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Best Smartphone Apps for Bikers / Cyclists
Biking is the new fitness and fun craze and as a biker, you have not been left out. A myriad of mobile Apps have been designed just to meet your particular needs. These Apps run on your mobile phone and are designed according to the operating system that runs your phone. Therefore, as a biker, using an Android Phone, Windows Phone or an iPhone, you only need to have a bike phone mount then your phone is secured and you are good to ride away.
Smartphone Apps on Android, iPhones at no Cost.
1. Strava
Launched in 2009, this is the most popular Smartphone app among cyclists. It tracks and records your ride, providing distance and speed. It is set apart from other apps by the presence of ‘Segments’ that show your times on leader boards so you can see how you compare to others who have cycled the same road. It also has the social functionality that allows you to follow the weekly progress of cycling friends, join clubs and take part in challenges.
2. My Virtual Mission
It is aimed towards your personal riding interests. This app allows you to set an ultimate goal and then you can work towards it. For example, if you set out to ride around the African coast, you set up a virtual journey on the app and every mile you cycle is plotted on the virtual journey. This is fun and motivational.
3. Google Maps
This app has been in use for long though you might have never considered it.The latest version offers turn by turn navigation and works very well.
4. Map My Ride
This awesome app plots your route or finds a new route for you. Its database has many routes therefore, get your bike phone mount and be on your way to exploring and adventure.
5. Fill That Hole
It is annoying to ride on a road with numerous holes. Therefore, as a means to alert authorities and take part in community policing, this android and iPhone app will help in keeping your roads and other riders safe.
6. St John Ambulance First Aid for Cyclists
This app will equip you with first aid skills that you can easily employ if you run into an accident scene or you fall off your bike. Reading the screen on the bike phone mount, the whole process is made efficient.
7. Santander Cycles
This app allows you to find your nearest bike and docking station. It can also plan your routes offering you the quieter or quickest routes. Whichever fits your preference! They also have built-in timers.
8. Cycle Streets
This app puts into consideration your stage in cycling. It therefore maps out a route for beginners, intermediate cyclists and Commuters/ experts.
In conclusion, your riding needs have been made easier with all these different apps. It is up to you to pick an appropriate app.
Author Bio
Timothy Simpson is a world renowned rider. He has won many races and always incorporates use of a bike phone mount for efficiency and convenience in riding across and around the world. 🙂
