Top 5 Zwift Videos: Alpe Comparison, Zwift Academy, and Racing

November 16, 2021

LAST UPDATED November 12, 2021

If you’ve ever wondered how the real Alpe d’Huez compares to Alpe du Zwift, one of this week’s Top 5 Zwift Videos will help you answer that question. These videos also feature a beginner’s look at Zwift racing, praises for Zwift Academy Tri, a special pro-contender workout from Zwift Academy Road, and a Zwifter’s test to see if the road academy improved her fitness.

Cycling Alpe d’Huez | Which is Faster Zwift or Real Life?

Taking on a legendary climb with beautiful scenery – for science! Phillip Lovett (Bike Racing Without Mercy) compares the Alpe du Zwift with the real-life Alpe d’Huez in France.

Holy Crit: Zwift Racing for Dummies

Andy Gardner doesn’t normally race, but recently he decided to try racing on Zwift to see what the fuss is all about.

The BEST ZWIFT EVENTS

According to Sarah Laroque (Everything Is Photogenic), the best Zwift-hosted events are part of Zwift Academy Tri. Find out why that is and what’s in store this season!

Did Zwift Academy Improve my FTP? Ramp test!

After completing Zwift Academy Road, Linda Messinger (Zwifting With Granny) takes a ramp test to see if her FTP has gone up as a result.

ZWIFT Academy 2021 – Elite Rider Test

If you missed the “Elite Rider Test” workout from Zwift Academy Road and you’re curious about what it was, Tilly Field (Tilly on a bike) takes you through it.