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How does Cadence estimate power?

ryan — Tue, 01 Sep 2026 19:30:12 +0000

Note: Cadence 2.9.0, currently in beta testing (8/30/26), will add cycling power estimation. Here’s how it will work: A power meter is the gold standard for training with power, and it’s also a few hundred dollars of hardware. If you don’t have one, Cadence can estimate your watts instead (an Elite subscription feature), so every power […]

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Does Cadence support uploading to Training Peaks?

ryan — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:05:07 +0000

Unfortunately Cadence isn’t able to automatically upload to Training Peaks because they haven’t accepted new API partners in several years. If Training Peaks ever accepts the API application for Cadence, support will be added. In the meantime, you can manually upload your Cadence activities to Training Peaks by following these steps:

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What is Critical Power and W Prime (W’) and how do I use them?

ryan — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 15:57:32 +0000

This post was written by Tony Pilborg of Topway Coaching. Tony also created all the training plans and workouts for Cadence. Make sure to reach out if you’re looking to increase your performance with personalized coaching. Understanding Your “Internal Battery”: A Guide to W’ and W’bal Ever wondered why you can hold a specific high […]

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Does Cadence support Google Health Connect or Samsung Health?

ryan — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 22:18:47 +0000

Cadence doesn’t support Google Health Connect or Samsung Health at this time, but compatibility is planned for a future update. Cadence does currently support Apple Health.

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Why is my map staying pointed north?

ryan — Mon, 02 Mar 2026 19:10:05 +0000

If your map is staying pointed north, you likely have “North” selected for Map Orientation, or the map is set to the “All” perspective, which shows your whole recorded route. To change a single map on the Computer screen: tap the menu button at the bottom right, then tap the button that shows up on […]

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Can I make the metric text size larger?

ryan — Mon, 22 Sep 2025 15:42:55 +0000

To make the metric font larger you can set the row height in the screen layout to greater than 1. However, the metric text is already scaled to be as large as possible within its cell—accounting for both width and height—while still fitting every type of metric. Each field needs to display any metric (speed, […]

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How do I make metric fields show zone colors?

ryan — Mon, 22 Sep 2025 15:30:05 +0000

For any metrics that have zones (heart rate, power, cadence, and speed), you can set the metric to show that color so it’s obvious what zone you’re in. To do that, go to Cadence > Settings > Screen Layouts > layout type > your layout > tap a compatible metric > tap “Options” > select […]

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How do I set wheel or tire circumference for my speed sensor?

ryan — Wed, 13 Aug 2025 14:42:39 +0000

You can set your wheel circumference per-bike in Cadence > Settings > Gear > Bike > Wheel Circumference.

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Do I need a data plan or internet to use Cadence?

ryan — Thu, 20 Mar 2025 04:35:19 +0000

No, most features work without internet just fine. All of your location (GPS) data and any sensors you have connected will all record like normal. Even though your location will be recorded, the map tiles won’t be available unless you download Offline Maps (available in the Elite subscription) and use the “Mapbox” Map Type with […]

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How do I customize my Apple Watch or ActiveLook screen layouts?

ryan — Fri, 07 Feb 2025 21:50:01 +0000

Check out How do I customize the metric data that shows up on the Computer screen? for a video showing the editing process.

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