Strava Planning MCP Server for Claude Code 14 tools — connect in under 2 minutes
Claude Code is Anthropic's agentic CLI for terminal-first development. Add Strava Planning as an MCP server in one command and Claude Code will discover every tool at runtime. ideal for automation pipelines, CI/CD integration, and headless workflows via Vinkius.
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About Strava Planning MCP Server
Connect Strava Planning to any AI agent and manage your training logistics — route creation, GPX/TCX export, manual activity logging, gear tracking, segment favoriting, and profile management.
Claude Code registers Strava Planning as an MCP server in a single terminal command. Once connected, Claude Code discovers all 14 tools at runtime and can call them headlessly. ideal for CI/CD pipelines, cron jobs, and automated workflows where Strava Planning data drives decisions without human intervention.
What you can do
- Route Management — List, view, and analyze all your saved routes with distance, elevation, and descriptions
- Route Streams — Get GPS coordinates, elevation profiles, and distance data for any route
- Route Export — Export routes to GPX and TCX formats for GPS devices (Garmin, Wahoo, etc.)
- Manual Activity Creation — Log activities not recorded by Strava (gym, yoga, cross-training) with full details
- Activity Updates — Edit activity names, descriptions, assign gear, mark commutes or indoor sessions
- File Uploads — Upload FIT, TCX, or GPX files for processing by Strava with status tracking
- Segment Management — Star (favorite) or unstar segments for quick training access
- Athlete Profile — View and update your profile information including weight for accurate power-to-weight ratios
- Athlete Zones — Review your heart rate and power zone configurations
- Gear Details — Track equipment mileage, models, and primary gear assignments
The Strava Planning MCP Server exposes 14 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to Claude Code in under two minutes — no API keys to rotate, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.
How to Connect Strava Planning to Claude Code via MCP
Follow these steps to integrate the Strava Planning MCP Server with Claude Code.
Install Claude Code
Run npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code if not already installed
Add the MCP Server
Run the command above in your terminal
Verify the connection
Run claude mcp to list connected servers, or type /mcp inside a session
Start using Strava Planning
Ask Claude: "Using Strava Planning, show me...". 14 tools are ready
Why Use Claude Code with the Strava Planning MCP Server
Claude Code provides unique advantages when paired with Strava Planning through the Model Context Protocol.
Single-command setup: `claude mcp add` registers the server instantly. no config files to edit or applications to restart
Terminal-native workflow means MCP tools integrate seamlessly into shell scripts, CI/CD pipelines, and automated DevOps tasks
Claude Code runs headlessly, enabling unattended batch processing using Strava Planning tools in cron jobs or deployment scripts
Built by the same team that created the MCP protocol, ensuring first-class compatibility and the fastest adoption of new protocol features
Strava Planning + Claude Code Use Cases
Practical scenarios where Claude Code combined with the Strava Planning MCP Server delivers measurable value.
CI/CD integration: embed Strava Planning tool calls in your deployment pipeline to validate configurations or fetch secrets before shipping
Headless batch processing: schedule Claude Code to query Strava Planning nightly and generate reports without human intervention
Shell scripting: pipe Strava Planning outputs into other CLI tools for data transformation, filtering, and aggregation
Infrastructure monitoring: run Claude Code in a cron job to query Strava Planning status endpoints and alert on anomalies
Strava Planning MCP Tools for Claude Code (14)
These 14 tools become available when you connect Strava Planning to Claude Code via MCP:
create_activity
Required: name (activity name), type (activity type like "Run", "Ride", "Swim", "Walk", "Hike"), startDate (ISO 8601 format), elapsedTime (seconds). Optional: description, distance (meters). Use this to log activities recorded outside of Strava (gym workouts, yoga, cross-training, etc.). Activity types must match Strava's valid types list. Create a manual activity in Strava
export_route_gpx
GPX files can be downloaded and loaded onto GPS devices (Garmin, Wahoo, etc.) for navigation. The routeId is from Strava route URLs. Use this to export routes to your GPS device for guided training. Get the GPX export URL for a Strava route
export_route_tcx
TCX files include route data with additional training metadata. Compatible with Garmin Training Center and other fitness platforms. Use this to export routes with training metadata. Get the TCX export URL for a Strava route
get_athlete
Use this to review personal profile details, check equipment assignments, or verify account settings. Get the authenticated athlete's profile information
get_athlete_zones
Required for zone-based training analysis. Use this to review training zones, ensure zones are correctly set, or use zone data for activity analysis. Get the athlete's custom heart rate and power zones
get_gear
The gearId is found in activity data or athlete profile. Use this to check equipment mileage for maintenance planning or to analyze performance with specific gear. Get details about a piece of equipment (bike, shoes) tracked in Strava
get_route
The routeId is found in Strava route URLs. Use this to review route characteristics before training or to plan similar routes. Get detailed information about a specific Strava route
get_route_streams
The "types" parameter is comma-separated: "latlng", "altitude", "distance". Use this to preview a route's elevation profile, understand the terrain, or export GPS data for navigation. Get elevation and GPS data streams for a Strava route
get_upload_status
Status values: "Your activity is ready" (success), "Your activity is still processing" (wait and retry), or error messages. The uploadId is returned by upload_activity. Poll this endpoint every 5-10 seconds after upload until ready. Check the status of a Strava activity upload
list_routes
Each route includes: name, distance, elevation gain, type (ride/run), description, and whether it's private. Use this to review saved routes, plan upcoming workouts, or export route data for GPS devices. List all routes created by the authenticated athlete
star_segment
Set starred=true to favorite, starred=false to unfavorite. The segmentId is from Strava segment URLs. Use this to manage your favorite segments for quick access and training focus. Star (favorite) or unstar a Strava segment
update_activity
The activityId is the numeric ID. Updatable fields: name, description, sport_type, gear_id (to assign equipment), commute (mark as commute: "true"/"false"), trainer (mark as indoor: "true"/"false"). Use this to correct activity details, assign gear, or add descriptions after the fact. Update an existing Strava activity
update_athlete
Currently only "weight" (in kg) is supported by the API. Accurate weight is important for power-to-weight ratio calculations and performance analysis. Use this when your weight changes to keep performance metrics accurate. Update the authenticated athlete's profile information
upload_activity
Supported data_type: "fit", "fit.gz", "tcx", "tcx.gz", "gpx", "gpx.gz". Returns an upload ID to check status with get_upload_status. Note: Actual file upload requires multipart/form-data with the file content. This endpoint initiates the process. Check upload status periodically — processing takes 10-60 seconds. Upload an activity file (FIT, TCX, GPX) to Strava for processing
Example Prompts for Strava Planning in Claude Code
Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Claude Code agent to start working with Strava Planning immediately.
"List all my saved routes."
"Export route 12345 to GPX format."
"Create a manual activity for today's gym session."
Troubleshooting Strava Planning MCP Server with Claude Code
Common issues when connecting Strava Planning to Claude Code through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.
Command not found: claude
npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-codeConnection timeout
Strava Planning + Claude Code FAQ
Common questions about integrating Strava Planning MCP Server with Claude Code.
How do I add an MCP server to Claude Code?
claude mcp add --transport http "" in your terminal. Claude Code registers the server and discovers all tools immediately.Can Claude Code run MCP tools in headless mode?
How do I list all connected MCP servers?
claude mcp in your terminal to see all registered servers and their status, or type /mcp inside an active Claude Code session.Connect Strava Planning with your favorite client
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Connect Strava Planning to Claude Code
Get your token, paste the configuration, and start using 14 tools in under 2 minutes. No API key management needed.