cycle path map for android

[funkylyn]

I have google maps on my new phone, sustrans only do an iPhone app, does anyone know if there is an available app for traffic free cycle paths for an android phone ?
I am still learning my way around this phone, so sorry if I am missing something obvious

Lynda

 

[Cyclezee]

There are a few Android Apps here Lynda Top 10 Android Bike Apps

 

[funkylyn]

Thanks John

 

[Cyclezee]

Oh yes, forgot to mention RunKeeper, just do a search for it on the app market.

 

[funkylyn]

Will do
Thanks John.

 

[bert11]

spoke to some Sustrans chaps on a cycle path today; they said the androd version is days away

 

[funkylyn]

Thanks Bert.....thats really good news, I have looked at their iPhone app and its great, so heres hoping the android version is out soon and just as good.
Was beginning to think I should have got an iPhone after all......
However I have already downloaded bike route app and it showed me the route from Ilminster to taunton and automatically took me along the country lanes away from the very busy A358....which I would never cycle along in a month of sundays !
So I think I will get a lot of use out of that app.
I will keep an eye on the sustrans site but would appreciate it if you would post if you hear any more.

 

[Cyclezee]

Bike Route looks quite good, I have downloaded it and put in a few local routes that I already know, they are exactly the same as the routes I would have tekan.

 

[funkylyn]

I think it looks excellent......cant wait to try it out

 

[garrence]

I use Maverick Pro. It shows a map with your current location, direction of travel and which way you are currently facing.

You can switch between different map sources. I mostly use

• OSM Cycle Map. This is made by volunteers out with bikes and GPS so coverage isn't complete. I'm in Sheffield and it's better than Google Maps. The cycle routes are all highlighted.
• Google Satellite occasionally if I want to see what a road on the map is like in real life
• Google Maps on the odd occasion I'm somewhere that OSM doesn't cover well.

If I'm following a route then I'll plot it first on BikeHike and put it on the phone. It's shown as a blue line and is much easier to follow than reading the map.

I cache the map tiles before I set off so they come up straight away without needing an internet connection.

 

[funkylyn]

Thanks garrence good info there, Bike Route is certainly very good but will look into the others too

Lynda

 

[eddieo]

Is there anything available for a Blackberry? Any links to "bike route" please, as I cant find nufink.....

 

[funkylyn]

Is there anything available for a Blackberry? Any links to "bike route" please, as I cant find nufink.....

Its BikeRoute.nanosheep.net I think its just for android......

Lynda

 

[bode]

If I'm following a route then I'll plot it first on BikeHike and put it on the phone. It's shown as a blue line and is much easier to follow than reading the map.

I use BikeHike and print it on piece of paper and take it with me...

 

[Caph]

I'd be very wary of using Sustrans routes. Some take you ridiculously out of your way and some go through areas that I wouldn't cycle through after midday let alone in the evening. Your best bet is to use Google Maps combined with Bing maps zoomed to OS level and combine it with a healthy dollop of local knowledge, either your own or from a friend/colleague.

Good luck.

 

[funkylyn]

I'd be very wary of using Sustrans routes. Some take you ridiculously out of your way and some go through areas that I wouldn't cycle through after midday let alone in the evening. Your best bet is to use Google Maps combined with Bing maps zoomed to OS level and combine it with a healthy dollop of local knowledge, either your own or from a friend/colleague.

Good luck.

Thats a very good point Caph, I remember two years ago, turning back on the cycle path to bristol as I suddenly didnt feel safe, and that was in the morning.
As a usually solo cyclist, and a woman, I always listen to my instincts, like I have learnt to when wildcamping alone in my m/home....
On that occasion i turned around and headed into Bath and felt totally safe and thoroughly enjoyed it.

Your post serves as a timely reminder that we must always be aware of possible dangers and try to stay one step ahead of potential dangers.

Happy cycling
Lynda