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Proof of Usefulness Report

Onda Sports Inc.

Analysis completed on 3/20/2026

+24.86
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

The submission contains severe contradictions. While the description accurately outlines a pre-launch product (launching May 2025) with a waitlist, the form fields claim a 2021 launch, 30 team members, 'most people have used my product', and an arbitrary market cap of 2,500,000. The problem-solution fit for an AI surf forecaster is reasonable, but the unsupported and contradictory claims regarding traction, reach, and business metrics result in a heavily penalized score. The project is assessed as a pre-launch concept with zero verifiable current traction.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+15.00
Audience Reach Impact+0.50
Technical Innovation+7.50
Evidence Of Traction+0.00
Market Timing Relevance+5.00
Functional Completeness+0.25
Subtotal+28.25
Usefulness Multiplierx0.88
Final Score+25

Project Details

Project URL
Description
ONDA: The Future of Surf Forecasting Onda solves the "wasted trip" problem for dedicated surfers through a unique blend of AI technology and community knowledge sharing. As surfers, we've all experienced the frustration of driving to the beach only to find conditions completely different from what was forecasted. Our platform combines three powerful elements: 1. AI-Powered Prediction Engine Onda's machine learning models analyze swell, wind, and tide data, then continuously improve through a feedback loop of real surfer reports. The result is increasingly accurate, personalized forecasts tailored to your preferences and skill level. 2. Crew-Based Community Connect with your surf crew in dedicated groups to share real-time insights, coordinate sessions, and build a collective knowledge base. These trusted networks transform how surfers make decisions about when and where to surf. 3. AI Surf Companion Our intelligent assistant helps you interpret conditions, suggests optimal spots based on your preferences, and provides personalized recommendations as it learns from your surfing patterns. The Onda concept was born from personal experience. Growing up surfing in Malibu in the 70s and 80s, I watched how technology transformed surf forecasting—from local knowledge and 976-Surf reports to mobile apps. Yet despite these advances, my friends and I still found ourselves sharing conditions via text threads, with valuable knowledge disappearing into the void. As technologists and lifelong surfers, we recognized that recent breakthroughs in AI could finally solve this persistent problem. Onda isn't just another surf app—it's a platform that gets smarter with every wave ridden and every report shared. We're building and launching the first version in May 2025. Join our waitlist to be among the first to experience the future of surf forecasting and community.

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