How To Use Zwift | Zwift For Beginners

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Zwift is an online virtual cycling world that allows you to ride, train or race with other cyclists from around the globe!
Si and Matt are here to let you know the basics for being able to use the increasingly popular platform.
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Ex-professional cyclists Simon Richardson and Matt Stephens are here with all you need to know about starting up with Zwift.
You will need an account, head over to gcn.eu/ZwiftBeginner and sign-up, you can start with a free trial.
You will need an indoor trainer, and something that tells Zwift how fast you are riding.
For a basic setup this can be a speed sensor that communicates with Zwift.
A more advanced setup is using a powermeter which transmits all metrics to the software.
The most accurate setup though, is to use a smart trainer. This will also increase/decrease pedalling resistance dependant on terrain and if you are slipstreaming for instance.
You will also need a towel, drink, and we advise using a fan to help keep you cool.
Something also worth considering is the Zwift app, this is used as a remote control for the features available.
There are three different worlds that you can ride in, these are:
Watopia - South Pacific Paradise, 8 routes and 42km of roads
Richmond - 4 routes and 18.9km of roads
London - 8 routes and 27.5km of roads
Zwift has a calendar to show when the different courses/routes are available to ride on as well as group rides and races that are being hosted if you wish to join in the fun.
Choosing a route is simple and then you can go for a ride, you can even choose to turn onto a different route as well as doing a U-Turn and riding the other way if you see someone you would like to ride with for example.
The screen setup shows all the metrics you need, including gradient and where you are on a route/ride. You can also see where you in comparison to others riding, as well as the watts per kg that they are outputting!
You can even customise your clothing and bike appearance onscreen, including an unlockable GCN kit! Not forgetting being able to wave at others, flick the elbow and even give other users a 'Ride-on'
There are plenty of training sessions and workouts on Zwift, including 32 GCN workouts and you can even create your own.
After any activity the ride data is displayed and can be saved/uploaded to your profile on sites such as Strava, Training Peaks etc.
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@gcn 6 жыл бұрын

What's your favourite way to use Zwift?

@kiverrussell8369 6 жыл бұрын

Global Cycling Network the opportunity to race from your garage is great. Pushes me harder than any other workout although perhaps "favourite" isn't the right word...it can be satisfying and motivating though!

@jamesnickless7664 6 жыл бұрын

I love Zwift - it's made indoor training an activity to look forward to rather than staring at a wall and sweating. Question on the workout modes - if you are using the FTP Builder programs, do you need to factor in a test every week or so to update the FTP level (assuming it goes up, of course...!!!)?

@gcn 6 жыл бұрын

We'd have to agree!

@jimhansen5395 6 жыл бұрын

Structured workouts in ERG mode are my main use of Zwift. On weekends in winter I will do long group rides and enter the occasional race.

@kathr2773 6 жыл бұрын

Cycle to work (on zwift), log in to work network (remotely from home), 8hours later cycle home (on zwift).

@savysmilesumtymes 3 жыл бұрын

I just want to ride someone else's zwift setup haha. There should be a zwift cafe

@thatwildlife5977 3 жыл бұрын

That’s a great business idea, you should chase that

@aenimalewis1764 3 жыл бұрын

@@thatwildlife5977 im stealing it

@ouarda547 3 жыл бұрын

Totally! I would invest post covid 😉😂

@Gengu 3 жыл бұрын

Some gyms have them

@alexm1841 2 жыл бұрын

That’s a great idea. And pair it with some type of VR experience and when you ride over a cobblestone road, you feel it. When you ride past the town bakery, you smell the bread. This would be so awesome

@ramsesm 6 жыл бұрын

"I'm in the first time..." - My daughter loves watching these shows with me and we go out riding and hears the "click" of my second cleat we both raise one arm and say out lout "I'm in..." - guys, thank you for the wonderful content filled with your wonderful personalities....

@elijah1110 4 жыл бұрын

Whos here from coach greg

@lovelyjubbly87 4 жыл бұрын

You mean the doctor?

@seev132 4 жыл бұрын

Elijah love the fact I ain’t the only one🤣

@ElronHumpperdink 4 жыл бұрын

word

@oscarcanales007 4 жыл бұрын

Same

@RealtraderStu 3 жыл бұрын

oath

@wondermonkeyoutdoors 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video and for the series (yet to watch). I'm trying to get over the mental drudgery of using my bike trainer and have picked zwift to help, in part by your videos on it.

@jtb52 6 жыл бұрын

Matt, amazing Zwift clip in! And looking very thin. Workouts are great and riding in groups.

@jasonmcgrody9472 5 жыл бұрын

I know this is sponsored content but it's useful information for people who are new to online trainers like this and GCN is far more entertaining than anything Zwift could probably come up with in house.

@SobanBhatti 6 жыл бұрын

Perfect timing. Just finished my Zwift setup and this was a great little intro to the user interface. Thanks GCN :)

@Zwift 6 жыл бұрын

See you on Watopia Soban! Ride On.

@onepalproductions 2 жыл бұрын

Great! How many pounds did you lose, paying the monthly fee to cycle in your house?

@andromada2282 6 жыл бұрын

343 days left for trial? nice one GCN!

@connieback7577 6 жыл бұрын

Wow! I didn't think there could possibly be a way to convert a torture device / trainer to something that would actually be fun and interesting. This might be how it's done.

@illbeV Жыл бұрын

Imagine if they integrate VR!

@nickferrence8593 2 жыл бұрын

What a very informative video. Thinking of purchasing my first smart trainer. This video really helps. Cheers

@borissyarov6069 4 жыл бұрын

I really decided to start Zwifting because of this video!

@norevlimitr1602 6 жыл бұрын

Im building a special custom light weight aero bike just for Zwift... Cant wait!!!!

@JulianSchepp 6 жыл бұрын

I love your room! Thanks for the Video!

@lillysworld979 2 жыл бұрын

Loving using Zwift with my Kickr Rollr 😊

@absurdio 6 жыл бұрын

"That's a good'un. Don't forget to like. And shit." -- Matt Stephens, 2017.

@hawru2883 5 жыл бұрын

It's "And Share them" but funny haha

@shaungaynor8898 5 жыл бұрын

I wondered if anyone else noticed that! Hahahahaha. I love it :)

@ashkanahmadi 4 жыл бұрын

He does say shit, no?

@myateem 5 жыл бұрын

What if I want to ride for a specific distance, for example 20km, and just measure my time and other metrics. Is this possible? I am new to zwift and just got my tacx neo 2

@camiloes4395 6 жыл бұрын

Great Video!! Thanks for sharing!

@svartahridxhgc 6 жыл бұрын

This definitely should go on virtual reality, imagine the potential of this, only problem I can thought, is that you are going to be wearing a head set when exercising so hard, maybe it would require a new special headset design, promoting freshness, otherwise for example lenses are going to get fog.

@norbertmarx2087 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for this. Just joined and I'm a little lost. Big help.

@wildlifesafarisjohannesbur3378 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for great vid ! Please what are those TRAY looking things in front of some bikes , any reason for them thank you

@wraith01mg 3 жыл бұрын

I'm definitely being sold on this. I have a very basic turbo trainer at the moment, but will have to look for an affordable second hand smart one and get an ant/bt speed cadence thingy aren't I now.

@JohnnyBlaze357 5 жыл бұрын

Hey guys Thank for this informative video. I have a question for you what brands of smart trainer would you suggest for getting setup to get the Zwift?

@seanbresnahan2149 5 жыл бұрын

great video, how do you get the ride profile larger its barely legible on my screen, thank you

@gemmajanebrookes5395 4 жыл бұрын

Thank You for such a helpful video :)

@jaschamuller4790 6 жыл бұрын

Are you grouped into the zwift system based on what "speed/watt" information you provide (i.e. speed sensor, power meter and smart trainer)? Or do you have people with speed sensors racing against power meters and smart trainers?

@gabbechico8471 6 жыл бұрын

Great video! doing my first zwift ride on friday finnaly!

@Zwift 6 жыл бұрын

Awesome Gabbe!

@FunnyCatVideos2118 3 жыл бұрын

Love that Matt uses a tool as a pointer

@gspa072 6 жыл бұрын

Good information guys. Thanks.

@thomasabbott2277 6 жыл бұрын

"Power, beats per minute and revolutions per minute" uuummm are you absolutely sure about that Matt??

@djdrone2223 3 жыл бұрын

50 revolutions per minute, against our bikes

@joelklingenberg3271 6 жыл бұрын

Was not ready for that Simon to Matt transition at 2:07. Where did Si go? Is he safe? Did he see a flock of dirty bikes outside and begin hunting them down, never to be seen again? Where did Matt come from? Was he hiding in Daniel's hair? Did he use his allen key wand imbued with National Road Race Champion powers to banish Si to the Land of Unwritten Rules to forever clean extra chain keepers?...Sorry guys, its been a long Wednesday...Oh, Simon's back at 4:24. You should always watch the whole video.

@tritonh5683 Жыл бұрын

omg this is the cardio game i have been looking for.

@ogbonnaroosevelt6895 6 жыл бұрын

I need some help sone everything but just cant get my movement on the Tacx T2900 to be recognised on the ZWIFT app. The app is actually connected via bluetooth.

@NewBeginner27 5 жыл бұрын

I am still trying to find the correct tire size when connecting my speed sensor to zwift. Does anyone has experience using a spinning bike? Which tire size should I use?

@antonchepa90 4 жыл бұрын

Hey guys. Could u recommend some simple speed meter + power meter setup for zwift?(Will it be enough?) I'm using a trainer which not in the list of supported trainers on zwift

@rusty-ole-boomstick1268 2 жыл бұрын

I just came in from a 30 mile bike ride, it rained a bit and then sunshine the rest of the time. Hop on my laptop and scroll through yt before my shower, and I get this cheeky algorithm. Doesn't anyone go outside anymore?

@Kupkaik 6 жыл бұрын

Super excited to get my trainer now!

@NyQuilDonut 5 жыл бұрын

No you're not...

@stephentait8734 5 жыл бұрын

if my pc is connected Via LAN will it work is does it have to be via wifi for it to connect with the app

@vadillo1 6 жыл бұрын

Can you use Zwift with an indoor spinning bike that is equipped with bluetooth connectivity and measures power? What spinning bike models do you recommend if any? Thank you!

@sambrown1779 6 жыл бұрын

Awesome guys. Thanks heaps

@richardbaraniuk9557 2 жыл бұрын

Very well explained!

@hawkeye7862 6 жыл бұрын

I've been on it a week now, it's awesome 😁

@Zwift 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback Hawkeye! Ride On.

@nunyabizniz50 4 жыл бұрын

I have a question. I live in the middle of nowhere which is beautiful riding area but really spotty internet connection at best. Does Zwift work offline? I'm asking can I use it the same way I use Strava upload my ride when I have internet ?

@pocketpupsnet 6 жыл бұрын

Is there inside interactive ride/race program that does not require a subscription?

@andrewwest8418 3 жыл бұрын

Looking at getting wahoo kickr an wanted to use my mobile as a remote like in this video but then stream zwift on my TV also perhaps using my Samsung tablet an a hdmi cable? Is this possible?

@salezman928 6 жыл бұрын

I am going have to try it on rollers its got to be more fun that way

@amandapang858 4 жыл бұрын

Wow,nice. Love it very much.

@cheery-hex 3 жыл бұрын

this thing needs VR goggles!

@billybemus3089 5 жыл бұрын

Where do I go to get the equipment for this. I have no equipment at all so I'm starting from nothing.

@ayalaassaf 3 жыл бұрын

Can you recommend on smart trainers? I'll appreciate recommendation for a range covering liw to high prices.

@craigbarlow550 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, just used Zwift today for the first time, how do you turn off the white writing that keeps coming up with advise etc.

@sergioortiz8219 5 жыл бұрын

If I connect the trainer directly to my PC, will I need an ANT dongle or can it all be done via BLE? Also, for HR I have a Polar strap I bought maybe five years ago. How do I get the HR reading from that to Zwift?

@LorieIrwinRealty 6 жыл бұрын

Will my Apple watch heart rate monitor show up on the Zwift app or will I have to use a chest strap?

@mariovhvanhaesendonck2698 5 жыл бұрын

very nice video ! thx

@lord1999ful 6 жыл бұрын

Do they have any vr goggles compatible with zwift? Can you set up to be a reality visualization instead the little cartoon program? Thank you

@lukethackray 5 жыл бұрын

If you don't have a smart trainer, how does it behave when going up and down hills? I'm guessing you just have to pedal faster and crank up the resistance yourself?

@fabianbv82 6 жыл бұрын

I think you forgot to mentioned that with the App you can see the events and also subscribe in any of them. Additionally, interesting to check the power races web to see the results of the classification and data of a race. Cheers

@butlerville23 6 жыл бұрын

Can’t wait to get mine

@erinlane234 2 жыл бұрын

How do I get my avatar Z-waft to move forward as in pedal because I’m trying everything and my avatar and z whipped does not move my center on my bike to wahoo keeps on losing connection and I have to constantly wake it up even though I’m peddng which should wake it up but somehow it doesn’t can you help me please!

@frogskocinq 6 жыл бұрын

Lots of good stuff, mates. What about the two boxes under the speed and time?

@mikoykoymi3856 5 жыл бұрын

is this compatible with BTWIN inRide 100 trainer with BTWIN ANT+ setup?

@fueledbymusic3 5 жыл бұрын

I had the idea of riding my real bike in the bike trails or the city streets or ANYWHERE. Record the ride on a GoPro, then go home, put my bike on the indoor bike trainer, then play that Gopro video and Ride! It's a way of helping me get the feel of being outside!!!! REALLY COOL! Although, it's nothing like this Zwift, but close enough if we don't have the dollars to buy it yet

@ProSportsMedicine 6 жыл бұрын

Hi... do you need an ANT connection for the Laptop? Just to be sure... if the Watt Bike has Bluetooth is the ANT required??

@claudiotrungadi1042 5 жыл бұрын

what is better for play with zwift/or indoor training air conditioning or ventilation?

@timwalker3987 5 жыл бұрын

Does Zwift give cues for beginners on when to increase resistance on a manual trainer?

@liambeckett-jones8685 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you found this video helpful

@jonblogondrong4792 3 жыл бұрын

How do you project the surroundings on your walls as shown in the advertising?

@KeithAVass 5 жыл бұрын

ANY VIDEOS SPECIFICALLY FOR RECUMBENT TRIKES?

@jorgewashington2981 6 жыл бұрын

Will this work using a Kindle Fire HD? Cheapest Indoor Trainer compatible with this? Thanks.

@idakwiatkowska2862 4 жыл бұрын

Can you also use a stationary bike with zwift? What is important if you choose the one?

@Spankeroo 6 жыл бұрын

As long as I have a speed sensor of some kind, can I use any turbo trainer?

@Terrydowning2 3 жыл бұрын

How does Zwift work with a static bike ( Nero Sports, Bluetooth, Upright Exercise bike) with a friction dial rather than gears? How do you get the GCN kit like I wear on the road?

@alejandrocardona5207 4 жыл бұрын

how do I correctly setup the resistance in my clutch knob in my Jet fluid Pro trainer? My Garmin is showing me lower distance and speed than Zwift. I fell I'm cheating

@frankus9999 5 жыл бұрын

Does this only work with Apple devices for the mobile component? Please say it isn't so.

@ianstewart8301 6 жыл бұрын

Cool! Didn't know they have a Richmond 2015 UCI track! That's great!go RVA

@ianstewart8301 6 жыл бұрын

Benny C Wait, was Peter Sagan actually here for that? ( I was very out of the loop)

@jackhenderson7155 6 жыл бұрын

Great video

@williamtaylor6074 6 жыл бұрын

Would I be okay on rollers with this? And is it worth using on rollers? Also I have a cadence sensor, speed sensor and a hrm, would I be able to connect them all to zwift via a USB dongle?

@alanbell1821 Жыл бұрын

Very very good ,,,do wk out everyday. ,i love it

@jma3686 5 жыл бұрын

Hello,Is it possible to use Zwift only with an Android phone (without a computer)Thx in advnace

@LUCYDIAMONDBOXER1 6 жыл бұрын

7:15 does Matt say "don't forget to like and shit"???😂🤔

@CrazyAboutLife 6 жыл бұрын

SAF1981 heard it :)

@chrisoreilly8235 6 жыл бұрын

It's a good tip. Don't want to interrupt a Zwift race when nature calls.

@MonkeyKing1969 6 жыл бұрын

Definitely does!

@emmetrmeredith 6 жыл бұрын

Definitely did 😂😂

@loganrideout9151 6 жыл бұрын

omg!! I thought the same thing!!

@alanbell1821 Жыл бұрын

Zwift is great fun 200 ftp ,,guess ok for 55yrs. Hopefuls get to 250 and over ,,,gone from under 170

@christianzavanaiu16 6 жыл бұрын

How do you turn left and right? Or does the software do this..?

@edwardlunn6975 5 жыл бұрын

Can you do a zwift video where you compare a power meter and heart rate sensor setup, to a speed,cadence and heart rate sensor setup, and look at the variation in stats for the same loop?

@pierce9128 3 жыл бұрын

Would a speed and cadence sensor be enough to get on swift if you just have a basic trainer

@jfvanschalkwyk 3 жыл бұрын

Can I please ask you to clarify the following?: If I have a smart trainer like Wahoo Kckr 2 or 3 or 4, and a swift account / subscription and a smart TV, can I play swift (and my ride) directly through my smart TV? Or do I have to play it through Apple TV? If I have to go through Apple Tv, do I need the Apple TV box even if I have Apple TV installed as an app on my smart TV...? Or can I play it through my smart phone, Samsung onto my smart TV as they are both connected to the same wifi...?

@rduffy06 2 жыл бұрын

I have my bike and I have my app+account, I don’t have the thing to tell zwift how hard I’m peddling, how much do the things that tell zwift how hard I’m peddling cost?

@foreignlexi9409 5 жыл бұрын

Can the race start on the phone app or does it have to be with computer?

@KunaevNS 6 жыл бұрын

Looks so fun!

@ddew677 6 жыл бұрын

Matt Stephens cruising along at 290W with barely an elevated heart rate #lifegoals

@_jamesrayner_ 5 жыл бұрын

Does the Apple Watch work with Zwift for a hr monitor?

@cyruserickson9085 3 жыл бұрын

Relatively new on Zwift ....on my last 2 rides, my avatar is riding completely out of the saddle. Is this because I hooked up a heart monitor? How do I get him back into the saddle?

@rv3089 6 жыл бұрын

how much am i looking on spending if i only have the bike and the tv?

@gibarasmussen8196 6 жыл бұрын

how to change the type of roller, from free roller to fixed roller on Zwift?

@ValleyGranFondo 6 жыл бұрын

after watching your GCN vid on electronic hacks yesterday, it'd be pretty sweet if there was a way to make the hidden di2 buttons on the hoods be toggle switches for direction changes in Zwift....

@gcn 6 жыл бұрын

Sounds like a challenge for someone clever...🤓

@conradrodriguez7 6 жыл бұрын

Hi I am new to Zwift I signed up my power meters on my heart rate monitor is on I’m ready to go but my writer will not move I’ve been peddling for 10 minutes and he’s bill I can’t get him to move can you tell me what I’m doing wrong