Strava for Google Glass

Like many of us I like to keep up with the latest and greatest tech, even if I don't physically have the means to own items, when I can I like to be an early adopter.  This has meant that I've been closely watching out for new updates and developments around the upcoming Google Glass concept.  In that respect the recent announcements starting to appear in blogs around the Internet that Strava is developing their app for use with Google Glass has me particularity intrigued.

Image: http://www.google.com/glass/start/what-it-does/

I'm an avid Strava user, I've tried numerous different apps and tools for tracking my rides and the occasional jog each with their own strengths and weaknesses but finally discovering Strava I didn't look back.  I generally ride by myself as and when I can squeeze it in.  Despite my lone wolf status, I still have a competitive streak in me and Strava allows me to channel in on that streak and aim to better my times every single ride.

The only thing I find challenging with Strava is not having the ability to monitor my times and progress during a ride.  Strava can give out audible splits but I've never felt it safe or practical to wear earphones while riding.  I've also shelled out on a handlebar mount for my phone but quickly found out that I could only keep my phone display turned on for a limited amount of time leaving this impractical for all but the shortest of rides.  I have to admit I am like a big kid a the prospect of being able to view my times, distance & segment results whilst keeping my hands firmly planted on the handlebars and my mind focused on my ride.  Exciting times are ahead for this tech and I'm sure there will be endless ways we can incorporate the Google glass into more than just cycling as well.  I for one am looking forward to the next round of updates and developments.

Image taken from http://www.google.com/glass/start/

Source: Google Glass