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5 iPhone apps for cyclists
Due
to modern technological advances, there are now numerous varieties of
apps available to aid and entertain you for any aspect of your day to
day life. If you are an avid cyclist there are a wealth of apps to
help you optimise your riding performance, track your progress, find
optimal destinations and even communicate with fellow cyclists.
Listed below are five of these ingenious apps which promise to
intrigue and inform you whilst you travel.
1-Cycle
Tracker Pro ($4.99)
Cycle
Tracker Pro provides you with
precise data regarding every element of your journey. It notifies you
of your speed, distance, altitude, time as well as the amount of
calories you have burned. It displays this information on an easy to
use interface which also enables you to play music from your iPod
whilst you cycle, permitting you to set certain tracks for specific
sections of your route, to boost your motivation when you need it the
most! You can also keep in contact with your friends and other
cyclists through Facebook and Twitter.
2-Bike Doctor 2 ($4.99)
Available for both iPhone and Android, Bike
Doctor 2 is a vital lifeline for any cyclist because it provides
you with a list of the twenty nine most common bike repairs to help
you in the case of any incident. The app provides easy to follow,
step-by-step guides to show you how to fix a myriad of issues, from
mending punctures to stopping gears from skipping. Moreover, the app
contains a safety check option so you can be confident your bike is
fully operational before commencing any ride.
3-Bike
Hub ($0)
This
free app informs you of the best cycling routes in your area. Bike
Hub
permits you to choose the ride which suits you best; be it a quiet
route, a hectic one, or a combination of the two. Furthermore, Bike
Hub lists all the local
bike shops and garages
in your area so you can easily stock up on supplies.
4-EveryTrail ($3.90)
You'll
never get lost again! This app enables you to view your current
position and cycling route on a Google Map or satellite view.
Utilising GPS, EveryTrail
integrates your saved rides onto your account on their website as
well as allowing you to download 'Open Street Maps' to your phone,
simultaneously conserving battery life and helping you find your
chosen destination with ease. Additionally, you have the opportunity
to test drive this app for free, testing up to a maximum of three
rides, before upgrading to the advanced version.
5-Rendezvous
Rendezvous
is the perfect app if you enjoy group cycling rides. The app permits
you to organise group rides by creating an event and inviting people
to join. Subsequently, you can post messages between riders to
finalise ride details and discuss possible routes. Moreover, during
the actual ride, you can track the locations of your other group
members, ensuring no-one is lost or left behind!
These apps are certain to enrich your riding experience and add a hint of modern technology to the timeless classic hobby of cycling. There are even bicycles available from Jardine Motors which you can connect your smartphone to and have a phone holder so you can easily use your apps on the move. The bicycle will even charge your phone as you cycle along! Whether you cycle out with your friends and all the latest technology or alone on a classic bike, have a great ride.
Author
This article was
written by Bradley Taylor, a freelance writer from Derby, England.
Bradley is a motoring enthusiast who loves writing about cars and
everything automotive, but he is versatile and also writes across a
variety of other topics. You can keep connected with Bradley on
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