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Kwindoo is a mobile application and digital platform designed for sailing race management and tracking. Launched in 2016, it provides real-time GPS tracking, race management tools, and performance analytics for sailing events.[1].
Overview
[edit]The platform consists of a mobile application available on iOS and Android devices[2], and a web-based interface for race organizers and spectators. Kwindoo's primary function is to facilitate the organization and monitoring of sailing races while providing real-time tracking data to participants, organizers, and viewers.
Features
[edit]- Digital race committee tools
- Course setting and mapping
- Start line management
- Real-time competitor tracking
- GPS-based boat positioning
- Live race visualization
- Speed and heading data
- Historical race replay
- Performance statistics
- Race analysis tools
- Weather integration
- Route optimization data
Usage
[edit]Kwindoo has been utilized in various sailing events across Europe, including local regattas and major sailing competitions[5] like Barcolana[6], Centomiglia[7] of Lake Garda, Kékszalag[8] of Balaton, Muhu Vaina Regatt[9] and Rund Um[10] Bodensee. Race organizers use the platform to set up courses, manage start sequences, and monitor race progress, while participants can track their performance and position relative to competitors.
Technology
[edit]The system operates through mobile devices' GPS capabilities, transmitting position data through cellular networks. The platform processes this information to create real-time race visualizations and analytics accessible through both mobile and web interfaces[11].
Reception and Reviews
[edit]User Reviews
[edit]The application has received mixed reviews on major app stores. Users frequently praise the platform's race tracking capabilities and real-time visualization features, while criticize reliability on Android devices and consumation of battery power. On the Apple App Store and Google Play Store, the app maintains an average rating between 4.1 and 5.0 stars[12][13][14][15]
Industry Reception
[edit]The sailing community has generally welcomed Kwindoo as an innovative solution for race management. Several sailing clubs and race organizers have adopted the platform for their events, particularly in European waters. Professional sailors have noted its utility for post-race analysis and performance improvement.[16][17]
Market Impact
[edit]While competing with established sailing applications, Kwindoo has carved out a niche in the recreational and semi-professional racing segments. The platform's adoption has been particularly strong in regional regattas and club-level competitions.[5]
References
[edit]- ^ "Platform for sailing organizers and sailors to make all sailing events visible to everyone - Kwindoo". kwindooapp. Retrieved 2025-02-18.
- ^ "Download App - Kwindoo". kwindooapp. Retrieved 2025-02-18.
- ^ "Platform for sailing organizers and sailors to make all sailing events visible to everyone - Kwindoo". kwindooapp. Retrieved 2025-02-18.
- ^ a b "Platform for sailing organizers and sailors to make all sailing events visible to everyone - Kwindoo". kwindooapp. Retrieved 2025-02-18.
- ^ a b "List of events - Kwindoo". kwindooapp. Retrieved 2025-02-18.
- ^ "Barcolana.it". barcolana.it. 2019-10-11. Retrieved 2025-02-18.
- ^ "Pressmare | Via al weekend della Centomiglia numero 74: il programma". Pressmare (in Italian). Retrieved 2025-02-18.
- ^ "Tracking view of 51. Kékszalag Nagydíj sailing regatta event - Kwindoo". kwindooapp. Retrieved 2025-02-18.
- ^ RL. "Muhu Väina regatt / Moonsund Regatta". Muhu Väina regatt / Moonsund Regatta. Retrieved 2025-02-18.
- ^ "RUND UM LIVE Tracking | Lindauer Segler-Club e.V." (in German). Retrieved 2025-02-18.
- ^ "Tips and downloads - Kwindoo". kwindooapp. Retrieved 2025-02-18.
- ^ "KWINDOO Tracking for sailing". App Store. 2022-12-29. Retrieved 2025-02-18.
- ^ "Kwindoo for Racers - Apps on Google Play". play.google.com. Retrieved 2025-02-18.
- ^ "KWINDOO LiveView". App Store. 2023-01-28. Retrieved 2025-02-18.
- ^ "Kwindoo for Viewers - Apps on Google Play". play.google.com. Retrieved 2025-02-18.
- ^ "Comparison between Kwindoo App and eStela for GPS Sailing Tracking". estela.co. Retrieved 2025-02-18.
- ^ "Kwindoo or RaceQ or..." Sailing Anarchy Forums. 2020-07-27. Retrieved 2025-02-18.
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