FluidLogic, the leader in high-performance hydration systems, has officially announced the launch of its GPR50 solution as the world’s first intelligent hydration pack, capable of providing personalized hydration for two-wheeled adventurers.
Set to retail for an introductory price of $479, the stated solution will leverage proprietary Active Hydration™ algorithm to factor in users’ unique biometrics, level of exertion, and wider environmental data. You see, by backing all these components together, GPR50 will reach upon a personalized hydration plan for users, empowering them to access precise amounts of water required for maintaining optimal hydration levels throughout high-performance activities.
More on the given algorithm would reveal how it can generate a “microdose” protocol to provide water at specific intervals, and therefore, ensure users stay actively and properly hydrated. Complementing this would be the availability of haptic reminders that notify users when to drink, with the water delivered via an in-helmet headset at the push of a button.
Alongside FluidLogic’s proprietary Active Hydration™ algorithm, the GPR50 will also bank upon the company’s patented Maglock water delivery system to reap the benefits of magnetic technology for easy connection and disconnection. The idea behind that stems from making the system simple to use and safe from snags.
The entire technology is also stored in an all-weather backpack with an EVA spine, something which is made to thrive in the toughest environments.
“The GPR50 is the first step in reimagining the hydration and performance industries. Using the same foundational technology we have in place in professional motorsports, FluidLogic is able to deliver this critical performance gear to a broader audience,” said Sara Blackmer, CEO of FluidLogic.
To understand the significance of such a development, we must take into account how several studies from the past have repeatedly found that jus5 a 1% drop in hydration can lead to a 12% drop in performance, and a 3-4% hydration loss could result in a staggering 25-50% loss in performance and productivity.
Talk about GPR50 on a slightly deeper level, we begin from the promise of personalized hydration. This the solution will achieve by customizing your hands free water intake based on activity, intensity, and environment for a personal hydration program to achieve optimal performance.
Next up, we must expand upon the prospect of haptic reminders. This translates to integrated vibration sensors in the shoulder strap that provide a subtle notification when it is time to drink, ensuring optimal hydration through your activity.
Another detail worth a mention is rooted in technology’s in-helmet water delivery mechanism, a mechanism which refers to how the solution is customizable to fit almost any helmet for hassle-free hydration delivered directly to your mouth at the push of a button.
Joining that would be the availability of a hydration remote. This wireless Hydration Remote will be mounted upon your handlebar to deliver water instantly without losing focus on the trail.
“By the time someone feels thirsty during activity, they are already indicating dehydration,” said Dr. David Ferguson, Ph.D. ACSM-CEP at Michigan State University, and FluidLogic Scientific Advisor. “Dehydration and sweat loss can induce mental and physical fatigue, impacting user performance and reaction time. It is vital that those participating in high endurance and powersports are properly and actively hydrated for their safety and focus. FluidLogic is the first to properly address this concern.”
Hold on, we still have a few bits left to unpack, considering we haven’t yet touched upon the GPR50’s reservoir refill button. Such a cutting-edge hydraulic pump system, packaged with button-activated reservoir refill system, should be able to simplify the process of topping off your water supply.
Rounding up highlights would be the technology’s long lasting battery and Bluetooth facility. The pack’s rechargeable and long lasting Li-Ion battery here will effectively power the electric pump for hands free water delivery, while simultaneously connecting via Bluetooth directly with your mobile device for a better experience.
“FluidLogic has been critical to my success, and as an investor, I am proud of this next step in FluidLogic’s evolution to bring the hydration technology that is in my racecar to recreational athletes,” said Jimmie Johnson, NASCAR driver and seven-time NASCAR Cup Series champion.
