The BIG Reveal!

[Garry Dean]

I have been developing my invention for about 6 months now and finally I have filed for a patent. My invention finally has “patent pending” status! I am extremely excited about my new adventure in the world of marketing a product. The website is currently in the works and I have found a connection that can mass produce the product.

Without further ado, I present to you… Tuck Away Tunes!

This is my answer to the dangers of wearing headphones when you are riding a bicycle, running, or doing any other outdoor physical activity where you will be around any type of traffic or unsafe environment. My invention allows you to safely listen to audio and still be completely aware of your surroundings. There are many angles I will reach out to with this product, but it was specially developed so that I would have a way to listen to music while out on long distance cycling trips.

What is it?

An upper body garment with an integrated, yet removable wiring system on the interior of the garment, with two (2) removable speakers tucked in pockets, one on each shoulder, with a water resistant pocket on the front of the garment on either side to house a portable audio device.

There will be several variations of Tuck Away Tunes, but the first will be a high quality moisture wicking t-shirt to test out the market. If demand is good on the t-shirt there will be a cycling jersey in the works. Following that we will release a wind breaking jacket. In addition to manufacturing and selling our own garments we will also offer for you to ship your garments to us for us to sew in the speaker system wiring harness and water resistant pocket. You will eventually be able to purchase your choice of a number of different color garments, but initially we will offer the “kit” (shirt and speaker system) in one color. At this point I am leaning towards Hi Visibility Yellow. Since this is a new product I am looking for your input. Feel free to comment or ask questions.

Thank you for reading. Stay tuned for updates. The website TuckAwayTunes dot com will be up and running very soon.

[jtford95]

That is way cool Gary!!! Many blessings on your invention.

[JaredPointer]

Sounds interesting. I would like to see some photos, so when you get the site up let us know.

[GearHead_1]

Yeah, I could see that going some place. You mentioned that it had a rather broad application (range of potential users). Would you be limiting yourself by going with a HighVis color? I can see the sheet rock contractor or the roofer that would like to listen to tunes but doesn`t have the need to stand out in a crowd while on lunch break.

[Ronkh]

Cool!
Wish you much success.

[Garry Dean]

Yeah, I could see that going some place. You mentioned that it had a rather broad application (range of potential users). Would you be limiting yourself by going with a HighVis color? I can see the sheet rock contractor or the roofer that would like to listen to tunes but doesn`t have the need to stand out in a crowd while on lunch break.

The Hi Visibility yellow would be the "kit" or "feeling out the market" color. If the initial color (whatever that may be) works out well, I will offer a variety of other colors. At that point the buyer will only need to purchase the shirts in different colors because the speaker system is removable so that you can wash the shirt and is included in the original "kit."

You could also choose to buy the speaker system separately and choose your own initial shirt color at a later date.

[C. Charles Hahn]

Just for sake of argument, I`d go onto a few other forums like this for the type of people you`re targeting this towards and make a poll asking what color they`d prefer, and see what gets the highest number of votes across the board. That would make picking a test market color a bit easier I`d think.

Also, what kind of price point are you trying to target?

You should go on that TV show "Shark Tank" with this one once you`ve gotten a good start on sales!

[Clutch34]

Sounds interesting...keep us updated!

[Garry Dean]

Just for sake of argument, I`d go onto a few other forums like this for the type of people you`re targeting this towards and make a poll asking what color they`d prefer, and see what gets the highest number of votes across the board. That would make picking a test market color a bit easier I`d think.

Also, what kind of price point are you trying to target?

You should go on that TV show "Shark Tank" with this one once you`ve gotten a good start on sales!

I have already posted on cycling forums to get some input. I will post more info as it is available.

[Beemerboy]

Very cool, ever hear of a TV program called The Shark Tank?

Its for people like you that are looking for VC money and help in mfger and marketing

Good luck and by all means post up some pics soon

[Pander5]

I actually think that is a phenomenal idea! I`m anxious to follow your progress, Garry, and best of luck going forward.

I would also suggest you play up any safety factors that may be inherent with such a product. I like the "removable" form factor as well.

[Garry Dean]

Very cool, ever hear of a TV program called The Shark Tank?

Its for people like you that are looking for VC money and help in mfger and marketing

Good luck and by all means post up some pics soon

Thanks guys! I really appreciate the positive words!

Right... Then they screw you and take the majority of your profits. Call me hard headed, but Im gonna handle this thing all by myself (with a little help). I dont want to lose out on any money for what "I" created.

I will post some pics as soon as I get a good one put together. I have a prototype, but its not real purdy, lol. I may just post the pics of that.

[Garry Dean]

What do you think of my new logo? I put this together tonight.

[JaredPointer]

This is just me - but for some reason the background being as bright as the font makes it hard to read. Creative image with the star and speakers on it`s shoulder.

[tuscarora dave]

Great Idea, I could see a few Tuscarora Dave`s Mobile Auto Detailing T-shirts with that system "tucked" into them.