Measurement

jarv · #1 21st Aug 07, 10:13 AM

by what methods do you guys accurately measure your distances?

Runningfox · #2 21st Aug 07, 10:27 AM

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Originally Posted by jarv

by what methods do you guys accurately measure your distances?

I use the Anquet mapping system on my computer, just trace my route and it comes up with the exact distance and amount of ascent. But it's fairly expensive to buy. I use it mainly for measuring my coast to coast routes across Scotland.
Cheers!

Granty · #3 21st Aug 07, 10:33 AM

I mostly use http://www.gmap-pedometer.com this works well for me but I usually run on the road.

Rob · #4 21st Aug 07, 10:35 AM

I use a Satnav watch which clocks your distance, avg speed, calories burnt etc. Garmin models are very popular.

quisquam.net · #5 21st Aug 07, 12:36 PM

Roads (which isn't that often) I just use good ole Google Earth or Google Maps. In fact, I use both on my virtual run.

Good thing is, they're free! lol

You can also track your run distance at different sites online.

quisquam.net · #6 21st Aug 07, 12:36 PM

http://www.mapmyrun.com

That is just one good example.

flakey · #7 21st Aug 07, 01:06 PM

try www.mapmytri.com. If you stick to roads then tick the 'follow roads' box. This greatly speeds up the tracing process.

hayley1977 · #8 21st Aug 07, 02:04 PM

Hi i use www.runlondon.com/RouteFinder i find its really good as if its off road it has satellite and you can zoom right in. Also you can save all your routes.

Steve · #9 21st Aug 07, 03:12 PM

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Originally Posted by quisquam.net

http://www.mapmyrun.com

That is just one good example.

I use mapmy run too.... but only when I want to do long runs for marathon training.

Grant · #10 21st Aug 07, 06:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Steve

I use mapmy run too.... but only when I want to do long runs for marathon training.

+1, I use it for that too.