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At Blind Faith, our mission is to unite technology, faith, universities, companies, and donors to bring freedom and independence to the blind and deaf-blind community. We’re building a fleet of innovative three-wheel recumbent bikes to take across the country for track days, giving participants the life-changing experience of riding solo—not on the back of a tandem, but in full control of their own ride.
Our vision is a future where every family can own one of these bikes, allowing blind family members to ride alongside their loved ones.
We’re currently collaborating with Auburn University and Boston University on groundbreaking projects. The Auburn team is developing a system where a follow bike, ridden by a blind individual, uses cameras, sensors, and a fiducial marker on a lead bike to automatically guide steering. Imagine a world where a blind couple can enjoy a rails-to-trails ride together—getting exercise, social connection, and even competitive training.
With Boston University, we’re pioneering a self-driving velomobile—a pedal-powered vehicle designed to give blind riders safe, independent local transportation. The goal is simple yet revolutionary: a 3-mile radius of freedom. Riders will be able to input a destination, start pedaling, and let smart navigation technology choose the safest path. This system combines the intelligence of self-driving cars with the sensory awareness of the rider, all without falling under vehicle regulations.
Dan Parker’s personal experience has fueled this mission. After going blind, he learned that the unemployment rate among the blind is 70% in the U.S. and 99% worldwide—and lack of transportation plays a huge role. These innovations aim to change that.
Safety is always our top priority. No bike or vehicle will ever be used without hundreds of hours of testing by our founder, Dan Parker. As a racer, designer, and trailblazer, Dan understands the risks—and the responsibility. Like the Wright brothers, he believes that every great leap forward begins with a single act of courage and innovation.
Join us. Believe in the vision. And help us make freedom possible for the blind.