r/Zwift • • 6d ago

Discussion The weekly 'No Stupid Questions' post - Sun 18 Oct 2026.

8 Upvotes

This is the weekly 'No Stupid Questions' post for all the small questions that you have concerning Zwift. No matter how stupid you think they are, we have probably all asked these questions.

If your post wasn't previously answered you should post early in this thread as it might have been posted too late (new posts start Sunday 0900 GMT).

Note: Don't be afraid to ask questions during the week, this is just for the simpler questions. For example "How do I give multiple ride ons at once? "..."You do this by pressing the character arrow on the map screen of the companion app". If you require a more detailed response then it is probably better answered in its own post.


r/Zwift • • 14h ago

The arrival of Watt Lock

91 Upvotes

Does what was promised, and works well.

A great tool if you want to watch live cycling on your tablet while cruising at a fixed wattage - my main use case, I think.

One thing, though. To lock your watts the Watt Lock icon, a padlock, has to be set to 'open'. If you click on it so that the icon shows a closed padlock the Watt Lock is disabled.

So an unlocked padlock indicates locked watts while a locked padlock indicates unlocked watts.

Sorry but that's dumb.


r/Zwift • • 1h ago

What does it mean?

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• Upvotes

I am a beginner with Zwift, sorry for the silly question. Three green jerseys—I won three sprints. But how should this be interpreted? Against myself? Within an hour? On a given day?


r/Zwift • • 11h ago

Shouldn't there be a jersey for 'most aggressive rider' in Zwift races?

15 Upvotes

Nice way to reward those who do a lot of pulling. And it could carry extra XP.


r/Zwift • • 19h ago

New Companion App

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43 Upvotes

I didn’t think this update was due until later on this month?


r/Zwift • • 1d ago

Set Up Saturday This year I finally pulled the trigger

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102 Upvotes

This year I didnt want to only freeze outside so I got myself the smart Ride v2 bunde + a table and a wahoo headwind.

Really happy and im having a Great time. Wish I would have gotten it sooner


r/Zwift • • 1h ago

Question about the app

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I’m new to the app and wondering how the thumbs up works? If someone gives me a thumbs up as they pass, is that something they have to go out of their way to do or is it automatic?


r/Zwift • • 18h ago

Zwift Ride V2 with TacX Neo 2

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25 Upvotes

Working great. Virtual shifting good. Just install 12mm end caps and use the longer skewer.


r/Zwift • • 1d ago

This came in the mail yesterday!

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140 Upvotes

I am a mountain biker, not a roadie; so I'm very new to this..but I'm very excited about my new hobby!


r/Zwift • • 1d ago

Zwift Teases “Wild Isles” Watopia Expansion Routes

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84 Upvotes

r/Zwift • • 1h ago

Hardware What do you put under your trainer on carpet?

• Upvotes

I just got the Kickr V6 and noticed that it’s pretty unstable when putting it directly on carpet, plus I don’t want it to leave indents. I’ve seen some people use plywood, but I’m hoping to find something similar that just aesthetically looks a little better.

I’ve seen some rigid interlocking tiles options online, but not sure if they’re a good option on carpet since they might shift around. Any ideas?


r/Zwift • • 5h ago

Discussion Best Mat for 2nd Floor Usage

2 Upvotes

I just received my Zwift (Wahoo cog and Zwift Ride) a few days ago. My wife is unhappy about the sounds it produces throughout the house (I’m using it on the 2nd floor and the floor is wood). I’m looking for options for mats that will dampen the sounds as much as possible. Part of having this setup is to ride it whenever I want especially when everyone is sleeping without disturbing anyone. Thoughts?! Thanks guys!


r/Zwift • • 8h ago

Discussion What are your go-to shows and movies to watch while zwifting

3 Upvotes

My buddy and I both zwift. We've always traded TV shows and Movies to watch. Just curious what the zwift community considers their go-to shows and movies?


r/Zwift • • 5h ago

Discussion What trainer would you go with October 2026?

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I think my saris h3+ is dying a slow death again. this is my second time with the saris h3 and im tired of issues after 2 years of riding

if you were to choose a new trainer for riding inside with 12 speed or also the zwift cog which would you choose

i do have a rocker plate if that matters as well.

thanks


r/Zwift • • 1d ago

Auf geht's

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36 Upvotes

r/Zwift • • 3h ago

Discussion Any alternative tablet holders besides the zwift one for the Ride v2?

0 Upvotes

I’m about to drop $1299 on a zwift ride v2 with kickr core and I’m fine with it? But cant seem to get past the $50 for the tablet holder lol. Silly I know. Are there any other alternatives that aren’t crazy over priced?


r/Zwift • • 1d ago

Discussion Indoor vs Outdoor

37 Upvotes

So the weather has changed and my outdoor bike is stabled for the winter. I did my first Zwift ride (on my Zwift Ride!) since the spring yesterday. I'm sore!

I find that outdoors I'm happily doing 1.5-2.5 hours of riding. Yesterday I did just 45 minutes of Zwift. Similar HR to outdoor riding, but it feels so much more intense -- higher gear and higher cadence. I was staggering when I came off the bike, and today I feel it in my hamstrings.

For others who do Zwift in the offseason, do you find the same? Somehow you find yourself going harder and shorter indoors? That Zwift feels like a workout whereas outdoor feels like an activity?

And yes obviously I could ease up in Zwift, but the game mechanics seem to push you to going hard.

To be clear, this isn't a complaint. Just an observation.


r/Zwift • • 1d ago

Just showing off This week I crossed 1000h of Zwifting since starting in April 2023

67 Upvotes

Zwift is my main means of training. I do outside riding as well, but I have 2 kids under 2, so time outside is limited.

It's needless to say that I love Watopia 😎


r/Zwift • • 11h ago

Tacx satori

1 Upvotes

Hi all

Bit of advice please - I have a Tacx satori which I set in my shed. It’s on a wooden floor with a mat and the rumbling noise is a bit too much. Is there anything I can do/getto damped the noise?


r/Zwift • • 21h ago

Honest thoughts

5 Upvotes

Considering joining Zwift to support with training (joints are not loving big mile run weeks so looking to integrate)
Previously balanced running with CrossFit but looking to improve endurance - honest thoughts? Pros and cons?


r/Zwift • • 23h ago

Need help setting up older shimano 105

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5 Upvotes

I'm using this older bike as my indoor trainer. I'm trying to figure out how to set up these brakes. To me it looks like these brakes need to be slid down the bars a bit. Google searching didn't help.


r/Zwift • • 1d ago

Bike and drops question

5 Upvotes

Hi I’m new to zwift. I’m saving for a better in game bike. Should I save up to 1m drops for the canyon aeroad? I’m thinking about getting a TT bike instead but I don’t know what the difference is in game. I assume you can’t race with one or the other in specific races.

Should I buy the aero zwift bike?
Will the aero bikes help with gaining drops quicker?
What’s the true benefits of getting an aero bike instead a virtual game?

I’m lvl 15 now with about 760k drops


r/Zwift • • 1d ago

Discussion Friendly & Social Teams

4 Upvotes

Looking for some friendly & social teams to try help me get back into Zwift.

I enjoy all types of rides; racing to recovery


r/Zwift • • 21h ago

Technical help 2 Q’s: Sound? Form?

2 Upvotes

First time on the Zwift. Super fun, but I have two questions for the group:

  1. Is the sound normal? Louder than I expected, curious what others have experienced.

  2. Looking for feedback on my form and fit on the bike - any adjustments you’d recommend?


r/Zwift • • 1d ago

Am I dumb? Where did my u-turn selection go?

3 Upvotes

I'm using an Apple TV 4K (an older one) and I just did a Zwift update before I rode today. I no longer have the u-turn function on-screen when I swipe up on the remote or on the companion app. Am I missing something?