Hi,
I’m a regular user of Garmin Connect, Strava and Training Peaks. Normally I will upload my activity from my Garmin to Garmin Connect and then sync it to Strava and Training Peaks once I have named the activity and usually added some small description in the description box.
I think the auto sync to strava and Training peaks is a great idea but the reason I don’t use it is that it sync’s instantly before I have had the chance to add any details. I currently use Tapiriik for this reason as it allows me to control when an item is uploaded to the other sites. However, taking cognisance of the fact that it is run by one guy who obviously gives a lot of time and resource to provide a service that is probably becoming less in demand as the sync option becomes available, I think Garmin should do something to seriously consider addressing this sync issue.
Ideally I would like to see a sync button added to Connect (both online and on the mobile app), however, barring this it would be nice if there could be some delay function added such as ‘don’t upload for x minutes after sync to GC’ or better yet, do not sync until edited (so you could go in, add a title and description then click save) and then the activity would be sync’d.
Does anyone else feel this would be a useful addition. It is the main reason I Don’t link my garmin and Strava ccounts which is a shame as it means I cant use the live segments feature for example on the new Garmin 520 which slightly erodes the point of buying one (see Garmin, this could be costing you money;) )
Cheers,
Tom