Zwift has just released the schedule of events for February’s big fondo. With thousands of riders turning out, these “fun races” are always popular as we push ourselves to complete long courses together. Plus, you unlock a jersey when you complete the ride!
Schedule
- Feb 8: 11PM PST/7AM GMT (Feb 9)
- Feb 9: 1AM PST/9AM GMT
- Feb 9: 6AM PST/2PM GMT
- Feb 9: 9AM PST/5PM GMT
- Feb 9: 11AM PST/7PM GMT
Is this a Race?
Officially, no. For some riders, just completing the ride is accomplishment enough. But many riders will treat the event as a race, and only the strongest riders will be able to stay near the front of each event.
As Zwift says, in the end “It’s all about doing your best and trying to finish the toughest routes in Watopia.”
Routes
Zwift Fondo events have three categories (A, B, and C) which are open to all riders. These categories don’t refer to rider strength or speed–they refer to route length. Pick the category corresponding to the length of route you’d like to ride.
For February, the group and routes are (click for route details):
Kit Unlocks
This is a 3-month series, and each month’s fondo has its own unique kit unlock. These kits are exclusive, meaning they will never be available anywhere else in game. A true badge of honor! Here’s a shot of February’s kit:
Is this a Race?
Officially, no. For some riders, just completing the ride is accomplishment enough. But many riders will treat the event as a race, and only the strongest riders will be able to stay near the front of each event.
As Zwift says, in the end “It’s all about doing your best and trying to finish the toughest routes in Watopia.”
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