We’re now in our third week running a small set of “steering required” races to test what its like to race on Zwift when everyone can steer.
Last week’s events on the rollercoaster that is Scotland’s Glasgow Crit Circuit were fun and dynamic with all the categories racing together in a larger group. I recorded my race so you can watch me gut out 8x on the Clyde Kicker only to mess up the finishing sprint:
Rider feedback has been generally positive, with Zwifters telling us that the racing feels more “immersive” and “strategic”. When you can cut a corner for a more efficient line, change lanes to shake off a wheelsucker, or adjust your position for maximum draft benefit things suddenly feel more engaging and interactive.
Related: read my “How the Race Was Won” post about the first week’s race >
This week we move to Watopia’s Volcano for a fresh course. See details below!
Schedule and Route
This 4-week series rotates to a different “steering-friendly” race course each week. For week 3 we’re on Watopia’s Volcano Circuit for 6 laps. The final 400m is a bit twisty, so steering efficiently may mean the difference between a win and a loss!
Every week has 3 race events scheduled on different days/times for maximum availability. Here are the signup links for this week’s events:
- Wednesday, July 5: 12 pm PDT // 3 pm EDT // 7 pm UTC // 5 am AEST (Thursday)
Sign up here > - Saturday, July 8: 11 am PDT // 2 pm EDT // 6 pm UTC // 4 am AEST (Sunday)
Sign up here > - Sunday, July 9: 1 am PDT // 4 am EDT // 8 am UTC // 6 pm AEST
Sign up here >
Rules and Results
These are simple scratch races, and each race is a standalone event. Category enforcement will be used, with all categories starting together.
A smart trainer or power meter is required to enter (no virtual power racers).
Since we don’t need ZwiftPower for special post-race results processing, final results will be available on screen as soon as you cross the line.
Steering Required
Steering is required to enter the start pens for these race events, so when you log in to the game to join the event, make sure you have your steering device connected. When the join event prompt appears, you can only enter the event if you have a compatible steering device connected.
Zwift Play is quickly becoming the most popular steering device on Zwift, but you can also steer with the Elite Sterzo, JetBlack Smart Turn Block, Elite Rizer, Wahoo KICKR Bike, and Tacx NEO Bikes.
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