January 2012
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Happy New Year
Hey guys, happy holidays and best wishes in the coming year!
There were some scheduling conflicts with my day job that forced me to delay the factory tour. However, I have decided to resign from my position there to focus more on my project. After my contract expires in March I will hop on a plane overseas.
I’ve already purchased my plane ticket and and last week I received my travel...
September 2011
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Update and Response
Thanks for everyone that sent me the link to Nike’s teaser press release (which included Back to the Future merchandise and references) and their full announcement the next day: That they would auction off a limited edition run of ‘Air Mags’, a replica of the shoe shown in Back to the Future II.
It must be said that these shoes look almost exactly like the ones in the movie,...
August 2011
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Update #16
Just a quick update while I’m waiting on the patenting stuff (a few rewrites were necessary).
The “practice business” I decided on was something well done with a lot of info and inspiration available- nerdy t-shirts.
Relatively easy to set up and will give my creative side some much needed outlet.
I’ve already had some talented people help bring my ideas to life, built a...
June 2011
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Update #15
Was holding off until I had bigger news, but looks like it’s going to take a little bit longer.
The prototype has mostly been finalized and we’re really liking it. Some parts of it were so easy I’m not sure why I didn’t think of it before.
The paperwork has been submitted for a provisional patent, which is pretty exciting. After that’s approved we get...
April 2011
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April Update
We’re halfway through the (re)conception as the prototype is modified to be more durable, and some rather neat features are being added that move it beyond simply tightening your shoelaces.
It’s really an interesting puzzle to solve, as there are so many things that need to be taken into account. And once those small issues are solved it leads to more questions and...
February 2011
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Lucky Update #13
Hey guys, just wanted to let everyone know where we are.
I’m getting a lot of word these past few dates of swag packages arriving safely. If you haven’t received anything by this weekend write me at BlakeBevin@Power-Laces.com and we’ll get it resolved.
As I said in my last update I was looking for an engineer that would be a good fit for us. It took a few weeks but I...
January 2011
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January Update
Despite a small delay do to the flu that knocked me down and out for a bit, as of last week all the merchandise was shipped out. Give it a couple of weeks to arrive, especially for international backers. If there’s any problem with your reward, don’t hesitate to send me a message or post a comment.
I have gotten word though that so far rewards seem to be arriving through the mail...
Happy New Year!
I’m back in San Francisco after spending the holidays with family, and the shirts have arrived. They, along with the rest of the merchandise, will begin to go out today and the shipments will continue throughout the week. I’d like to thank everyone again for their patience as I figured all this stuff out. Seeing the family was great, but I’m glad to be back home and I’m...
December 2010
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Happy Holidays!
Just began my annual cross-country journey to visit family.
Wanted to let everyone know that the resends for people who had their keychains torn up the USPS machinery were sent out last Monday, so that should cover the $5-$15 backers. Again, if there was any problem with your shipment, just send me a message.
I also approved the final T-Shirt design, and they started printing them last...
New Site
Our new site, though very sparse and basic right now, is up and running. Updates to the project will be posted here. Check in periodically!