The second Zwift update of 2024 begins its phased rollout today. This is a minor update which fixes various bugs and makes some small quality of life changes. See details below…
XP Doubling Removed For Streak Bonuses
Zwift’s update notes say, “Fixed an issue where XP bonuses were getting doubled for Zwifters who were level-capped in the past.”
This fix only impacts Zwifters who were level-capped in the past and built up “extra” XP which Zwift is now using to accelerate your level-ups (read all about Zwift’s accelerated leveling scheme on this post). According to our contacts within Zwift, the only change here is that XP bonuses given for continuing your Streak will no longer be doubled. Other XP earnings, including distance-based XP, will still be doubled.
Seems like a good move to us, as it will slow the level progression for accelerated Zwifters.
UPDATE: some Zwifters have reported that this change does not appear to have taken effect yet, so Zwift has removed it from their update notes while they investigate.
Streaks Screen Fixes
Some Zwifters have noticed that the cumulative stats shown on the Streak Summary screen aren’t accurate, as if certain activities aren’t being included in the totals. Zwift is on the case, and this update cleans up some of the bugs impacting these stats, including rides not being included in the totals after using “Just Watch” mode or after joining an event from a free ride.
Zwift tells us the next update will resolve some or all of the remaining issues.
10Hz Fix For ERG Mode
Zwift says, “Power values displayed during Workouts are now more stable when using devices that broadcast power readings at 10 Hz with the “3-second power average” setting enabled.”
This is the same display issue fixed back in November’s 1.52 update, where power numbers were updating rapidly (several times per second) when connected to trainers like the Zwift Hub or Wahoo KICKR which broadcast at higher frequencies (aka 10Hz “race mode”). November’s update fixed it for non-workout events, and today’s update fixes it for workouts.
Read details on this forum topic >
More Release Notes
Zwift provided notes on additional tweaks and bug fixes in this update:
- Fixed an issue where the cycling level shown on the Ride Streaks screen counted up from Level 1 after using “Just Watch” mode.
- Fixed an issue where the Ride Streak screen could potentially not be dismissed via the Zwift Companion app.
- Fixed an issue where the Repack Rush Report screen could potentially not be dismissed via the Zwift Companion app.
- Fixed an issue that caused the “Enroll” button to appear when already enrolled in the Fast Track Fitness training plan.
- Visual improvements to the Repack Rush Report, including improved leaderboard readability.
- Android: Fixed a potential crash that could occur in the Pairing screen.
Discuss this release on Zwift’s forum >
Questions or Comments?
If you spotted any other changes or bugs in the update, please comment below!
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