Originally Posted by
BengalCat
You probably are aware, but just in case, if you have or get Strava you can connect it to Garmin Connect. Consequently, all the data will be recorded automatically on upload to both and Strava has the gradient info you seek.
Yes - thank you. Now that I have confirmed that Garmin Connect does not show gradient percentages, I need to find the best application and stick with it. Map My Ride has been ok, but I looked at Ride With GPS yesterday and like the way in which it shows climb gradients at every point along a route. MMR is not that precise, as you can have a climb that starts at 5% and ends at 9.5%, but MMR shows it as a 9% climb from beginning to end.
I don't really use the social connectivity features of these applications, so I am wondering what everyone's overall preference is for route planning, ride statistics, etc. Is Strava the best or is it geared more toward those who want to connect with others through the app?