• FILE
  • LIST
  • DATA
  • HUMAN

How to export Strava routes to your GPS device with your AI

Connect your Strava account once. From there, your agent finds the routes you want and builds the files for your hardware.

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Short answer

How do I get Strava routes onto my Garmin or Wahoo?

Tell your agent to find a specific route or list your existing ones. It will then generate a GPX or TCX file that you can load directly onto your GPS device. You'll get the specific file format you need for your hardware.

The results of your request

Where your routes end up

Your agent handles the data conversion so you can focus on the ride.

FILE

Ready-to-use GPX/TCX

The agent converts your chosen route into a standard file format. You get a download ready for your GPS unit.

LIST

Route discovery

Your agent pulls a list of available routes from your account. You can then pick which one to export.

DATA

Route details

The agent fetches specific data for a single route. This helps you confirm the distance and elevation before exporting.

HUMAN

Manual upload

The agent provides the file, but you must move it to your device. You'll handle the physical transfer to your Garmin or Wahoo.

The workflow

What your AI does when the request arrives.

The agent interacts with your Strava data to move files from the cloud to your local machine.

  1. Find routes

    The agent scans your Strava account to find the specific paths you want to use.

    list_routes

  2. Get route info

    It pulls the exact details for the route you selected to ensure it's the right one.

    get_route

  3. Convert to GPX

    The agent transforms the route data into a GPX file for universal compatibility.

    export_route_gpx

  4. Convert to TCX

    If your device prefers TCX, the agent generates that specific file format instead.

    export_route_tcx

Try it

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Use these prompts to kick off the process.

Starting points

Swap out the bracketed text for your actual route names or device types.

Strava Planning Connector

You're all set. Choose your MCP client and follow the setup instructions.

Connector linkhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_w5fHYsbtEq1vtHetC7ij76csJmcx1EBTV4mzP7Ij/mcp

Claude Desktop

Follow the steps below to connect in seconds.

  1. 1In Claude Desktop, open Settings → Connectors.
  2. 2Click “Add custom connector” and paste the connector link above as the remote MCP server URL.
  3. 3Click Add and start a new chat — Strava Planning capabilities are ready to use.
Configuration · claude_desktop_config.jsonCopy
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "strava-planning-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_w5fHYsbtEq1vtHetC7ij76csJmcx1EBTV4mzP7Ij/mcp"
    }
  }
}
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FAQ

How this task behaves

  • 01

    Can the AI upload the file directly to my Garmin?

    No. The agent generates the file for you to download, but you must manually transfer it to your device.

  • 02

    Can the AI create new routes in Strava?

    No. The agent can only find, view, and export routes that already exist in your Strava account.

  • 03

    What file formats can I get?

    You can request either GPX or TCX files depending on your device's requirements.

  • 04

    Does the AI see my private activity data?

    The agent only accesses the route data you specifically ask it to interact with through the tools.

  • 05

    Can I ask for routes by distance?

    Yes. You can ask the agent to list routes and then filter or look for ones that match your preferred distance.

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