Early this month, Zwift rolled out a new “Route of the Week” feature, plus a slate of XP Express events. Both have proven very popular, so they’re continuing into June. Read on for details…
XP Express Events
Clearly, Zwifters like earning extra XP, with friends, because these events have proven very popular. In fact (checks game), 709 riders are signed up for the event launching 5 minutes from now!
These events are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays. They are 50 minutes long, and you will earn double XP for the duration of the events (so 40XP per kilometer/64XP per mile, vs 20XP per kilometer/32XP per mile).
The rides are open-paced, meaning you can expect the front of the ride to be spicy (race-pace) while there are plenty of groups behind at easier paces.
The Route of the Week is located in the Challenges row of your homescreen:
The idea is simple: ride the Route of the Week and earn 500XP:
Note: “accidentally” riding the Route of the Week won’t earn you the XP bonus. You have to click the challenge card, which brings you to the blue screen shown above, in order to “register” for the Route of the Week challenge for that week. Then you can ride the featured route in any way you choose, in order to get the XP bonus.
Now that they’ve been going for a month or so… what do you think of the XP Express events and Route of the Week initiative? Have you tried them? What are your thoughts? Share below…
So I was riding the PRL Full this past Sunday, and saw a few others attempting the route. (All who were on there, I hope you finished, and huge kudos if you did!)
This was my fifth time riding it (don’t ask, I’m not right in the head), so I thought I’d share what has helped me. Here are my top 7 tips for finishing London’s PRL Full route, which at 173km (107.5 miles) is the longest route in Zwift.
#1: Pace Yourself
It’s not a race, but it takes about two laps to settle into pace. If you go too hard, just ease off for the remaining laps.
This descent is long enough to get extra fluids, eat a small snack, or run to the bathroom. If you ride this solo, this descent is your best option for taking rest breaks.
Time yourself each lap (there is a counter on each of your laps as you near the banner). You may get slower each lap, but if you’re consistent, the times should be fairly close. My goal was under 29 minutes each lap.
#5: Fight Mental Fatigue
This route is basically hill repeats 11 times, so I make a good playlist that keeps me motivated. Watch a movie, play an audiobook, or just jam out.
#6: Smart Powerups
You’ll get two powerups per lap – one at the start of the lap, and one at the top of Box Hill. If you get a feather at the top of Box Hill, use it on the small riser just up the road, or the Escalator out of the Underground. If you’re feeling tired, a feather may be just the boost you need at the steep 8% section near the start of Box Hill.
Use the aero powerup on either the Box Hill descent (if you’re not resting) or on flat or downhill sections of the London Loop, as it helps most when you’re moving fastest.
The box truck (draft boost) powerup is useless if riding solo, so waste or trash it.
#7: Fueling
I can’t stomach much while riding, so my fuel consisted of GU gels, Stroopwafels, Gatorade, Reese’s Cups, and Coca-Cola (not all at once). These are my go-tos for long rides, but everyone is different, so find what works for you and go with it. Timing, again, depends on your body, which you know better than I do.
Final Thoughts
What if you’re not successful? Um, don’t worry about it! It’s a tough route, physically and mentally, so dust yourself off and try again!
I hope these tips help more Zwifters tackle this route, as I understand it’s quite intimidating for some. Don’t be scared, y’all got this! Ride on.
From Novice to Racer: Alison Cremins’ Incredible Zwift Journey
A year ago, Alison Cremins’ didn’t even own a bike. She had no idea what an FTP was, thought a bib was for babies, and had never heard of drafting. Fast forward to today, and she’s racing in the Zwift Racing League (ZRL), setting ambitious climbing goals, and even leading Cryo-Gen group rides!
This is the story of how sheer determination, structured training, and an incredible community helped Alison go from complete beginner to competitive racer in under a year.
A Humble Beginning – February to April 2024
Alison first dipped her toes into Zwift using a spin bike, just to see what the cycling side of the platform was all about. It didn’t take long for her to realize she wanted the full experience. In April, she made the leap, investing in a Wahoo KICKR Core and a Cannondale road bike, marking the true start of her cycling journey.
Early Struggles and a Mission to Improve – April to July
Like most new riders, Alison started with badge hunting and basic workouts before venturing into group rides. Sub-2 rides at 1.5 w/kg became her training ground, teaching her the dynamics of group riding, cadence, and pacing.
One of her first challenges came in May, when she tried a Cryo-Gen Tempo Thursday ride (1.8-2.5 w/kg) and got dropped. Instead of getting discouraged, she set herself a goal: increase her FTP and come back stronger. Over the next few months, Alison pushed herself out of her comfort zone, tackling more climbs, sprinting at every opportunity, and immersing herself in Zwift videos to learn tactics like drafting and pack positioning.
Two months later, she returned to a Cryo-Gen Endurance ride and finished strong. It was a turning point – clear proof that her hard work was paying off.
Building Strength and Unlocking the Tron – August to November
By August, Alison was riding at least five times a week, joining nearly every Cryo-Gen ride. The structured variation of Tempo, Endurance, and social rides helped her keep training fun and effective. She also gained confidence to try her first race – securing 4th place in her debut event!
During this period, Alison also took on one of Zwift’s ultimate climbing challenges: unlocking the Tron bike. Over six climbs up Alpe du Zwift, she shaved 20 minutes off her time, dropping from 90 minutes to 70 minutes.
From Long Distances to Racing – December to January
December saw Alison pushing her limits further, completing her first 100-mile ride on Zwift – an achievement that left her feeling stronger than ever. Her confidence in racing was also growing. She entered another event, stayed with the pack until the finish, and placed 6th. The next step was clear: it was time to join Cryo-Gen’s racing team.
Taking on ZRL – February and Beyond
With her growing fitness and race experience, Alison joined Zwift Racing League (ZRL) – starting with a Team Time Trial (TTT) and her first ZRL points race. She quickly discovered just how intense ZRL can be, but she embraced the challenge, eager to keep improving.
Beyond racing, Alison has started helping lead Cryo-Gen group rides, giving back to the community that helped her get to this level. She is also focused on hitting her next major target: a sub-60-minute Alpe du Zwift climb. To get there, she’s increasing the intensity of her training, working on sprinting, and incorporating strength training to build more power on the bike.
A Life-Changing Journey
In less than a year, Alison has gone from someone who did not even own a bike to a dedicated Zwift racer, group ride leader, and integral part of the Cryo-Gen family. The transformation has been more than just physical – she has gained confidence, made incredible friends, and even convinced her husband and brother to join Zwift!
Alison’s journey is a perfect example of what is possible with consistency, a strong support system, and the willingness to push past limits. From struggling to keep up in group rides to holding her own in races, her story is truly inspiring.
We can’t wait to see what she achieves next! Sub-60 Alpe? More race podiums? Watch this space.
I vEverested on Friday, May 23rd. While preparing, I consulted various resources, including the Zwift Insider posts from Ron Chatfield and Tim Perkin. These testimonials helped me understand what I was facing, and now that I’ve completed the challenge, I want to share my experience with the community to help others prepare for their epic vEverestings.
But First, the Numbers
Time: 12:03:05
Elevation: 8888 m
Distance: 213.18 km
Route: Road to Sky
Segment: Alpe du Zwift
Laps: 8.5
Average Ascent Speed: 10.5 km/h
Average Descent Speed: 66.1 km/h
Average Ascent Power: 188 w
Normalize Ascent Power: 189 w
Average Ascent Heart Rate: 121 bpm
Average Ascent Cadence: 84 rpm
TSS: 489
Work: 7047 kJ
Weight: 71.4 kg
FTP: 4 w/kg
Height: 180 cm
Carbohydrates In: 873 g
Sodium In: 9199 mg
Calories In: 4563 kcal
Getting Started
After a few weeks of consideration, I scheduled the ride for Friday, May 23rd. Leading up to the day, I secured my nutrition and configured my pain cave/battle station for the event, trying not to overthink the challenge ahead.
I didn’t adjust my training schedule in advance of the attempt and still raced with my TTT team the day before the event (go CRYO-GEN Kestrels). Early Friday morning, I set out. Here are my observations.
Initial Preparation
I’m a data nerd. As such, I was at home researching and planning my vEverest attempt. I consulted first-hand reports, compared segment data, and quickly decided to use Road to Sky and Alpe du Zwift for the ride. After running the numbers through Everesting’s lap calculator, I settled on a 12-hour target time. I prefer to train early in the morning, but your chronotype will ultimately determine your optimal ride schedule. I scheduled my attempt for 4 am, intending to have an early dinner.
The Day Before
I assembled my nutrition and set up an extra table next to my trainer to house the goods. I completed a full video weigh-in, updated my weight in Zwift, set the trainer difficulty to 100% according to Everesting rules, and took screenshots and photos of each step in Zwift’s settings.
This is a good time to optimize your virtual gears, as trainer difficulty will change the feel of the ascents. Also, hit the garage and equip your fastest climbing bike and wheels! I used the S-Works Aethos and Zipp 353 NSW wheels.
The Day Of
I woke up an hour early, but otherwise maintained my routine. Wake, dress, eat, stretch, and train. After logging on and taking a few more pictures, I started out, quickly realizing I needed to adjust my gearing further. After that hiccup, I started my watch and was off at 4:17 am. My pace for ascents one through three was hot and likely unsustainable. This was entirely avoidable, but I settled into a sustainable pace by lap four, which I maintained until lap nine.
I utilized each descent to get off the bike, eat real food, refill hydration, change kit, and bio break. Use these rests wisely, but do not let your guard down. I avoided sitting down and used the time strictly to prepare for the next ascent. Time your first descent so you can return to the bike before your avatar passes the segment start line. Be aware of the limitations of your watch and heart rate monitor as you leave your training area. Consider leaving them behind to prevent disconnects from your trainer and Zwift device.
After completing the vEveresting, I straightened up my pain cave and headed for the shower. I consistently fueled during the ride and wasn’t hungry, but I happily ate a massive burrito, then retired to the couch with my laptop to pore over my data.
The Next Day
I returned to my usual routine: wake, dress, eat, stretch, and train. The legs felt okay, all things considered, and 90 minutes of zone 1 got things loosened up. My only other activity for the day was resting, eating, and walking after meals. While not fully recovered, by the end of the day, I was ready to lead my Sunday morning 2-hour Cat C group ride (go Team CRYO-GEN).
Environment
Optimizing your environment will help you be more efficient and comfortable for such a long session on a trainer. Familiarize yourself with your training area so you know what time to close the shades and block the afternoon sun. Make a reminder to adjust the HVAC to prevent the space from becoming too hot or humid. Adjust the lighting to prevent glare, darkness, or other distracting conditions. Check the condition of your fans and add more if needed. Stock your training area with clean towels and sweatbands.
Nutrition
This will make or break your ride. Stick with familiar foods that you’re comfortable with and do not cause you digestive or GI issues. Fuel early and often. Set up a dedicated table for on-bike nutrition where everything is easily accessible. The goal is to reduce friction and encourage fueling, as you may not feel like eating. Supplement your water with electrolytes and hydrate consistently throughout the session. As with food, stick with known brands that do not cause you issues. Consider pre-hydrating with electrolytes before you begin your attempt.
Hardware
Some tips to ensure your hardware functions smoothly throughout your vEverest attempt:
Update your Zwift devices, head units, watches, and tech well in advance of your vEverest attempt.
Allow plenty of time to establish a secure connection between your trainer, Zwift device, head unit, watch, and heart rate monitor. Make a test ride or two prior to starting your attempt to ensure that all devices are communicating with reliable connections.
Address any bike, trainer, rocker plate, or shoe maintenance well ahead of your ride.
Dial in your physical or virtual gears before your attempt. The 100% trainer difficulty setting will impact the feel of the ascent. Get comfortable with your updated gearing before you set out.
Set up a charger for your phone and wireless headphones.
If running Zwift on a tablet or phone, ensure your charger is powerful enough to charge the device while it is running Zwift.
Zwift Features
Zwift launched the new lap feature the week of my vEveresting. The lap counter was an outstanding tool, and I was able to launch a new lap at the start of each ascent. Initially, I planned to reset the lap counter at the beginning and end of each ascent, but I quickly forgot to reset it at the top of the mountain and decided to log each complete lap instead. Combined with the segment timer HUD elements, the lap counter made it easy to compare average power, heart rate, and time.
vEveresting also provided an outstanding opportunity to upgrade my S-Works Aethos climbing bike. Ahead of the ride, I noted the elevation thresholds for each upgrade level and used them as milestones during the session. When I hit an upgrade, I quickly stopped, hit the drop shop, and purchased the upgrade. This routine was motivational, and I was able to upgrade from level 0 to level 3 by lap 8!
The HoloReplay ghost is the MVP of a ride with repeating segments. Once you’ve established a sustainable pace, your ghost will escort you up the mountain on the next lap. If you pace yourself to the ghost, you can hit consistent lap times with little effort. Be aware of chasing a fast ghost and know when to fold and let the ghost ride ahead. The sunk cost fallacy is real, and it’s easy to attempt to maintain the unsustainable pace from your previous lap.
Kit
Bib selection is paramount for a ride this long. Use your best-fitting, most comfortable bibs, and plan to swap them at least once during the ride. I changed my bibs, shirt, and socks after lap four and felt like a new person. Consider swapping to a different model or style of bibs when you change. A slightly different fit may help prevent hot spots caused by impedance mismatches between your bibs and anatomy.
Training
A strong level of base fitness is necessary for vEveresting. Consider long Erg mode training sessions in zones 2 and 3. There is no coasting up the mountain, and if you stop or slow pedaling, you will stop moving. Erg mode helps train you to maintain steady and consistent power, which is crucial for this attempt.
Pets
Ensure you have a feeding, walking, and care plan in place for your pets. Make sure that they are comfortable while you suffer on your ride.
Support
While it’s more challenging to take on this attempt unsupported, it’s entirely possible. If possible, schedule your ride for a day when family or friends are available to assist. I rode unsupported until the very end when my beautiful wife brought home burritos. Consider coordinating with your Zwift team, who will provide moral support during your ride. I kept my attempt a secret until one of my teammates noticed me online with 200 km clocked and rallied the team for an all-out ride-on assault. This gesture helped me in the end.
Conclusion
vEveresting was the hardest thing I’ve done on a bike, indoors or out. It put my endurance to the test but resulted in a deep feeling of accomplishment that I’m sure won’t come from anywhere else. A massive thank you to the community for the content that helped me plan the event and Team CRYO-GEN for motivation and props. Hopefully, this article will help others in the future. Be well and ride on!
The race organizers at SISU have just announced the SISU Scramble – a twice-a-week series where the midweek race (on Tuesdays) is an individual time trial while the Saturday event is a road race.
Every scramble is a difficult or hurried clamber up, over, or around something. With three General Classifications (iTT only, Road Race only, and Overall for those racing all scrambles) there is something for everyone.
Zwift debuted new web-based leaderboards at zwift.com for tracking the Zwift Games 2025 GC, and an upgraded version of those leaderboards is now being put to work for use in the monthly ZRacing series.
Your GC ranking is based on your best finishing time for each stage, and you can race each stage more than once to try for a better time.
Choose Your Category
Zwift schedules three different flavors of ZRacing events in order to encourage “Fairer, more competitive racing for everyone.” They each use different racing score ranges for categorization and are titled Advanced, Range 1, and Range 2. Click banners below to see upcoming events for each:
Get the Badge
Each month’s ZRacing series has a unique achievement badge, which you can unlock by finishing every stage for the month. There are no makeup events, so if you miss a stage, you miss out on the badge and competing in the GC.
One and Done
Zwift has planned these events to deliver a solid 1-hour workout, so each race should only take around 1 hour to complete, including your warmup and cooldown.
Your chosen bike frame and wheelset both affect speed in Zwift, so it makes sense for racers to do a little research and choose the best tool for the job.
While Zwift’s 4-star rating system for weight and aero is simple and easy to understand, performance varies even among wheels with the same star ratings, because the stars are just an approximation. Therefore, we’ve created several charts ranking all the wheelsets against each other based on their actual performance on flat roads and climbs.
If you’re just looking for recommendations on what to buy, here are some helpful posts:
We begin with a simple chart showing how much time a particular wheelset will save you across 1 hour of riding a road bike at 300W (4 W/kg) compared to the stock Zwift 32mm Carbon wheels.
The chart is sorted from the best-performing wheels to the worst, and you can sort based on flat performance or climb performance.
Sort Chart By:
Flat Performance
Climb Performance
Time Savings Over 1 Hour (150W)
This chart is just like the one above, except the test was run at just 150W (2 W/kg). We would expect to see the flat performance rankings stay the same, while climb rankings may show lighter wheels moving up vs the 300W chart above.
Use the toggle to sort based on flat performance or climb performance.
Sort Chart By:
Flat Performance
Climb Performance
Takeaways
We don’t see any major rankings changes vs the 300W tests when it comes to flat performance, but that’s no surprise. At both power levels, on flat ground, aero performance is still the driving factor.
When you compare the climb rankings for 300W vs 150W, though, you’ll see quite a few changes. And this is what we expected: at 150W (2 W/kg) up Alpe du Zwift, a wheel’s aero performance doesn’t really matter, since you’re traveling so slowly (~7.7 kph). But at 300W your speed almost doubles (~14.8 kph), so aero performance is more of a factor.
With that said, it’s worth mentioning that wheel choice matters more on the flats than the climbs. The difference in time savings of the top 10 climbing wheels is very small (5.1 seconds at 150W) vs a flat performance gap of 13.6 seconds at 150W.
Time Savings, Stacked (150W vs 300W)
Next, we have one of our favorite charts, ranking wheels based on total time savings across our flat and climbing tests on road bikes. This chart lets you easily see the best all-around performers, and whether their performance leans to the aero or climbing side.
Use the toggle to see data at 150W vs 300W.
Show Chart For:
150W
300W
Takeaways
As you toggle between 150W and 300W, what you see is the more “aero all-arounders” moving up the list a bit, while the lighter, less aero all-arounders get bumped down.
Notice how the disc wheels’ heavy weight and poor climbing performance pushes them well down this list. This is why, if your road race includes any significant climbing, you’re probably better off going with a lighter non-disc wheelset.
Time Savings at 300W (TT vs Road)
So far, all of the charts you’ve seen have been based on results using a road bike frame. But Zwift’s March 2025 performance adjustments included something we’ve never seen before: Zwift made disc wheels perform better on TT frames than road frames. Specifically, the wheels have a lower CdA on TT frames than on road frames.
So if you’re picking a wheelset for a TT or TTT race, you’ll want to pay attention to this chart, as it shows the boosted performance of the disc wheels. Wheelsets are ranked by their flat (aero) performance, since that’s where we see the variation caused by the CdA changes.
Show Chart For:
TT
Road
Takeaways
The big takeaway here is that disc wheels make sense for flat and rolling TT races, while they probably don’t provide enough of an advantage on road frames to be used in anything except the flattest races.
Compared to the fastest non-disc wheels (DT Swiss 65), the fastest disc wheels (DT Swiss 85/Disc) are 18.4 seconds faster across an hour of flat riding on a TT frame. That’s a big time gap. But on a road frame, the disc wheels are only 6.3 seconds faster, a difference which is easily overshadowed by the DT Swiss 65 wheels being 23 seconds faster across an hour of climbing.
Testing Methodology
The data above was generated using our standard bot testing procedure. Our bot rides alone on Zwift, set to 75kg weight, 183cm height, using the Zwift Carbon frame for road bike tests and the Zwift TT frame for TT tests.
The aero (flat) test route is Tempus Fugit, the flattest course on Zwift, while the weight (climbing) test is done on Alpe du Zwift since it’s a long, steep, and fairly steady climb.
Your chosen bike frame and wheelset both affect speed in Zwift, so it makes sense for racers to do a little research and choose the best tool for the job.
While Zwift’s 4-star rating system for weight and aero is simple and easy to understand, performance varies even among frames with the same star ratings, because the stars are just an approximation. On top of that, Zwift’s addition of bike upgrades means racers need to take into account how a frame will perform when fully upgraded, not only when it’s first purchased.
Therefore, we’ve created several charts ranking all the road bike frames based on their performance on flat roads and climbs, in un-upgraded and fully-upgraded states.
If you’re just looking for recommendations on what to buy, here are some helpful posts:
We begin with a simple chart showing how much time a particular frame will save you across 1 hour of riding at 300W (4 W/kg) compared to the stock Zwift Carbon frame. These are “stage 0” frames, meaning no performance upgrades have been applied.
The chart is sorted from the best-performing frames to the worst, and you can sort based on flat performance or climb performance.
Sort Chart By:
Flat Performance
Climb Performance
Takeaways
When sorted by flat performance, you can easily see that the top 10 frames are very close on flat ground, separated by less than 3 seconds across an hour. There is also a big chunk of bikes near the low end (26 of them, in fact) which are all rather slow on flats, but perform within 2 seconds of each other. Our guess is they all have the same frame CdA value in Zwift, and any time differences are due to frame weight variation.
If you sort by climb performance, the speed falloff from one bike to the next is more even across the board. The S-Works Tarmac SL8 is king of the hill, but remember, this is before any performance upgrades. Let’s move on to the next chart to see which fully-upgraded frame climbs fastest!
Time Savings Over 1 Hour (Stage 5 Frames)
This chart is just like the one above, except these are “stage 5” frames, meaning all possible performance upgrades have been applied.
Use the toggle to sort based on flat performance or climb performance.
Sort Chart By:
Flat Performance
Climb Performance
Takeaways
We don’t see any major rankings changes in terms of flat performance, but that’s no surprise. The Bike Upgrades system is structured in a way that increases performance differences between different frame types as upgrades progress.
So climbing bikes become even stronger climbers, and aero bikes become even more aero.
Sort the results by Climb Performance and you can see obvious evidence of this. The all-arounder S-Works Tarmac SL8 is no longer king of the hill at stage 5, as the Aethos has received more weight reduction upgrades than the Tarmac.
The other two climbing road bikes (Bridgestone Anchor and Trek Emonda) move up dramatically in the rankings compared to their stage 0 counterparts, handily beating the S-Works Tarmac.
The takeaway? If you want a true, pure climbing weapon in Zwift, you’ll want to upgrade the S-Works Aethos.
Time Savings, Stacked (Stage 0 vs Stage 5 Frames)
Next, we have one of our favorite charts, ranking frames based on total time savings across our flat and climbing tests. This chart lets you easily see the best all-around performers, and whether their performance leans to the aero or climbing side.
Use the toggle to see data for stage 0 frames, or fully-upgraded stage 5 frames.
Show Chart For:
Stage 0
Stage 5
Takeaways
The non-climbing bikes don’t move around a lot between the stage 0 and stage 5 versions of this chart, and this makes sense, since they all receive the same upgrades.
What you do see, though, is the climbing bikes moving up the rankings by several slots for stage 5, since they gain so much time on the climbs thanks to their weight reduction upgrades.
Time Savings for Climbing (2 W/kg vs 4 W/kg)
Some readers have asked us to compute time gaps at lower power numbers, which is a perfectly reasonable request. Making this change has the interesting effect on climb times of making lightweight bikes move up the rankings while the more aero-focused bikes drop.
This is because, as you reduce your climbing speed, having an aero bike delivers less benefit.
Below we’ve charted climb time gaps for both 2 W/kg and 4 W/kg, and you can toggle between those two power levels to see how the rankings change. (The 2 W/kg time gap is compared to the Zwift Carbon frame at 2 W/kg, while the 4 W/kg time gap is compared to the Zwift Carbon frame at 4 W/kg). Times given are for stage 0 (un-upgraded) frames.
Show Chart For:
2 W/kg
4 W/kg
Takeaways
At 2 W/kg, the pure climber S-Works Aethos just barely outclimbs the slightly heavier (but more aero) S-Works Tarmac SL8. Bump it up to 4 W/kg, and the aero gains of the Tarmac bring it over the line ahead of the Aethos.
If you’re a lower-powered rider, this chart may help you decide to focus on lighter-weight frames for races or PR efforts where significant climbing is involved.
What About the Tron Bike?
The Tron bike (Zwift Concept 1) is not listed above because it’s impossible to test the Tron frame without also testing the Tron wheels, since they are inseparable.
What we do know is the Tron is not a strong climber, but it’s among the fastest setups for flat and rolling courses.
The data above was generated using our standard bot testing procedure. Our bot rides alone on Zwift, set to 75kg weight, 183cm height, using the Zwift 32mm Carbon wheels. The aero (flat) test route is Tempus Fugit, the flattest course on Zwift, while the weight (climbing) test is done on Alpe du Zwift since it’s a long, steep, and fairly steady climb.
How did you get into cycling? My partner introduced me to cycling and got me my first road bike in 2019, but I didn’t really start cycling regularly until the Covid pandemic, when my gym was closed and my partner set up Zwift for me instead. Then I started enjoying races and going all out, which was a new experience for me.
How many years have you been racing on Zwift? I started racing on Zwift in 2021, so almost four years now. In April 2021 I did my first round of ZRL in a women’s B team.
Are you part of a Virtual team? I am a member of Team Coalition and my elite racing team is Coalition Alpha.
What do you love most about racing? I like the varying intensity and adapting to the different efforts. Especially if it’s a hilly or rolling terrain.
What is your favourite style of race (e.g. points, scratch, iTT, TTT, Chase, duathlon)? I find points races the most interesting.
What is your most memorable racing experience, inside or outside or BOTH? When I did my first Iceni Race series in 2022, it was spring and during that time I already started riding outside again. So I could enjoy some nice weather outside and race on Zwift at the same time.
What is your favourite food to eat post-race? I don’t have a favourite food to eat after a race, because most of the time I don’t really feel hungry, so I usually have my regular dinner, but nothing that has a special connection to racing or working out.
What advice would you give to a woman entering her first Zwift race? Focus on the first few minutes and don’t give up too early, it will get easier later (most likely…)
Don’t expect to win races from the very beginning, it takes practice to understand the Zwift mechanics. Also, if you come from road racing, you have to get used to the totally different efforts on Zwift. It’s more comparable to cyclocross in terms of the physical stress.
Where can people follow your racing adventures? I am active on Strava and Instagram.
