Strava

Strava is a route-planning and activity recording app used by millions of cyclists across the world. It launched in 2009. in 2020 it passed 3 billion activity uploads.

Strava’s smartphone app is commonly used to record rides and other activities, although it’s also possible to sync to Strava from Garmin, Wahoo, and many other GPS devices. The Strava app uses ride data to build leaderboards of user-generated segments (pre-defined sections of route) with the fastest time given the title of KOM (King of the Mountain) or QOM (Queen of the Mountain)

Strava’s premium offering, Strava Summit, includes a range of extra features including a tracking beacon, fitness analysis, training plans and more. 

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Thu, Mar 07, 2024 09:54
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Strava introduces messaging – you can now communicate with your friends on the app

The fitness app users can now send messages to their friends and create group chats – and you don't need a Strava subscription (and you can turn it off)

Mon, Dec 04, 2023 14:00
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A mini guide to cycling words and phrases that have been lost, found or reborn (and some that are just downright irritating)

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Fri, Nov 17, 2023 17:30
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Strava introduces Flyover 3D video maps – years after withdrawing support for similar Relive system

New feature is designed to give you a bird’s eye video recap of your Strava activities

Wed, Nov 15, 2023 14:00
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Is this the most bizarre drop handlebar you’ve ever seen? Plus more tech news from Strava, Trek, Canyon, DJI, Campagnolo, Lezyne, 3T + loads more

Check out new bikes, wheels, lights and clothing, plus a new action camera from DJI that looks set to take on GoPro...

Sat, Aug 05, 2023 11:00
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Tadej Pogačar smashes famous Col de la Madone Strava KOM

The Slovenian's appearance at the World Championships in Scotland was today confirmed, two days after he beat Richie Porte's 2016 benchmark by 30 seconds

Mon, Jul 31, 2023 15:23
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Why is Strava telling me how much CO2 I’ve saved by cycling? Plus more tech news from Specialized, Cadex, Kickstarter & loads more

Check out all of the week's tech news, including spy shots of Specialized's unreleased Tarmac SL8, a mini battery-powered pump, new lighweight saddles, and the camper you can tow behind your bike

Sat, Jul 29, 2023 11:00
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Tour de France 2023: The best pros to follow on Strava during the world’s biggest bike race

The yellow jersey contenders, stage hunters, sprinters and home favourites you need to be following this July...

Tue, Jun 27, 2023 12:57
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Updated: Strava Heatmap could allow identification of user addresses, say researchers

University researchers claim users’ home addresses can be identified in some circumstances, raising privacy concerns for active users in remote areas; Strava responds

Tue, Jun 13, 2023 17:05
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Strava to automatically flag suspicious activities in hopes to improve leaderboard accuracy

Uh oh… Wait, you still have your KOM/QOM!

Thu, Jun 08, 2023 10:37
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