Zwift Hardware News: Frame-Only Zwift Ride Now Shipping, Increased Hardware Availability + More

It’s the news many Zwifters have been waiting for: today Zwift begins selling the Zwift Ride smart frame as a standalone item.

They’ve announced additional hardware news as well: the official launch of the Zwift Ready program, more Zwift Ready trainers coming soon, global availability of the Zwift Cog + Click upgrade pack, and more.

Let’s dive into all the Zwifty hardware news!

Zwift Ride Smart Frame Available as Standalone Purchase

The Zwift Ride frame is available now in the US, EU, and UK priced at $799.99/€799.99/£749.99. It can be ordered exclusively from Zwift.com.

The frame ships with the latest version of the Zwift Cog for installation on your smart trainer. This Cog features built-in adjustability, which allows Zwifters to perfect their chain alignment to provide the quietest ride experience. The frame also includes multiple front feet to help ensure the frame is at the correct height for the trainer it’s paired with.

Which Trainers Are Compatible With the Zwift Ride Frame?

The Zwift Ride frame can be mounted on any smart trainer that supports Zwift’s virtual shifting. Here’s the current list of compatible trainers:

In addition to the list above, two more “Zwift Ready” trainers will be arriving soon:

• Elite Direto XR with Zwift Cog and Click 
• VAN RYSEL D100 with Zwift Cog and Click

“Zwift Ready” Program Launch

The Zwift Ready Program was soft-launched a couple of months back (see our post for program details), but today Zwift officially launches it. Basically, this program certifies trainers which support virtual shifting and ship with the Zwift Cog installed and a Click controller. These trainers have also undergone significant testing in order to be certified – you can read more about that here.

Zwift Ready trainers available from September on include:

• Wahoo KICKR CORE Zwift One
• JetBlack Victory with Zwift Cog and Click 
• Wahoo KICKR V6 with Zwift Cog and Click 
• Wahoo KICKR MOVE with Zwift Cog and Click 

The Zwift Hub One would also be considered Zwift Ready, but it is no longer for sale. Additionally, in the next few months two more Zwift Ready trainers will become available:

• Elite Direto XR with Zwift Cog and Click 
• VAN RYSEL D100 with Zwift Cog and Click

Zwift Cog+Click Availability

Virtual shifting is going global!

The Zwift Cog+Click upgrade pack will be available starting in September from Wahoo dealers globally for $79.99. If your smart trainer supports virtual shifting, you can purchase this pack to enable the simplicity of a single-cog setup with virtual shifting.

KICKR CORE Pricing and Availability

Wahoo and Zwift are now offering the option of purchasing the Wahoo KICKR CORE Zwift One trainer without a 1-year Zwift membership, decreasing the price by $150US:

Localized Pricing:

• USA: $499.99
• EU: €499.99
• UK: £449.99
• Purchase via Zwift.com and WahooFitness.com

Additionally, the KICKR CORE Zwift One is now available to purchase via Wahoo retailers globally, bringing virtual shifting capabilities to more countries.

Zwift Play Controllers Available in Canada

WTRL, organizers of Zwift Racing League and other major events, have partnered with Zwift to handle fulfillment of Zwift Play Controllers for Canadian Zwifters! WTRL tells us these are now available to pre-order via the WTRL Shop until stock arrives in Calgary, AB in approximately 2 weeks.

Pricing is a reasonable $140CAD, and WTRL tells us shipping is typically around $14CAD.

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Wrapping It Up

Whew… that was a lot!

To summarize: the Zwift Ride frame can now be purchased as a standalone item in the US, UK, and EU. Plus there’s more virtual shifting coming to more people thanks to more trainer support and Wahoo selling compatible trainers plus Cog+Click upgrade packs through their global retailer network.

That’s all good news as far as I can see. Ride on, everyone!

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