During cycling challenges, independent special training, or journeys into unknown mountain passes, stable navigation and clear route guidance are key to letting riders focus on pedaling and successfully finishing the ride.
Now, with the Bryton Active app, whether it is an official GPX track file provided by an event, a popular STRAVA route, or a custom challenge route planned by yourself, it can be synced to your bike computer in seconds to start full navigation mode. This article will provide a step-by-step guide on the three most common ways to import routes, ensuring a smooth operational experience.
Method 1: Import External GPX Track Files
Whether it is an official racecourse file published by a cycling league or a private route shared by fellow riders, as long as you download the file in GPX format, you can easily import it via your smartphone.
Smartphone Operational Steps
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iOS System: Long-press the downloaded official race GPX file → Select "Share to Bryton Active App" → The system will automatically sync it to the app.
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Android System: Open the downloaded GPX file → Select "Open with Bryton Active App" to complete the initial import.
Downloading to the Bike Computer
After completing the above steps, please open the Bryton Active app, go to "Course" → "My Routes" → Select the designated route → Click the setting button in the upper right corner → Select "Download to Device." You can then enable the navigation feature directly on your bike computer.
Note: If your GPX route files come from web platforms like Xplova, please download the files to a computer first, and then transfer them to your phone to perform the steps above.
Method 2: STRAVA Route Auto-Sync Setup
If you are used to searching for popular segments on STRAVA or using STRAVA's route planning features, binding via a third-party platform allows you to achieve automatic syncing without manual downloads.
Binding and Syncing Steps
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Open the Bryton Active app and go to the "Course" page.
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Click on "My Routes" and select "Link Third-Party Account."
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Click on "STRAVA" and enable the auto-sync feature.
Once the setup is complete, any segments you have "starred" or routes you have personally created in STRAVA will be automatically uploaded to the Bryton Active app and synced whenever your bike computer connects.
Method 3: Use the Built-In Route Planner in the Bryton Active App
If you want to go on a spontaneous journey of exploration, you do not need to rely on a computer. You can draw a brand-new route directly on your phone using the Bryton Active app.
Built-In Planning Steps
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Open the Bryton Active app, select "My Routes" → Click "Route Planning."
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You can directly tap the "+" icon on the map to add waypoints, or search for a destination, and the system will automatically generate a complete route.
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Name and save the route once setup is complete.
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Tap the setting button in the upper right corner of the screen → Select "Download to Device" to start navigating.
Advanced Feature: Custom POI Landmarks Exclusive to Rider S810 / S510
If you are using the Rider S810 or Rider S510 flagship bike computers, the app also supports custom POIs (Points of Interest) when planning routes.
Checkpoints, official feeding stations, convenience stores, or critical turns can be clearly marked on the map. When you approach or arrive at a custom POI during your ride, an alert sound and a window will instantly pop up on the bike computer screen, ensuring you never miss any critical supply points during long endurance efforts.
Get Ready and Start Your Guided Ride
Whether you are preparing to challenge a classic cycling event this summer or planning to deep-dive into unknown mountain forest trails for off-site special training, take three minutes to set up your route before departing. Leave the rest to your Bryton cycling computer to provide precise navigation for your journey.