Why does my Strava cut out?

Your device may have simply lost a connection to GPS satellites and did not record any data. Your Strava activity may be missing a map, show a straight line connecting your start and endpoints, or was automatically tagged as an indoor activity. Your device may have recorded GPS points that deviate from your true path.

Why does Strava reduce my distance?

In most cases, this will be because one or both of your GPS devices recorded location (or other) data that does not accurately represent your activity. Things like GPS drift, GPS signal loss or a ‘jumpy’ GPS track can cause your activity to report more or less distance than you actually traveled.

Can I edit distance on Strava?

Fortunately, you can edit distance and time in Strava. This editing process is called cropping and lets you remove unwanted parts of an activity. You cannot add distance though. If your cycle computer or running watch did not start correctly, you cannot add on those lost miles, only remove them.

What happened Strava segments?

Today, Strava sold its segmented soul. Only devices like those from Garmin/Wahoo/Hammerhead/etc that have Strava Live Segments can display that for paying members. – Non-paying users will no longer get the web route builder: If you want to build routes, you’ll need to use another platform.

How can I improve my Strava accuracy?

Settings > Additional Settings > Battery & performance > Manage apps battery usage > apps > Strava. Settings > Additional Settings > Privacy > Location > ensure you are using High Accuracy for Location Mode and allowing location access.

Why does Strava stop recording mid ride?

The slower speeds often cause the app to pause frequently and have trouble resuming which will result in recording issues. Opening the Strava app to view the record screen will reactive GPS tracking and ensure the recording is resumed when you begin moving.

How do I get better GPS on Strava?

Steps to Take when Investigating GPS Issues on Android Devices

1. Turn the phone off/on.
2. Turn GPS off/on.
3. Be sure Strava is allowed to use your location.
4. Disable any battery saver settings including Power Saving Mode, Battery Management, Optimization or any third-party apps.

Is strava accurate for distance?

Strava is about as accurate as the GPS that feeds it data. If that’s your phone, it may depend where you wear or carry your phone – your body can occlude the signal from some of the satellites making it somewhat less accurate. Strava is about as accurate as the GPS that feeds it data.

How do I save a segment on Strava?

Use the Strava map to make sure the segment doesn’t already exist. Start recording your activity at the beginning of your proposed segment. Stop at the end of your proposed segment and save the ride.

What are Strava hidden segments?

By “Hiding” a segment, you vote to decrease its popularity and hide that segment on all of your activities. When you “Unhide” a segment, you increase its popularity rating and vote to show that segment on all of your activities.

How do I split an activity in Strava?

If you need to split an activity of a different type, change the activity to a ride or run, follow the instructions below, and change the activity back to the correct type. On the Strava website, navigate to the activity that you’d like to split. Click the ellipses and choose Split.

Why is my Strava activity not recording?

Your device may have simply lost a connection to GPS satellites and did not record any data. Your Strava activity may be missing a map, show a straight line connecting your start and end points or was automatically tagged as an indoor activity.

How do I crop ride or run on Strava?

How to use the Crop Tool From the activity page on the Strava website, click on the wrench icon. Select “Crop Ride or Run” from the drop-down menu. Use the sliders to specify the portion you would like to keep. For small adjustments, you can use the buttons labeled “back” and “forward” below the left and right ends of the slider.

What happens when I Turn Off autopause on Strava?

With autopause disabled, Strava will calculate moving and stopped time during the upload process instead of during the activity. Autopause may not resume automatically if you remain stopped for a long time. Some phones will shut off the GPS signal to conserve battery if it is not being used for some time.