About a month ago I set up a training cave with Zwift, a pc, 40 inch screen, and a Kickr 2. My FTP has gone up about 8% since I've started using it. I ride solo in the "real world" so I don't get much of the competitive group ride thing. However, the Zwift environment has me riding much harder than I do outside. After 3-4 months of training with my new set up, I relish the improvements that I will see this coming spring.
Eduardo França Porto That's an excellent idea, I was thinking the same thing. I'm just learning about it and I thought that's what they were doing. Actual roads to ride around the world with specs (ascending,descending,grades etc.) with the real landscape would be great even for the pros.
I'm loving Zwift... However, it would be good see where your mates are on say a mini-map in the game and also exactly where you are in the field of a race! Great insight GCN
I think it certainly could, if it did come true that a running mode was added. as a cyclist an a runner I would have some questions. The biggest most important one is if yea had a tablet or phone could you hook it up to the treadmills at your local gym. I think it has a lot of potential to be amazing though, one of the biggest problems I find with treadmill training with friends is that everyone chooses their own speed, then when yea get outside yea cant run together. so this could potentially help solve that.
Drunk Dog I've see. VR at Europe Zwift event. people love it, only weird part was looking down at legs and the were at a different cadence than reality. it was a HIT!
There are some gcn videos with, lets say, questionable content out there. But this video was really informativ and well done. Congrats to Simon and the team. Great work!
Zwift is really a great plattform. I love it and many riders i knwo use it a lot. I am looking forward for the next steps. Maybe you can make the driving screen configurable. Many users us Plasma-Tv´s and after a while there is the ghosting effect.
Great Video. It's only because of GCN that I've got to see places like the Trek, Canyon and Zwift. I don't know if I would've ever got to see these places. Oh not to forget the Sky test lab.
Thanks! I think that if there is a way to link a Bike Trainer, a Running Machine and simulating swimming using the readings of a hearth-rate monitor, all in the same session and account, there could be a way to implement triathlon on Zwift, though the swimming part could be a problem.
Oh man! That running mode would be cool! Did you see the running with power book on Jon Mayfield's desk?? Actually - several running books were present. Hmmmmm
Dammmmit!!!!!!!!! I signed up for zwift 1h ago, Result: I'm laying on the floor now too tired to even move! my gosh they completely remodeled indoor cycling
I hear Fabian Cancellara has plenty of time on his hands now in case Jens Voigt needs a Zwift riding partner this time? It'll be good to see the old team re-formed :D
Currently it works with Bluetooth Smart foot pods (Polar do one), TickrX/Run HR straps in Run mode (Those have accelerometers). Maybe possible to use ANT+ foot pods with the use of an ANT+ to BLE bridge... I haven't had any personal experience with that solution though.
@Zwift, I am always freezing up in the snowy mountains of Watopia, what about the right clothing instead of riding in short sleeve summer clothes? Maybe you could earn the right clothing and then get a little performance increase up in the cold weather/snow and a maybe a decrease of your performance if you wear the wrong clothes. The same with the rain, no rain jackets, no overshoes, no hats on Zwift.
any plans for Zwift to catch up with Bkool on availability of routes ? I'm looking to get one or the other but i would like to ride Alpe de Huez etc ....
What do you think are the best direct drive trainers for zwift use? As I have a magnetic one at the minute but thinking of investing in a better one for a better experience
I noticed a stand for iPhones & iPads, that the Zwift employees used both on their desks and as a tall stand when on the bike, I wonder. What brand are they (Link)? Seems smart. Awesome video as always GCN!
BTW, I have one of these for my phone, which is working great, but you really need to use a sweat-proof case... www.iomounts.com/collections/products/products/nomad
Someone please help me out here with how Zwift works. I have a garmin ANT+, no power meter, and a roller. Could I connect to zwift and easily cruise at 50kph on my roller? What makes the resistance consistent across the board (ie zwift) for all riders. That is, can one turn down the turbo trainer resistance and 'cheat'? Thanks
I'd really like to get into Zwift as a Winter training tool. Any chance of a video about how to do it on a budget? Other than a subscription and a bike (obs) what other gadgets or sensors do I need etc.
Gotta love how "dan" at 6:09 is pretending to work, then spins around, taking off his glasses in perfect harmony
About a month ago I set up a training cave with Zwift, a pc, 40 inch screen, and a Kickr 2. My FTP has gone up about 8% since I've started using it. I ride solo in the "real world" so I don't get much of the competitive group ride thing. However, the Zwift environment has me riding much harder than I do outside. After 3-4 months of training with my new set up, I relish the improvements that I will see this coming spring.
Great stuff Jaye - keep it up!
Now imagine Zwift integrated with google earth you call your buddies and decide to climb Mt Ventoux or just ride trough the Paris Roubaix course .
Eduardo França Porto That's an excellent idea, I was thinking the same thing. I'm just learning about it and I thought that's what they were doing. Actual roads to ride around the world with specs (ascending,descending,grades etc.) with the real landscape would be great even for the pros.
Eduardo França Porto
You can actually already do this with Cyclops virtual trainer.
Bought myself some Powertap pedals today. I can't wait to go back on Zwift. It seems like it improved a lot since last year.
Bam! Mine are in the post... let's hope the Christmas delivery rush doesn't get in the way!
I can picture Froomey laughing somewhere watching this.
Nice to see this just after doing 50Km on Zwift whilst trying to win a new bike. Now looking forward to the volcano circuit and GCN Vs Jens part 2!
I'm loving Zwift... However, it would be good see where your mates are on say a mini-map in the game and also exactly where you are in the field of a race! Great insight GCN
This may be a couple of years old, but still really interesting. Dan the man. Great presenting.
Watching this while On zwift
Yes!
Something tells me that running mode will be a success.
I think it certainly could, if it did come true that a running mode was added. as a cyclist an a runner I would have some questions.
The biggest most important one is if yea had a tablet or phone could you hook it up to the treadmills at your local gym.
I think it has a lot of potential to be amazing though, one of the biggest problems I find with treadmill training with friends is that everyone chooses their own speed, then when yea get outside yea cant run together. so this could potentially help solve that.
It's early days Tim - lot's to improve on but we're pumped to be launching running Beta soon!
Everyone wants to pull a Froomey eh
I saw someone running on Zwift today!
I guess time to buy a power meter for running.
Fantastic video, really cool to see the team that have revolutionised indoor training, and the Jens rematch!!!
Thanks for the feedback Gary!
I *LOVED* Road Rash!
really enjoyed this
Thanks Mav!
It's super cool to invite the world into Zwift HQ! Thanks for the feedback!
Make a zwift VR so you actually feel like you're out there instead of home looking at the screen.
Drunk Dog I've see. VR at Europe Zwift event. people love it, only weird part was looking down at legs and the were at a different cadence than reality. it was a HIT!
SuperOCHomes I guess it's still a work in progress then
Poor treadmill, feeling those road cleats :)
It wasn't a pretty sight was it!?!
Very impressive that Simon was able to demonstrate Chris Froome's TdF training programme at the end
I love Zwift.
at 1.29 Its good to see that GCN have got Dan's xmas present sorted
Froome treadmill ? 11:13
Froomey Achievement Unlocked
Noticed the ergo in the test lab. Does Zwift have plan to create an indoor rowing version of the app?
4:36 Last time Jens Voigt wanted to team up with Fabian Cancellara... Can't wait to see it happen ;)
Never knew Zwift was located in my hometown. Why can I never catch you riding on the street. Cheers!
Great visit and features coming on Zwift.
OMG! Real journalism. Repsect. Your best video yet.
There are some gcn videos with, lets say, questionable content out there. But this video was really informativ and well done. Congrats to Simon and the team. Great work!
Thanks Michael, really pleased you enjoyed this one!
Thanks for the feedback Michael!
Zwift is really a great plattform. I love it and many riders i knwo use it a lot. I am looking forward for the next steps. Maybe you can make the driving screen configurable. Many users us Plasma-Tv´s and after a while there is the ghosting effect.
Looking forward for the second race with jens. I was surprised that you could win the first one. Impressive :-)
You know, Fabian has retired and I'm sure he would love to team up with Jensie on your next race! ;-)
Great Video. It's only because of GCN that I've got to see places like the Trek, Canyon and Zwift. I don't know if I would've ever got to see these places. Oh not to forget the Sky test lab.
So... Duathlon Zwift competitions soon. Thanks for this, guys. You are awesome!
Hey Mauricio - it's feedback like that which super motivates us to work hard for you guys!
Thanks! I think that if there is a way to link a Bike Trainer, a Running Machine and simulating swimming using the readings of a hearth-rate monitor, all in the same session and account, there could be a way to implement triathlon on Zwift, though the swimming part could be a problem.
ha ha - we'll put our thinking caps on Mauricio!
Imagine an endless pool with a big screen mounted on the floor, or swimming googles with a HUD or VR display.
Zwift meets Molten Core! Love it!
I am 100% hardcore addicted to Zwift ... Wahoo KickR Snap over here ...
11:13 The moment i died of laughter.
1'34" guy at the back eating his chow-mein with chopsticks in slo mo! Over his workstation!
Zwift with the Big Wheel boxes in the HQ...they were teasing the 2021 April Fools long ago!
How did we Long Beach people not hear about you guys being in town?!
We arrived in the smallest Uber car ever, it was easy to miss us.
Oh man! That running mode would be cool! Did you see the running with power book on Jon Mayfield's desk?? Actually - several running books were present. Hmmmmm
Dammmmit!!!!!!!!! I signed up for zwift 1h ago,
Result: I'm laying on the floor now too tired to even move! my gosh they completely remodeled indoor cycling
I love zwift, especially when its raining cold outside.
-19 F here in Minnesota...Time to Zwift!
❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️
HTFU
Zwift should make a Mont Ventoux map where you have to run from the point where Froomey crashed! With all the fans on the side!
i think Jens is going to have to be a lot stronger for Zwift round 2 since Dan is now so aero with the shaved head ;)
Can't wait to ride in the volcano!
Shhhhhhhhhh - it's meant to be a surprise!
keydor Rode into Diamondhead on the Big Island
Round 2 is long overdue!
That GCN long sleeve looked better than the normal ones.
Nice to see Zwift rocking Slack :)
I was expecting their hq to be virtual or something
but zwift when does the new awesome looking world will be released, because it looks incredible!
Hey Werner - it's only a couple of weeks away :-)
Oh yeah new course!!Awesome video btw!
Thanks!
Zwift looks soooo awesome. But first I need to get a proper hometrainer.... after getting a proper Road bike :D
Doesn't take much. I've had both a rocking horse and a shopping trolley working on Zwift...... neither were a good workout however.
First I thought you were joking, but you really did it :D :D
Triple points to you for finding those videos to verify my claims! They're hidden deep in my UA-cam feed somewhere! hhaha! :)
I guess I could start working for the NSA... ;D
Great channel btw!
This was great
Thanks! GCN did a great job!
What is that awesome little gizmo right at the beginning of the Zwift HQ piece holding that guy's phone? I so need one of those for my ipad.
I hear Fabian Cancellara has plenty of time on his hands now in case Jens Voigt needs a Zwift riding partner this time? It'll be good to see the old team re-formed :D
We love Zwift! Thank you!
Maybe Zwift could give some of those bidons (9:10) to GCN to do a little competition. ^^
This volcano is crazy looks good! :)
VOLCANO HYPE!!!!!
Can't wait to get a kickr so I could get on zwift!
We're looking forward to seeing you on Watopia Mark!
Nice! New map!
Simon, you need to change your gunky old handlebar tape. Look at the mess it's left on Zwift's wall!
I'm curious about running mode. Will runners have to wear some kind of step counter for it to work?
We'd have to ask Zwift! We can confirm that wearing cycling shoes in running mode isn't the best idea, though.
Currently it works with Bluetooth Smart foot pods (Polar do one), TickrX/Run HR straps in Run mode (Those have accelerometers). Maybe possible to use ANT+ foot pods with the use of an ANT+ to BLE bridge... I haven't had any personal experience with that solution though.
I can't wait for a GCN vs Jens rematch
Zwift should make an app for runners would be a success in the gym running on the treadmill
Gotta love Zwift :D
@Zwift, I am always freezing up in the snowy mountains of Watopia, what about the right clothing instead of riding in short sleeve summer clothes? Maybe you could earn the right clothing and then get a little performance increase up in the cold weather/snow and a maybe a decrease of your performance if you wear the wrong clothes. The same with the rain, no rain jackets, no overshoes, no hats on Zwift.
any plans for Zwift to catch up with Bkool on availability of routes ? I'm looking to get one or the other but i would like to ride Alpe de Huez etc ....
Are you going to allow Spartacus to join Jensie this time? Maybe split off into retired pro/presenter teams?
Hey Chris - that had crossed our mind too!
Jon Mayfield wearing a Hotter n Hell 100 shirt? Excellent!
My hometown
Are they gonna come out with a VR
headset soon
What do you think are the best direct drive trainers for zwift use? As I have a magnetic one at the minute but thinking of investing in a better one for a better experience
Zwift needs to give their user list to the UCI. Any Zwifters who race will be looking for the easier way. We know what that means...
Of course, for the frontrunner onanists of the cycling world, a visit to Onanism Central is de riguer for a trip to La la Land
cool , enjoyed this one.
Excellent video Si, who's World jersey is on the wall at 11:00?
Looks like Froomey will love running mode
Are Fabian Cancellara and Jens Voigt in a team against GCN? Would be interesting....
I really hope zwift opens up higher detail levels and higher resolutions ond the pc version! Would be awesome!
Man I caught this video real late but can they fix the calibration on Apple TV?
I noticed a stand for iPhones & iPads, that the Zwift employees used both on their desks and as a tall stand when on the bike, I wonder. What brand are they (Link)? Seems smart.
Awesome video as always GCN!
We'll have to find out!
Stian Maurstad Looks like one of these from IOMounts: www.iomounts.com/collections/play/products/iostand-xt
BTW, I have one of these for my phone, which is working great, but you really need to use a sweat-proof case... www.iomounts.com/collections/products/products/nomad
And I thought I just had too many mineral waters while on Zwift on Wedsnesday, there were people running!
LOL!
Can you buy the Zwift cycling jersey and shorts anywhere
Half wheeling in action at 7:42 I thought that was a GCN no no
are they planning to bring the app out for andriod and do you know when?
How much do your cleats dig up the treadmill?
Rumor has it that Froome is consulting Zwift on the running mode
Hey Brian - "no comment"
Using Zwift on-line one can reconcile the nine-man teams and the recent ASO request for smaller ones...
I'm a bit new to the subject, but how is Zwift any different than Tacx?
Someone please help me out here with how Zwift works. I have a garmin ANT+, no power meter, and a roller. Could I connect to zwift and easily cruise at 50kph on my roller? What makes the resistance consistent across the board (ie zwift) for all riders. That is, can one turn down the turbo trainer resistance and 'cheat'? Thanks
Where did Jon MayField get his t-shirt?
Are there going to special maps for just running?!
Hey Russell - yes -that's in the pipeline :-)
Voigt-Cancellara vs Lloyd-Richardson for the Gold!!!!
If you're "Game" come race in a KISS EU race! 😜
Was Lasty on another treadmill far, far away?
Hahaha Cyclocross mode !! xD Hilarious !
WTF, I've worked in that same building for 5+ years, never even knew Zwift was there...
gcn, my chain keeps coming off the jockey wheels and the edge of the chain will be on the jockey wheel, what shld I do about it?
I'd really like to get into Zwift as a Winter training tool. Any chance of a video about how to do it on a budget? Other than a subscription and a bike (obs) what other gadgets or sensors do I need etc.
Check out Shane Miller on youtube, he has done a video just about that.
Check out Shane Miller on youtube! He made a video about right this!
I've done two on this topic as of today "Zwift on a budget" and "Zwift IOS on a budget"
Long Beach is possibly the most ironic place for an indoor cycling company to be headquartered.
that treadmill... Vroom's chicken run simulator? (should be uphill though)
Any idea who makes the iphone stands?
Shane Miller.
G'day.
Every time I hear Zwift I think ''Shane Miller''
What handlebar is on that bike? Please, if someone can answer. Seems short reach and standard drop which I like.
hi, its a Canyon model. thanks