What are Stryd Duo and Stryd Footpath?
Stryd Duo is a dual-sided running power meter that consists of two Stryd pods (either two Next Gen or two Stryd 5.0 pods) paired together in the Stryd Mobile App. It provides advanced left/right gait metrics not available with a single pod.
Stryd Footpath is a footpath visualization tool that creates a visual representation of each foot’s path during a run. It helps runners analyze gait patterns to support injury recovery, monitor fatigue, track how running drills affect form, and evaluate footwear impacts. (https://help.stryd.com/en/articles/8538788-how-to-use-stryd-footpath-with-next-gen-stryd-stryd-duo)
What do I get with Stryd Duo? (Core Metrics & Benefits)
When you pair two pods into Stryd Duo, you receive new second-by-second balance metrics that provide deeper insight into how your body moves while running:
Ground Contact Time Balance
Vertical Ratio
Vertical Oscillation Balance
Leg Spring Stiffness Balance
Impact Loading Rate Balance
These metrics show left/right differences and help quantify symmetry and form changes during the run. (https://help.stryd.com/en/articles/8548514-understanding-the-new-stryd-duo-metrics)
What do I need to use Stryd Duo & Stryd Footpath?
Stryd Duo
Two Next Gen Stryd pods or two Stryd 5.0 pods
Like pods only — you cannot mix Next Gen and Stryd 5.0 to form a Duo.
Stryd Footpath
To access Footpath visualizations:
Stryd Duo (two pods paired)
Active Stryd Membership
Stryd Footpath is not available without a membership.
How do I get a Stryd Duo?
If you already own one Stryd 5.0 or Next Gen Stryd, simply add a second pod and pair both in the Stryd Mobile App. (https://help.stryd.com/en/articles/8538807-pair-stryd-duo-in-the-stryd-mobile-app)
You can also order a Stryd Duo system with two pods directly from the store or a bundle that includes a membership (often the best value). (https://www.stryd.com/us/en/store)
How do I set up Stryd Duo?
Pair your two pods in the Stryd Mobile App to create a Duo.
Connect Stryd Duo to your watch (Garmin, Apple Watch, COROS, Polar, Suunto, Wahoo), depending on your device. (https://help.stryd.com/en/articles/8538771-setup-stryd-duo-stryd-5-0-on-your-watch)
Start your run and gather data; after the run, sync to see Footpath data (if you have the membership).
How do I access/view my Stryd Footpath data?
After your run, open the Stryd Mobile App and sync your data.
Footpath visualizations appear in the Stryd PowerCenter under the Footpath section (https://help.stryd.com/en/articles/8538788-how-to-use-stryd-footpath-with-next-gen-stryd-stryd-duo).
Footpath visualizations can be used to compare runs and view side, top, or back views of left/right paths.
How do I sync my Stryd Footpath?
We have made it exceptionally easy to sync your Stryd Footpath from the main screen of the Stryd mobile app. Make sure you update the Stryd mobile app on the App Store or Google Play.
Please see this article for instructions on how to sync Stryd Footpath from Stryd Duo >
I am missing the new metrics. Where should I find those?
For Apple Watch, please check the following:
You have that latest version of the Stryd app on your phone + watch
You paired Stryd Duo in the Stryd mobile app
For Garmin watch, please check the following:
You have that latest version of the Stryd app on your phone + watch
You paired Stryd Duo in the Stryd mobile app
You have the latest version of the Stryd Zones data field (if applicable)
You have paired Stryd as an RD Pod to the watch (if applicable)
For Suunto, Polar, or Wahoo watches, please check the following:
You have that latest version of the Stryd app on your phone + watch
You paired Stryd Duo in the Stryd mobile app
You have offline synced Stryd to receive the new metrics
For COROS watches, please check the following:
You have that latest version of the Stryd app on your phone + watch
You paired Stryd Duo in the Stryd mobile app
You paired Stryd Duo as an RD Pod (if applicable)
You have offline synced Stryd to receive the new metrics
Do I need a Stryd Membership?
Stryd Duo core metrics (balance metrics) do not require a membership; they are available as part of the Duo setup. (https://help.stryd.com/en/articles/6879729-who-is-stryd-membership-for-is-it-worth-it)
Stryd Footpath access does require an active Stryd Membership in addition to having Stryd Duo.
When did Stryd Duo & Footpath become available?
Stryd Duo hardware and the related Footpath features were enabled via software updates (mobile app/watch app/PowerCenter) and became available starting in early November 2023.
Compatibility
Any watch that is compatible with Stryd supports Stryd Duo.
Make sure the Stryd app and your watch firmware are up to date to receive the latest metrics.
Troubleshooting Metrics
If you don’t see Duo metrics on your watch app, check:
The app and watch are using the latest Stryd software
Duo is paired in the mobile app
Stryd Zones or data fields are up to date and correctly configured
Offline sync is performed (for some devices)