As any seasoned explorer knows, the best advice that leads to the most exciting and extraordinary experiences and discoveries rarely originates from guide books or magazine articles – it comes from fellow travellers. And the same is true with cycling, walking and running adventures.
In 2023, however, instead of being cascaded by ‘word of mouth’, priceless information about the best routes to ride, run or ramble is shared through interconnected online networks, such as the komoot community, a 30-million strong collective of cyclists and outdoor enthusiasts spread across the planet.
