
You set the starting place and then plot the route on the map by clicking down the roads and paths you want to go. When you're planning your rides and routes being able to make your own route manually is very useful. There are some some things the app and site do really well but there are some areas that could definitely be improved. It’s mainly designed for runners and cyclists and it has a great mix of analytics, tracking, route functions and social interaction.

Strava is one of the most popular cycling apps and sites out there. We mention a couple of them in this section as they are definitely worth a look. There are of course apps and sites out there that we don't use but are really popular with good reputations.

When planning your route and navigating while on the bike you’ll find apps and websites invaluable.īut for the beginner just starting out, it can be hard to decide what to use.īelow we list the main apps and sites that we use to plan our cycling trips in Japan and also to keep us on track while pedaling into the unknown. There's a lot to know which can be overwhelming for beginners but in this guide I’ll show you the key things to know about planning and navigating that I’ve used for the last 15 years cycling in Japan.

“Honestly if the house was on fire,” Cooper said, “My bike would be top of the list for things to grab while running out.” As urban cycling grows in popularity the world over, more and more people are eyeing bikes with a newfound curiosity. In our latest free guide, we share a few tips and tricks for anyone new to urban cycling who is looking to get started.This resource is going to show you how to plan your cycling routes and navigate around Japan on a bike. The next day, you get on a bike for a quick ride and suddenly you’re hooked, you’re an everyday cyclist. One day, you haven’t ridden a bike since childhood.

Her story is similar to that of so many others. “Once I realized how much easier it was to just hop on my bike and ride anywhere I want to go, it quickly became my number one way to get around.” Cooper now rides her bike everywhere in her home city of Philadelphia, relishing in her ability to blow past traffic, easily meet up with friends on nights out, or simply pick up groceries without the hassle of finding parking. “I bought my first bike in the city off of a flyer in my building elevator for $50 with the intention of using it to get to and from friends houses,” said Lenna Cooper, Lifestyle Marketing Manager for Fuji Bikes.
