Introduction to Bikepacking Navigation Using Gaia GPS - Mountaineers Seattle Program Center

This clinic is for cyclists and bikepackers interested in using Gaia GPS as a navigation tool for rides and bikepacking trips. No experience with this platform is required; however, there are some pre-clinic requirements (see below).

Clinic focus:

How to use the Gaia GPS (GaiaGPS) mapping software for cyclists in combination with a GPS device/Smartphone. We will  discuss:

1. Introduction to navigation tools, pros and cons of GaiaGPS
2. Things to do before you ride
3. Using the App during the ride
4. What to do with the data after the ride
5. Hands-on practice downloading and using a route file
6. Resource Links

Pre-Clinic Homework for PARTICIPANTS

• Set up a free GaiaGPS account (if you don’t already have an account). Please note the free account is very basic, but sufficient for this introductory clinic. https://www.gaiagps.com/register/?next=/
• Download the mobile app to your phone: 
  • https://blog.gaiagps.com/download-gaia-gps-ios-android-app-qr-code/ 
• Recommended Reading: Take a peek at the App functions via "How to Use Gaia GPS" -- https://help.gaiagps.com/hc/en-us/articles/9067661557399-How-to-Use-Gaia-GPS

Pre-Clinic Questionnaire for Attendees:

Please complete the "registration notes" that show up upon registration.

REQUIRED EQUIPMENT

• Android or Apple smartphone with current version of Gaia GPS application installed.

Can also bring a laptop and use the browser-based version of Gaia. However the clinic will focus on in-app functionality.

Seattle Program Center at 6 PM in Cascade A and B