Final race of the 2024 Zwift Games
Illi Gardner wins the Zwift Games Climb Championship whilst Kathrin Fuhrer takes the Wahoo Overall Classification.
In a blaze of glory, Illi Gardner claimed victory in the heart-pounding Zwift Games Climb Championship! Meanwhile, the indomitable Kathrin Fuhrer soared to triumph, seizing the coveted Wahoo Overall Classification title with breathtaking finesse.
How it unfolded
Amidst electrifying anticipation, the esports elite geared up, ready to unleash their full might in a spectacle of raw determination and it didn’t disappoint!
The jungle provided a fast but nerve settling introduction as the challenge of Alpe du Zwift loomed large. With spirits soaring, Illi Gardner ignited the ascent with a blistering 6w/kg surge, shattering the peloton. Yet, amidst the chaos, contenders like Gabriela Guerra and Lou Bates positioned themselves strategically – eyes locked on the Championship prize.
With every hairpin, the intensity soared! Emma Belforth once again unleashed her formidable power, setting the stage for a nail-biting finale. The top contenders clashed, their determination palpable as they battled the unforgiving slopes, each pedal stroke bringing them closer to glory or defeat.
In a display of sheer dominance, Gardner forged ahead, leaving her rivals gasping in her wake. Meanwhile, fearless Fuhrer executed her strategy flawlessly, steadily climbing the ranks and gaining ground on Guerra. Kristen Kulchinsky played a vital role, sacrificing her own chance at the podium to support Fuhrer's ascent.
Gardner's victory was undeniable, a testament to her unyielding spirit, power and unwavering dedication as she took $7,000 and the gold Concept Z1 bike in game. But it was Fuhrer who emerged as the ultimate Champion, a strategic genius whose calculated moves secured her $10,000, the Gold Wahoo KICKR Bike and the crown in a dazzling display of skill and determination.
As the landscape faded into the ether, one thing remained clear: in the realm of esports, the Zwift Games and its competitors took things to a whole new level – Chapeau!
]]>The final race of the Zwift Games saw Freddy Ovett claim the race win and the Wahoo Overall classification in a race up the Alpe du Zwift.
Freddy Ovett Wins the Zwift Games Climb Championship and Wahoo Overall Classification
The biggest cycling esports stars turned out for the final stage of the Zwift Games elite championships. UCI WorldTour Pros joined the pack and hit the startline as the pace was breakneck from the start.
The jungle flew by and within a few minutes the race went skyward, to the summit of the Alpe du Zwift. 12.2 kilometres, with an elevation Gain: 1036 m and an average gradient of 8.5%, a Zwift replica of the real life Alpe d’Huez.
The front group contained all of the big hitters. Josh Harris, the Wahoo Overall classification leader heading into the race, head to toe in the gold Leader’s kit sat at the back, pacing and measuring his efforts.
Johan Norén and Thomas Perren made repeated digs, stretching the front group out along the road between the hairpins. Jason Osborne suffered a mechanical and dropped from the front group, that would be the last he’d feature at the front of the race. Lennart Teugels sat on the front, making it difficult for the riders behind as the group lost a few more riders. Ovett was always there though, never on the front, but never near the back.
The live Wahoo Overall Classification leaderboard showed Thomas Thrall in contest for the win, as Josh Harris slowly slipped down the rankings.
As the hairpins went by, the pace continued at a ridiculously high level.
A group of five emerged with five kilometres to go; Perren, Ovett, Teugels, Lennart Jasch and Mickael Plantureux.
It became clear no riders would be able to bridge back to the front, our winner would come from this group.
Just before the Flamme Rouge, Plantereux dropped off the back and we were down to four. Ovett was at the back, Jasch made the first move at over 10 watts per kilo from a long way out. Teugels kicked, and finally, so did Ovett.
Ovett crossed the line, arms raised, claiming the Climb race win and the Wahoo Overall classification by a handful of points. It was a momentous achievement given the calibre of riders in the race. Teugels finished in second, with Perren in third.
In the post race interview Ovett revealed he was racing without the Zwift HUD, choosing instead to focus purely on the in-game visuals to guide his race tactics.
Ovett claims $10,000 for the Wahoo Overall Classification, $7,000 for the Climb race win, a unique Gold Wahoo KICKR Bike, and of course, the gold Concept Z1 bike in game.
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Kathrin Fuhrer Makes It Two In A Row Winning the Zwift Games Women’s Epic Race
For the second week in a row the world’s best Zwifters lined up on the start line, this time, for the Zwift Games Women’s Epic Race. On a brand new course specially built for the Zwift Games, the racers took on over 80 kilometres with over 800 metres of climbing. Two primes at the top of Titans Grove, with $1,000 on offer, on top of the $7,000 for first place laid the foundations for action-filled racing.
The first meaningful split came just over 20 minutes into the race, 1 kilometre from the first prime. Maria Holdcroft reached over 10 watts per kilo as she crossed the line first. Commentator Hannah Walker’s tongue in cheek comment “$1,000 in the pocket, thanks for coming”, ended up holding some truth as that was the last we saw of the rider in the front group.
There were a number of attacks over the next hour of racing, Emma Belforth and Kristen Kulchinsky tested their legs, and their competitors, but it would be late on in the race until the big names went head to head.
UCI WorldTour Pros from Fenix - Deceuninck Carina Schrempf and Olha Kulynych featured in the front group, but felt the increased pace as they dropped from the front group as the second prime approached. Kulchinsky, with her trademark out of the saddle style, made winning the final prime look easy.
As the riders hit the final ascent of the QOM the attritional race meant there were only just over 15 riders left in the lead group.
Lou Bates attacked at over 9 w/kg as the climb reached its steepest gradients, Gabriela Guerra matched her pedal stroke for pedal stroke, Kulchinsky sat in third wheel refusing to be distanced by the lead two. With 500 metres to go, Fuhrer, resplendent in the Gold Leaders Jersey, riding the Gold Concept Z1, passed Kulchinsky, then Guerra, then dropped her featherweight powerup. Bates dropped hers in reply but couldn’t match her power. Fuhrer hit peak power just as she came out of Bates’ draft. Two wins from two from the Swiss rider.
The question is, can she make it three?
Tune in next week for the Zwift Games Climb Championships and to find out who wins the Wahoo Overall Championships.
Watch the full race replay:
Final Zwift Games Elite Women's Epic Championship Results:
Zwift Games Wahoo Overall Championship Standings:
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Neal Fryett wins the Men's Epic Championship at the Zwift Games
The Men's Epic Championship at the Zwift Games lived up to its name, featuring the world's elite Zwifters battling fiercely on an arduous 81.5km course. Attacks came relentlessly as racers chased the two $1000 Primes over Titans Grove and Titans Grove Reverse, all while regrouping for a fiercely contested finale. The ultimate prize awaited the winner: $7,000 and a coveted Gold Concept Z1 bike.
How it unfolded
The race ignited with ferocity as riders surged from the starting line, the peloton immediately propelled to speeds exceeding 50km/h on the flat terrain. Thomas Perren made an early push, quickly countered by the pack's swift response, setting the tone for a thrilling contest. Sébastien Havot surged ahead, joined by Riccardo Panizza in a bid for the initial $1000 Prime. With relentless determination, they built an 11-second lead, setting the stage for a thrilling showdown. Havot's explosive sprint at 14w/kg secured the first Prime over Titans Grove, igniting the race's fiery tempo.
As the peloton pushed hard, strategies unfolded amidst the chaos. Draft power-ups were deployed as the pack splintered, with 84 riders forming a formidable lead group. Amidst the frenetic pace, Michał Kamiński, the current GC leader, maintained a watchful eye from the safety of the pack. Throughout the race, aggression became the norm, with breakaways attempting to fracture the peloton's unity. Each attack was swiftly countered, ensuring a relentless pursuit. Even on the challenging dirt section, where the pace momentarily dipped, the determination remained unyielding which could be seen on riders cameras.
At pivotal moments, riders like Erik Levinsohn and Mickael Plantureux showcased their Zwift prowess, briefly distancing themselves from the pack. However, the pace set by Kamiński ensured no advantage lasted long. The second Prime saw a flurry of attacks, with Jasper Paridaens emerging victorious with a staggering 14.7w/kg effort.
With the lead group whittled down to 35 riders, the race's intensity only surged. Johan Norén's late solo effort hinted at victory, yet Teugels and Fryett remained relentless in their pursuit. As the finish line neared, Teugels unleashed a furious sprint, only to be overtaken by Fryett's explosive acceleration. Dropping his feather power-up with 300 meters to go, Fryett's 11w/kg effort left Teugels trailing behind, epitomizing Zwift mastery.
In a breathtaking display of skill and determination, Fryett claimed a sensational victory. The Zwift Games Men’s Epic Championship delivered exhilarating racing, showcasing the unparalleled talent and relentless drive of its participants.
Next up is the Women’s Epic Championship. Watch Live March 10th from 6pm GMT here
Final Zwift Games Elite Men's Epic Championship Results:
Zwift Games Wahoo Overall Championship Standings:
]]>Complete a stage to spin the prize wheel and grab yourself a unique unlock for your Zwift Garage
SPIN TO WIN WITH ZWIFT'S NEWEST TOUR: THE ZWIFT BIG SPIN Complete a stage to spin the prize wheel and grab yourself a unique unlock for your Zwift Garage
Zwift, the global online fitness platform is excited to announce that registration is now open for a new Tour on Zwift: The Zwift Big Spin. The event consists of four stages, with a kit unlock for completion of all the stages, running over six weeks, beginning March 11th. Upon completion of any stage there’s a prize wheel waiting for every Zwifter at the end of every eye-catching stage!
So what’s this prize wheel all about? Similar to the prize wheel found atop Alpe du Zwift, the Big Spin Prize Wheel will spin on completion of any stage. Each prize has a different probability of being awarded, so if you’re really hunting that Atomic Cruiser, dedication will be key. If the wheel lands on a prize already unlocked, Zwifters will receive a Drops bonus to be spent on their Zwift Garage. The full list of prizes can be found below:
Each stage offers a long and short version of each ride, so Zwifters can choose the distance that best suits them. At the end of each route, the Zwift Big Spin spinner wheel will appear! During Stage 4, Zwifters will have the chance to spin twice by completing 2 laps in both the long and standard routes. There are a total of 8 unique prizes on the spinner wheel, with 2 changing every stage.
Stage 1 - Makuri Islands
Stage 2 - London
Stage 3 - New York
Stage 4 - France
The Zwift Big Spin is a social Tour with group rides starting hourly, giving Zwifters the chance to ride with others, win prizes and get fit and have fun together. The Zwift Big Spin starts on March 11 and ends on April 21, to sign up you can register here.
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Fuhrer gives Zwift Craft Masterclass to claim the Women’s Sprint Championships at the Zwift Games
The Zwift Games Women’s Sprint Championships showed the very best of cycling esports
The world’s best Zwifters lined up alongside one another for another night of rapid cycling esports racing. Following the same format as Saturday’s action, three short races tested the athletes to their limits. Tactics, drama and raw power shone through as the long startlist was whittled down to 30 for the second race, and 10 for the final. The winner claims $7,000 and a Gold Concept Z1 bike, as well as 100 crucial points towards the Wahoo Overall Championships.
Race One
The longest of the races, two laps of the new Loop de Loop course started steadily, with an initial attack coming from Emma Nyquist on the descent of Hilly QOM. With around 10 kilometres to go, after Nyquist had been brought back by Emma Belforth and Charlotte Colclough, the pair went clear at 7 watts per kilo and grew their lead to over 40 seconds. While Belforth was looking relatively comfortable, the effort was clear on Colclough’s rider cam. On the second ascent of the Hilly QOM Colclough cracked, and sat up to wait for the group. Belforth pushed on at a steady pace, maintaining a healthy distance between the chasing group all the way to the line.
Race favourites Lou Bates, Vicki Whitelaw, Kathrin Fuhrer, Charlotte Colclough, Gabriela Guerra, Liz Van Houweling, Kristen Kulchinsky and Mika Söderström all made it through, however Olympic Esports Legend Lam Kong rolled in at 36 and didn’t progress.
Race Two
Following a short break and the offer of respite for the riders, the top 30 set off on another new course, the Jurassic Coast route.
Only a couple of kilometres into the race, Belforth struck again. The group looked at one another, letting the gap grow to 10 seconds in a few hundred metres. After an initial response from Kristin Kulchinsky that looked set to bring Belforth back, impetus faded and with half the race done, it was clear the peloton as Nathan Guerra, Zwift Commentator, said ‘They’re racing for nine places now’.
Similar to last night, the ridiculously fast finish favoured the sprinters with Zwift craft, and who held their nerve, with those who went early fading at the last.
Söderström won the bunch sprint for second ahead of Ellexi Snover in third.
Race Three
The scene then was set for the final race, 15 kilometres in Glasgow Crit Circuit over five laps.
Everyone was expecting Belforth to be well and truly beat from the first two races, but the Swedish MTB rider attacked early, once, twice, three times in the first lap. The result started to feel like an inevitability but the other riders dug deep and refused to let the elastic snap. After a quiet second lap the race became more animated on the third and fourth, with a rhythm setting in, Belforth attacking, Lou Bates and Kulchinsky responding. The 10 were all together on the final ascent of the Clyde Kicker, Belforth went one final time at just under 9 w/kg, pain etched on her face, but she couldn’t hold it. Bates came through as the riders turned onto the final straight with 200 metres to go with a number of riders on her shoulder. Söderström looked to be certain for the win until Fuhrer’s final surge, pipping her on the line along with van Houweling who claimed second.
Final results can be viewed here:
Next up is the Men’s Epic Championship. Watch Live March 9th from 6pm GMT here
The Zwift Games kicks off with a bang
Michał Kamiński wins the Men’s Sprint Championships at the Zwift Games
The Zwift Games kicks off with a bang
The three race Sprint Championships had a stacked startlist of the world’s best cycling esports specialists from all over the world. Tactics, race craft and peak performance were needed from any rider hoping to make it through to the final race. Only the top 30 made it through to the second race, only the top 10 from the second race had the chance to claim the top prize; $7,000 and a Gold Concept Z1 bike.
Race One
Taking place on the Brand New Loop de Loop course the first of Zwift Games Sprint races had a twitchy first few kilometres. The peloton waited until the first Hilly KOM ascent before picking up the pace and with nine kilometres to go, Nico Severa made the first meaningful attack and pushed a gap out to over 20 seconds. Vidal Mehl was the next to break off the front with what looked like an overly ambitious attack three kilometres from the line with the pack close behind. Mehl made it stick though and caught Severa with 300 metres to go and took victory 0.1 seconds ahead of the pack with the top 30 all finishing within one second.
Race Two
Next up was another new course, the Jurassic Coast route. A few minor attacks in the first half of the race including from Cycling Esports World Champion Bjørn Andreassen, making a statement that he wasn’t looking to just make up numbers. The bunch stayed together until 8 kilometres to go, as fan favourite Teppo Laurio hit the front before Hüseyin Çelebi broke away and built a lead of 8 seconds with 3 kilometres to go. As the finish line approached Haavard Gjeldnes took Zwift craft to the next level, he’d barely featured throughout the race but timed his sprint perfectly, taking 1st place. Big names missed out on the top 10 including USA Cycling National Champion Brian Duffy Jr & Andreassenn.
Race Three
Glasgow Crit Circuit hosted the showdown between the world’s best Cycling Esports sprinters, just over a year since the same course hosted the Cycling Esports World Championships in 2023. A quiet first lap was followed up with a rapid second. Gjeldnes and Bart Van Den Eeckhaut held a 10 second gap the second time up the Clyde Kicker but by lap three the race was back together. Michał Kamiński tested his competitor’s legs with just over a lap to go, pushing over 8 w/kg but the other nine riders quickly reeled him in. The stage looked to be set for a bunch sprint. As the group of ten descended the Clyde Kicker for the final time and the distance counter measuring under 1 kilometre to go, many commentators on the live YouTube broadcast were pointing out Holden Comeau as the favourite due to his impressive peak power. Kamiński, comfortably sitting at the back, dropped his Draft Powerup, put the hammer down and didn’t look back.
Final results can be viewed here:
Watch the race replay here:
]]>Maddie Le Roux and Louis Kitzki awarded contracts with CANYON//SRAM Generation and Alpecin-Deceuninck Development team for the 2024 season
ZWIFT ACADEMY AWARDS TWO PROFESSIONAL CYCLING CONTRACTS AFTER FINALS IN DENIA, SPAIN Maddie Le Roux and Louis Kitzki awarded contracts with CANYON//SRAM Generation and Alpecin-Deceuninck Development team for the 2024 season
For the eighth year, the Zwift Academy talent identification and training program, in partnership with Alpecin-Deceuninck and CANYON//SRAM, has awarded professional contracts to two athletes who distinguished themselves above all others. South Africa’s Maddie Le Roux will join CANYON//SRAM Generation and Germany’s Louis Kitzki will join the Alpecin-Deceuninck Development Team. These two talented riders will add their names to a glittering list of Zwift Academy alumni, including Neve Bradbury and Jay Vine.
Maddie and Louis set themselves apart from more than 108,000 Zwifters who participated in the 2023 Zwift Academy. They were among the finalists - three women and three men - who were invited to their respective team camps for finals in Denia.
At the finals, all the finalists participated in challenges and races on the road as well as a Zwift race, met with coaches and team staff as well as joined the group rides with athletes from their potential future teams. Maddie distinguished herself by having strong power numbers and high-level race experience. Viewing this as her last opportunity to take her cycling career to the next level, Maddie approached each challenge with intense focus and a calm demeanor.
Adam Szabó, Team Director at CANYON//SRAM Generation says: “Maddie excelled in many of the challenges but where she stood out from all the finalists was supporting her designated leaders during the Zwift race. This moment was a turning point in the week, and we were sure this was what we were looking for in our team. We’re excited to welcome her to the team.”
“I’m excited to finally be able to share the news, it still feels unbelievable, to be honest, but I’m sure it’ll sink in soon,” said winner Maddie Le Roux. “It’s been a whirlwind since coming back from finals, but I am looking forward to joining the team in Europe and getting the season started.”
Louis impressed the coaching staff at finals with his raw talent, ambition and determination showcasing a huge amount of development potential. The youngest of the ZA Finalists, Louis took advantage of his exposure to the team’s coaches and the innovative talent identification opportunity Zwift Academy presents.
Kristof de Kegel, Performance Manager at Alpecin-Deceuninck says: “This edition, the finalists were the closest ever to compare on a physical level. Louis has the combination of a young age with the belief and awareness that his ‘weak points’ are only working points, which gave him the advantage over the other finalists. All three had massive physical capacities but Louis in our opinion the most workable profile in the long term.”
“The Zwift Academy Finals was such a unique experience riding with the team and getting to spend that time with the coaches, it is such a great way to really test if you can handle the professional cycling lifestyle,” said winner Louis Kitzki. “I am so excited to join the Alpecin-Deceuninck development team for the coming season, to learn from some of the world’s best cyclists, and hopefully follow in Luca’s footsteps!”
Maddie and Louis have been settling into their new teams since January. They’ve been enjoying riding on their specially designed Zwift Academy Canyon Aeroad and are looking forward to representing their new teams at the early season races.
Eurosport will air a four-episode series covering the Zwift Academy finals, beginning 20th February 1930CET. The winners will be unveiled at the end of the final episode on 23rd February. The series will also be available globally on the Eurosport YouTube Channel, with each episode published immediately after the broadcast episodes.
To learn more about the finalists and to see how you can stay up to date with the latest Zwift Academy news, read more here.
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EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE INAUGURAL ZWIFT GAMES Elite and Community Race Details, Official Partners, Broadcast Details and more
Zwift, the global online fitness platform for cyclists, runners and triathletes, is excited to share full details about the Zwift Games. Taking place throughout March, the Zwift Games will offer a month-long festival of competition, from community racing for all abilities to Elite level Cycling Esports broadcasts, Zwift Games is set to become the largest virtual racing event ever held.
Community RacingAll Zwifters are invited to take part in the five-stage series with in game registration live now and online registration opening Monday 26th Feb. Stages 1-5 will run in order between March 1st - March 17th with make-up events for each stage available from March 18th-March 31st.
Zwifters who compete in all five races of the Zwift Games can also take part in the general classification challenge and shoot for their best combined time over the month. Racers can improve on their previous best times by completing any stage more than once. Overall positions for the Zwift Games can be tracked on Zwift Power.
Exclusive unlocks will be available for each stage completed. All races will be category-enforced with a mix of sprint, endurance and climbing stages and schedules to suit any racer. Events will run in order between March 1st to March 17th with make-up stages available from March 18th to March 31st.
All Stage Maps:
Four new courses have been designed specially for the Zwift Games, utilizing Zwift’s already expansive road network. Each of the new routes has been designed to deliver dynamic racing that will be as fun to ride, as they will be to watch when the Elite Racers to the line. New badges are available to collect for completing each of these new courses.
Loop de Loop, will be used for the first Sprint Stage. Starting in downtown Watopia, the race will be 24.9 km with 289 m of climbing—featuring two ascents of the Zwift KOM.
Jurassic CoastFeatured on the second Sprint Stage, Jurassic Coast starts in the Fuego Flats start pens, then winds its way through Titans Grove and to Watopia’s Southern Coast—covering 19.5 km with 212 m of climbing.
Zwift Games 2024 - EpicFor Stage 3, the Epic Stage, racers in categories A&B will take on a brand new Epic course specially designed to test the endurance of all those who tackle it! Starting in downtown Watopia, the Epic route is 81.6 km long with 878m of climbing and takes in much of Watopia along the way, finishing atop the KOM.
Mountain MashFor the fifth and final Stage of Zwift Games, Categories C&D will take on a brand new climbing route in Watopia, Mountain Mash. The race starts in the Jungle Pens and immediately heads up the Epic KOM reverse. This route may be a mere 5.9km long but with 335 m of climbing and little warm up, this route promises to get the heart pumping!
Wahoo, adidas and Oakley confirmed as Official Partners of the Zwift Games 2024Wahoo Fitness, the leading endurance athlete fitness technology company, joins as a title sponsor of the Wahoo Overall Zwift Games Championship and will be awarding exclusive and unique gold-painted Wahoo KICKR Bikes to both the Overall Zwift Games Champions. The Wahoo KICKR Bike promises an unparalleled indoor riding experience with full adjustability, climb simulation and +/-1% power accuracy.
adidas also joins as an Official Partner and will be launching the Tempo 3-Stripes BOA Cycling Shoes in-game in black with the iconic three white stripes. The adidas Tempo 3-Stripes BOA Shoes will be available to unlock for any Zwifter who completes one stage of the Zwift Games community race series.
World-renowned eyewear manufacturer Oakley is also welcomed as an Official Partner to the 2024 Zwift Games. Zwifters completing two stages of the community race series will unlock the Oakley Sphaera™ eyewear in game.
All Official Partners will be featured on in-game arches and virtual roadside hoardings.
Elite RacingThe complete Fan Guide to the 2024 Zwift Games, including full race details, can be found here
The Zwift Games will include Elite Men’s and Elite Women’s Championships across three medal disciplines; Sprint, Epic, and Climb.
Zwift’s biggest-ever prize purse is on the line for all races and the winners will unlock an iconic golden Concept Z1 bike to ride in Zwift for the next year. The best male and female competitors across the combined disciplines will be crowned Wahoo Overall Champions. In addition to the prize money and golden Z1 Concept bike, the two Wahoo Overall Zwift Games Champions will each receive a golden Wahoo KICKR Bike, courtesy of event partner, Wahoo Fitness.
Over 300 Elite athletes from 33 countries will be participating in the 2024 Zwift Games. Startlists are available here and all races will be broadcast live via the Zwift YouTube Channel.
The Sprint Championship will consist of 3 back-to-back scratch races, similar to the Zwift Battle Royale format used for the 2023 World Championships. All races will be scratch races and progression will be determined by finishing position.
EPIC CHAMPIONSHIP - Men March 9th 6pm UTC // Women March 10th 6pm UTCThe Epic Championship is the race for those who like to go long. This grueling one-off race will be held on a brand new course, specially designed for the Zwift Games - the Zwift Games 2024 - Epic Route.
The finale of the Zwift Games 2024 will be a memorable test on Watopia's 'Road to Sky' route that finishes at the topic of the iconic Alpe du Zwift, modelled after the infamous Alpe d'Huez.
The events in Zwift Games have been designed to find the best Zwifter across three distinct disciplines that each require different athletic performance. The Wahoo Zwift Games Overall Champion will be the athlete that has the highest overall points total after all three stages, having demonstrated their all-round abilities. Along with the prestigious title, Zwift Games Overall Champion, winners will each receive an iconic gold Concept Z1 bike in-game to ride for the year, a unique gold-painted Wahoo KICKR Bike.
Zwift's innovative Click and Cog unlock virtual shifting on the proven Wahoo KICKR Core
ZWIFT AND WAHOO TEAM UP ON VIRTUAL SHIFTING WITH THE NEW KICKR CORE ZWIFT ONE Zwift's innovative Click and Cog unlock virtual shifting on the proven Wahoo KICKR CORE
Zwift, the global online fitness platform, and Wahoo Fitness, the leading endurance athlete fitness technology company, are pleased to announce the Wahoo KICKR CORE Zwift One, a collaboration between both companies.
The Wahoo KICKR CORE Zwift One delivers near-universal compatibility with 8- to 12-speed bikes, thanks to the pre-installed Zwift Cog and Virtual Shifting via the included Zwift Click.
Thanks to the introduction of virtual shifting, the Wahoo KICKR CORE Zwift One means almost any 8- to 12-speed bike now has the potential to unlock the virtual world of Zwift. Riders can immerse themselves in Zwift’s virtual terrain, feeling every gradient change as they explore new roads and gain fitness while riding with a global community.
Wahoo KICKR CORE Zwift One is ready to ride from the box, making it easier than ever to get started on Zwift. Zwift Click and Cog allow users to change gears silently, and 24 virtual gears help cyclists conquer every climb in Zwift.
The Wahoo KICKR CORE Zwift One is now available to buy in the United States, United Kingdom, and the European Union for $599/£549/€599, including one year of Zwift membership, on zwift.com and wahoofitness.com.
For the first time, customers located in Australia and Canada will be able to access Zwift’s innovative virtual shifting. Customers in these locations will be able to purchase the Wahoo KICKR CORE Zwift One via wahoofitness.com from late March.
The Wahoo KICKR CORE Zwift One will be sold alongside the recently launched Wahoo KICKR CORE with choice of 8/9/10/11/12 speed cassette, also sold with a one-year Zwift subscription via zwift.com and wahoofitness.com.
Rolling out between February 7th and 8th, existing owners of Wahoo KICKR CORE trainers will be able to upgrade to virtual shifting using Zwift Play. In addition to virtual shifting, Zwift Play controllers put you in control of everything on Zwift from your handlebars and unlock new immersive gameplay, thanks to steering and braking controls. Zwift Plays can be bought from zwift.com in the United States, United Kingdom and the European Union for $99/£99/€99.
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