RunRoute: autogenerated running routes | Hacker News Reader

RunRoute: autogenerated running routes

runrouteapp.com

24 pointsnadidami15 comments

I have to ask, how is this on the front page when it's nothing but a signup page, with less content than any of the 'Show HN' posts in the queue?

This is a great idea. That's why we built it already.

RandomRun for iOS generates random routes for running (or walking / cycling).

https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/id938354170

Cool. This is why lean testing and continually asking for feedback is also a great idea.

Okay, before I get on the mailing list of a nonexistent app, tell me more about the idea, because this page is really light on details even for a teaser.

How does it generate its routes? Does it have some information about which routes are good for running, which routes are in sketchy areas that are better to avoid, and which routes take you to busy intersections with a long wait for the signal?

Hi rspeer.

Built into the app is an algorithm that takes into account a randomly selected bearing and how far you want to run.

Eventually we'd like to be able to direct runners on more scenic routes, fewer busy roads, etc, depending on their preferences.

There won't be any e-mails going out to the mailing list until the app is released, unless you indicate that you're happy to provide feedback during its development.

It would be nice if you could include elevation with the option to choose how flat the route shall be.

Yes, that's a great idea. Thank you.

Great idea, but i'd adjust the plans. The standard plan covers probably 99% of runners out there who would use this app.

I'd go for the following:

Free plan -pre-generated routes in your local area -5km max -can't save

Standard plan -current feature set -price about £1.99 ish

Thanks for the ideas, benlaplanche.

imho its an app. You should start giving it for free, get some traction, learn why/how ppl are using it and what they love about it before introducing monetization.

Currently the pricing page is deterring potential users...

The plans page is to see whether the app is something that people would consider paying for in the future. Any initial release would be completely free.

Thank you for the feedback.

Any plans to extend this for cycling? Been looking for something like this.

Try https://www.komoot.de. They are creating routes based on popular tracks in various gps portals (like gpsies.com etc.).

Hey koomerang. Thanks for your comment. Eventually this is something that would work for cyclists too.

Take a look at the app mentioned above (RandomRun). Looks like it supports cycling as well.

Reply on news.ycombinator.com