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We should all be able to confidently navigate avalanche terrain, have fun, and come home safely.Join us as we use cutting-edge technology to make the backcountry safer, and to make sure that we don't lose any more friends to avalanche accidents.Information overload!We do data differentlyBy analyzing avalanche accident data sets no one else has looked at, and a proprietary algorithm that delivers radically different conclusions about how and where to travel.Safety in what you seeAspectAvy combines dynamically changing slope angle shading with the daily forecast, and your on-site, on- mountain input. We then visualize the avalanche terrain for you in real-time.\u0026nbsp;This guidance relieves decision fatigue, and helps get you home safely, leaving you free to enjoy the flow state all the way.\u0026nbsp;We show you low-risk terrainOnly AspectAvy shows you today’s live avalanche risk on the map: Clear or Red slope shading. The avalanche forecast changes everyday and your app should too. Then you input the real-time conditions on the mountain to verify the forecast—which can be wrong approximately 20% of the time according to European forecast centers.We value community, and we're engaging with ours to keep everyone safer.FinancialsAccomplishments to DateInterviewed over 200 backcountry users to gather data on pain-points, needs and desires. Designed and tested more than 15 different prototypes with a variety of users; experienced and novice.Using the data from our tests created and validated a working MVP in the 2022/2023 ski season.Validated algorithm against past 10yrs + of avalanche deaths. Algorithm prevents 100% of deaths. Completed ICE Lab Incubator through Western State UniversityAdvisory board to fill C-Level positions. 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He’s an avalanche survivor. He was with a mountain guide and they still got avalanched, narrowly escaping with his life. Mark has a wife and 5 kids. The current avlanche system clearly isn’t cutting it. That’s why we need AspectAvy; to make avalanche safety simple. I made the decision to invest in AspectAvy, an app that predicts avalanche risk, because I recognize the paramount importance of safety in the backcountry. AspectAvy fills a critical need by providing users with real-time, data-driven information on avalanche risk, which can be a matter of life and death in such environments. The backcountry is a place of breathtaking beauty and adventure, but it also harbors inherent dangers, particularly during winter and spring seasons when avalanches are a significant threat. AspectAvy empowers individuals with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions about when and where to venture into the backcountry. By investing in AspectAvy, you are contributing to the greater good of outdoor communities, helping to reduce the risk of accidents and potentially saving lives. Moreover, you are supporting a technology that not only prioritizes safety but also promotes responsible and sustainable outdoor recreation. This aligns with my values and commitment to ensuring that people can enjoy the backcountry safely and responsibly, while also safeguarding the environment. In summary, your investment in AspectAvy is an investment in the safety and well-being of outdoor enthusiasts, as well as the preservation of the backcountry for future generations. It's a step towards making outdoor adventures not only thrilling but also safer and more accessible to everyone. AspectAvy is on a mission to save lives from avalanches, and that resonates with me. I believe in the mission, team and, the strategy. 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Secondly, do you intend to file the annual report with the SEC? Thanks for your feedback.","author_name":"Karolina Ramirez","votes":0,"created_at":"2024-10-06T23:26:49Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/aspectavy#question-293612","answers":[{"id":293793,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:293793","answer":"Thanks for the questions Karolina, Yes on updates \u0026amp; Yes on filing (in progress). Brief overview: ~3X growth in app downloads over the last 4 summer months compared to the previous total from 6 months of winter downloads. We attribute that to connecting with our community via an instagram ad in June that saw 3K+ downloads \u0026amp; a 87% conversion rate. More to come soon. thanks -Jeff","author_name":"Jeff Banks","votes":0,"created_at":"2024-10-09T17:56:24Z"}]},{"id":293459,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:293459","question":"Hi there, I hope this message finds you well. I recently discovered your project, and I must say, I’m impressed by its potential and the positive impact it could have on our society. I have some valuable insights that could significantly improve the visibility of your campaign, increasing its chances of being fully funded by investors. If you're open to a discussion, I'd love to provide more details. Please feel free to reply to me at www.fiverr.com/alice_fund1 or alicemulder441@gmail.com Best regards, Alice.","author_name":"Alice Mulder","votes":0,"created_at":"2024-10-03T13:41:23Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/aspectavy#question-293459","answers":[]}],"faq":[{"question":"Hello, can you share your thoughts on how often you will update us on how things are progressing with your goals and business plan? Secondly, do you intend to file the annual report with the SEC? Thanks for your feedback.","answer":"Thanks for the questions Karolina, Yes on updates \u0026amp; Yes on filing (in progress). Brief overview: ~3X growth in app downloads over the last 4 summer months compared to the previous total from 6 months of winter downloads. We attribute that to connecting with our community via an instagram ad in June that saw 3K+ downloads \u0026amp; a 87% conversion rate. More to come soon. thanks -Jeff"}]}}}