Zwift Release 1.40 & May Events

With us beginning a release/patch cadence of every two weeks, here is what you can expect in the upcoming release and what events are on the horizon. The release is expected to go live Wednesday, May 17th at approximately 15:00 UTC. This release will be a rolling release, meaning we will scale up the percentage of people with the release over a few days to minimize bugs or crashes. Below you will find the updates included in this release.

THIS INFORMATION UNDER EMBARGO UNTIL MAY 17th, 15:00 UTC / 11:00 AM EDT / 9:00 AM MDT / 8:00 AM PDT.

RELEASE NOTES FOR 1.40 - UNDER EMBARGO UNTIL RELEASE IS LIVE

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  • Updated ride RoboPacers with a new look. Now with a look to suit the name, the solid form lets you know you can catch a draft off the RoboPacer.
  • Updated the HoloReplay icon to no longer use the same icon as RoboPacers.
  • Adjusted estimated duration for La Reine to bring it in line with other routes.
  • Joining a RoboPacer or another Zwifter is more reliable. 
  • Fixed an issue causing misrouting when riding the Big Foot Hills, Downtown Titans, Zwift Gran Fondo 2022 or Eastern Eight routes.
  • Fixed a crash during launch when running on Windows N Edition.
  • Fixed a crash on Android when signing in for the second time after saving or discarding a ride.
  • Fixed a crash that could occur when scrolling through race results.
  • Fixed an issue preventing calibration of the Sterzo steering device.
  • Fixed an issue with the Zwift Hub not properly setting “free ride” blocks from ERG mode to SIM mode in workouts.
  • Fixed an issue that was causing the Zwifters Nearby list to scroll unexpectedly while viewing other Zwifters and made the Ride On button inaccessible.
  • Fixed an issue where Kickr Bike steering could not be disabled.
  • Fixed an issue with Tacx trainers not properly applying correct road feel for tarmac and cobbles.
  • Fixed an issue where additional cobblestone sections were appearing in France.
  • Fixed issue where running kit changed colors mid-session.
  • Fixed an issue where some effects like dust and rain were glowing.
  • Fixed an issue where menu buttons would be unresponsive if the Action Bar was visible.
  • Fixed the interaction for ignoring screenshots when ending an activity.

Zwift Companion Deprecation Notice:

We will be deprecating iOS 12 for Zwift Companion starting May 31. This will bring Zwift Companion requirements in line with the Zwift App.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Check out the details for events that are coming up in the next month. All events are available to be covered in marketing promotions beginning the date of registration or first in-market date.

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Zwift Spring Training

Reg start: April 3

Dates: April 17 - May 31

Details: With this series, we’ve developed 6 effective, efficient, achievable workouts that perfectly complement your indoor and outdoor training. These workouts were built to push you and help you realize your fitness potential —so whether you’re a seasoned pro or kickstarting your fitness journey, you will surely see a fitness boost! Because Indoor Work = Outdoor Results. Starting April 17, there will be new workouts for you to crush every week. Complete each workout on-demand or in a group workout event.

Badge: Specially designed Zwift Spring Training badge

Assets: LogoVideo Assets

Website: http://zwift.com/events/series/zwift-spring-training-2023

Monthly Mission 

Theme: Work it Out

Complete 4 unique workouts throughout the month of May

Registration Launch: Apr 24 @ 15:00 UTC

Mission Launch: May 1 @ 23:59 UTC

Registration End: May 30 @ 15:00 UTC

Mission End: May 31 @ 23:59 UTC

Recommended Activity: Check out Zwift Spring Training. To learn more about Zwift Spring Training, click here

ZRacing Monthly Series - May

Theme: Crit Club

May brings the launch of Crit Club. If you like fast racing on repeatable, lapped routes, then this will be your jam. Over the next 5 weeks, we’ll be bringing you a selection of routes that you’ll find in our new Crit Club. 

5 weeks of racing over 5 stages 

Event Types: Open to all

Stages:

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Event Calendar (updated monthly) 

Assets: Images

About Zwift

Zwift is the fitness company born from gaming. We’re dedicated fitness enthusiasts, experienced video game developers, and disruptive thinkers. Play is in our DNA and we know fun fuels results.

Zwift utilizes massively multiplayer online gaming technology to create rich, 3D worlds ripe for exploration. Join thousands of cyclists and runners in immersive playgrounds like London, New York, and Paris as well as our very own Watopia.

Our app connects wirelessly to exercise equipment: bike trainers, treadmills, and more, so your real world effort powers your avatar in the game.

From friendly races to social rides and structured training programs, Zwift unites a diverse community in pursuit of a more fun, immersive and social fitness experience.

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