GPS Tips and Tricks for Accurate Paddle Tracking
GPS can occasionally show jumps, gaps or a distance that differs from another device. PaddlePal filters location samples, but it cannot recreate positions your device never recorded.
Before you start
- Enable Location Services and Precise Location for PaddlePal.
- Start in an open area with a clear view of the sky. Buildings, cliffs and dense tree cover can obstruct or reflect satellite signals.
- Give your phone or Watch a moment to establish its location before tapping GO. Check the location or GPS status shown in the app.
- Keep your device securely attached and protected from water. Avoid enclosing it in metal or burying it under equipment.
- Make sure the device has enough battery for the session.
If a route looks wrong
Check whether the workout was paused, whether location access changed, and where gaps occurred. Compare the route with the actual surroundings. GPS recording does not require mobile data; loading new map tiles does.
After saving your workout, update PaddlePal and restart the device if the problem recurs. Avoid force-quitting the app during a recording. When contacting support, include the device, app version and whether the issue affects every paddle or one location.
Related help
Fix location permissions · Find a missing workout · GPS and mobile data
Still need help? In PaddlePal, open Settings → Get Support, or email support@paddlepal.net.