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Hike Exercise Option Innacuracy

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‎07-20-2020 08:36

‎07-20-2020 08:36

I use my Ionic for tracking a variety of activities, including  roller skiing and canoeing.  I have noticed that the Hike mode undercounts the distance.   I will get a different distance in Bike or Run modes.   Can you explain why this is happening?

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‎08-01-2020 17:15 - last edited on ‎10-16-2024 07:25 by Fitbit Moderator

‎08-01-2020 17:15 - last edited on ‎10-16-2024 07:25 by Fitbit Moderator

@rvatsaas Welcome back to the Community. Thanks for the details mentioned. 

All devices with GPS sensors require a direct path to GPS satellites to calculate location. A weak GPS signal might affect the accuracy of your route and other activity data. Your device uses your step count to calculate distance until it finds a signal, so the total distance calculated for a workout may be slightly less accurate when GPS isn't available for the entire time.

If you're experiencing issues with GPS connecting to the satellite, please follow this troubleshooting. 

I'll be around if you have any additional questions. 

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