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I think there are so many better routing apps for cyclists and walking but everybody defaults to Google Maps. Even people who ask me for advice on cycling routes sends me a Gmaps screenshot as if it's the only navigation app that exists.

Here are some examples I wrote down (I'm also an OSM mapper): https://jakecoppinger.blog/articles/the-best-apps-for-bicycl...

Assuming the future is already here with better navigation, how do we encourage people to use anything but Gmaps? Would love to hear any thoughts :)



You should give https://www.komoot.de/ a try. It has a well-designed UI, very good routing, voice navigation (crucial for biking imo) and includes one map region for free.


Thanks, will do!




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