Zwift has just rolled out a new Euro-centric monthly fondo series in partnership with pro team Alpecin Cycling. The “Alpecin Cycling Series” includes a big prize drawing and a chance to try to hold the wheel of cycling superstar Mathieu Van der Poel. It all kicks off this Sunday, June 28!
Is this a Race?
Officially, no. But many riders will treat these as races. Ride your ride. Find a group traveling at your pace and enjoy the challenge!
Schedule
There is one fondo each month for June, July, and August:
The Gran Fondo is the longest of the three fondo routes Zwift unveiled in January 2019 for its Zwift fondo series. These are event-only routes, meaning they are only available for use in events and cannot be ridden on a freeride or individual workout.
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The Gran Fondo is the longest of the three fondo routes Zwift unveiled in January 2019 for its Zwift fondo series. These are event-only routes, meaning they are only available for use in events and cannot be ridden on a freeride or individual workout.
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Route Basics
Length: 97.2 km (60.4 miles) Elevation: 1148 m (3,766‘) Lead-In: 0.5 km (0.3 miles) Map: Watopia
The Gran Fondo is very similar to the Medio Fondo in terms of key climbs and overall elevation, but ~25km (15.5 miles) longer due to some meandering around Watopia proper between the “Road to Ruins” section and the “Mountain Route” ending.
This route is essentially these routes strung together:
The Medio Fondo is one of three fondo routes Zwift unveiled in January 2019 for its Zwift fondo series. Currently these are event-only routes, meaning they are only available for use in events and cannot be ridden on a freeride or individual workout.
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The Medio Fondo is one of three fondo routes Zwift unveiled in January 2019 for its Zwift fondo series. Currently these are event-only routes, meaning they are only available for use in events and cannot be ridden on a freeride or individual workout.
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Route Basics
Length: 72.6 km (45.1 miles) Elevation: 981 m (3,219‘) Lead-In: 0.5 km (0.3 miles) Map: Watopia
The route initially heads out Ocean Boulevard for a nice, flat warmup. Then it’s over the Hilly KOM reverse, through downtown Watopia, and over to the Volcano for a climb to its magma-studded peak.
Descend the Volcano and head out to the Mayan Jungle for a lap in the reverse (clockwise) direction, then return to downtown Watopia by a circuitous route which includes The Esses and the Volcano Circuit.
Lastly, it’s time to head out Ocean Boulevard once more for the big finish: a climb up the Epic KOM! The route ends at the KOM banner.
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C: Bambino Fondo - 52.1km (32.4 miles), 553m (1814′)
“Bambino Fondo” Route Details (Watopia)
The Bambino Fondo is one of three fondo routes Zwift unveiled in January 2019 for its Zwift fondo series. Currently these are event-only routes, meaning they are only available for use in events and cannot be ridden on a freeride or individual workout.
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The Bambino Fondo is one of three fondo routes Zwift unveiled in January 2019 for its Zwift fondo series. Currently these are event-only routes, meaning they are only available for use in events and cannot be ridden on a freeride or individual workout.
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Route Basics
Length: 52.1 km (32.4 miles) Elevation: 581 m (1,906‘) Lead-In: 0.5 km (0.3 miles) Map: Watopia
We begin with a forward lap of the Flat Route, followed by a forward lap of the Hilly Route. Then we take Ocean Boulevard again, hanging a left at the windmills and climbing then descending into the Mayan Jungle. Once around the jungle loop, then we climb back out, descend to sea level, and hang a left at the Italian Villas fountain to make our way toward the Volcano. Then it’s up to the top of the volcano, with our route ending at the KOM banner.
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Prize Drawing*
There is a giveaway associated with this fondo series, but it’s only for Zwifters in particular countries. The official rules state “The Promotion is open to individuals who reside in the countries of Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Luxemburg, Belgium or the Netherlands and are 18 years of age or older as of date of entry…”
The grand prize is a Wahoo KICKR bike and Headwind fan. In addition, Zwift is giving away 10 Alpecin-Fenix sets (jersey + bib short) and 50 Alpecin Caffeine shampoo product sets.
We reached out to Zwift HQ for clarification on these drawings and confirmed that only Zwifters in the countries listed above are eligible to win these prizes. This is due to Alpecin’s market and product availability.
Eric runs Zwift Insider in his spare time when he isn't on the bike or managing various business interests. He lives in Northern California with his beautiful wife, two kids and dog. Follow on Strava