 7 měsíci +1

    I'm a fan of this concept.

  • @morsumbra9692
    @morsumbra9692 Před 6 měsíci

    Build for the young and the old and I'll work for everyone

  • @IgorAlbornett
    @IgorAlbornett Před 7 měsíci +2

    🎉 awesome step Chris, keep pushing those boundaries, think big, think lean, think global, think human. Cheers!

  • @lensimmons7560
    @lensimmons7560 Před 7 měsíci

    Chris, We wish you all the best in this great initiative. @highwaycycles UK. Brompton has made it work as a niche brand and is sold worldwide. Before my recent involvement in the cycle industry, I spent 40 years running my own engineering company. We were constantly innovating, and it was a whirlwind ride. ENJOY👍

  • @zezze5136
    @zezze5136 Před 7 měsíci +3

    Please try to design for repair and recycling! Especially with the expensive materials that go into the batteries.

    • @Propelbikes
      @Propelbikes  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Definitely a big consideration especially taking right to repair into account which should be a future video as well

  • @ttopero
    @ttopero Před 7 měsíci +4

    This is great! I’m really looking forward to the “education” you’ll provide about the industry, manufacturing, supply chains, etc as that’s critically deficient in our skill building models in America!

    • @Propelbikes
      @Propelbikes  Před 7 měsíci +2

      I look forward to what we will learn in the process as well!

  • @japbartlett
    @japbartlett Před 7 měsíci +2

    Great initiative, all the best

  • @magnusskallagrimsson6707
    @magnusskallagrimsson6707 Před 7 měsíci

    I look at some of the bikes from Canadian companies, look at the logistic and supply issues they have faced, and lament that we/they aren't able to produce our own bikes here in Canada/North America. So hggood on you for taking that step in the US and you have a fan pulling for you guys up North.

  • @dariuslankarian3282
    @dariuslankarian3282 Před 7 měsíci

    Huge credit for the mentality "you have to start somewhere". If only western nations did not sell out to cheap manufacturing in 1980s which got us cheap stuff and super expensive housing.

  • @PizzaTrike
    @PizzaTrike Před 7 měsíci +1

    I believe in you guys! Congratulations -- I'm exciting for Bloom!

    • @Propelbikes
      @Propelbikes  Před 7 měsíci

      Thanks! We appreciate your support!

  • @wktodd
    @wktodd Před 7 měsíci +4

    Sounds fun - best of luck to you :-)

  • @matthaskell9960
    @matthaskell9960 Před 7 měsíci

    Bamboocycle would be fun partner. Sustainable and beautiful and reportedly an excellent ride

  • @64beanm
    @64beanm Před 7 měsíci +1

    Congratulations! I believe this is a great venture, keep us updated as things progress.
    Also signed up for the newsletter.

  • @mogulsandmoonshots
    @mogulsandmoonshots Před 7 měsíci +1

    Love this. I'm working on a Made in USA business in a different industry.

  • @StuffOffYouStuff
    @StuffOffYouStuff Před 6 měsíci

    this sounds awesome Chris. I love the source locally and create a local eco-system. Lots of a nods here to some good ideas: social enterprise (mentioning of employing those with special needs or retraining people), long term support/right to repair advocacy. Would be good to know what environmental considerations around manufacturing you're thinking about too. The quicker we can move away from Lithium-Ion batteries and into more sustainable materials, the better! Also, would love to know if you're planning on hooking into local authorities as a combined lobby group for sustainable transport initiatives too. The car industry was so destructive to America and town planning, let's heal it with bikes and micro-mobility! Changing hearts and minds away from cars is a serious challenge!
    Also, I hope you can maintain competitiveness with cheaper labour abroad. Convincing the American public to pay a bit more needs strong message around supporting the local economy. Business who build/create locally never seems to include that in the sales pitch. Keeping money in the local economy is better for everyone.

  • @TwoWheelsAreBetter
    @TwoWheelsAreBetter Před 7 měsíci

    This is really exciting! I wish you incredible success with this venture.

  • @felipericketts
    @felipericketts Před 7 měsíci

    I like your ideas! We should develop more manufacturing state side. It is important to be able to manufacture what we consume. 🙂

  • @mwj5368
    @mwj5368 Před 7 měsíci

    Wow so great to see young people forging ahead and you being such and innovator and motivator with a real and crucial direction, the core of the paradigm shift the Green Generation must lead! Thanks for a great presentation and all you do for a better world!

  • @nickname3471
    @nickname3471 Před 7 měsíci +2

    This is better than good, it's Great.. Thankyou for the great content again, your vids are very informative & interesting. Clear facts & figures. Please keep up th Great work.
    Many Cheers from Australia🇦🇺...

  • @pascalbruyere7108
    @pascalbruyere7108 Před 7 měsíci

    I am from France originally and lived in the US for 25 years, in California, Bay Area more specifically.
    Everybody I know in france, absolutely everybody, has a bike of some kind (or two) and use them.
    Here in the US, I can't believe how many people just don't have a bike (but may have two cars). Those who have one use them very little, like on the occasional weekend.
    Maybe that would explain the difference between EU and US: the demand.
    In the US the roads are dangerous and not bike-friendly. Also "everything is far" because everything has been designed assuming that people have cars.
    Although I did live in a French city for two years with no car and just a bike, I can not imagine doing this here and I feel that my biking life is limited to the occasional mountain bike weekend ride: there is no way I'd use a bike for transportation here, nor will my kids ever do it.

  • @cargo_roam
    @cargo_roam Před 7 měsíci +3

    One big step forward for the industry, and a needed wake up call to the EU ❤️

    • @Propelbikes
      @Propelbikes  Před 7 měsíci

      We sure hope so! Europe is helping lead the way from our side

  • @samuelbalto7087
    @samuelbalto7087 Před 6 měsíci

    This is awesome!! Congrats!!

  • @atomicsmith
    @atomicsmith Před 7 měsíci

    This is excellent!! I think an alternative to the Bosch component set focused on cargo/utility bikes and user serviceability. I love the Bosch system, but it doesn't feel like it's going to be 'future proof', The best thing about traditional bikes is they can be ridden, serviced and updated for decades. It would be great to bring that to E-bikes, and I think it could shift the value proposition as a more durable good. Can't wait to hear more about what your working on!

  • @GreggMPlahy
    @GreggMPlahy Před 5 měsíci

    Nice work Chris. You explained a rather complex concept well. I get it.

  • @edruttledge342
    @edruttledge342 Před 7 měsíci +2

    So - I watched this video and was unable to discern the focus of Bloom. Is it engineering? Manufacturing? Marketing? Research? Testing? or whatever? I guess we'll have to wait and see some specific outcomes to understand just what the final output of Bloom is going to be. This video was mysterious/opaque about it.

    • @Propelbikes
      @Propelbikes  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Didn't mean to be confusing about things. Here is our short description
      Bloom is America's first vertical integration partner for the micromobility revolution, providing a full suite of capabilities for domestic contract manufacturing, assembly, delivery, and after-sales servicing, all while creating US manufacturing jobs and decarbonizing transportation.

  • @telocity
    @telocity Před 6 měsíci

    I would love to see support from city, state and federal to build a planned and quality bike path system. Also for public transport to connect cities as well. Bike to train station, travel to city where my sisters or niece lives and bike to their house, would be incredible. I did a commute for years from home to work using bike/rail. Other work mates that lived near me simply could not be convince to do the same. Church I attend is 10 miles away outside of town. Have ridden this for decades, still can't convince locals within a couple miles to bike, everyone drives (many EVs now). The California way of thinking will have to be changed somehow to make change.

  • @letsgoOs1002
    @letsgoOs1002 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Serial 1 just got bought by a Florida company. And they are moving production back to the USA

    • @Propelbikes
      @Propelbikes  Před 7 měsíci

      Would love to learn more about this!

  • @skiergirl4753
    @skiergirl4753 Před 7 měsíci

    I love this so much! I will be buying my annual lotto ticket next week. If i win, full funding coming your way :) I work in equity and the possibilities are endless on so many levels. I will be watching and cheering.

  • @pjotrh
    @pjotrh Před 7 měsíci

    Congratulations Chris and Justin ! This is a huge step, for both you and the ebike market in the US. A big bet, but a lot of potential,
    good luck !

  • @Quidisi
    @Quidisi Před 7 měsíci +3

    Welp, if you believe the economist, Peter Zeihan, more and more manufacturing is headed back to America.
    If true, seems like you are jumping in at a good point in time.
    Wishing you success!!!!

    • @Propelbikes
      @Propelbikes  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Thanks! I definitely believe the time is right

  • @peterh7824
    @peterh7824 Před 7 měsíci +3

    Specialize e bikes has a problem suppling bikes I have wait well over a year for a Specialized large como 5.0 IGH Auto shifting. Crazing maybe Bloom can help them, have a consulting company let’s connect. Love your vision, you are correct with your concept. Great video my friend.

    • @Propelbikes
      @Propelbikes  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Thanks Peter! Loads of supply chain challenges and we hope we can put a good dent in addressing them

    • @peterh7824
      @peterh7824 Před 7 měsíci

      @@Propelbikes All the best, if you need another set of eyes and ears let me know. Love you videos very informative, well done

  • @ricardolopez-torrijos3623
    @ricardolopez-torrijos3623 Před 7 měsíci

    Kudos for all the thinking and courage that you two have put into this! Best of luck and I’m a follower!

  • @lkj974
    @lkj974 Před 7 měsíci +1

    You're right, I do like this. I really hope you succeed. Bringing back manufacturing to the US is going to be very difficult, but on the other hand it is shocking how the bicycle industry in the US is imploding. Retailers are going broke and shutting down, big makers are struggling. So many of the issues have to do with off shore manufacturing and supply chain issues. So maybe this is the right time to be trying to do this. Good luck!

    • @Propelbikes
      @Propelbikes  Před 7 měsíci

      Thanks! We have similar feelings on the topic

  • @xXRelicXx96
    @xXRelicXx96 Před 3 měsíci

    Hey Chris,
    Dropping this here to say, I hope everything is going well on your side. We (at least I) miss you and your videos. Hoping to hear from you soon. ❤

    • @Propelbikes
      @Propelbikes  Před 2 měsíci +2

      Thanks! We will be posting more videos next month. Just getting Bloom off the ground and there will be a lot to share on all fronts