Open a GPX file in Ride with GPS
Ride with GPS can import a GPX as a Route (a planned line with cue sheets that syncs to bike computers) or as a Ride (a recorded activity). Choose Route if you want to navigate it.
AcceptsGPX, FIT, TCX
Free tierFree accounts can upload; some cue-sheet and offline features are paid.
Steps
- Sign in to Ride with GPS. Log in at ridewithgps.com.
- Open the upload control. Click “Upload” in the top navigation.
- Select your GPX file. Pick your .gpx and choose to import it as a Route or a Ride.
- Save and sync. Save. A Route can then be synced to a Garmin, Wahoo or other head unit for navigation.
Quirks & limits
- Import as a Route (not a Ride) if you want cue sheets and device navigation.
- Free accounts can upload; advanced navigation/offline features may require a paid plan.
See the route before you upload it
Not sure the file is the right one? Drop it into the viewer first — you'll see the full track on a map with distance, elevation and speed. Nothing is uploaded.
Frequently asked questions
Does Ride with GPS accept GPX?
Yes. Upload a GPX and choose to import it as a Route (planned, with cues) or a Ride (recorded activity).
Can I send a Ride with GPS route to my Garmin or Wahoo?
Yes. Import the GPX as a Route, then sync it to a connected head unit for turn-by-turn navigation.