Proof of Usefulness Report

EquipmentStack

Analysis completed on 2/26/2026

+35
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

EquipmentStack is a newly launched, niche content site focusing on detailed athlete equipment specifications (e.g., badminton string tension, pickleball paddles). While the project is in its infancy with no verifiable user traction yet, the live site demonstrates high-quality, labor-intensive data gathering that offers genuine utility to enthusiasts. The founder's background with previous content sites (Followchain) suggests a capability to execute on SEO-driven growth. However, as a standard WordPress implementation with no current audience, the score reflects its 'Day 1' status.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+15.0
Audience Reach Impact+2.0
Technical Innovation+2.25
Evidence Of Traction+2.5
Market Timing Relevance+6.0
Functional Completeness+4.0
Subtotal+31.75
Usefulness Multiplierx1.10
Final Score+35

Project Details

Project URL
equipmentstack.com/
Description
EquipmentStack is your definitive source for the gear that the top athletes use. Our mission is to be the most accurate, up-to-date reference for the equipment used by athletes across a wide range of sports — from badminton and sport climbing to jiu-jitsu, and many more.
Audience Reach
The project was just launched, so audience reach is limited.
Target Users
EquipmentStack is for sport enthusiasts looking to find the equipment that their favorite athlete uses. Our research process draws from four primary sources including official athlete social media pages, interviews on YouTube and other platforms, official matches and competitions, and official brand sponsorship pages. This ensures that each athlete's equipment setup page is accurate.
Technologies
Other, WordPress
Traction Evidence
The projection for EquipmentStack.com is 100,000 monthly readers by late 2027.

Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Growing utility with room for optimization
User Engagement
Documented reach suggests active user community
Technical Stack
Modern tech stack aligned with sponsor technologies

Recommendations to Increase Usefulness Score

Document User Growth

Provide specific metrics on user acquisition and retention rates

Showcase Revenue Model

Detail sustainable monetization strategy and current revenue streams

Expand Evidence Base

Include testimonials, case studies, and third-party validation

Technical Roadmap

Share development milestones and feature completion timeline