Strava is not only THE social network for sports enthusiasts, it's also a platform where the most creative have fun customizing their routes to create designs.
What is Strava Art or GPS-drawing?
#Stravart or #GPSdrawing is the art of drawing while running or riding. A practice increasingly common on activity-tracking apps like Strava. The Instagram account strav.art lists the most beautiful drawings created with the Californian application.
This new art form is on the rise, with thousands of enthusiasts around the world.
6 steps to successful Strava Art
- Imagine and draw on paper the design you'd like to create. A little tip: it's always easier in the city.
- Use your favorite mapping app (Google Maps, My Maps, Strava Map...) and adjust your route to suit the map.
- Think about the total distance of your route. Keep in mind that the aim is to make training fun.
- Identify key points on your route, such as traffic lights, intersections and roads to follow.
- Load your itinerary onto your GPS watch or smartphone.
- Open Strava and record your activity by following the itinerary.
Private Sport Shop launches its STRAVA ART CHALLENGE 😎
On the occasion of France's most famous loop, Private Sport Shop challenges you to create your own Strava Art for a chance to win gift cards for use on their website and app! How can you take part?
- Subscribe to the club Strava Private Sport Shop
- Imagine and create Strava Art
- Mention Private Sport Shop in the description of the corresponding Strava activity
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A few inspirations...
To help you, you'll find dozens of Strava Art ideas. ICI Birds, fictional characters, flowers... there's something for everyone!
So, are you ready to take part? 🤙 One kudo in advance for all those who let themselves be tempted!