Originally Posted by
njkayaker
I realize that (and I think it's great). But it's a defect if paths/roads are misrepresented. I don't see short sections (that require walking) as a problem.
That is why it is beta. I have no idea where they get their data, but I'd be foolish to think that much of it isn't auto-generated based on bots. It is a good resource, but needs to be verified before use.
Originally Posted by
mdilthey
In Iceland, there's a comprehensive cycling map that dictates the conditions expected for every road. Number of cars, gradient, road condition, etc. All keyed out - for literally every road in the entire country.
And yet none of that data is in Google Maps, OpenCycleMaps, or any other online maps programs I've seen. Google doesn't even offer biking directions there. I'm really missing the elevation profiles when planning.
People did fine without any digital mapping for decades. Even a complete cycling luddite can just turn around if a road is unsafe. Nobody is perilously careening down riverbeds thinking "Google said this would turn out fine!"
I'd really like to believe that, but:
Apple Maps glitch directs drivers onto Alaska airport runway - Telegraph
Ontario lake GPS fail as woman drives 100ft into freezing Canadian waters | Daily Mail Online
https://www.cnet.com/news/gps-sends-...ut-of-her-way/