IBP INDEX
The IBP index is an algorithm that analyses the difficulty of a hiking trail, generating a precise number.
The index will help you to compare the difficulty of different trails.
The measure of the difficulty of a route is different from the effort it requires: a route with an IBP index of 60 will be very hard for a beginner, a pretty normal one for someone with an average fitness level, and very comfortable for a very fit hiker.
Do note that the IBP does not take the condition of the trail or the weather conditions into consideration.
