MyRoute-app and XT2 - why we chose them

[@waerlogauk]

I use my root app together with the my root app navigator on a phone. There are rugged mobile phones available now that will work fine on a motorbike and cost less than any of the dedicated GPS options. The phone having internet connectivity allows for seamless loading of roots and easy updating of maps. It also not surprisingly integrates the navigator app features completely with the my route app planning.

[@jwcivccc]

Please give more detail about those nuances you refer to. I use RideWithGPS and love its PC interface to create routes. I previously used a smart phone to navigate those routes but have recently began using the xt2 also. While impressed with the display ... i feel a few steps back towards that garbage basecamp experience i also was forced to use for years. Do u import a track or route for the xt2?

[@GaryFrance_Tour1]

I always import a route into the XT2. I had a love / hate relationship with Basecamp - it did everything I needed it to do, but in a really difficult way, so I was very pleased to finally be able to dump using it. Like all new kit, when we buy it, we first have to get used to how it works and yes, I found getting used to the XT2 had a steep learning curve, but as with all these things, the more you use it, the more familiar it becomes. Stick with it and you will be fine. :-)

[@marco-tiopet4020]

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[@nikkij1618]

Thanks for the video. I’ve used MyRouteApp for route planning for a while now I use it with a TomTom 550. Do you use the free version of MRA or the paid version please? Out of interest have you ever used a TomTom? I know it’s the age old argument a bit like Apple v Android but as someone who plans and rides a lot just interested in your thoughts. Thanks

[@GaryFrance_Tour1]

Hi Nikki, I use the paid version and I do that because there are some features in the paid version that I need as a motorcycle tour operator. I did use Tom Tom a long time ago and at that time, I compared Tom Tom with Garmin and the latter was better, but I stress that was at that time. I haven't done a comparison recently because I am happy with the way Garmin works.

[@nikkij1618]

Thanks Gary

[@JaySalvoUK]

Hello, Gary based on your advice and videos previously I've converted to MyRouteApp with my XT2. I'm not sure whether I'm doing something wrong but I've noticed if I try to save a gpx file in either 1.1 or 1.2 and opt for (route, track, POI) the XT2 always changes the route and often draws a straight line between the last two points with no route plotted and if you miss a particular point it throws a wobbly and you have to revert back to just typing in an address for your end destination. Is there a solution or is it a MyRouteApp thing or a Garmin problem? Any help appreciated. Thanks Jay

[@GaryFrance_Tour1]

Hi Jay, I have never experienced that before so I am not able to shed any light on why that might be happening, sorry.

[@karlr1tt]

Try to not use the tread app but directly from your laptop to your xt2 to map gpx. Use the 1.2. Just see what happens, hope this will work for you Jay.

[@JaySalvoUK]

@@karlr1tt thanks I’ll give it a whirl.

[@joshegeman6503]

I have the same problem Jay. Try 1.1 and then the tracks they said Here in the Netherlands. Play the track om your device.

[@joshegeman6503]

Gary, your routes gave me a good idea for my trip this year in France and Zwitserland. Thanks.