The Ride With GPS smartphone app is the preferred method of navigation during a ride.  Alternatively, maps and text directions (cue sheets) are stored in a library on OSC Google Drive.  Riders who wish to use the maps or text will need to print or copy from that library.  OSC does not provide paper copies of maps or directions.

• Ride With GPS is a smartphone app.  With your phone mounted on your handlebars, you can use a map to follow your progress on a ride, and listen for verbal directions
• A free starter version can be downloaded to your iPhone or Android phone
• Library of all OSC rides can be accessed from your phone at no cost to you; OSC pays an annual fee to make these routes available to members
• Before starting your ride, select your ride from the library.  A map appears on your screen, with your route highlighted.  As you ride along, your current position, and your progress on the route, are displayed on the map.
• Audio (a spoken voice) is provided as you approach, and when you reach, a turn in the route.
• When you complete the ride, you can save your ride in your own library.
• Ride With GPS can also be used on your own personal rides.  When you start navigation, your current position and the route you have followed appear on the map. When your ride is completed, your route can be saved to your library.
• Your library then contains all the OSC rides that you have completed, and all your own rides.  For each ride in your library, you can view a map showing your route, and view summary statistics (distance, time, climbing elevation, average and maximum speed, etc.).  
• In place of the free Starter version, basic and premium versions of the software have additional features but require a monthly or annual fee.
• Requirements for using Ride With GPS: must have a smartphone (iPhone or Android) and must have a mount which attaches your phone to bike handlebars or stem (many choices for under $15).
• You can access your library and other personal info on the Ride With GPS website on your computer.

(These instructions are for an IPhone, steps for installing on an Android phone are similar) 

1.     Search for “Ride with GPS” in the App Store (there will be other navigation software – make sure you select this specific app)
2.     Click on the GET next to Ride With GPS
3.     Click INSTALL to confirm that you want to install this app.
4.     Enter your Apple ID password to allow the app to be installed.
5.     Wait while the app is installed
6.     Click OPEN when the installation is completed
7.     An Introduction screen appears:
a.     if you want to view this introduction, click NEXT,
b.     if not, click DISMISS
8.     Click SIGN UP. You will need to provide an email address, a display name (your first name), and a password.  Your email and password are required to open your Ride With GPS account, or to change any features of your account.
9.     Answer question if you want to receive notifications
10. With the Ride With GPS app open, click on the following link from the OSC website. Once the link has opened, sign in using your email and password.

11. Enter your first and last name and your email and click save.  You should receive the message “Congrats you’re a member!”. 

12. To get access to OSC routes, you need to log out, and then log back in.  In the app on your phone click MORE at the bottom right, then scroll down and click LOG OUT.
13. The app will then display the Home Screen.  Click LOG IN
14. Enter your email and password
15. Answer question about notifications
16. Click MORE at the bottom right of Home screen
17. Click Organizations near the top.  The OSC Logo will appear.  Click on this logo
18. Click on Organization Routes
19. The rides in the OSC Library will appear.  Scroll down to review all the rides.

To begin navigation on an OSC Ride:

1.     Open the Ride With GPS app on your phone
2.     Click MORE at the bottom right, then Organizations, then Onondaga Ski Club, then Organization Routes
3.     Scroll down and click on the particular route that you intend to ride
4.     A map of the route then appears.  When you are ready to start riding, click NAVIGATE at the bottom left.
5.     Your current location and your progress along the route will be displayed on the map.  Audio will notify you of upcoming turns. If you miss a turn, the software will  provide turns that will get you back on the route.
6.     When you have completed the ride, click save.  Your ride will then be saved to your library.

The Cycle Committee provides the following information to help run our cycle events as smoothly as possible and keep everyone safe, please read:

Rider Responsibilities and Safety Info

• Be sure to sign in for all rides, and sign out as well when you return (or, if you’re going directly home, please inform the Ride Leader so they won’t look for you).    Our Ride Leaders are volunteers; please respect their time by signing out after the ride.

• A helmet is required on all club rides (no helmet, no ride, no exceptions). A bright headlight and rear tail light are recommended.
• Be prepared. Bring adequate water or sports drink. Use sunscreen if needed.

• Riders are expected to comply with all traffic laws and customs on all club rides.

• Use hand signals to tell motorists and other cyclists what you intend to do (right turn, left turn, stop)

• Point to any road hazards you are passing to help riders behind you (i.e. rough road conditions, pot holes, loose gravel, sticks or debris in the road or shoulders).  Also, call out “car back” to help be sure other riders are aware.
• If possible, have tools for mechanical mishaps (spare tube or patch kit, tire pump & tool)

• Wear bright clothing so motorists can easily see you. A helmet mirror or handle bar mirror is also useful for added safety. 
• Only pass other riders on the Left and announce this to the rider(s) you are passing. Passing on the right is unexpected by the rider in front and very dangerous for both riders.
• Ride single file as far to the right as possible or as road conditions allow. Be aware of any sharp drop-offs on the shoulders. If you do ride along side another rider, only do so when there is no traffic coming from behind and keep a continuous view behind for approaching traffic.
• New riders should speak to the ride leader about navigation during the first OSC ride.  For subsequent rides, navigation is the responsibility of the rider using (1) Ride With GPS software, or (2) maps and directions printed or copied from the web site by the rider.