It's Part 2 of our round up of sports brands crowdfunding this April 2023.

KTOP Bike Rack | A New Horizontal Roof Rack for All Bicycles

Introducing the Ktop Bike Rack - because who needs a functioning roof when you can have your bike up there instead?

This new horizontal rack is perfect for anyone who wants to show off their love for cycling, and their lack of concern for practicality.

Say goodbye to boring old luggage and hello to a bike that's going places (literally, on top of your car).

Learn more here 👈🧠👀

HercSocks 5.0: Socks Engineered For Travelers

In 2018, after years of research and testing, we released our first socks. Our apollo socks (now called classics) were an instant hit. Backers loved them, and they came back for more. The socks were perfect in all the right way, thin, soft, and breathable, and they took a long time before they started to smell. They were super flexible and fit the customer's feet so perfectly that you might forget you are wearing socks.

Now, since releasing those socks, we've worked for the last five years to develop and test newer versions of the socks. We've worked on the material composition and other variables to improve the overall comfort of the socks, and we're super excited about how great the HercSocks 5.0 have turned out. It took us five years, but we've created the best socks we could possibly make with current textile technology, and we're so excited to release them!

Learn more here 👈🧠👀

Pop-cycle! A whole new foldable and slidable bike

No matter how compact the body is, the conventional foldable bike requires the biker to physically hold and carry the bike to the intended destination.

POP-CYCLE is a foldable and slideable bike. A new kind of foldable bike that was never seen before.

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Extreme Flex USA: Transform The Way You Train

A product design that allows athletes to shadowbox and practice they favorite combos regardless of the location, while having the right amount of resistance behind every punch thrown in order to build power and speed thanks to the attached adjustable resistance bands.

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Kusakura Sashiko T-Shirt: Made by a beloved judogi maker

Judogi, the name of the outfits used by those that do judo, have an image of using a fabric that is rather stiff and strong, but Kusakura Sashiko judogi is comfortable on the skin, and after washing multiple times, it has a soft feel to it while retaining its strength.

Since the Edo Period (1603-1868) it has been used by firefighters, in the creation of matoi, banners that would be used to protect the firefighters. It still today has use to these firefighters.

It is more well known for its use as martial arts gear, with not only judoka using them, but also those that do kendo, thanks to its strength and durability.

You may think that all judogi are the same, but they aren’t. It’s hard for those that don’t practise judo to know the difference.

We are proud of the fabric that we have created, which we think is the strongest fabric to touch people’s skin, and have named it Kusakura Sashiko.

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RAK ONE: A New Innovative 3-in-1 Cycling Stand

Biking requires discipline, endurance, and a willingness to take risks.

And if you mean it, it’ll show. Not just in the looks of your bike and equipment but also in the badass display only an innovative cycling stand can help you with.

Look no further than the RAK ONE — revolutionary, innovative, awe-inspiring. Think disruptive stands that can transform from Floor Stand to Repair Stand or Wall Mount in seconds. Elevate your cycling experience with a cutting-edge stand that combines form and function.

Tired of multiple stands taking up valuable space? In need of the convenience that comes with not managing 3 different stands? Or maybe just plain tired of purchasing basically the same equipment over and over again?

Learn more here 👈🧠👀

Manoli: Luxurious Leather Bike Grips

At Manoli, we're on a mission to transform the humble bike grip from an overlooked accessory to a true object of desire. We've dedicated ourselves to the task of completely re-imagining the leather grip, and we made sure every little detail is perfect. The result is what we firmly believe to be the world's finest bicycle grip!

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Rich Cat Supply Pickleball Gear

Intentionally designed, high-quality pickleball gear that enables everyone to live like a “rich cat.”

We’re raising funds to launch our brand Rich Cat Supply - a pickleball product line that's performant, value-driven, and playful (eye-catching graphics). As a PPR-certified pickleball instructor with 20+ years of experience playing & coaching racket sports, I know that players are more likely to have a great experience and get hooked on a sport if they use the right gear when they’re learning & growing into a new game.

Many players fall into the trap of buying a cheap paddle or spending too much on paddle technology they don’t need. As a result they 1) don’t enjoy the game because the equipment limits their ability to execute shots or 2) enjoy the game enough to get hooked but immediately discover that in order to improve, they need to upgrade their paddle. In both scenarios, the result is monetary and environmental waste.

For the past two years, we’ve tested various shapes and materials. For our first line of paddles, we created two models in that “goldilocks” zone to purposefully fill the gap between poor-quality/cheap and overengineered/ overpriced.

Learn more here 👈🧠👀

SMARTUTECH l 4-IN-1 Multifunctional Bike Stopwatch

Traditional stopwatches only have the function of recording speed, mileage and other data, while SMARTUTECH is a 4-in-1 multi-function stopwatch that integrates data display, mobile phone holder, wireless charging, and lighting functions.

Only one SMARTUTECH can solve the problems of storing mobile phones, charging mobile phones and riding at night during cycling. It enables you to ride lightly and enjoy riding fun easily.

Learn more here 👈🧠👀

The Berg's V4 Disc Golf Backpack

Berg's has again raised the bar in disc golf bag design. Our V3 that we released last year has been an amazing success, but not everyone needs a bag that holds nearly 70 discs. Our new V4 disc golf backpack hits that sweet spot of size and storage.

The Berg's V4 is over half a kilo lighter with all the same storage features of the V3. The V4 uses the same top of the line materials as the V3 and is constructed using 1000D Cordura for the outer shell, and 500D Cordura for the inner liners just like it's big brother the V3. All of the zippers are SBS waterproof, and we have added dual zippers on the side pockets so they can be opened in both directions for added convenience.

In addition, we have redesigned the 2 inner support sleeves with a three-sided Velcro closure system as to not have zippers inside the backpack. This gives the V4 extreme rigidity with a much easier and quicker assembly so you can hit the course within minutes.

The V4 backstraps have been completely redesigned with softer padding and has another carrying handle for added versatility.

The base support of the V4 is completely encased in a thick, soft pad for added comfort. Berg's has taken disc golf bag design and quality to another level again. No compromises...

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