Public Route Pages

Public route pages provide runners with a single source of route information before, during and after an event.

Rather than sending GPX files by email or maintaining route information across multiple platforms, organisers can direct runners to a dedicated route page that always displays the latest route version.

What is a Public Route Page?

A public route page is a shareable web page that displays route information for runners.

Depending on your route configuration, a route page may include:

Interactive route map
Elevation profile
Route statistics
Checkpoints and aid stations
GPX downloads
Route update notices
Event branding

The page is automatically created when a route is uploaded.

Each route page has its own unique web address.

You can share the route page:

On your event website
In runner emails
On social media
Via QR codes
In race packs and event information

This ensures runners always access the latest route information.

Interactive Route Maps

Route pages include an interactive map that allows runners to:

View the entire route
Zoom and pan around the course
Explore route details before race day
Understand the course layout

The map updates automatically whenever a new route version is published.

Elevation Profiles

Route pages display an elevation profile showing:

Climbs and descents
Total ascent
Total descent
Checkpoint markers (where configured)

The elevation profile helps runners understand the physical demands of the course.

Route Statistics

Key route information is displayed automatically, including:

Distance
Total ascent
Total descent
Highest point
Lowest point

These values are recalculated whenever a new route version is uploaded.

GPX Downloads

Runners can download the latest GPX file directly from the route page.

When a route is updated, the download button automatically serves the latest route version.

This helps ensure runners always download the most up to date GPX file.

Route Updates

If route changes occur, update notes can be displayed on the route page.

Examples include:

Diversions
Safety updates
Checkpoint changes
Route amendments

This provides a clear record of changes and helps keep runners informed.

What Happens When a Route Changes?

One of the key benefits of SummitGPX is that public route pages remain the same even when routes are updated.

When a new route version is uploaded:

The route page automatically updates
Route statistics are recalculated
Elevation profiles are regenerated
Checkpoint information is updated
Existing links continue to work
Existing QR codes continue to work
Existing embed codes continue to work

There is no need to issue new route links to runners.

Best Practice

For the best runner experience:

Share the route page rather than a GPX file directly
Add update notes whenever the route changes
Keep checkpoint information up to date
Encourage runners to revisit the route page before race day

This ensures everyone is viewing the latest route information.