Screw everyone else on Strava, the key for me is simply tracking routes, a fitness interest to compare my own rides, and matching segments to learn trails and trail names. Turn on, forget about it and ride. A simple curiosity post ride to see where I’ve been mainly and maybe suss out new routes, cheeky stuff, etc.
Well, comparing against friends I ride with does also act as verification that a) my GPS is accurate or at least consistent and b) that it’s just interesting to see most of us are all similar in performance. Though could be just when riding in a group you’re all riding similar speeds.
Anyway, premium, not really interested in downloading other people’s routes. Analysis of my heart rate zones is of zero interest to me. So long as the thing is still ticking, that’s fine. I don’t set goals. I just ride for fun and social.
Out of interest, I see Garmin now have segments or are trying to do segments on their Connect site.