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haha!
Whilst I agree generally that the last thing i want is a buzzing/beeping 'virtual partner', realtime training stats or anything beyond directions, I find that using my garmin on what I think of as 'silent map mode' (i.e. no prompts, off-course warnings or anything else, just a line on a map that I can zoom in/out of if I want to check where I am etc) is an aid to make the most of the cycling escapism experience. Having to constantly check phone/physical map to check where you are/going is tiresome and leaves a vague sense of anxiety that you might not be where you think you are/have you missed a turning etc. Sure, you can say just forget the maps and ride where you like, which is lovely, but if you're heading for a certain pub/campsite/swim spot etc that doesn't quite work.
So yeah, biketime is great to escape computers, but unless you're riding in a vary particular style to my mind a garmin set up entirely passively is an absolute must to be able to ride new roads, to specific locations, and actually enjoy the experience the entire time with no stress re routing...