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THE PROBLEMS
Shuttle companies that move vehicles face major logistical headaches. Each season, they coordinate hundreds of vehicles, multiple staging areas, and long-distance drivers—often using nothing more than texts, spreadsheets, and guesswork.
Tasks get missed, priorities aren’t clear, and payments and hand-offs slip through the cracks. It’s stressful, time-consuming, and costly.
Shuttle Forge streamlines it all with a simple dispatch system that organizes every shuttle in running order, tracks progress, and helps teams stay on top of what’s due next—so nothing gets forgotten and every vehicle gets there on time.
SHUTTLEFORGE SOLUTIONS
Streamline your operations with ShuttleForge. Say goodbye to chaos in spreadsheets and missed deadlines. Our platform eliminates staffing blindspots and keeps you on top of what's due now.
Features
Dispatch & Scheduling Simplified
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Keep every shuttle organized and on time.
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See what’s due next, spot conflicts early, and plan driver assignments with clarity.
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No spreadsheets. No guesswork. Just one clean board that keeps your season running smoothly.
Staff Management
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Track who’s driving what and when — from launch to take-out.
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Balance workloads, avoid double-booking, and know when you’ll need more hands on deck.
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It’s the scheduling tool built for outfitters who can’t afford chaos.
ShuttleForge Features
Google Forms Integration – Seamlessly connect with your existing intake forms for instant data sync.
Integrated Payments – Accept payments online at competitive processing rates.
Automated Emails – Send booking confirmations, key-drop instructions, reminders, and delivery notifications automatically.
Vehicle Delivery Confirmations – Log drop-offs and pickups with time-stamped proof.
Smart Reminders – Nudge guests to complete missing info before shuttle day.
Route & Schedule Management – Plan, assign, and adjust routes with drag-and-drop flexibility.
Employee Management – Track staff assignments, hours, and performance in one place.
Vehicle Tracking (Manual Updates) – Quickly update vehicle locations and details in real time.
Analytics Dashboard – See your daily runs, vehicles moved, and driver efficiency at a glance.
Custom Branding – Add your company logo, links, and message templates for a professional look.
Mobile Friendly – Optimized for quick use in the field—on phone, tablet, or laptop.
AI-Ready Framework – Built by the TripForge team to power future AI routing, dispatch, and automation tools.
Our Vision
Who We Are
ShuttleForge, built by the TripForge team, is revolutionizing how private rafters, outfitters, and service providers integrate and operate. Our mission is to simplify shuttle logistics through intelligent automation, data-driven scheduling, and AI-assisted coordination.
We’ve seen firsthand how chaotic river logistics can be—and we’re fixing it. From dispatch to driver management and payments, ShuttleForge brings everything together in one streamlined platform, transforming how shuttle companies run their operations.
Our Story
About Us
Chris Smith
Founder of TripForge and software developer with deep roots in the river community. Chris has ran rivers across the country and built the technology that powers smarter trip coordination and logistics for outfitters nationwide.
Justin Smith
Managed logistics for over 5,200 rafters across Idaho in 2025. Veteran guide on the Middle Fork, Main, and Lower Salmon Rivers. Justin’s field experience drives ShuttleForge’s real-world usability and outfitter-first design
Together, the TripForge team is using technology and AI to build the next generation of outdoor logistics software—bridging the gap between river runners, outfitters, and service providers.
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