About Cat-Ears / AirStreamz
As avid cyclists, we found the frequent and sometimes constant drone of wind noise annoying and potentially dangerous. Wind noise masks surrounding sounds and at moderate speeds can exceed 85 decibels. Longer-term exposure to excessive wind noise can impact hearing. As a result, we started investigating solutions to reduce wind noise. After considerable 'trial and error' testing, we introduced the first generation of Cat-Ears products in 2012.
Inspired by Nature
The Cat-Ears concept was inspired by the fine hairs protecting the outer ears of certain animals, like cats, together with the thinner fur of the preauricular region immediately ahead of the ear. This natural arrangement inspired our exploration of porous, fiber-based materials designed to gently modify turbulent airflow before it reaches the ear.
Validated by Physics
Today, the concept is supported by well-established principles of fluid mechanics (A. Kolmogorov, M. Howe, et al.).
Heidi and Rick Weissner completing the BBC (half century)
Born in Boulder
Cat-Ears products were initially produced in our home in Boulder, Colorado. We moved into a commercial facility during 2015. After six years in the Boulder area, we relocated to western Colorado. We want to thank the Boulder business community for the entrepreneurial ethos that made Cat-Ears, LLC possible.
A Global Presence
Approximately 25% of our business is international and we have shipped products to Andorra, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia, Brazil, Brunei, Bulgaria, Canada, China (PRC), Columbia, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Gibraltar, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, India, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Jersey, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Malta, Mexico, Monaco, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom...
At Cat-Ears, we imagine, solve, design, and lead. Always with unyielding integrity.