Engineering Better Trail Experiences.
Hike Load was born from a simple observation: the difference between a peak experience and a dangerous ordeal often comes down to data.
The Origin Story
In the winter of 2023, during a high-altitude expedition in the Southern Alps, our founding team realized that while hikers had access to high-tech GPS and lightweight carbon fiber gear, they lacked a unified, scientific way to integrate their equipment specs with their physiological needs.
We saw hikers carrying 4 liters of water for a 2-hour trek in 10°C weather, and others venturing onto 20km loops with only 500 calories of nutrition. Hike Load was created to bring empirical rigor to the recreational hiking community.
Core Tenets
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Empirical Accuracy We use peer-reviewed physiological formulas for metabolic and hydration estimates.
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Privacy by Design Your hiking data is personal. We never store or transmit your calculations to any server.
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Accessibility High-level analytics should be free and accessible to every trail-goer, regardless of experience level.
The Hike Load Standard
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Our Commitment to the Wild
"The trail doesn't care about your gear brand, but it demands your respect. Respect begins with preparation."