FindPenguins vs Polarsteps vs Pebbls in 2026 · October 5, 2026 FindPenguins and Polarsteps both map your trip while your phone is in your pocket. Here's how they differ, where FindPenguins is the better choice, and where Pebbls fits in.
How to turn your route into a 3D video (from Strava, Garmin, Komoot or a GPX) · October 4, 2026 Make a 3D video of your ride, hike, run, sail or road trip: the camera flies your route over the real landscape, with your photos where they happened. Free, from a GPX or a route you draw, and how to make it a good one.
Polarsteps alternatives in 2026: the best apps for slow travel · October 4, 2026 Looking for a Polarsteps alternative? Here's how Pebbls, FindPenguins, Stippl, Journi and Relive compare, which suits which kind of trip, and why Pebbls is made for journeys by bike, on foot, by boat or in a van.
Introducing Pebbls V3: Built for the Journey Ahead · March 21, 2026 Pebbls has been rebuilt from scratch, with a new look, five languages, communities, a journal for each trip, flyby films of your route and live tracking. This is what changed, and why I made it.
The Quiet Art of Escapism · May 8, 2025 Escapism gets lumped in with avoiding things. A couple of days on foot somewhere new, or a bike ride that ends in a tent rather than at home, isn't running away. Often it's how you get your head straight again.
How to Map & Journal Your Vanlife Adventures · May 1, 2025 Live in a van for a few weeks and the places start to blur together. How to keep a record of the road with Pebbls: the route you drove, the places you stopped, and a map family can follow from home.
What Is Slow Travel? A Beginner's Guide · April 21, 2025 Slow travel means taking the slow way, by bike, on foot, by train, boat or van, at a pace that lets you notice where you are. What it is, why people choose it, and how to keep a record of a slow trip.
How Can I Make a Travel Map of My Adventure Journey? · August 20, 2024 How to make a map of your trip as you go: the route you actually took, photos and notes pinned where they happened, and a link people at home can follow. It's free, and this covers the setup step by step.
Pebbls vs Polarsteps: an honest comparison and review for 2026 · October 4, 2026 Both apps map your trip while your phone is in your pocket, but they're made for different trips. Here's how Pebbls and Polarsteps compare, side by side, and which one suits the way you travel.
What is Adventure Travel? · February 8, 2024 Adventure travel is any trip where you get yourself there, on foot, by bike, by boat or in a van, and the route matters as much as where you end up. What it means in practice, and a few tips before you go.
Maximizing Battery Efficiency on Your Adventures · December 30, 2024 Worrying about your phone’s battery draining while you travel can put a damper on any adventure. After all, you’d rather be admiring breathtaking views than babysitting your power levels.
Pebbls: The Eco-Friendly Travel Tracker · November 22, 2024 Looking for a travel tracker app that cares about the planet as much as you do? Pebbls by Lisia Digital is the environmentally friendly choice for tracking your adventures.
The Best Slow Travel GPS Tracking App for Android and iOS · November 20, 2024 Every adventure tells a story. Whether it's a weekend hike through the mountains, a cross-country road trip, or a simple stroll through a new neighborhood, the paths we take are filled with moments…
August 2024 Update: 100,000km of Adventure! · August 12, 2024 It’s been truly exciting to see Pebbls being used by adventurers around the globe. So far, Pebbls has tracked more than 100,000km of journeys in over 25 countries.
Pebbls Update - June 2024 · June 23, 2024 It’s been an exciting couple of months at Pebbls since my last post — with new adventurers setting out on journeys across the globe.
Pebbls Update - GPX Import · March 21, 2024 The main feature update that I'd like to share with you today is the new feature within the Pebbls Tracking App to enable you to create new legs from a GPX file.
Pebbls Update: Maps, Media, and Tweaks · March 10, 2024 I've now rolled out the new unified map experience across the whole of Pebbls (except for the photo gallery but that will be coming very soon).
Pebbls Update: March 2 2024 · March 2, 2024 It's been another productive week here at Pebbls. Here's a brief update of what I've been up to.
Pebbls Update: 26 Feb 2024 · February 26, 2024 It’s been a busy couple of weeks at Pebbls since my last update. While I've hit a few snags, mainly with the anticipated Expo 50 (mobile app framework) upgrade, I've continued with developing…
This Week in Pebbls: – Bug Fixes and Upgrades – Feb 11, 2024 · February 11, 2024 Welcome back to another weekly feature update at Pebbls. This week, I've tackled some behind-the-scenes improvements and exciting updates to enhance your experience. Here's the rundown:
This Week in Pebbls: - Pebbls' Latest Features - Feb 4, 2024 · February 4, 2024 Hello, welcome to the first of our weekly feature updates from the world of Pebbls. Below, you'll find an overview of the new features and improvements that have been rolled out over the past 7 days.
Under the Hood: Developing an Adventure Tracking App · January 30, 2024 If you haven't already seen it, take a quick look at my previous post before jumping into this one. It introduces the blog series and tells some of the Pebbls origin story.