Brakeaway Help & Guides

Learn how to use Brakeaway to analyze your cycling routes.

How to Upload Routes

From Strava

  1. Click "Connect Strava" on the main page
  2. Authorize Brakeaway to access your Strava account
  3. Select the activity you want to analyze
  4. Brakeaway will analyze and display results
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From GPX File

  1. Click "Choose GPX File" on the main page
  2. Select a GPX file from your computer
  3. Click "Run analysis"
  4. Results will display immediately
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Draw a Route

  1. Click "Click to Draw Route"
  2. Click on the map to create waypoints
  3. Click "Done" when finished
  4. Brakeaway will analyze your route
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Exporting Routes from Popular Apps

Strava

  1. Navigate to the activity you want to export
  2. Click the menu icon (⋯) on the right side
  3. Select "Export as GPX"
  4. Save the file to your computer

Komoot

  1. Open your planned route or recorded tour
  2. Click "Share" or "Export"
  3. Choose "GPX" format
  4. Save the file

Garmin Connect

  1. Go to Activities and select your activity
  2. Click the gear icon (⚙)
  3. Select "Export to GPX"
  4. Save to your device

Understanding Your Results

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