SummitGPX Roadmap.

Route versioning

Showing route version numbers and update dates across route pages, embeds and GPX downloads so runners can check they have the latest route.

Checkpoints in GPX downloads

Adding organiser defined checkpoints directly into GPX downloads so aid stations, checkpoints and key route information travel with the route file.

Route QR codes

Download route labelled QR codes for websites, race packs, signage and event materials.

Elevation profile with checkpoints

Displaying checkpoints directly on the elevation profile so runners can see climbs, descents, aid stations and key points in context.

Route analytics

Giving organisers useful insight into route views, GPX downloads and how runners are accessing their route information.

PDF and CSV exports

Creating downloadable checkpoint tables for organisers and runners, including CSV exports and polished PDF versions for race packs.

Route editing and smart rerouting

Letting organisers edit a route directly inside SummitGPX when a course needs to change, such as a lane closure, landowner request or last minute diversion.

Organisers could select a section of the route, reroute it on the map, preview the change and publish a new route version without needing to use another GPX editor.

Split large GPX routes

Exploring ways to split very large GPX files into smaller sections for long ultras, multi day events and devices that struggle with bigger files.

White labelled route pages

Route pages can now be fully branded with your own logo, browser tab icon and shared link preview, giving runners a seamless experience that looks like your own platform.

Route update notifications

Giving organisers a complete route-update communication workflow: manage and import recipient lists, create and preview branded update emails, notify runners when a route changes, and track delivery with direct links to view the latest route and download the updated GPX file.

Reverse GPX routes

Instantly reverse the direction of any uploaded route with a single click, creating a new version that follows the same path in the opposite direction.

Perfect for out and back routes, guided walks and races that use the same course in reverse, saving organisers time and removing the need to edit GPX files manually.

Independent distance and elevation units

Choose distance and elevation units independently, allowing combinations such as miles with metres or kilometres with feet.

This reflects how many runners, guides and outdoor professionals prefer to view route information, making SummitGPX feel more natural to use.

Import KML and FIT files

Support for importing additional route file formats, including KML and FIT, making it easier to work with routes created in a wider range of mapping and GPS applications.

This will give organisers and runners greater flexibility when uploading routes, reducing the need to convert files to GPX before getting started.

One click watch downloads

Making it quick and easy for runners to send the latest official route directly to their GPS watch, reducing the need to download and manually transfer GPX files.

Initial support will focus on Garmin, with COROS and Suunto integrations following, allowing organisers to give runners a much simpler route download experience before race day.

AI Route Intelligence

Automatically analysing routes to highlight potential safety considerations, navigation hotspots, major road crossings, remote sections and other useful insights, helping organisers review routes more quickly before publishing.

AI generated route summaries and runner briefings will explain key sections of the course in plain English, making route information easier to understand while reducing the time organisers spend creating supporting content.

Verified route downloads

Allowing organisers to require runners to enter their email address before downloading GPX, FIT or other route files, then checking it against the runner list for that route.

Organisers will be able to see who downloaded each route version, when they downloaded it and who still needs a reminder to download the latest file.

Runner GPX guides

Step by step guides showing runners how to go from scanning a QR code to downloading a GPX file and transferring it to popular GPS watches and devices, helping organisers reduce support requests before race day.

Runner pacing tools

Helping runners estimate checkpoint arrival times based on their target pace or finish time, including comparisons against cut off times.

Surface analysis

Analysing GPX routes against mapping data to estimate the percentage of paved and unpaved terrain, helping runners choose suitable footwear and organisers better describe their courses.

Interactive 3D route flyovers

Exploring cinematic 3D route previews that could help organisers showcase courses, brief runners and create more engaging route content.