Here are just a few changes that I believe could make Google Maps far more appealing to cyclists.

But sometimes I dont want to just get somewhere as fast as possible.

Sometimes I want to take the scenic route.

4 improvements Google Maps should make for cyclists

Sometimes I want to go up unnecessary hills for a workout.

Other times I want the opposite to minimize sweating as much as possible.

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In my own neighborhood, I know to avoid certain streets with shoddy bike paths.

Will I have to ride on a dirt trail or will I be on paved roads?

This is information Google likely already has and which could make an immense difference for cyclists.

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But since then, Im not sure Ive seen any suggestions of the sort, despite living in NYC.

You know, one of the biggest cities in the world.

Its not just for regular bikes either.

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And these are just a few improvements that the company could likely implement without making Maps too bloated.

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