I suspect that with the right app, a smart phone can do most of what a computer can do. I currently use a watch to track and record my ride and a phone for navigation. I am considering ditching that practice and getting a bicycle computer that does it all. But I suspect I could also just get an app for my phone that would do most of it and perhaps enough. Any thoughts on the subject would be appreciated. Following are my initial thoughts:
1. More accurate and instant speed monitoring vs GPS.
2. More rugged and weather resistant.
3. More purpose built for cycling.
4. Save battery power on phone on long rides.
5. Save wear and tear on phone.
6. Remove watch from wrist. Although I could mount watch on handlebars.
7. A new toy to play with.
For those of you who use the phone, what app do you use and why?
For those of you who use a computer, which one and why?
For those of you who just like to make snarky remarks. Go ahead, but make sure they are clever or you will lose points on your snarky ranking.
