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the Apps
A phone is an excellent travel tool: finding food, routes, etc. I use it a lot, and the internet is a great friend! However, I think the number of apps you'll use is limited since many of them are very similar. Choose those you like the most.
It may seem obvious, but it's worth mentioning. The app is excellent for finding food, lodging and even activities. It will also keep you off the few roads you're not allowed on a bicycle.
The idea is to download maps when you get Wifi, and then the GPS is free! Very reliable.
Navigation
Google Maps
It's more of a community than an app since it's all about passionate people. I've met people who didn't even know how to cycle but were giving back to the community because their sons were great fans.
The idea is for cyclists not touring to host those who currently are. The experience is even more significant since there's already common ground.
Lodging
WarmShowers
Wind can be your best friend and your worst enemy - by worst, I mean it. It profoundly messes with your head. That being said, having an app that tells you precisely how the wind will behave for the next two days at least is a gift from someone very extraordinary. It just improves planning, and that's why I loved it.
Weather forecast
Windfinder
There's no particular reason why I used this precise app. It's the one I use at home, and I think the forecast is good.
The important thing is to make sure to have radar showing precipitations. It helps planning, especially in the prairies, where lightning storms are frequent.
Weather forecast
MeteoMedia
the Garmin
The two things you need to get you're Garmin working.