Frequently Asked Questions

I switched from an iOS to Android or vice-versa, where are my purchases?

Google and Apple both manage area licenses independently. They manage the revenue, technical verification, and licensing details for their respective platforms.

Note: Purchases do not transfer between Apple and Google, only between devices of the same OS (e.g., iPhone to iPhone or Android to Android).

What format are the waypoints in?

All waypoints are in UTM format. Wikipedia has a good introduction to this system.

UTM is a meter-based system that is very easy to use. For example:

12S indicates Zone 12, Latitude band S (covering most of Southern Utah).
The mE and mN numbers indicate meters East and North. If your GPS reads 14 meters different, you know exactly how far off you are from the waypoint.

What Datum does the site use?

WGS84

What is a GPX file? And how do I use it?

GPX is short for GPS eXchange format. It is a standard XML schema for storing waypoints, routes, and tracks.

Practically, it is the standard format supported by software like National Geographic Topo!, Gaia GPS, and most handheld GPS units. This allows you to import files directly to see waypoints on your screen without manual typing.

Why did the site name change from ajroadtrips?

When I started this site, it was outdoorzen.org, then Average Joe Road Trips. I wanted to build a site for the everyman.

However, people kept asking "Your name isn't AJ?" or telling me the content was way "above average." After being called AJ one too many times, Road Trip Ryan was born.

The third time is the charm! Old links still work perfectly and will redirect you here automatically. Thanks for being part of the journey!