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    ReferenceAchievements & UnlocksHow Zwift Works

    XP, Levels, and Unlocks for Zwift Cyclists

    Eric Schlange
    By Eric Schlange
    October 23, 2019
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    There are currently 60 rider levels in Zwift. Everyone begins at level 1, and you move to higher levels by accumulating XP (experience) points.

    When riding, you can see your current level just below your center console which shows speed, distance, elevation, and ride time. Below those numbers there is a progress bar with your current level on the left:

    When you level up you will receive a notice in-game:

    Why Level Up?

    The higher your level, the higher your Zwift street cred.

    Also, most bike frames and wheelsets have level requirements, so if you want a fast or cool setup, you’ll want to level up:

    • Bike Frames List
    • Wheelsets List

    Lastly, some areas in Zwift have level requirements, which means certain routes are level-locked as well:

    • Route List

    Level Unlocks

    Here is what you unlock at each level, and the number of accumulated XP points needed to level up.

    1. Zwift Kit
    2. Basic Kit 1 @ 1,000 XP
    3. Black Helmet @ 2,000 XP
    4. Zwift Glasses #1 @ 3,000 XP
    5. Black Shoes @ 4,000 XP
    6. Gloves @ 5,000 XP
    7. Solid Socks @ 7,000 XP
    8. Vintage Kit pack @ 10,000 XP
    9. Camo Jersey pack @ 13,000 XP
    10. Zwift Glasses #2 (Oakleys) @ 16,000 XP
    11. Digital Camo Jersey pack @ 19,000 XP
    12. Basic Kit 2 @ 23,000 XP
    13. Dot Socks @ 28,000 XP
    14. Glove Pack Pattern @ 33,000 XP
    15. Level 15 jersey @ 38,000 XP
    16. Glasses Zwift #1 @ 44,000 XP
    17. Striped Socks @ 50,000 XP
    18. Classy Kits @ 56,000 XP
    19. Glasses Zwift #2 @ 62,000 XP
    20. Level 20 Jersey @ 70,000 XP
    21. Flouro Kits @ 78,000 XP
    22. Pattern Socks @ 88,000 XP
    23. Glove Pack Solid @ 94,000 XP
    24. Skater/Bowl Helmet @ 100,000 XP
    25. Level 25 Kit @ 110,000 XP
    26. Zwift Oversize Glasses @ 121,000 XP
    27. S-Works Shoes @ 130,000 XP
    28. Dots Socks @ 140,000 XP
    29. S-Works Helmet @ 150,000 XP
    30. Level 30 Kit @ 170,000 XP
    31. Retro 80s Sunglasses (Oakley Eyeshades) @ 180,000 XP
    32. Newsy (Paperboy) Cap @ 190,000 XP
    33. Fluoro Gloves + Limar Air Speed White Helmet @ 200,000 XP
    34. Monochrome Kit @ 220,000 XP
    35. Mavic Shoes @ 230,000 XP
    36. Calories To Burn (Food) Socks @ 250,000 XP
    37. Bell Javelin Helmet @ 260,000 XP
    38. Vintage Gloves @ 280,000 XP
    39. Vintage Leather Shoes @ 290,000 XP
    40. Level 40 Kit @ 310,000 XP
    41. Zwift Rockstar Glasses @ 330,000 XP
    42. La Z Claire Kit @340,000 XP
    43. Retro 80s Helmet @ 360,000 XP
    44. Alpine Slopes (Ski) Kits @ 380,000 XP
    45. Giro Synthe Helmet @ 400,000 XP
    46. Prism Kits @ 420,000 XP
    47. Zwift Vintage Riding Goggles @ 440,000 XP
    48. Bont Shoes @ 460,000 XP
    49. Giro Vanquish Helmet @ 480,000 XP
    50. Level 50 kit + Fire Socks @ 500,000 XP
    51. Junk Food Kit Pack @ 520,000 XP
    52. April Fools 80’s Kit @ 540,000 XP
    53. Fun Shaped Glasses @ 560,000 XP
    54. April Fools 80s Paint Job @ 580,000 XP
    55. Rear View Mirror Glasses @ 600,000 XP
    56. Animal Print Pack @ 630,000 XP
    57. Cute Socks @ 660,000 XP
    58. April Fools 80s Socks @ 690,000 XP
    59. Backwards Hat @ 720,000 XP
    60. Level 60 Kit @ 750,000 XP

    You can see previews of some of the kits mentioned above on our kits page.

    Different bikes and wheelsets do affect your speed in-game. See our speed charts for frames and wheels for details.

    How Do I Get XP (Points)?

    Most of your XP will be received based on distance ridden or workout blocks completed.

    Points are added for every km (20 XP) or mile (30 XP) you ride unless you are in workout mode where points are based on interval type, length, and completion accuracy. (See How Zwift Calculates XP for Cycling Workouts for details.)

    Sorry, Imperials: you will accumulate XP 7.3% faster if you ride in metric units. (100km=2,000 XP, while the equivalent mileage, 62.13=1864 XP.)

    You also get additional XP for the Large or Small Bonus power-ups, 10 points when you ride through a banner on a TT bike, and points for some achievements including route achievement badges and the spinner atop Alpe du Zwift.

    Where Do I See My XP?

    While in game, click “Menu”. Your current XP progress is shown on the main screen.

    Specialized Venge S-Works + DT Swiss Disc wheels. A super-fast setup, but you have to reach level 33 to unlock the frame, and level 42 for the wheels!

    XP for Runners

    Runners also receive XP points, but on a different scale and at different intervals. Learn about Zwift Run points, levels, and unlocks >

    What About “Drops”?

    Drops are Zwift’s virtual currency, used to purchase equipment for your garage. They are totally different than XP, and are earned in different ways. Learn all about how they work >

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      Eric Schlange
      Eric Schlangehttp://www.zwiftinsider.com
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      Ben Armstrong
      Ben Armstrong
      3 years ago

      Are these XP off? Reason I ask is I have 700,000 XP but am no where near level 50

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      C Cav
      C Cav
      3 years ago
      Reply to  Ben Armstrong

      700,000 is probably your drops amount rather than your XP

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      Liz Hayes
      Liz Hayes(@trikitty)
      3 years ago

      Hi – – I haven’t gotten anything for level 21 or now, level 22. Have the rewards for levelling up changed?

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      Josh
      Josh
      3 years ago

      Ben, are you looking at XP or drops? Entirely different and not related.

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      Dan
      Dan
      2 years ago
      Reply to  Josh

      Just hit level 22 and didn’t get the pattern socks or anything else.

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      Sam C
      Sam C(@sam_cates)
      3 years ago

      Eric can you tell me how to unlock the Zwift headband?!

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      Eric Schlange
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      Eric Schlange(@eschlange)
      3 years ago
      Reply to  Sam C

      It’s a level 3 runner unlock! https://zwiftinsider.com/run-points-levels-unlocks/

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      Tony Richardson
      Tony Richardson
      2 years ago
      Reply to  Sam C

      Run….

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      Jer Walker
      Jer Walker(@jerwalker)
      2 years ago

      I’ve seen a few riders wearing what appear to be blue shoes or shoe covers. Are those the Bont shoes or a special unlock?

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      Eric Schlange
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      Eric Schlange(@eschlange)
      2 years ago
      Reply to  Jer Walker

      Yes, the Bont shoes are blue. I believe the Tour of New York kit also had blue shoes…

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      Geoff
      Geoff
      2 years ago

      Eric, your posts are great. By way of update, I just completed level 23 and received a pair of “basic” black gloves in my garage. The had a badge indicating that they were new, although I have a suspicion that they were already there. I confirmed with support that a pair of black gloves is it for level 23. You might consider designating this when you next revise your list.

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      Lambert Valentijn
      Lambert Valentijn
      2 years ago

      I’m just want to know what is the best bike, how can I compare followers and people I follow. Just the simple things

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      jarrot
      jarrot
      2 years ago

      Hi I don’t find the Mavic Cosmic Ultimate wheel on the garage how many xp should i NNEED ?

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      Eric Schlange
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      Eric Schlange(@eschlange)
      2 years ago
      Reply to  jarrot

      Go to the Drop Shop and you’ll see a price. They’re also listed here: https://zwiftinsider.com/wheels

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      Mimmo Riccardi
      Mimmo Riccardi
      2 years ago
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      Gideon Ransley
      Gideon Ransley
      2 years ago

      Eric, sorry, I can’t see it here but how many XP points does it take to complete a Zwift Level?

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      Greg
      Greg
      2 years ago
      Reply to  Gideon Ransley
      1. Zwift Kit
      2. Basic Kit 1 @ 1,000 XP
      3. Black Helmet @ 2,000 XP
      4. Zwift Glasses Basic @ 3,000 XP

      As per the listing above, the numbers after the @ show the number of XP points you need to get to that level. For example, you will be on level one until you get 1,000 XP when you will become level 2. The difference between the next level and the level you are on is how many you need to progress.

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      freddie Weller
      freddie Weller
      2 years ago

      Does anyone know how to unlock that blue cap with confetti on it?
      Looks a bit like the bont shoes.

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      John Farrish
      John Farrish
      2 years ago

      Hi,

      Will Zwift be offering double xp for specifics rides anytime soon? Leveling up is a grind:)

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      ktrueman
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      ktrueman(@ktrueman)
      2 years ago
      Reply to  John Farrish

      Zwift had a couple of weeks of double XP back in March I believe. No news is if is going to return this year. I can’t remember whether it applied to event rides or any rides.

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      brotherfranciz
      brotherfranciz
      1 year ago
      Reply to  John Farrish

      Tour of Watopia right now (March 29 – April 29)! There are 5 stages and we’re on the last stage right now (April 18-22). There are makeup rides between April 23-29 for you to ride any stages that you’ve missed.

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      Pauline
      Pauline
      2 years ago

      I unlocked dot socks @ 28,000 xp but zwift crashed on me and so I didn’t get them in my garage. I have told support uploading the files but nothing has appeared. Is there a way of getting these socks?

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      Tlo
      Tlo
      2 years ago

      Hit level 10 today and unlocked the Italy challenge. No Oakleys. Sound about right?

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      Eric Schlange
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      Eric Schlange(@eschlange)
      2 years ago
      Reply to  Tlo

      You should have the Oakleys as well.

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      Tlo
      Tlo
      2 years ago
      Reply to  Eric Schlange

      Hmm, nope. I’ll contact someone. Thanks!

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      Carm
      Carm
      2 years ago

      Eric – new(ish) to Zwift, so really use your site; thanks for all the great information. Can you point me to a section that actually says how to get a new frame or wheel set. I am level 21, but when I go in my garage, there are only two wheel sets and two frames to pick from. Where do I go if I want to, for instance, add Zipp 808 wheels to my Allez Sprint?

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      Carm
      Carm
      2 years ago
      Reply to  Carm

      Never mind, I figured it out (I’m a dumbass – it was right in front of me).

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      terry
      terry
      2 years ago

      hi i want to cycle Alpe d huez on zwift but cant find out how any ideas??

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      Eric Schlange
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      Eric Schlange(@eschlange)
      2 years ago
      Reply to  terry

      Choose the Watopia map, then the Road to Sky or Tour of Fire and Ice routes. Those are the most direct ways to get there.

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      Rene Saarsoo
      Rene Saarsoo
      2 years ago

      Route Badges give XP according to the length of the route. So by completing a route you’ll effectively get 2x the XP for it.

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      Ben Davies
      Ben Davies
      2 years ago

      i got level 11 in my ride yesterday and unlocked digital camo kit. It’s all logged in my ride details. But in my profile today i am still stuck on level 10 and the kit isn’t available to me. What’s going on?

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      Eric Schlange
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      Eric Schlange(@eschlange)
      2 years ago
      Reply to  Ben Davies

      That’s super weird! No idea what’s going on. You can contact Zwift support ([email protected]) though.

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      M.P.
      M.P.
      2 years ago

      Does anybody know what “Neon Kits” are and where to look for them in the garage or in the drop shop (under which equipment category)?? I have unlocked such an item on level 21 but cannot find it. Thanks.

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      Silke
      Silke
      2 years ago
      Reply to  M.P.

      They are clothing so you’ll find them under “Jersey”. Also, whenever you unlock new items, next time you go to your garage, you’ll see that the categories containing the new items will have a small orange button “new”, and all new items in that category will be labeled “new” as well. Congrats on reaching level 21!

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      Andy Airey
      Andy Airey
      1 year ago

      Is there a set distance to move up each level?

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      Lightfoot
      Lightfoot
      1 year ago
      Reply to  Andy Airey

      It’s 20 points per km or 30 per mile (not both) so it’s calculable. However there are a lot of bonus route completion points when you first start up that will significantly boost your level rise. It eventually plateaus off once you do them all (or most of them) so distance becomes more or less your variable.

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      Frank Sanders
      Frank Sanders
      1 year ago

      Love ALL of Zwift World!!!

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      Frank Sanders
      Frank Sanders
      1 year ago

      Which is the multi-color, “rainbow” wheel that I see on some bikes????

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      Roule Thoune
      Roule Thoune
      1 year ago
      Reply to  Frank Sanders

      It could be the Zipp 858/Super9 wheels (1,508,800 Drops, available as from level 45 [!]), which are the #1 fastest wheels.
      Check out this excellent Zwift Insider page: https://zwiftinsider.com/what-to-buy-at-each-zwift-level/ => Sure to help anyone spend their Drops wisely and get motivated for the long road ahead!

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      Roule Thoune
      Roule Thoune
      1 year ago

      @Eric Schlange When did the helmet get added to the gloves at Level 33. It’s been appearing in people’s rides for a little over a day, but there’s been no mention of it by Zwift, AFAIK.

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      Eric Schlange
      Author
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      Eric Schlange(@eschlange)
      1 year ago
      Reply to  Roule Thoune

      It was added in this latest minor update, 1.16.1. Odd that Zwift didn’t mention it, huh?

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      Ben Nicholson
      Ben Nicholson
      1 year ago

      Does anyone know how to get the backwards baseball cap?

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      Roule Thoune
      Roule Thoune
      1 year ago
      Reply to  Ben Nicholson

      If I recall correctly, it’s part of a one-off MAAP ride series from earlier in 2021. Don’t think there’s currently a way of getting it.

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      Carsten Re. from Germany
      Carsten Re. from Germany
      1 year ago
      Reply to  Roule Thoune

      you are right Roule … it was only for one event series

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      Mudge
      Mudge
      1 year ago

      Anyone have an idea what the rhyme or reason is behind why some levels require 10k XP and others require 20k XP to move up?

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      David Cooper
      David Cooper
      1 year ago
      Reply to  Mudge

      Eventually they are all 20,000XP. I am currently L41, and getting to 42 will be the last level that only takes 10,000XP. I am guessing that it is to create a gentler progression rather than suddenly going from 10k to 20k … you move from 10k per level to alternating between 10 and 20, and then finally the last 8 levels are all 20k each.

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      Vincent
      Vincent
      1 year ago

      Me and my friend are both level 7, but I got double the distance (300km to 150km) and have done more work outs than him, what could be the reason of this?

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      Temps09
      Temps09
      1 year ago
      Reply to  Vincent

      The XP bonus at archs and router badge bonus could be a part difference.

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      David Cooper
      David Cooper
      1 year ago
      Reply to  Vincent

      Level 7 is 7,000XP, which isn’t all that much in context. If you friend has been completing route badges, that effectively gives double XP for the ride (the first time you complete the route).

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      YMC
      YMC
      1 year ago

      Are there any plans to add levels past 50? The unlock of cool in-game kit really motivates me to keep Zwifting as stupid as it sounds lol.

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      Eli
      Eli
      1 year ago

      I want a cap! How do I get a cap?

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      Daniel Marner
      Daniel Marner
      1 year ago
      Reply to  Eli

      Join the Wahoo Climbing Mission and complete 15,000 feet before 2/6/2022 for a Wahoo Cap. I got mine today. It’s black. I like it.

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      Vince
      Vince
      11 months ago

      Using the tiny loop and hitting the banner rapidly with a TT bike can get you XP fast. Is there any better way than what is shown in the video?

      https://youtu.be/WUtOBmtqKEk

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      Macias
      Macias
      1 month ago
      Reply to  Vince

      Yes! Go uphill on AdZ in workout mode! You will get apr 720 points for an hour workout and bonus on the top (250-1000XP) and free XP going downhill (240XP)

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      Andy
      Andy
      8 months ago

      Why do annoying banners pop up while visiting the site that I can’t get rid of since only this year? You can’t click close or remember my choice etc from my iPad on latest iOS. They move up and down the screen while trying to view the xp level information

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      Marc
      Marc
      4 months ago

      I reached level 50 today and the kit showed up in my garage but not the socks. Do I need to do something more? They are not in my sock options

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      L Valentijn
      L Valentijn
      4 months ago

      Hello I had about 580000 xp points. I am on level 50 for a while.
      Now I see I’m still on level 50 with 500000 xp points. Where are the 80.000 xp points?

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      Macias
      Macias
      1 month ago
      Reply to  L Valentijn

      probably you all know the truth now 🙂 After adding more lvls to 60 all 50+ riders have double points utill they get their previuos amount of points. Ride on!

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      Dennis Oliver
      Dennis Oliver
      1 minute ago

      Zwift is great thanks for everything you do

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