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Staminist Forums - Zwift Riders Forum Unofficial Zwift Riders Forum: Gear and tech advice, group rides, racing, and chat https://staminist.com/list.php?16 Tue, 19 May 2026 00:46:41 -0500 Phorum 5.2.19 https://staminist.com/read.php?16,446# Re: How to organize a Zwift group ride or race https://staminist.com/read.php?16,446# "To get your ride on the Zwift Event Module
email charlie@zwift.com"
As far as I know, that's still the official way to get your event listed in that particular calendar.
I haven't been using Zwift that much lately, do they have an event calendar integrated into the app now?
Skye

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Carolyn
I created my account on teamup. I currently have Read-Only-Access to the calendar. The link to the Facebook group, Zwift Rides Calendar Access, is broken. Yields a message, "This Content Isn't Available Right Now. When this happens, it's usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it has been deleted."
I realize your post is a few years old. Has the process to create a Zwift Event changed? I want more than a Zwift Meetup offers.
Thanks,
Carolyn

^ CLICK TO REPLY]]> Skye Zwift Riders Forum Fri, 10 Apr 2020 19:20:06 -0500 https://staminist.com/read.php?16,446# Re: How to organize a Zwift group ride or race https://staminist.com/read.php?16,446# I realize your post is a few years old. Has the process to create a Zwift Event changed? I want more than a Zwift Meetup offers.
Thanks,
Carolyn ^ CLICK TO REPLY]]> Carolyn Zwift Riders Forum Thu, 09 Apr 2020 21:06:51 -0500 https://staminist.com/read.php?16,313# Re: Welcome Zwift Riders! Introduce yourself here https://staminist.com/read.php?16,313# Carolyn Zwift Riders Forum Thu, 09 Apr 2020 20:52:15 -0500 https://staminist.com/read.php?16,1637# Re: Trying out RGT Cycling virtual app https://staminist.com/read.php?16,1637# Not too many riders, but plenty of NPC riders around to keep it lively. Like I said before, this is just some visual distraction for my TrainerRoad workouts so I don't really care that it's missing all the social Zwift stuff. I don't think Zwift is that great for structured training, to be honest - I always get caught up going for PRs or racing other riders.
Skye ^ CLICK TO REPLY]]> Skye Zwift Riders Forum Tue, 17 Dec 2019 14:26:09 -0600 https://staminist.com/read.php?16,1637# Trying out RGT Cycling virtual app https://staminist.com/read.php?16,1637# https://www.rgtcycling.com/
You connect your power meter to the phone app, then connect the app to a screen app on a desktop or AppleTV.
Seems to work really well on my PC laptop, was only getting 5 fps on my old Mac mini though. Doesn't have all the features of Zwift but it's free and it's just something to distract me from boring indoor riding (doing TrainerRoad base plan again) and looks just as good...
Anyone else using RGT?
Skye ^ CLICK TO REPLY]]> Skye Zwift Riders Forum Mon, 09 Dec 2019 19:55:18 -0600 https://staminist.com/read.php?16,732# Back to indoor riding https://staminist.com/read.php?16,732# Skye Zwift Riders Forum Mon, 26 Nov 2018 19:21:35 -0600 https://staminist.com/read.php?16,674# Re: Starting out https://staminist.com/read.php?16,674# As far as calibration, check the Tacx manual.
Sorry for the delayed response, I don't ride indoors much in the summer =)
Skye ^ CLICK TO REPLY]]> Skye Zwift Riders Forum Wed, 18 Jul 2018 13:03:47 -0500 https://staminist.com/read.php?16,674# Starting out https://staminist.com/read.php?16,674# Should I use zwift or tacx software. Will zwift be able to calibrate the bike and trainer initially or do I have to use tacx software for that?

I'd like to use zwift with an ipad. Will I Need an adapter for it to talk to the trainer?

My goals are to be able to do different routes and maybe group rides virtually. Do some famous race routes like the tour de france. ^ CLICK TO REPLY]]> Superbobu2 Zwift Riders Forum Thu, 05 Jul 2018 08:29:54 -0500 https://staminist.com/read.php?16,588# Re: CompuTrainer Kit Now Live on Zwift https://staminist.com/read.php?16,588# Does your Computrainer connect directly to your computer over USB? Are you using the FTDI USB to Stereo Adapter?
This article has a list of requirements and a checklist for troubleshooting
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Hey there, I have heard a lot about Zwift as it makes the home trainer session more fun with virtual races and rides but never used it. Recently on my friend's recommendation, I have brought a computrainer see this for indoor cycle training. I have tried pairing zwift with the computrainer but I am unable to do so. Looking for the procedure for pairing zwift with computrainer.

^ CLICK TO REPLY]]> Skye Zwift Riders Forum Tue, 14 Feb 2017 14:47:29 -0600 https://staminist.com/read.php?16,588# Re: CompuTrainer Kit Now Live on Zwift https://staminist.com/read.php?16,588# see this for indoor cycle training. I have tried pairing zwift with the computrainer but I am unable to do so. Looking for the procedure for pairing zwift with computrainer. ^ CLICK TO REPLY]]> Clarkmajor Zwift Riders Forum Tue, 14 Feb 2017 00:15:01 -0600 https://staminist.com/read.php?16,284# Re: Zwift Jersey Promo Codes https://staminist.com/read.php?16,284#

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I was wondering too and found this info on Zwift frequeltly Q/A
How do I enter promo codes to unlock new kits?
Zwift has a lot of jerseys you can unlock, but there is no way to do it in the iOS app due to restrictions by Apple on in-game promo codes. For now, you will need to open your Zwift account in the desktop (PC/Mac) version, get into the game then hit “P” on the keyboard to enter your unlock codes. A full list of available kits can be found here.

Once the kit has been unlocked once on a desktop, it should show up on your jersey selection on the iPad after that.
Skye

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StuHoltby
I access Zwift via my iPad - and touching the "P" key to open the kit options doesn't seem to do anything. Am I doing something wrong?
thanks
S

^ CLICK TO REPLY]]> Skye Zwift Riders Forum Thu, 19 Jan 2017 13:38:24 -0600 https://staminist.com/read.php?16,284# Re: Zwift Jersey Promo Codes https://staminist.com/read.php?16,284# thanks
S ^ CLICK TO REPLY]]> StuHoltby Zwift Riders Forum Wed, 18 Jan 2017 21:41:38 -0600 https://staminist.com/read.php?16,603# 2016 Zwiftathon for World Bicicyle Relief https://staminist.com/read.php?16,603#

Join us Saturday, December 3rd, as riders from around the world assemble on the digital shores of Watopia to help raise $200,000 in the 2nd Annual Ride On Zwiftathon for World Bicycle Relief.
Ride With The Pros
You’ll be in good company as current and former pros lead group rides over the 24-hour Zwiftathon including:
- Andy Hampsten and Team 7-Eleven members
- 2016 Paris-Roubaix winner Matt Hayman
- Current cross-country World Champion Annika Langvad
- Former hour world record holder Jens Voigt
- Lawson Craddock, Eros Poli, Axel Merckx, Alex Howes, Laurens ten Dam, Fumy Beppu, current US pro champion Greg Daniel and many others
Ride With Purpose
World Bicycle Relief is a nonprofit that mobilizes people through the Power of Bicycles providing durable ‘Buffalo’ bikes to communities in need. In the hands of entrepreneurs, healthcare workers or students, a bicycle is life changing. It mobilizes individuals, communities and entire economies.
Every mile counts. Our friends at Trek have once again generously offered to donate $45K if the Zwift community rides at least 250K mi (402.3K km) during the 24-hours. We got this!
Sign-Up Today
Registration is FREE. All participants will receive an awesome World Bicycle Relief virtual kit. Any fundraiser that raises a minimum of two Buffalo bikes ($294) will receive a special Team World Bicycle Relief t-shirt. All fundraisers will be eligible to win amazing prizes and the top fundraiser will take home a custom Trek Project One Madone equipped with SRAM eTap and Zipp wheels as well as a CycleOps Hammer Direct Drive Trainer.
All donations go straight to WBR. Even the smallest effort will make a huge difference in someone’s life.
Make Your Miles Count and Ride On.
The Team at Zwift ^ CLICK TO REPLY]]> Skye Zwift Riders Forum Thu, 24 Nov 2016 15:28:09 -0600 https://staminist.com/read.php?16,599# Free Zwift for Strava Premium users Nov/Dec 2016 https://staminist.com/read.php?16,599#

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Strava
Starting in 2017, your Premium membership will no longer include two free months of Zwift. Until then, we want you to squeeze every drop out of this benefit. That's why Zwift will be offering every Premium cyclist free access all November and December - whether you've used your free two months this year or not.
Hope you enjoy it. We'll see you out there on the (virtual) road.
The Strava Premium Team

And here's the details on the Zwift site:
http://zwift.com/stravapremium
Skye ^ CLICK TO REPLY]]> Skye Zwift Riders Forum Fri, 28 Oct 2016 15:03:49 -0500 https://staminist.com/read.php?16,588# Re: CompuTrainer Kit Now Live on Zwift https://staminist.com/read.php?16,588# Skye ^ CLICK TO REPLY]]> Skye Zwift Riders Forum Wed, 07 Sep 2016 22:21:48 -0500 https://staminist.com/read.php?16,588# CompuTrainer Kit Now Live on Zwift https://staminist.com/read.php?16,588# Ray ^ CLICK TO REPLY]]> Bikegeek Zwift Riders Forum Tue, 06 Sep 2016 13:52:24 -0500 https://staminist.com/read.php?16,470# Re: Canyon/Sram Women's Team recruiting from Zwift?! https://staminist.com/read.php?16,470# The Zwift Academy is here!
http://academy.zwift.com/

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CANYON//SRAM Racing and Zwift have teamed up to offer women cyclists from around the world an opportunity to develop their talents, grow their community and, for one lucky rider, win a pro contract with the CANYON//SRAM Racing team for the 2017 season.
The Zwift Academy is moving full speed ahead. 775 women have now taken up the challenge!
Thanks to everyone who's signed up. Keep spreading the word and doing your bit for Women's Cycling!

Qualifying
JUNE - AUGUST 2016
Build strength and make friends as you participate in Group Training Rides and complete Zwift Academy Workouts with the CANYON//SRAM Racing team and women from around the world.
Group Training Rides
CANYON//SRAM Racing and Zwift community members will lead multiple group rides every week.
Riders must join a total of at least 9 Zwift Academy training rides to qualify.
Zwift Academy Workouts
A Zwift Academy specific workout plan with 27 workouts beginning and ending with an FTP Test.
Riders must complete all 27 workouts to qualify. ^ CLICK TO REPLY]]> Skye Zwift Riders Forum Mon, 27 Jun 2016 13:10:55 -0500 https://staminist.com/read.php?16,470# Re: Canyon/Sram Women's Team recruiting from Zwift?! https://staminist.com/read.php?16,470# https://twitter.com/WMNcycling/status/709803100446580737 ^ CLICK TO REPLY]]> Skye Zwift Riders Forum Wed, 16 Mar 2016 22:06:31 -0500 https://staminist.com/read.php?16,522# The new mountain course is here! https://staminist.com/read.php?16,522# Update March 18, 2016 - The new mountain course is now available to the public!
Looking for group rides through the mountains? Check our Zwift Rides Calendar

Hot off the press! Can't wait for this new hilly route to get even more out of my (relatively) shorter indoor sessions
https://twitter.com/werkdodger/status/709132122108387328[/twitter]
[strava]https://www.strava.com/activities/516225499[/strava]
[twitter]https://twitter.com/GoZwift/status/709134306573156352 ^ CLICK TO REPLY]]> Skye Zwift Riders Forum Sun, 13 Mar 2016 16:52:29 -0500 https://staminist.com/read.php?16,507# Re: Does bike choice matter? https://staminist.com/read.php?16,507# From a post on the Zwift Blog Zwift Weight/Watt/Equipment Speed Tests
"Equipment does matter–especially wheels! The Zipp 808’s (the level 10 unlock) are 19 seconds faster over a full Richmond lap than the “stock” 32mm carbon wheels. The fastest bike available to all riders (other than the TT bike) is the Cervelo S5, which is 11 seconds faster over a full Richmond lap than the stock Zwift Carbon.
The difference between the stock setup (Zwift Carbon and 32mm carbon wheels) and the fastest race-legal setup (Cervelo S5 and Zipp 808’s) is 33 seconds per Richmond lap, or approximately 70 seconds per hour."
There's a lot of other observations about rider height and weight on that page that are quite interesting - such as the fact that since you can't upgrade the wheels, the much-coveted Tron bike isn't really that fast. I guess I'll be sticking to the Zipp 808's and the S-Works frame for races or any other time where speed matters. ^ CLICK TO REPLY]]> Skye Zwift Riders Forum Mon, 07 Mar 2016 00:04:33 -0600 https://staminist.com/read.php?16,507# Does bike choice matter? https://staminist.com/read.php?16,507# What about wheels? I like the way the classic bike and rims combo looks, but not sure if it's slowing me down.
Thanks ^ CLICK TO REPLY]]> Skye Zwift Riders Forum Sun, 06 Mar 2016 23:15:13 -0600 https://staminist.com/read.php?16,505# ATOC Ride with Fast Freddie Rodriguez https://staminist.com/read.php?16,505#
https://twitter.com/AmgenTOC/status/705204664304738308[/twitter]
[strava]https://www.strava.com/activities/507327246 ^ CLICK TO REPLY]]> Skye Zwift Riders Forum Wed, 02 Mar 2016 21:36:24 -0600 https://staminist.com/read.php?16,290# Re: Zwift Races & Group Rides Calendar https://staminist.com/read.php?16,290# It's best to keep an eye out for announcements from the ride leader via the group chat before the start, they should announce the intended route, as well as keeping an eye on the group's turn indicators for the first few corners. It's especially problematic on the Richmond course where you can't make a U-turn.
Ultimately, I hope Zwift creates some better group ride & race features built into the world itself, so this won't be an issue anymore. There are a lot of things that could be improved (route selection, making leaders more visible, private/empty course, race neutralizing, w/kg limits, etc etc). Some hints have been dropped that they're working on it, but who knows when it will be ready. ^ CLICK TO REPLY]]> Skye Zwift Riders Forum Sun, 21 Feb 2016 15:42:18 -0600 https://staminist.com/read.php?16,290# Re: Zwift Races & Group Rides Calendar https://staminist.com/read.php?16,290# Great site - thanks. Quick note on the ARR Saturday ride. Seems there are two rides - or at least a Flat or UCI course. I sailed on past the turn on the first lap and never saw them again. Fortunately so did Jensie, so kind of cool, but might be worth mentioning.
Cheers
Andy Bell ^ CLICK TO REPLY]]> Andrew Zwift Riders Forum Sat, 20 Feb 2016 07:49:50 -0600 https://staminist.com/read.php?16,320# Re: Zwift Workout Mode https://staminist.com/read.php?16,320# Thinking about creating an online database of workouts for people to upload and share, but not sure if Zwift has something like that in the works (I think I heard that they do)... don't want to duplicate effort. Would be really nice to calculate what the TSS is for various workouts, though. ^ CLICK TO REPLY]]> Skye Zwift Riders Forum Fri, 19 Feb 2016 18:40:20 -0600 https://staminist.com/read.php?16,313# Re: Welcome Zwift Riders! Introduce yourself here https://staminist.com/read.php?16,313# I'm WIM from Belgium.
Using zwift since last week almost every day.
It awesome to ride indoor.
Great
Keep going. ^ CLICK TO REPLY]]> Wim Zwift Riders Forum Wed, 27 Jan 2016 05:42:59 -0600 https://staminist.com/read.php?16,470# Canyon/Sram Women's Team recruiting from Zwift?! https://staminist.com/read.php?16,470# New Canyon//SRAM team to use Zwift to recruit new team rider
Do you have what it takes to join the new Canyon//SRAM women’s team in 2017? There’s no need to sharpen your CV, though, all you need to do is get on Zwift and demonstrate your potential.
The search for the new recruit through the popular Zwift virtual reality training website will begin in March 2016, with female amateur riders from around the world invited to try-out.
Ronny Lauke is the Canyon//SRAM team director. "The world is full of young cyclists with raw talent that we may not be noticing,” he adds. “That’s a huge problem for the sport and we want to challenge this as much as possible. Of course, there are other criteria to becoming a pro cyclist, like attitude, bike handling and a good tactical brain, but without an exceptional engine you won’t get too far! This is going to be an exciting adventure with Zwift." ^ CLICK TO REPLY]]> Skye Zwift Riders Forum Tue, 26 Jan 2016 21:02:54 -0600 https://staminist.com/read.php?16,446# Re: How to organize a Zwift group ride or race https://staminist.com/read.php?16,446# MvVreeswijk Zwift Riders Forum Sat, 23 Jan 2016 07:40:48 -0600 https://staminist.com/read.php?16,446# Re: How to organize a Zwift group ride or race https://staminist.com/read.php?16,446# For example, leaving aside aerodynamic considerations, a 100 kg rider riding up a hill at 400 watts will climb at exactly the same rate as a 50 kg rider riding at 200 watts - both are riding at 4 w/kg.
For the group rides and races categories, the watts per kg range is based on your measured FTP (Functional Threshold Power, or max average power you can sustain for a solid 60 minutes). You then divide your FTP power in watts by your current weight to find your FTP in w/kg.
Here's a good article describing FTP and how to measure it: FTP Testing - The Cornerstone of Training
There are several FTP test protocols available in Zwift's "Workout Mode" when you first log in.

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A question on how to determine which Groupride to join. For example 3 to 3.5 w/kg. So the weight is what matters? My weight is 72 kg but someone who is 85 kg goes a lot faster and leaves me gasping for breath...

^ CLICK TO REPLY]]> Skye Zwift Riders Forum Fri, 22 Jan 2016 15:31:05 -0600 https://staminist.com/read.php?16,446# Re: How to organize a Zwift group ride or race https://staminist.com/read.php?16,446# MvVreeswijk Zwift Riders Forum Fri, 22 Jan 2016 14:53:57 -0600