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07-03-16 | 06:29 PM

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Steve B.

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Originally Posted by gif4445

Using Google maps to help plan a tour route. Selecting the bike option puts me on gravel at times. Is there a way to avoid the gravel, and also the interstate system, while still in the bicycle mode?

I don't like Google for route planning, using RideWithGPS instead. Better routing options, IMO. The basic sign up is free.

Problem is I don't know any on line mapping program that will allow you to deselect gravel or non paved roads. Highways, yes you can avoid, but not off pavement.

I think part of the problem is all the on-line programs use the Google map set as the basic and Google doesn't seem to differentiate well, pavement from dirt.

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