The world’s first fully reclining stroller-case combo hits manufacturing phase – and everyday investors can now own a stake.
When new mum Josie Stockdill took a solo flight with her baby (plus a pram, case, and overflowing nappy bag), she and partner Ben Newman realised there had to be a better way.
Their solution? The Globe Glider – the world’s first stroller-case with a full recline function and leg rest for infants to 17kg, to be certified with AS/NZS safety standards and designed to fit neatly in overhead on your flight.
After securing $600K in early investment and validating demand from exhausted parents worldwide, the Castlemaine-based startup has launched an equity crowdfunding campaign on Birchal (closing 29 May) to accelerate production and global expansion.
Why This Matters for Parents:
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Solves the "3-Piece Nightmare": Replaces stroller, carrier, and carry-on with one 6kg, airline-compliant unit (boasting 21L storage).
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Safe for Newborns: Only product of its kind with full recline + leg rest (0-2+ years).
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Cost Saver: At $499 AUD, it will not be prohibitive to new mums.
Why Investors Are Backing It:
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Proven Demand: Baby goods is a massive industry, and more new parents and families are flying regularly to see family, for work and holidays.
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Global Gap: The $14B baby convenience market lacks all-in-one travel solutions.
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Scalability: Funds will secure factory MOQs for Australian release, and then Asian/European expansion.
"We’ve been contacted by parents in Australia, Asia, America, and Europe who are desperate for a Globe Glider now," says Josie. "This campaign lets Aussie families everywhere be part of our mission to get out in the real world – not just as customers, but as owners."
Investment Details:
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Campaign: Live NOW on Birchal until 29 May 2025.
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Minimum Investment: $250.
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Use of Funds: Manufacturing, securing bulk material orders, and fast-track international distribution.
- Website https://www.birchal.com/company/globeglider
Key Facts:
Stroller-case Invention by an Aussie mum for travelling with babies. The Globe Glider is a travel stroller and carry-on case all-in-one. The stroller mechanism folds neatly into the case lid, which stows easily into the plane's overhead compartment.
After securing $600K in early investment and validating demand from exhausted parents worldwide, the Castlemaine-based startup has launched an equity crowdfunding campaign on Birchal (closing 29 May) to accelerate production and global expansion.
About us:
Josie and Ben are the startup founders and parents. See more (including video) on https://www.birchal.com/company/globeglider
Contact details:
Josie Stockdill & Ben Newman
Co-Founders, GlobeGlider
Email: [email protected] | [email protected]
Phone: 0402 468 948
Website: GlobeGlider.com.au