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CaptainVertigo
2012-04-13 11:40:45
Tracks - Automatic Calculation of Ascent
Context of comment:While we are on the subject of Tracks, may I mention a point of concern? My Track 1511 (Owenglin Circuit) would have involved actual ascent "on the ground" of circa 1700 metres. The automatic calculator shows ascent at 875 metres.
Message:Is it possible that the fact that I switched off my GPS while not moving on a couple of occasions interfered with the calculations? The switch offs did not interfere with the other functions. For example, the duration and distance appear be be spot on. I had to switch off on one occasion to change batteries.
Additional points:The Tracks addition deeply enriches the educational and community aspects of this site. I would urge members to test the add-on Track features available by drawing down the two menus at the side of the Map. I am thrilled with the ability to show shading and contours. This is moving the site to the very forefront of the emerging technology. A big thanks to Simon and all who sail with him on this one! NB Walking World Ireland is moving into the same territory. See the recent issue promising online access to their Maps
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Summit Summary
Cronamuck: Granite knob at the end of a ridge.
Collaborative entry Last edit by: simon3 5 days ago.
This summit can be reached using the ridge extending NE from Croaghbarnes and there are suggestions it could be reached from Commeen to the north on the R253. Cronamuck has views over towards Gau...

  
Forum: General
Hill Runner
roberto 6 days ago.
Walking along the Wicklow Way today at the section that leads down to the Dargle River, steep enough section. I met a hill runner running up this part and at the same time he was having a conversa...

  
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march-fixer a week ago.
This is a nice scenic route in a mixed coniferous and decidu walk, Length:4.0km, Climb: 45m, Area: Dublin/Wicklow (Ireland)

Summit Comment
Carrigawaddra: The Loo valley: yes you can!, but don't...
thomas_g 6 days ago.
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simon3 a week ago.
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Summit Comment
Agnew's Hill: Shapely scarply Sallagh Braes
simon3 a week ago.
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BleckCra a week ago.
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Geansai a week ago.
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thomas_g a week ago.
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Lugnagun: Superb Blessington Lake Views
Collaborative entry Last edit by: march-fixer a week ago.
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thomas_g a week ago.
Park in the farmyard with permission from the farmer, back u walk, Length:5.8km, Climb: 295m, Area: Knockbrack, Shehy/Knockboy (Ireland) Knockbrack,

  
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Nenagh walking festival
hivisibility a week ago.
Just to add to Roberto's comments re above I was on the A walk on Saturday and thoroughly enjoyed myself. A well led walk, lovely pace and super hospitality afterwards. Most impressive.


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