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Outdoor Cycling Miles

I have a series 1 watch and when I am using my outdoor cycling activity to track my bike ride it is only capturing time and no miles.

I have access to location etc all available.

Any suggestions?

Apple Watch Series 1, watchOS 6

Posted on May 14, 2022 6:11 PM

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Posted on May 14, 2022 7:14 PM

From the 'Cycling' section in:

Workout types on Apple Watch - Apple Support

Depending on your Apple Watch, you might need to bring your iPhone with you to track certain metrics:

  • Speed and distance: Apple Watch Series 2 or later has built-in GPS to track these metrics and provide a map of your outdoor cycle in the workout summary on your iPhone. For Apple Watch Series 1 or earlier, bring your iPhone along to track your speed and distance. 
  • Elevation: Apple Watch Series 3 or later has a built-in altimeter to track this metric. For Apple Watch Series 2 or earlier, bring your iPhone along to track your elevation.


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May 14, 2022 7:14 PM in response to Gmart22

From the 'Cycling' section in:

Workout types on Apple Watch - Apple Support

Depending on your Apple Watch, you might need to bring your iPhone with you to track certain metrics:

  • Speed and distance: Apple Watch Series 2 or later has built-in GPS to track these metrics and provide a map of your outdoor cycle in the workout summary on your iPhone. For Apple Watch Series 1 or earlier, bring your iPhone along to track your speed and distance. 
  • Elevation: Apple Watch Series 3 or later has a built-in altimeter to track this metric. For Apple Watch Series 2 or earlier, bring your iPhone along to track your elevation.


Outdoor Cycling Miles

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