I quietly uploaded another update to the Ride Free Bike Map Creator last week. This update has been in the works for a long time and I’m glad to finally release it.
The biggest change is the complete removal of modes. Now when a waypoint is added to the map the directions are automatically printed below the main map exactly how they were in the print mode. To divide long routes into multiple pages click on the route where you want the division and the map below the main map will automatically split where the division was made. The division is marked on the main map by small white markers. The markers can be dragged to change where the route is divided or they can be clicked to remove them. Just like the waypoint markers.
Another noticable change is the new position of the elevation profile. The profile is now located below the map and spans the full width of the map for better display of the elevation. You can also click on the elevation profile to divide the route.
One of the side effects of the changes seems to be a slower load time for the elevation profile. I’m not sure how it will affect older computers so I’ve you’ve got one of those I’d love to get some feedback.
I’ve got several ideas for minor edits swirling around that I want to work on. On the list is an expanded selection of route stats, including total ascent/descent. I also want to change how the route is displayed when is is divided across multiple pages. I want to show the whole route with start and end markers for the section in focus.
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