EPIC ZWIFT RACE (with TEAM KABOOM)

[@RyanCondon]

If you would like to be part of a future race like this then please follow me on Instagram. Insta - instagram.com/ryancondonpics/

[@Gledii]

not using insta or twitter :P but if you post here i might be able to join,...if a cat C is also welcome :)

[@RyanCondon]

@@Gledii no worries, will do.

[@Morehills840]

I leaned a lot about Zwift racing by watching the race. Thanks to everyone involved.

[@jamesmason4453]

J. Mason here! What a race it was! You lads dropped me right at the end! Finished 11th! Need to get a proper set up as currently using a dumb trainer.. lol

[@RyanCondon]

It was great to race with you J. Mason 😉

[@rmeigh]

J. Mason, I towed you up to Ryan at the start. We both got dropped by the mega start sprint. I felt a bit concerned (for Ryan) towing a D up. You stuck to me like glue though. Great effort.

[@hansdekkers4341]

Good to see that cycling still is about fun and community!!

[@RyanCondon]

And it will for as long as I'm involved. 🙌

[@CaedmonCycling]

That was awesome! You are such a captivating storyteller which makes these videos and your journey so enjoyable to watch. It makes all us viewers feel like we’re part of it all. Cheers and hope to see you out there again soon 🎉

[@RyanCondon]

Thanks Caedmon! I appreciate that compliment. I'm pleased you liked the vid and thanks for pulling me along. 🙌 Awesome experience.

[@everydayzwifter]

Good riding @caedmoncycling. I saw a few times tou were really watching out for Ryan when others were further away.

[@AndrewTSq]

sorry for stealing the comment here, I enjoyed Ryans videos so much I got a Zwift subscription :) but I have a big problem that I am desperate to get help with. My trainer (Elite Direto) works great when I do like a FTP test, resistance goes up and down as it should, but when I do a group ride, and it says "pedal assist will end in 1 sec" and so on, I can not go any faster? I just put out like 80watt no matter how much I pedal. Is there some button I need to press to go faster? I can not find any info in the menus or anything lol. Or Do I need to get the $99 controller to be able to shift in the game or something?. Sorry for derailing :(

[@everydayzwifter]

@@AndrewTSq possibly erg mode is still on? Don't know how. Reach out to zwift forums. Smart Zwift staff there and others can help.

[@RyanCondon]

@@AndrewTSq it's ok Andrew. Sounds like you've got the trainer left in ERG mode maybe. I'm not a expert. I'd 100% recommend joining the Zwifties Discord and asking this question in their "Nerd" section. They will know how to help you. discord.com/invite/TvmmH4Dh

[@paceline]

This is the most wholesome Zwift video I've ever watched

[@RyanCondon]

That's awesome to hear. 🙌 Thanks for watching.

[@MarkyMarkZwifts]

Great racing Ryan, you really gave it everything! It was awesome to be a part of it and great to see the race from your perspective - bring on the next one! 👊💪💪💪

[@RyanCondon]

Cheers Mark. It was awesome to have you part of it. 🙏🙌

[@everydayzwifter]

LOL! Did you know how hard he was feeling it?

[@RyanCondon]

@@everydayzwifter they knew. They just like to push the suffering. 😅

[@relentlessforwardprogress]

L.Williams checking in! I kept up for a while but also went too hard at the start, then got dropped and ended up going 2/3rds of the race completely on my own, just behind your group and ahead of the next group. I didn't realise it was a mass start until too late when I'd already been trying to keep up with the As for a couple of minutes...DOH!

[@zyphod]

As a very keen Zwifter (been doing it for a few years now) and recently found your channel I was amazed by your story. I have been playing catch up on your videos and watched in amazement on how you have been progressing...And then this! .....I'm sixty six and thought I was reasonably fit for my age but you damn near gave me a heart attack watching this!!! You can't leave it like it is you have to carry on and win...You've inspired this old geezer to take part in your next adventure and least do my own PB.

[@RyanCondon]

Thanks Zyphod! Comments like these are why I make these vids. 🙏💪

[@rmeigh]

Was a pleasure to give you a draft :) I’m RMeigh. I also managed to bridge to the very front of the field. The front group has 3 or so Ds, who all got dropped on the aqueduct. You would have been reeling them in very quickly.

[@RyanCondon]

Thanks for your help my friend. 🙌

[@chadquadhamer5577]

AWESOME!!! That is what ZWIFT is.

[@Jonathan-dn9dn]

The start makes so much more sense now😂 great ride all, enjoyed the vid and behind the scense shenanigans 😅

[@RyanCondon]

Haha... All my starts are rediculous.

[@scottmccann4509]

First comment from someone who actually watched the video first 😜...........What about hiring the "A" team to get you a win in a "D" race, comms open, sprint start. If anyone holds on group comms sprint again later to drop them and then pulled in like Pogacar in the Tour for the glory.........then go for a solo win another time 😂

[@RyanCondon]

Anyone could have latched on. Nothing I did was restricted to me. You're right about them being the A team though.... They are good!

[@Jono01]

Great racing Ryan. Seeing Zwifty and his crew work for you was great to see. 😊

[@RyanCondon]

They did well. 😅 Thanks for watching. 🙌

[@AdventureswithLenny1]

Well done lad, great to watch this! You’ll smash it soon

[@Spin90]

What a superb group of guys. That is a true chapeau to you all for your drafting and strategy. Ryan, love your vids and keep it up!

[@RyanCondon]

Thanks Nick. Pleased you enjoyed the vid.

[@stripe2204]

Great video Ryan, great effort and fantastic teamwork from the support group. Love this!

[@RyanCondon]

Thank you 🙌

[@jeremymcbride8729]

Mate this was hectic!!! You are a massive inspiration Ryan. So good that the lads got on Discord and helped you out. Well done mate. Bloody, well done.

[@RyanCondon]

Cheers Jeremy. 👍

[@stevecoward2095]

Great video fella! Glad to be involved in the race and really looking forward to next time. That win is definitely in the post for you sir!

[@RyanCondon]

Cheers Steve. Welldone on your position aswell. 💪

[@stevecoward2095]

@@RyanCondon Cheers mate, mine ended up getting removed from Zwift Power for putting out to many watts per kilo through the race. Zwift still recommends Cat D but next time I think I’ll have to go the Cat C. But mate, you got all those riders together for that race and it was an absolute blinder. Can’t wait for next time!

[@compdesphil]

Fantastic - restores my faith in humanity! 😂

[@BLachance75]

Great job, it was fun trying to help you along the way. I wouldn’t have gotten on the bike last Friday if you hadn’t posted about the race. You’ll get a win on of these days. Please announce future rides like this on here as well as insta and twitter. I don’t use either and I’d miss the ride.

[@RyanCondon]

Hey! One of my saviours. 😅 I really appreciate your staying back to help me. Ride on sir! 💪

[@MrPedel]

Great video, Ryan! I know these guys - they’re always happy to help; as long as you’re working hard yourself. And man, you were working hard. Always a pleasure to see people just pedalling out of their skin because they get caught up in some sort of mission. Pleasure to watch

[@RyanCondon]

Thanks Thomas! The best bit was when I was at max capacity and both Darren and Rob tell me that we need to push as we've all recovered. 😅 Awesome experience.

[@3WalkingPoles]

Great result and good fun. Seeing now that Kaboomers took good care of you, you don't really need rest of us. Good luck in the future. 1st place is a matter of time. 👍

[@RyanCondon]

Everyone that joined made that video. 🙏

[@richardroberts6922]

This is a brilliant watch Ryan, what a great bunch of guys! 😁Me and a couple of friends are planning on starting racing together and this is inspiring stuff to watch as we get ready for it. Fantastic! Keep it coming.

[@RyanCondon]

Thanks Richard. I had alot of fun making this vid. 🙏

[@jamietardi-zp8zd]

That was awesome to watch, such a fun watch! Let use know in advance when the next one is and im happy to drag you round!

[@RyanCondon]

Will do. Cheers. 🙌

[@PaulZwifts]

Brilliant video and an awesome effort! The Kaboom lot are a great bunch!

[@RyanCondon]

Thanks. 🙌 They definitely are!

[@R.T_Go_Your_Own_Way]

Great ride Ryan. That was a really fun ride, there was a good deal of plotting and scheming behind the scenes as you saw when you read the discord chat, glad we could of been part of it.

[@RyanCondon]

Mate! I was blown away by the support. Unbelievable kindness. You guys are awesome! Plus it was a really fun ride.

[@GeorgAndTheBike]

What a great video and perfect storytelling 😎 I am super happy to see you racing with so many fellow Kaboomer's

[@RyanCondon]

Thanks Georg. They pulled out all the stops.

[@wanderingincircles2019]

That was a fun one to watch! I saw your post, but already had a race scheduled (can’t remember, ZRL or Ladder race), so didn’t make the race you were in. Great effort in the race!

[@RyanCondon]

Thanks for watching. 🙏

[@lee-cycling]

This was so cool to see from your side, Ryan. Stonking bit of content. And you gave it everything, which is always how you seem to tackle challenges, and one of the reasons I think a lot of people like following you. And 4th place? Nice 👌

[@RyanCondon]

Cheers Lee. Max effort... only way to fly! Thanks for watching it my friend.

[@the_joe_reynolds_foundation]

Nice work, man! That was fun. And I think the first win I got was from a multi-cat race. It's a solid tactic! Definitely try that move again.

[@RyanCondon]

Cheers Joe. Will do 💪

[@JB-np4lp]

Great effort! This is what I love about Zwift; The teamwork on WTRL is incredible and keeps me coming back for more. Not sure about the ‘stop pedalling’ advice though, better to spin lightly to help flush lactic acid build-up. Look forward to more vids. 👍

[@RyanCondon]

Thanks JB. I appreciate the comment. I'm pleased you liked the vid. 🙏

[@kevinjosling155]

Great bit of racing action!

[@Richard-wp6wx]

Fantastic effort Ryan, and so so cool to se you working with a team. Have a great Saturday Ryan. Love your Videos mate :)

[@RyanCondon]

Cheers Richard. 🙌

[@mudbone59]

Awesome video and great race! You left everything out on the course.

[@RyanCondon]

And more. I was dead after. Enioyed it. 💪

[@jamesmckinney9639]

That was f****** AWESOME!!!! I will be following your other socail media accounts and hope to join a future event. Your journey and documentation of it are truly inspiring.

[@RyanCondon]

Cheers James. Thats awesome.

[@RoyImahara]

Welcome to team tactics and community racing. Great synopsis and voiceovers too. Kaboom and Zwifty are all a bunch of great humans.

[@RyanCondon]

They did a great job, didn't they!?

[@RoyImahara]

@@RyanCondon All of you did great. Your effort level made the entire event work great

[@stevengivler3130]

That is the coolest thing I’ve seen on KZbin. Well done to you and the team.

[@RyanCondon]

That's what I like to hear. 😅🙏 Cheers Steven! 🙌

[@phil_d]

It was a pleasure to ride/race with you Ryan. I lost you at the start (I ended up ahead with a fast Cat C group) but ultimately the Ryan train stormed passed me the last 2km and you finished a few places ahead of me. Your train was an awesome sight of strength and teamwork!!

[@RyanCondon]

It was all them. I was holding on for dear life. Thanks for racing. That lead pack was fast, you did well to hold on. 💪

[@ryancraig2795]

You're famous, mate. I would have joined you if I knew about it and could make it. Not to get all sappy, but you've inspired me to keep on, and I'm sure I'm not the only one.

[@RyanCondon]

Cheers Ryan. I really appreciate that! (not that I'm sappy either) Ill setup another one soonish.

[@rolandhoward8421]

That race was brutal, but great fun to take part in! You’ll be kicking my butt soon!

[@RyanCondon]

I'm too busy kicking my own but atm. It was a brutal race. 😅

[@evilstef667]

nice catch up at Pont du Gard aka aqueduc , was waiting for you , me Evilstef

[@rolandhoward8421]

@@evilstef667 cheers! Nice to get some Rhino help!

[@koromuri97]

That was brilliant Ryan, I was breathing out my arse just watching...how the hell your lead group were able to chat away on discord as if it were a ride down to the shops, amazing..

[@RyanCondon]

All A's and B's... They didn't break a sweat. Many jumped on races afterwards. 😅 I'm pleased you enjoyed the vid. 🙏

[@martinstewart2403]

That was phenomenal. So exciting

[@RyanCondon]

My fav race so far!

[@Toxicberg13]

That was AWESOME! Ryan you are awesome I would love to race with you next time. We should make a team. Great inspiration!

[@RyanCondon]

Thanks. 🙌

[@AndrewBrown-em3ti]

Absolutely beautiful stuff, amazing effort. Zwift Royalty escort…epic race, well done.

[@RyanCondon]

Thanks Andrew. 🙌

[@geocr1]

That was fantastic to watch, good luck for next time

[@RyanCondon]

Thanks. 👍

[@psymanj73]

Cracking racing, cracking teamwork, cracking effort and cracking fun! 🎉 Wish I could have been part of it. Super strong, Ryan! 💪 🚲

[@RyanCondon]

Cheers Simon. 🙌

[@tathh2531]

Great stuff Ryan (and the team). I'd have blown up and abandoned about half way. Pity I work nights as if I was available I'd have joined in and just ridden as far and fast as I could to pull you along and then fallen off the bike 😉

[@RyanCondon]

Thanks. I appreciate that. I did blow up, I rode that whole ride at max. 😅

[@adrianstevens21]

Awesome captivating video! So CoooooooooooL!!!!!😊

[@evilstef667]

Evilstef the guy on the Safety checking in , was great fun and hopefully gave you enough draft - best line by Rob : how you re feeling Ryan - you : I m dying - Rob: good

[@RyanCondon]

That was definitely the best quote of the race. 🤣

[@davidsharp6866]

So awesome Ryan! You rock!!!

[@RyanCondon]

You too. 👍

[@alecjohnson4630]

That was by far the best most exciting race I’ve watched on KZbin I was on the edge of my seat you’re a star ryan

[@RyanCondon]

Thanks Alec. Im pleased you enjoyed it. 🙏

[@hrpzwift945]

What an effort - Well done - btw I recommend the Zwift play controllers for powerups and steering

[@RyanCondon]

I do need to buy them don't I!? Thanks for the watch and the comment. 🙌

[@petervonl]

These videos are SOOO much fun. I’m cheering my lungs out for you every time, but I hope you don’t win anytime soon 😬❤️👍 RIDE ON!

[@RyanCondon]

Thanks but why don't you want me to win? 😅

[@petervonl]

I don’t want the fun to end. But I just realised, I’m likely gonna scream at you all the way to your first cat A win@@RyanCondon

[@stefa6348]

holy cow that was exciting, a total new dimension to your videos, congratulations. Maybe you should start your own Zwift event it looks like quite some people will join you (????)

[@RyanCondon]

Cheers Stef. It was exciting.

[@Alan-Turnbull]

Great riding with you Ryan, good to see you got a good workout and most of all had fun 😁. Whenever you want pacing in a group ride I’m sure one or many of us would be happy to jump in 👍

[@RyanCondon]

Hey Alan. I'm pleased you liked the vid. Thanks for being part of it and helping me. 🙌

[@DomestiqueKoch]

Very nice to see you try the tactic i mentioned before and seeing you give it a go! For me this was the way to win. Another thing that was in my advantage was more climb meters eventhough i am an TT rider. Just by bluffing uphill i managed to break my biggest competitors. Anyways great video once again.

[@RyanCondon]

Thanks. I did say I'd try it. 😅

[@DomestiqueKoch]

Man of his words! 👊

[@TheGamingLander]

Cool video Ryan One question how did you get the dt Swiss wheels??

[@RyanCondon]

Bought them in the drop shop.

[@kevstephen9393]

I was left at the start line looking for you 😂 22:44. Who's that? That would be moi

[@RyanCondon]

Next time!

[@demonsteps]

Im just stunned that you came in rigtg behind me. I honestly thought I had a much bigger gab! But nop, you must have had a huge sprint left in you, when we got to the finish line. Rdy to race with u again 😁

[@RyanCondon]

You're too kind. My sprint was non existent 😅 I just kept up with the A and B train pulling me along. 🚂

[@dewidavies7995]

Great video thanks amazing well done 👏 😊

[@RyanCondon]

Thanks!

[@michaels1381]

Congratulations on a excellent job!

[@RyanCondon]

Thank you 🙌

[@gearmonger8616]

Great idea, let us know when you race this type of race again. Would be happy to ride with you. You are the Russell Brand of lower Cat cycling, love ya! This was a great showing for the race - The human race that is!

[@RyanCondon]

Cheers! I appreciate that but Not sure about the Russell Brand bit though 😅

[@gearmonger8616]

That's a poor American compliment. It only pertains to style of speaking and passion for what you do. You are obviously someone I would ask to give my daughter a rider home (major character checkmark for me as a father) - the other guy, NO way. Hope that clears it up.@@RyanCondon

[@nikblyth8047]

Great video Ryan. I'd seen that you were entering this race on the companion app and was going to jump in with you. Wish I had now. Will keep an eye out on companion for you.

[@RyanCondon]

Thanks. It was a good race.

[@miss_fit]

I love your videos Ryan!!!

[@RyanCondon]

Cheers Morgan. 🙏💪 I really appreciate that. 🙏

[@CBRMackie63]

That was awesome...I would have loved to have taken part of that. Unfortunately, I'm not on Instagram or twitter so I wouldn't have seen the call. Great job to you and the crew There is a tactic I use to get others to slow down...one of your A or B cats should have gone ahead to slow the others down.

[@RyanCondon]

I announced it on YT aswell. There will be another one soon. A B rider was in the lead pack trying to slow them. Thanks for watching. 🙏

[@CBRMackie63]

@@RyanCondon ok, I was subscribed but didn't have notifications on...I'll get alerted the next time.

[@everydayzwifter]

Great ride! Boy did they have you working! I reckon a bit easier off the start would leave more in the tank for later. You got too gassed of the start. And there were a couple of times you got isolated with no draft. With these changes, you have every opportunity to podium.

[@RyanCondon]

They were relentless but awesome all at the same time. 🤣

[@sethcycle4591]

KABOOM!

[@heldersousa8056]

Hey Ryan, love your channel, and this one was EPIC! I'm sure that someone told you about the Companion App rignt? You can activate the power upps with it, give it a try :) I would love to participade in the race but i can't be competetive even in the Cat D, I would need a lower one ;), looking foward for the next video. Keep up with the great work.

[@RyanCondon]

Thanks Helder. I'm pleased you liked the vid. I would say that if I can be competitive then anyone can. There is always someone to try and keep up with even if you can't yet get in to the lead pack.

[@OnaTechMike]

Fantastic effort, Ryan! I'd love to take part in the operation to help you.

[@RyanCondon]

Join the next race.

[@bendawson8601]

Gutted I missed this. Next time for sure.

[@rmeigh]

Did you use your powerup before the banner at about 26:30? Another thing which will make you faster is bike and wheel choice as you level up. Really happy you have caught the bug!

[@RyanCondon]

Thanks. I do need to invest in a better bike and wheels. No I forgot to use the power up. Standard for me.

[@Gixer750pilot]

Watching this again for second time . I’m laughing at my messages on Zwift . I must apologise as I was using hands free and with the noise of my fan and being out of breath , it mis heard me . I’m hoping you get that win before you get bumped up to Cat C !! That would be bitter sweet .

[@RyanCondon]

Thanks Gixer. I saw your messages and I appreciate the support. I have a good vid coming this week. 😅

[@P.Svendsen]

Was good fun, though the split at the beginning was brutal 😅 maybe the KZbin fame effect? Turned out good though 👍 I still maintain you could hang with the middle of the road cat C and racing with you has only confirmed this belief for me😊 Good job, and congratulations on your progress 💪

[@RyanCondon]

Thanks. That sprint start destroyed me. I'd do it again though.

[@P.Svendsen]

@@RyanCondon honestly it did a number on alot of us i think 😅

[@svenpoelmans3688]

Me sitting on the couch screaming at the TV that he needs to stop pedalling downhill

[@RyanCondon]

You're not the only one! ;)

[@thesbman]

I set a goal of zwifting 6 days a week. This video really motivated me.

[@RyanCondon]

Good luck in your goal. I'm pleased you enjoyed my vid.

[@Gixer750pilot]

First I was waiting for!!! I can only be first in the comments. 😂 I enjoyed watching that !!!! I didn’t realise there was a discord group for this !!! Let’s do it again. One thing I will say , is if you look at the power band for each group , CATD has the widest spread compared to A B C . You finished several minutes ahead of me and I don’t think I should be int he same cat at you . I should be in cat E and there should be a cat F . The spread is far too wide . Cat D is a hard cat to win

[@RyanCondon]

D is hard to win, you're right but I disagree you're not able to keep up with me. I'm just getting better at drafting and I get dropped on hills as still too heavy. You should join their discord. 👍

[@patbriggsmbr]

Well done👍👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@RyanCondon]

Cheers 💪

[@DontGetDroppedCycling]

Forrrreal I can’t believe I was not free for this last week! 😢

[@RyanCondon]

We need to do a race together Erik. 💪

[@DontGetDroppedCycling]

@@RyanCondon Thursday or Friday same time or one hour earlier and I’m down.

[@alecjohnson4630]

I wish I’d known about this I would have definitely joined

[@RyanCondon]

Ill setup another one, keep an eye out. 👍

[@alecjohnson4630]

⁠​⁠@@RyanCondonI’ve followed you on insta I’ll keep an eye out for sure

[@miss_fit]

Me too I’m bummed I missed this 😢 Definitely interested in the next one!

[@alecjohnson4630]

I’ve followed you on insta I’ll keep my eyes peeled😁

[@Paul-s4i]

Superb 👏

[@03lepavouxc1]

Absolutely awesome effort 👍🏼 I would love to join up for a race/assist (B Cat) love your videos man

[@RyanCondon]

Thanks Dan. I appreciate that.

[@AnselmodaSilva]

We need 1) Ryan’s Team 2) new race soon

[@RyanCondon]

Anyone is welcome to latch on in the race. 💪🏎️

[@garethbutton]

Amazing!! I want to race with you! Ive gone back to cat D, doing a video on it. If you could share your recording process that would be a great video

[@RyanCondon]

I think how I record is pretty standard. Would it be beneficial to share do you think!?

[@garethbutton]

@@RyanCondon I think so. I did one but had tech issues. Tried another earlier this week and it went a bit wrong but I’ve worked out a reliable way. So I’m using Apple TV and MacBook. I’ve now worked out MacBook playing game recording screen stops for some odd reason. However recording the Apple TV using Macbook using QuickTime seems to work. Only downside is the graphics aren’t as detailed but guess it may be ok. Are you using a PC?

[@garethbutton]

@@RyanCondon more importantly would be ace to race with you great video yet again!!

[@RyanCondon]

@@garethbutton I switched over to recording on main PC and Zwift app for this exact reason. You should join the Zwifties Discord and ask the guys on there how they record. They're streaming experts.

[@garethbutton]

@@RyanCondon thanks

[@shanegreen2583]

Looked like a big group behind you on previous race and when they gather speed they just eat people up. Great work though

[@dewidavies7995]

Can I join this race only now seeing this now. 😊

[@trailrunningphil]

Look.. just stop pedaling... ok?! ;)

[@markfawbert2991]

I think I prefer watching Ryan on Zwift than I do watching pro cycling... That said, I'm glad you didn't get the win... Sitting in the draft of an organised team of superior riders to beat solo riders isn't cricket. That said, amazing effort getting everybody in the race and behind you. But, as I said, for me it's got to be off your own bat. Getting your Dad to do your homework doesn't help you.

[@RyanCondon]

What if your friends could also get your Dad to do their homework too? Everything I did could and was done by anyone else racing. Any of the other D's could have sprinted hard off the start (and many did) and any of them could have latched on with me (like a few) did. I'm pleased you enjoyed it though, good thing I'm not a pro and it's all in the spirit of having fun and keeping fit.

[@markfawbert2991]

@@RyanCondon Absolutely Ryan. I'm a fan. But for me Zwift is a physical challenge, not a " how many mates can I make on Social media challenge". That said, building a community as you have done, is someone to be admired as is clearly beneficial to your physical and mental health, which is a win. But for me, that's different from a race win. But perhaps ultimately it's the former win and not the latter that you're really seeking..... And who can criticise that?