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www.run.com: site rating
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This site is in it's beta, thus imperfect but as I don't have a mileage calculator or a nike+, this is the next best thing. I put in a couple of the runs that I did these last weeks to see just how far I went each time. This site roughly calculates your mileage and, using a google-earth-type mapping system, shows you a graph of the hills and terrain. The site also allows you to place water spots, points of interest, views, bathrooms, etc. The idea is great but it needs some work. I wish that they would let you delete points (they only give you 100 and Rome has some cuuurveeeyy roads) so I don't know how accurate it is. One is very limited while making the map and if you mess up, you have to start again from the beginning. Also, graphically, I find the site to be below par, with cheap-looking banner ads at the center of attention. I'm giving it a 6.5 out of 10 for effort (for now), and for answering that undying question in my head "How far am I going today??" I'm interested to see where this site will go in the future.
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