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About HailTrace

HailTrace provides the most reliable and accurate weather data to help you stay ahead of severe weather events. With industry-leading maps for hail, wind, hurricanes, and tornadoes, our software delivers detailed event insights that empower businesses to identify new leads, assess property damage, and manage customer relationships more efficiently.

With over 90 years of combined experience, we’ve earned the trust of over 10,000 satisfied clients. Our platform is designed to streamline your sales process, track performance in real time, and enable data-driven decisions, all from a user-friendly dashboard. Customization options, such as tailored data fields and asset pins, allow you to adapt the system to your specific business needs.

From mobile app functionality to live forecasting, HailTrace offers a complete suite of features, including interactive maps, storm notifications, and premium customer support. We even provide a free demo to showcase how our tools can transform your operations and help you reach your goals faster.

Stay ahead of the storm with HailTrace!

About the Raising Hail Tour

Get ready for another exciting year of storm season insights at the Raising Hail Tour 2026, hosted by HailTrace! Whether you’re a seasoned storm chaser or just curious about what the upcoming season has in store, this is the event you won’t want to miss.

Why Attend?

Comprehensive Storm Forecasts

Be the first to know what to expect for the storm season in your area and across the country. Gain critical insights that will help you prepare for whatever Mother Nature has planned.

Complimentary Lunch & Giveaways

Enjoy a delicious complimentary lunch while you network and absorb valuable information. The first 125 attendees in each city will receive a free T-shirt, plus there will be a Yeti cooler giveaway and lots of vendor swag!

Expert Speakers Line-up

Alongside our in-depth hail forecast, you’ll hear from industry leaders who will provide essential tips and strategies to get ready for storm season.

Vendor Showcase

Discover cutting-edge products and services from a variety of industry-leading sponsors. It’s the ideal chance to explore the latest in storm-related technology, tools, and innovations.

Ticket Information

Tickets are available for just $25.

Join us at the Raising Hail Tour 2026 and prepare yourself for the upcoming storm season with unparalleled insight, networking, and tools to help you stay ahead.

Our Founder

Derik Kline is a self-described weather nerd. From an early age, he has been fascinated by severe weather. A true Oklahoman, Derik went on his first storm chase at sixteen.

As the owner of Hail Trace LLC, he carries that same passion into every interaction. His drive to succeed has helped him establish the number-one weather consulting business in the industry.

He is focused on bringing the best products and customer service to the restoration world. If he is not spending time with his amazing wife and four children, you can probably find him pursuing his other love, storm chasing.

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