I could not figure out Trail Forks and was about to delete it. Then, I decided to see what videos there were. Yours was the best.
@j-dogoverthehill24064 жыл бұрын
I’m not sure if someone already mentioned this but if you do a long press on the locate ICON it goes into compass mode. It than orientates in the direction your phone points. Super helpful when on the trail.
@ClintGibbs4 жыл бұрын
Cool!
@danieljames14 жыл бұрын
I currently use and have used Trail Forks for years and still I learned a TON from this vid. Thank you so much for this! 👍
@daleschwenning81564 жыл бұрын
We’ve used Trailforks for a long time.... and totally missed most of the features you showed on this video, Clint. Thank you for making this video. As a side note, we’re just north of Bellingham, in Canada. So when you showed the TF of the area, I kinda teared up a bit. Damn, we miss riding with our southern neighbours!
@89yjrj4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for making this video. It was very informative. I know my Garmin 830 pulls info from Trailforks which is really nice.
@splat10120084 жыл бұрын
Hey Clint , you forgot about the record function (for your ride), and the auto-import into Strava. and then after your ride it will let you do a trail report on the trail conditions too. I've been using Trail Forks for 2 yrs to record all my rides (and importing into strava) and I love it> Thanks!
@ClintGibbs4 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@ejhayes763 жыл бұрын
I always record my rides. It's the best way to keep track of the miles and hours on the bike between services.
@MommyKat20042 жыл бұрын
That is the feature I was looking for. How do you record??? Great tutorial on the other features Thx
@splat10120082 жыл бұрын
@@MommyKat2004 just open TF on your phone, and there should be a "play" button at the top center of the screen, when you press that, it will give you the option to record a ride. Also, one thing I found that helps too, is before you do that, go to settings (3 lines on the upper left of the screen) and go to settings, then GPS settings, and change the "update GPS on Map" to as short as possible (I have mine set to 1 sec), to get the best route tracking. Hope this helps and good luck!
@philjones49034 жыл бұрын
Really good info. For a newbie it is very helpful to see the details and how to use the map. Thanks.
@sanfordcbutler4 жыл бұрын
Thank you. I continue to switch from app to app. I now have a greater understanding of Trailforks.
@foodfordan4 жыл бұрын
The Garmin 530 has Trailforks integrated... my 2nd season with it and absolutely love it ... also has incident reporting ... of your bike crashes it sends your coordinates to predefined contacts ... great if you ride alone
@ClintGibbs4 жыл бұрын
Yeah, I use it on my 830.
@emm042320054 жыл бұрын
Clint: Great info!!! Love Trailforks and use it exclusively for locating trails for where i am and where i plan to be heading. Would be great if you could also do a similar post for how to use/optimize a garmin watch as well as how to connect a garmin devise to trailforks.
@ClintGibbs4 жыл бұрын
There are so many features on Trail Forks... I'll probably do a follow-up video.
@ericnocek2 жыл бұрын
New to Trailforks. This is a very informative and well produced intro to the App. Thanks. I have a Garmin Edge Explore. I am going to try to upload some maps from Trailforks. I have 3 kids in tow now and it is good for me to know what I am getting into on new trails. I have to bail out 3 others now, not just myself.
@KoDe1024 Жыл бұрын
Thanks, very useful for an introduction to Trailforks. I'm in.
@ZillaYT Жыл бұрын
Yeah currently eBikes are not allowed in Pisgah or Dupont, but I know folks who are lobbying for access. I know this is a 2 y/o review, but TF now has a 3D view that can give you a feel of the terrain.
@EskimoMTB4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video, Clint! I didn't know about that ride to trail feature.. learn something new today! I find TF to be very helpful when exploring new areas and I'm surprised at how many ppl don't know about it.
@ejhayes763 жыл бұрын
I'm also amazed at the number of riders who don't know of Trailforks 🤔
@stevewallis50412 жыл бұрын
Really good explanation. I did not know how to use a lot of those features and in fact I found the application to be confusing sometimes but now that I have seen your video,it will be much better Very important to me is to tap the little icon in the upper right hand corner a couple of times until it shows me north and the direction the top of my phone is facing simultaneously, no matter which way I turn my body or my phone Thanks
@michaelferguson73714 жыл бұрын
I reckon the routes feature is cool! To see which other users have recorded and combined trails together to make a fun day out !!
@matthewrood52084 жыл бұрын
Nice review, I like the recording feature which also syncs with Strava
@stephenharden62732 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this tip. I haven't heard of it before. Awesome.
@goldenstardust4 жыл бұрын
Clear and concise video, Clint. Good info!
@rdburton253 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Clint! Very helpful! I always questioned what the bottom meant as per elevation and difficulty. Thanks for explaining! Great video, better that Trailforks Intro Video
@rhroney1 Жыл бұрын
To the point and thoughtful. Thank you!
@nateums4 жыл бұрын
Awesome tips with the route to.. I’ve had this app this whole time and didn’t know about it. Liked and subbed! Thank you!
@bryanx52004 жыл бұрын
awesome ap! gonna check this out thru the weekend. Thanks for making this video
@johnvmtb54404 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing, will go and check out the features on the trail forks👍
@VonSC23 жыл бұрын
Nice overview Clint thanks!
@Charlie_Prinz4 жыл бұрын
I just DLed this based on your review. Looks awesome, thanks so much. :)
@DeanH514 жыл бұрын
Very informative!
@mallorymcguire833 Жыл бұрын
This is excellent, thanks for posting.
@albertokusmic92393 жыл бұрын
Brilliant explanation. Thanks for sharing!
@hughdrummond68434 жыл бұрын
Nice review Clint will give it a try 👍
@netposerx4 жыл бұрын
Thanks. Learned a few things today.
@jbandt4 жыл бұрын
Thats cool! Ill have to check out my local area.
@anthonybomberry99354 жыл бұрын
I like all trails app Mr. Gibbs
@dennismassey19404 жыл бұрын
Great video! Explained very well.
@charliemtbaustralia53084 жыл бұрын
Awesome video mate
@robclayton86822 жыл бұрын
Been tagging your bike trails
@tracylynn77093 жыл бұрын
What I was hoping for is that you would explain how to actually plan and choose the particular Trails for your ride that day. Linking each Trail into a complete ride and then using that as a GPS guidance during your ride itself on the app, can you do this
@ClintGibbs3 жыл бұрын
I do plan to do that in an upcoming video.
@unchewable13 жыл бұрын
Timely post thanks so much
@Larpy19332 жыл бұрын
You da man. Thx.
@tommy_3173 жыл бұрын
Great video 👌
@dangr1234 жыл бұрын
They're about to charge for a pro version... Which is worrisome
@johnnydoe664 жыл бұрын
The only issue I have found is that it's sometimes not up to date to trails that have been added or changed/modified.
@MoGilbert4 жыл бұрын
Great informative video. I'm planning a georgia trip, will definitely use it. Thx.
@jerryhouse53002 жыл бұрын
I’m always looking for a way to add a marker on the parking lot where I start my ride ( so I can find my way back!😁)
@mattybignose18583 жыл бұрын
V helpful. Thanks.
@thearoom3 жыл бұрын
Is there a way to have the map move around and your icon on the map always face forward like a car GPS?
@timloader2 жыл бұрын
Yes you can, at least on the iOS version. Tap the compass icon in the top right until it shows a green background with a white arrow.
@johnpeltier4620 Жыл бұрын
Why does my trail forks now draw a straight line to points when recording? It use to follow my path directly.
@mellissanash75174 жыл бұрын
There is a trail in my area that is orange & that's the pro line. I was told red isn't pro line too, but equal to orange. I don't know what white means though. Also in my area the week to week the trails can change. One week it's cool to ride a bike a week later is say hiking only trail then a week later its cool as long as you aren't bombing it down the hill. Edit: what does second access trail mean?
@generalkeir56053 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@robnestor33713 жыл бұрын
I have a question on the colored blocks without the side profile of the trail. I’ve noticed that there is kind of a line and some of the blocks are below the line and some of the blocks are above the line, Why is this? Why are the blocks are of different lengths?
@simony28012 жыл бұрын
How do you use it to navigate a route. I need a satnav type app to navigate with, can it do this.
@stallroad4 жыл бұрын
Do a demonstration of route creation please
@DirtRoadRemedy Жыл бұрын
Do you need trail forks pro for all these features? I'm trying to figure out if that's worth it these days.
@JogBird4 жыл бұрын
i like the tf website for research and planning, but, its not as useful in the field unless your phone is mounted to your bike
@evdb72464 жыл бұрын
JogBird agree. Be been trying to figure out how you’d use this for anything except planning. I mean, are you going to stop and pull out your phone at every intersection on a trail? I also worry about GPS / cell reception. I’ve ridden (and gotten lost) in DuPont and things got scary quick for an out-of-towner without any cell reception.
@slagletoby2 жыл бұрын
Great app! Beware of enduro bikes they typically make the trails. 👍
@rosscorindia95272 жыл бұрын
I am new to the trail forks app.thanks for the excellent demonstration, can I download a trail from my phone to the Garmin 530? Do I need a Garmin ?
@ClintGibbs2 жыл бұрын
You have to have the Trailforks Garmin connect IQ app which you can get from the Phone app and send it to your Garmin. support.garmin.com/en-US/?faq=ebcxyuInIv6b7eyEj5qXD9
@woduk4 жыл бұрын
Hmm I’ll have to see if it works in the uk, there’s also komoot app.
@Doug-tp9qm Жыл бұрын
This app is not free if u down load the app it will come up with a dark grey almost black screen that’s the free version. I don’t think it’s worth the money for the yearly fee just say’ n
@a__duck4 жыл бұрын
lol couple days after you post it goes paid. 1.50 a month if you sign up in the next couple days.
@ClintGibbs4 жыл бұрын
There's still a free version, at least in my area.
@phillipcarrier4 жыл бұрын
What do think about Trailforks going to a paid model? I have no problem paying for good data and information and will probably pay for it but the fact that all the trails and descriptions were user generated while “free” makes me feel taken advantage of. Built by users and then made to pay for it. Of course this is the model for so many startups and tech companies, like Strava. I think this is a bit different however as the mapping data and descriptions require more energy and care than making a segment to play a game... Curious on your take.
@ClintGibbs4 жыл бұрын
I would pay for it. I don’t have a lot of information yet on the paid model. Right now I know there is a free version and a pro version. I will do some more research soon on it.
@oggoblin2954 жыл бұрын
Need help. I downloaded the app and saved a few regions but I can't get to that big map screen. When I hit the Map on the top left nothing happens. I had to force close the map and reopen it to get the big map.
@syms8510 ай бұрын
Is it worth getting the pro paid version? The app scores low on iTunes Store. I’ve only getting back into biking agin in 20years. The free version I’m using the last 3 weeks has been good. I’ve found some good trails. Did a red down hill yesterday like my 5th ride since I was 17! Lol I thought red was below black! Haha.
@ClintGibbs10 ай бұрын
I find this app invaluable when I travel places I’ve never ridden before. Subscription is a bit pricey but I still use it a lot.
@sd54583 ай бұрын
No they took all the community's data and now selling it back to them and are set to raise prices in June to $60
@TheLablover32 жыл бұрын
Are you able to download the trails to app in iPhone when you are offline? Is there a tutorial?
@ClintGibbs2 жыл бұрын
Yes. You you download each state as you look at the trails there.
@davidyoung20814 жыл бұрын
If I load it on my Garmin 830 will it give me turn by turn directions when I am on a unfamiliar trail. Thanks for the video.
@michaelyoung50713 жыл бұрын
Thanks David. I have used RIDE with GPS when road biking and love the audio directional cues and prompt when off course. Does the Garmin 830 use just visual or audio as well? I think the Garmin is going on my Christmas wish list!
@t.o.f.t.s.4 жыл бұрын
I struggle with trying to figure out how to get back to the car. Finding trails is easy. Then I'm like okay I rode a 10 mile trail...how do I get back...there ar no roads...and it's a one way trail. ugh. I guess I need to learn how to build a route??
@tennissir19862 жыл бұрын
Does trailforks give turn by turn directions when on a trail ?
@ClintGibbs2 жыл бұрын
Yes, if you map out a route on your computer you can use turn-by-turn directions. It's not a feature I have utilized yet, but plan to soon using my Garmin.
@tennissir19862 жыл бұрын
@@ClintGibbs Thanks. But doesn’t the premium only version do this ?
@608Jaystone1982 Жыл бұрын
How’s it work with no phone signal or in airplane mode?
@ClintGibbs Жыл бұрын
You don’t need a signal but you do need GPS so you can see where you are on the map.
@608Jaystone1982 Жыл бұрын
@@ClintGibbs I paid for it and it works great in airplane mode which saves the battery. I like the trail forks app but mostly paid for the premium so that I had full access to gaia. And the Trailforks maps are on gaia.
@sarahlw52913 жыл бұрын
does Trailforks work where there isn't any signal?
@ClintGibbs3 жыл бұрын
Yes, assuming you've downloaded the state that you're riding in, which you have to do before even looking at the trail system. It even picks up your GPS location with no signal.
@sarahlw52913 жыл бұрын
@@ClintGibbs thank you so much!
@i2ambler20023 жыл бұрын
Do you prefer this to mtb project?
@ClintGibbs3 жыл бұрын
Yes
@i2ambler20023 жыл бұрын
@@ClintGibbs thanks for the response. I'll give it a shot! I'm new to Colorado and have a zillion trails to explore.
@charlesRLmartin2 ай бұрын
Well too expensive now as they reduce the free content. It was great now greed has ruined it I would pay for it at a reasonable price!
@mickgarbutt35534 жыл бұрын
Tried it a few weeks ago. I found the terminology and the layout unnecessarily confusing. The final straw was when it refused to accept a route I'd spent time mapping. Life's too short to waste.