[kneedrachen]

Hoping some of you can help me out here. Since I starting to train for the NJ Gran Fondo, I'd like to start tracking my climbing (in)ability. I used MapMyRide for the first time but manually making my route on the map. When I check on elevation, it shows the elevation gain/loss but no hard figures for total climbing etc. Is there another website that offers this function?

I'm tempted to go the 4S/Wahoo route since my cyclometer is DOA and I'm due for an upgrade but if MapMyRide doesn't offer this, not sure if it is worth it just yet.

Thanks In Advance.

 

[Xela]

Check out RideWithGPS.com I've found their elevations are close to what my Garmin shows. The max and average grade is usually off, but the overall gain/loss seems accurate. Plus, there's less adds, it's free, and I think the mapping is easier.

 

[kneedrachen]

Thanks for your help; I knew I could count on you! Now when is the TwoSpoke get-together?

 

[rola643]

Check out RideWithGPS.com I've found their elevations are close to what my Garmin shows. The max and average grade is usually off, but the overall gain/loss seems accurate. Plus, there's less adds, it's free, and I think the mapping is easier.

+1 good stuff if you aren't using SportTracks.

 

[Hazy]

I also use the RWGPS site. I like it and you can also add friends on there.

Note about elevation though is I normally go in and use the edit function where there is a box to check for elevation correction using their geological survey maps and such. Once you check it and hit ok it will adjust automatically.

 

[kneedrachen]

Hazy-

Is that if you upload a gpx file or just make the route on their map?

 

[Hazy]

Hazy-

Is that if you upload a gpx file or just make the route on their map?

I think when mapping it automatically uses their geosurvey information.

I hit the edit from my uploaded garmin info to do the elevation corrections.

Shoot the owners of the site an email to find out for sure. They are personally active and involved and will answer you. At least they have me.

 

[Screamingson]

I'm using Endomondo app right now. Tracks elevation changes, speed, and each individual miles times. This is the only thing I've used so far

 

[INTEGRATE]

Check out Strava. They've got a great iPhone app as does the +3Network.

 

[kneedrachen]

Are they device based? I think Strava is, right?

Basically I bought a Garmin 405 w/ HRM on clearance from Amazon. The documentation is lacking, to say the least. I called Garmin with some questions and they were zero help.

I know some devices (Edge 800 comes to mind) you can export your data to a computer and then overlay your route in Google Maps and extract your data as far as elevation, etc. This is what I am looking to do rather than trace a route every time by taking mental or written notes while I am riding.

 

[bonesindustries]

rola what is the runtracker (i think) you use, that shows up on twitter?

 

[rola643]

rola what is the runtracker (i think) you use, that shows up on twitter?

Runkeeper here

I really only use that for walking or MTB right now

 

[INTEGRATE]

The 405 should work with strata and the +3Network.

 

[kneedrachen]

Thanks for the replies. I have the ANT+ stick for USB, just have yet to finish installing everything.