Runners, skateboarders and unicyclists know the feeling: you're in the zone when suddenly your path is blocked by others. 

How do you signal your approach effectively and safely?

 

Do you resort to shuffling your feet? Awkward coughs? Or perhaps repeated shouts of "coming through" and "on your left," lost amidst earbuds and smartphone distractions?

So many of the “solutions” do little to help the runner or the pedestrian avoid a collision. Too little is signaled too late.

Enter the Runbell: a wearable bell that slices through the noise with a crisp, unmistakable ring. 

 

Say goodbye to futile warnings. With the Runbell, you seize attention, ensuring ample time for all to react.

 

Yelling out “on your left” has a few problems. 

You're too late. The person is startled. 

You're too early. They don't hear you. 

They move left instead of making room for you on their left.  

 

Runbell is extremely loud and can easily be heard from more than 30 feet away. 

People have plenty of time to react. They can move left or right and you can still pass with ease. 

Dog walkers have time to calm their dog and pull them close.  

Bells are universally recognized around the world. 

 

Runbell is not just for runners. 

Bikes have handle bars. One-wheels, skateboards, electric unicyclists (EUC riders) and rollerbladers do not. 

How do they signal their approach!? 

Runbell is so loud that even the speediest EUC riders can warn pedestrians with ease. 

 

Did you know EUC riders in the France and the Norway have to use signal bells? 

Why? Take it from a EUC rider: 

I'm trying to say "excuse me! coming through", but I feel like I already too close to them and it might be dangerous.

EUC riders must warn pedestrians early and effectively. 

Warn pedestrians with the absolute best handheld bell on the market. 

Smartphone zombies are everywhere. These are people who are glued to their phones as they meander through city streets. 

Their movements are a form of Brownion motion as you never know which way they will head next. 

Bring smartphone zombies back to the land of the living with Runbell. The clear ring can jolt even the most distracted person back into their surrounding environment.  

 

We're always walking our dog on the trails in Forest Park here in Portland. Our dog easily gets spooked and is quite sensitive. He can start barking when he feels threatened especially by people running and showing up out of nowhere. With Runbell, runners can alert dog walkers of their approach in order to avoid surprising the owners and their dog. 

Keep running and walking frustration free for all folks included our four legged friends. 

 

Slide the Runbell on your pointer finger with the spring facing your thumb.

Push down on the hammer about 30 feet before passing. This timing gives the pedestrian plenty of time to react. 

The sound of a bell is universally recognized and works wherever you are in the world. 

 

We launched the original Runbell on Kickstarter 10 years ago. 

We've taken feedback from thousands of customers to optimize the design. Find out why this version is superior in every way. 

 

We use only three materials: Stainless steel, brass, and silicone. No junk metals. No shortcuts. These premium materials never rust and are hypoallergenic.

 

Our nickel silver bell rings like no other.

Loud resonant sound with a unique pleasant tone. Listen for yourself. 

 

The grip is one solid casting of incredibly durable stainless steel. 

By harnessing the power of sand casting technology, we've achieved a precise, repeatable form that feels like high-quality jewelry. 

 

Our stainless steel wire uses its natural torsional stiffness to create a simple yet powerful spring. 

We've incorporated the spring design of our favorite bicycle bell, Spurcycle, into our new Runbell. This design provides ergonomics and attenuation with a simplistic and functional aesthetic.

 

The brass hammer is turned from a solid section of brass creating a beautiful and effective hammer that never rusts and will deliver quality dings for the life of your Runbell. 

 

 

Running in the winter? No problem. Simply remove or upsize the adjusters and wear your winter gloves.

 

Japan's best bell maker is once again our partner. 

We launched the original Runbell with our manufacturing partner ten years ago. They produce the highest quality bicycle bells in Japan, combining meticulous attention to detail with superb build quality. 

 

We have three color choices - Gloss Black, Silver, and Matte Black.

 

Runbell has had great national and international exposure over the past ten years. 

Join the fun. 

We're celebrating ten years in business and are going strong! We've successfully launched two kickstarter campaigns (Torch Ring and The Original Runbell) and one Makuake campaign (Torch Ring) with over 1,279 passionate fans who pledged a total of $52,217. Take our backer's words for it: 

The Torch Ring is fantastic. Much brighter than I thought it would be and overall I couldn't be happier. Also, this is exactly how a Kickstarter should be managed. Lots of updates, pictures and backer input. Well done Kevin. Torch Ring Backer - Glenn Crim

My Runbell arrived here today in NZ and it's beautiful and amazingly functional! I've been driving the dog crazy! Can't wait to take it out for a real run, once the rain stops! You guys have done an excellent job and should be really proud of creating such a wonderfully well thought out project. 10/10 - Runbell backer - Sarah M. Carroll

Mine arrived and as all have stated: superb packaging. Nicely finished product. Great project. You did what you promised, exceeding reasonable expectations. I wish you every success. - Runbell backer RichHeart

 

Your Runbell is designed to endure tens of thousands of cycles of use.

Over time, you might notice the brass hammer losing some shine as oxygen, water, and other elements cause the metal to tarnish. Simply use soap and water to restore the brass hammer's original shine. The tarnish will not affect performance.

If the spring starts to bind, simply add some oil to the location where the spring enters the grip.

Runbell 3.0 has been years in the making before finally landing on this simple yet effective design. We've tested laser cut steel, 3D printing different variations on form, and tested multiple bell dome materials. 

 

Each Runbell comes with the following:

• Runbell 3.0
• Four Adjusters
• Packaging

Runbell, including this new updated design, is protected from copycats with our patent. 

We've pre-ordered all components. The packaging design is almost complete. All that is left is to wrap up the packaging design, choose color variation quantities and assemble the Runbells. We're ready to move quickly to deliver your rewards before Christmas!!

All orders will ship early December.

Let's get ready to Runbell!!

We are a husband and wife team. 

Kevin has been an avid runner ever since the birth of his son (now thirteen years ago!) 

Tomoko is a mother of two children, is back running marathons, and frequently places on the podium in local events. She qualified for the Boston Marathon in 2021.  

 

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