There’s an app for just about everything, and now there are even apps to help better your bike rides. These cycling apps will help you to plan routes, track your miles, burn more calories and stay on course, all from your mobile device.

Map My Ride
Created for the iPhone, Map My Ride is an all-inclusive cycling app for both recreational cyclists and those riding for exercise.  This simple app uses GPS and an interactive map to plan your route and then track your speed and distance throughout your ride. After you’ve arrived at your destination, Map My Ride will also provide charts detailing your ride summary and a calculation of your calories burned.

Strava Cycling
Strava Cycling is a simple, no-nonsense app for cyclists who want the basic features without any of the bells and whistles. This app has an accurate map for planning your route and following along as you ride, and it even calculates miles ridden and feet climbed as you go. Strava also offers ways to connect with friends and even join virtual clubs for sharing tips and support on every ride.

B-icycle
With apps for Android, iPhone and Windows operating systems, B-icycle is a widely-used cycling app with a variety of helpful features. It boasts a stylish interface, accurate GPS, statistics like speed and calories burned, and it even allows you to operate your iPod and phone features without closing the app.