Your Garmin Connect account can be linked to your Strava account in order for activities uploaded to Garmin Connect to automatically show up in your Strava account. To enable syncing, the two accounts must be linked either through Garmin Connect using the app or online from a personal computer.
Do I need Strava premium to sync with Garmin?
Though you'll still require a Strava Summit membership (Strava's premium subscription tier) to create personalised routes, this new Garmin Sync feature makes it possible to star your friend's ride routes and automatically sync them with your device if you're feeling inspired (or want to try and steal a few KOM/QOMs).
Why is Strava distance different to Garmin?
Under normal conditions, differences should be minimal when comparing distance or speed metrics on Strava versus the GPS device, but any small inconsistencies are likely due to number crunching on both ends - Strava processes and analyzes the data in the file independently, whereas most GPS devices tabulate these
Is Strava the most accurate?
Strava is about as accurate as the GPS that feeds it data. If that's your phone, it may depend where you wear or carry your phone - your body can occlude the signal from some of the satellites making it somewhat less accurate. Strava is about as accurate as the GPS that feeds it data.
Are Garmin watches more accurate?
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Is Garmin or iPhone more accurate?
Are GPS Watches More Accurate Than iPhone? A strong and dedicated GPS watch tends to have more overall accuracy than an iPhone for a variety of different reasons. First, most GPS watches, especially those by Garmin, have advanced satellite GPS sensors through standard, GLONASS, and Galileo technology.
How do I manually sync my Garmin to Strava?
- Ensure that you have downloaded the Strava app on your phone, have created a Strava account, and are logged in.
- Open the Garmin Connect app.
- Open the app menu.
- Select Settings.
- Select Connected Apps.
- Select Strava.
- Select Agree.
- Select Authorize.