DISQUS

ajbird · 4 months ago

yes, it is a very cool app.. also worth checking out is gpsed.com which does a similar thing which you may or may not prefer. I have still not made my mind up which I prefer.

Name · 4 months ago

Great post, I try to do the same, except I don't have a data plan, so sometimes I lose GPS lock downtown amidst the buildings. Also Sportstracker likes to be linked to a server if an account is associated. So I usually dis-associate my user when I'm out. A minor annoyance for such fantastic free software.

expalmandse · 4 months ago

I love the app and use it often. Remaining issues:
1.- How can my non-nokia friends browse my uploaded workouts (apart from emailing them a particular workout link - cumbersome. So far I do upload sharing with everybody)
2.- How to display the route I'm doing on a map within SportsTracker (not just a wandering line on a white background)
3.- how to use and old route as a guide of where to go (i.e. I've been offroading on bicycle following friends and trying to emulate the route afterwards)
4.- Cannot properly open the website on the E71
5.- Have issues uploading via wifi

swestar · 4 months ago

@name I don't have a data plan either. Sportstracker links to a server only when you upload - I upload when I'm close to my home Wifi.

@expalmandse I'll try answering your questions accordingly,
Question 1: How can my non-nokia friends browse my uploaded workouts (apart from emailing them a particular workout link - cumbersome. So far I do upload sharing with everybody)
Answer: Have a look at my blog www.swerunner.com and you'll see a very useful way of embedding the sportstracker profile into my blog with real time updates. In your profile page you can share whatever workout you'd like by providing its homepage link - the Sportstracker service offers a wide range of sharing options to blogger, facebook, twitter etc.

Question 2. How to display the route I'm doing on a map within SportsTracker (not just a wandering line on a white background)
Answer: In your phones sportstracker application you have the option to display the map view locations as well (it'll consume some data)

Question 3. how to use and old route as a guide of where to go (i.e. I've been offroading on bicycle following friends and trying to emulate the route afterwards)
Answer: you can save and "re-use" any routes you like, I do that alot to time laps. It's very easy to spot on the map view if you're to far off your original route.

Question: 4. Cannot properly open the website on the E71
Answer: That's true it needs proper flash, the built in S60 browser can't display it properly. Solution is by simply using Opera Mini you can view some of your profile, groups and workouts.

5.Question: Have issues uploading via wifi
Answer: Two solutions, I suggest you try a) if that fails try b)

a) Refreshing the connection on your phones sportstracker
Sometimes when you swith between Wifi to GSM or 3G the Sportstracker software on the phone doesn't comprehend the transition between the connection you're currently on. Inside the S60 sportstracker application, try to refresh or reset your connection by choosing the Connections Options in General Settings and set it to "None" or no connection then switch back to the connection you're currently on.

b) Clearing the media cache on your phones sportstracker
Perhaps all the information "leftovers" from the media files (music,pics, videos) needs to cleaned of, like the analogy an oldfashioned web browser wiping the temporary files clean. Here's how to clean the cache memory. Open Sportstracker on your phone:
go to Settings > General Settings > Options > Clear media cache

Dim · 4 months ago

Great app the SportsTracker.

Does anyone know when/if the E71 will ever be compatible with the Polar Belt , so that you can also take track of the heart rate?

Name · 4 months ago

It's a very nice app.
As a marathon runner I could not immagine to take a mobile phone on my runs, but I see it a great "motivation booster" for beginners and joggers.

Coen · 4 months ago

Practical question. How do you carry your E71 during your workout?

stoli · 4 months ago

"Practical question. How do you carry your E71 during your workout?"

Yes that is a good question. I have no plan to carry it without any additional bag.

static · 4 months ago

I guess point being that without data pln and relying entirely on GPS signal you can't really carry it in the pocket because you will then lose the sigal.

Thus one would probably need an arm band to place it above you elbow and lower than shoulder.

Let me know of other ways to carry it other than in my hand.
Cheers

raffle · 4 months ago

I'm curious as to how people carry it as well. Putting it in a pocket adds too much weight to light running clothes. Carrying it in my hand isn't ideal because of the eventual sweat. I haven't seen any products available that would make it practical for running.

swestar · 4 months ago

very good question indeed I'm already been somewhat working on the answer, perhaps my upcoming article "phone accessories on the run" would interest you?

Don't worry Im already one step ahead of ya ;) Ḯ'll try to share some of the accessories I use along with E71 during my workouts!!!

raffle · 4 months ago

That would be great. Definitely looking forward to the article.

Sebastian · 4 months ago

Nice post. I have used the Sportstracker a lot over the last months. But till now, i haven't found a way to import tracks which i have created in other apps or webservices (e.g. gpx-files).

Any ideas?

Aseem · 4 months ago

I have tried downloading it but have failed. The home page keeps opening even after entering the info. Is it available in India? Also carrying the phone while working out does seem a bit difficult. But I am sure there is a solution to that.