User guide

App requirements

• PlatformiPhone only, running iOS 16.0 or later
• LocationAvailable on the App Store

Premium version

Unlock the full potential of CyklaNow with unlimited access to:

• Unlimited ridesTrack as many rides as you want
• Full segment functionalityCreate and compete on unlimited segments
• Complete interval trackingRun multiple parallel intervals
• Weather dataGet cycling-specific weather forecasts
• Complete statisticsAccess detailed analytics and ride history
• Data exportExport your rides to CSV format

Free version

Get started with CyklaNow’s core features:

• 5 free rides per monthFull access to all ride functionality
• Basic statisticsView and manage your rides in the Stats tab
• Ride managementDelete older rides to stay within your five-ride limit

Tip: All ride-tracking features are identical between free and premium. The differences are quantity limits and advanced features.

Ride display

Your main ride screen shows real-time data:

• SpeedCurrent speed with optional target-speed zones
• Average speedCalculated average for your current ride
• Time elapsedTotal ride time, excluding paused time
• DistanceCumulative distance traveled
• AltitudeCurrent elevation using GPS and barometric sensors
• Elevation gainTotal upward elevation climbed during your ride

Weather integration (Premium)

When available, your ride screen displays:

• Current conditionsTemperature and conditions for your ride
• WindWind speed and direction
• 3-day forecastPlan upcoming rides

Intervals

Open intervals during a ride by tapping Interval or swiping to the intervals tab.

• Start an intervalCreate a timed section between two points
• Multiple intervalsRun up to two parallel intervals simultaneously
• Independent controlPause or resume intervals independently of the main ride
• Automatic segment creationIntervals can become segments for future comparison, depending on your settings

Automatic segment detection

When enabled in Settings:

• Proximity detectionCyklaNow detects when you are approaching known segments
• Countdown displayShows the distance to the segment start
• Automatic timingStarts timing when you cross the start line
• Live comparisonShows how you are performing against your best time
• Automatic completionStops timing when you finish the segment

During a segment

• Time comparisonSee whether you are ahead of or behind your personal best
• Progress indicationVisual feedback shows your segment progress
• Performance rankingSee the attempt’s ranking after completion

Segment management

In Statistics → Segments, you can:

• View all attemptsSee every completed attempt for each segment
• Disable segmentsTemporarily turn off detection for specific segments
• Performance analysisCompare times across different attempts

Tip: For overlapping segments, temporarily disable one to ensure CyklaNow detects the intended segment.

Rides

• Complete ride listAll your recorded rides
• Basic statisticsDistance, time, average speed, and elevation gain for each ride
• Ride managementView details, edit names, or delete rides

Stats

• Weekly breakdownWeek-by-week performance trends
• Monthly analysisMonthly totals and averages
• Yearly overviewAnnual cycling statistics
• Additional analyticsAdvanced metrics for performance tracking

Segments

• Segment libraryAll your created segments
• Attempt historyEvery time you have ridden each segment
• Performance comparisonTrack improvements over time
• Segment managementEnable or disable segments for detection

Export

Data management and backup:

• CSV exportExport rides in spreadsheet format
• Bulk operationsSelect multiple rides for export

Units

• Unit systemToggle between Metric and Imperial
• Distance and speedChoose km/h or mph independently
• TemperatureChoose Celsius or Fahrenheit
• AltitudeChoose meters or feet
• Wind speedChoose km/h or mph
• Week startChoose Monday or Sunday for weekly statistics

Target speed range

• Enable target speedTurn on color-coded speed feedback
• Speed rangeSet the target range shown on the ride display

Bike type

• RoadOptimized for road cycling
• MountainSettings adjusted for mountain biking
• HybridBalanced settings for mixed terrain

Ride control

• Auto-pauseAutomatically pauses when you stop

Segments

• Detect nearby segmentsEnable automatic segment detection
• Create segments from intervalsConvert intervals to segments automatically
• Show segment countdownDisplay distance to upcoming segments

Subscription

• Premium statusView your current subscription status
• Plan detailsSee your active subscription type
• Manage subscriptionOpen Apple’s subscription management
• Ride usageFor free users, shows rides used this month

iCloud backup

• StatusShows your iCloud connection status
• Last syncedShows when your data was last backed up
• Sync nowTrigger an immediate manual sync

Your first ride

1. Grant permissionsAllow location, notifications, and motion access for full functionality
2. Set your unitsConfigure your preferred measurement units
3. Start your first rideWait for the GPS indicator to show Ready, then tap Start
4. Try intervalsCreate your first interval during a ride
5. Explore statisticsReview your ride data and performance