Create a Segment

Strava users can create segments to mark the most interesting parts of their activity routes. Segments need to have a start point, an endpoint, and a sequence of locations in between. The first key to segment creation is that the data has to already exist within one of your own Strava activities. Each segment will be based on the activity data from which it was initially created.

• Begin by viewing one of your existing activities on the Strava website. Please note that segments cannot be created on the Strava mobile app. Whatever activity you choose, that data will be the foundation of the segment and affect the segment’s accuracy and matching.
• Click on the more (ellipses) icon and then click on Create Segment.
  
• You'll then see the segment creation interface, where you can specify the start and end using the green and red sliders above the map.
  • As you drag the sliders forward and back, the map updates the position of the green start marker and the red end marker.
  • For single-step adjustments, you can use the back and forward buttons below the slider's left and right ends.
  • Here are some helpful tips for optimizing segment creation.
• When you are happy with the start and endpoints, click Next. Strava will check to see if a similar segment already exists.
  • If Strava identifies that a duplicate segment of your proposed new segment exists, you can see it on the map and compare it to your proposed segment. If you click on the name of the duplicate segment, you’ll be able to view the leaderboard tab. You can create a duplicate of an existing segment, but it must be private only to you.
  • If Strava identifies that a similar segment(s) exists to the one you’re trying to create, you’ll be able to see it on the map and compare it to your proposed new segment. If you click on the name of a similar segment, you’ll be able to view the leaderboard tab. If, after inspecting the similar segments, you believe your proposed segment is different from those similar segments, you may create a new public segment. Please first double-check that your proposed new segment does not already exist. 
  • If prompted, click Next again, and you will have the opportunity to name the segment. Good names describe the segment in a way that others will recognize. It can be helpful to include the name of the landmarks used for the start and end or use a familiar nickname known to locals.
• The final step will be to decide if the segment is private or public. Private means that you will only see the segment and only your results will be shown. Your results on the segment will not be visible to others when they view your activities that match the segment. Public means that the segment will be visible to all users.
• Once you click “Create my Segment,” you will be returned to the activity page where you began. You will be able to find that segment on this activity and in your “Created Segments” tab on your "My Segments" page. It may take several hours for a historical leaderboard to be created, so check back soon for complete results.