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VOTE for MASSUP.US now please!

http://appsformetrochicago.com/apps/massupus-social-cycling-system

 

As you may know, MassUp.us is the webapp originally developed for the Chicago Naked Ride to publish the flyer and broadcast our location live.  Now in its fourth major version it's evolved massively over the years to comprehensively meet the needs of urban cyclists, and now also serves Chicago Critical Mass and other local rides.

 

Among its many amazing features, it now integrates over a dozen City of Chicago and other datasets.  You can now find the nearest bike shop or park or train stop or fun event in just a tap or two.

 

The AppsForMetroChicago contest is awarding some good $$$ for users of the datasets, and with your help MassUp.us could be a finalist.  Visit this link then click on VOTE near the top left corner:

http://appsformetrochicago.com/apps/massupus-social-cycling-system

 

Public voting closes soon, so do it now please.  No registration required.

 

And if you need more motivation to represent for cyclists, be aware that in the first round a few months ago parking space finder websites won the top two prizes.

http://appsformetrochicago.com/apps/massupus-social-cycling-system

 

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If you haven't seen MassUp.us in a while, please visit.  The user interface is completely overhauled.  http://MassUp.us

 

Here's an excerpt from the contest entry:

  • MassUp.us is Chicago's "Social Cycling System" - A major WebApp comprehensively meeting the needs of urban bicyclists.
  • MassUp.us works on any smartphone or PC and requires no installation.
  • MassUp.us features maps, directions, compass, ride recording, calorie counter, speedometer, weather and much more.
  • MassUp.us integrates city of Chicago, State of Illinois, and other datasets to quickly find bike shops, racks, train station, parks and more.
  • MassUp.us monitors Facebook, Twitter, RSS and many other feeds for current location-based info.
  • MassUp.us records, plot and save rides, and has years of public route archives.
  • MassUp.us lists popular group rides, each with news and discussion.
  • MassUp.us responds to text message queries such as weather and whereabouts.
  • MassUp.us broadcasts rides live. Users can post by photos, email, SMS, voice, GPS and social networks.
  • MassUp.us for group rides replaces printing and radios while adding powerful new capabilities. Open broadcast of location helps stragglers find their way, assists drivers and police with traffic control, connects production staff, lets fans enjoy from afar, and tells spectators where to be.
  • MassUp.us for personal rides offers directions, ride recording, calorie info, weather, radio, games and more.

Tap the big ? (help) or menu button on any MassUp.us page for more info.

 

Thanx!!!

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Permalink Reply by Andrew Bedno on December 7, 2011 at 9:49pm

A few recent screenshots:


 
Permalink Reply by Steven Vance on December 8, 2011 at 6:31pm

I'll vote for you if you vote for my app!

http://appsformetrochicago.com/apps/bikes-metra

And Chicago Lobbyists. What's the transportation connection? I'm glad you asked!

http://gridchicago.com/2011/vote-on-the-best-apps-for-metro-chicago/

Permalink Reply by Far'arned Retrogrumpalunkus #63 on December 8, 2011 at 6:59pm

Looks nice!  -Voted.

Permalink Reply by Zoetrope on December 8, 2011 at 7:45pm

I don't have an iphone or anything but I still voted.  Yeah, I'm a pretty nice guy.  

Permalink Reply by h' Zerocats on December 8, 2011 at 9:05pm

I couldn't find an app listed that tells you where the nearest Andes Mint ice cream sandwich can be purchased, so I voted for massup.US.

Permalink Reply by Andrew Bedno on December 9, 2011 at 10:10am

Thanx everyone.  H, several of your sites are on its links list: http://massup.us/links

 

Permalink Reply by Ace Mann on December 12, 2011 at 3:28pm
You got until 5pm to still vote!
Permalink Reply by Gerry G on December 12, 2011 at 4:17pm

Myself and twenty of the faithfully departed now residing at Rosehill have voted.  This is still Chicago after all...

Permalink Reply by Andrew Bedno on December 12, 2011 at 5:33pm

Thanx everyone.  Many people've asked how many times can one vote?  Personally, I assumed "vote" would be commonly known to inherently mean only once, and so didn't even mention.  Their system seems worrisomely free of checks and balances.

 

According to the rules, voting is open until midnight tonight.

http://appsformetrochicago.com/apps/massupus-social-cycling-system

Permalink Reply by h' Zerocats on December 12, 2011 at 5:51pm

I don't see a link to vote on that page . . .?

Permalink Reply by Tony Adams on December 12, 2011 at 6:44pm

I'm not seeing a link to vote anywhere. Perhaps voting really did end at 5?

(I'm also not logged in, so perhaps that is the problem?)

h' said:

I don't see a link to vote on that page . . .?

Permalink Reply by Andrew Bedno on December 12, 2011 at 7:24pm

Yup, the voting link has disappeared :(

Nothing to do now but hope :)

Check out the competitors: http://appsformetrochicago.com/apps

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