How To Use Zwift | Zwift For Beginners

[@gcn]

What's your favourite way to use Zwift?

[@kiverrussell8369]

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]

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]

We'd have to agree!

[@jimhansen5395]

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]

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

[@savysmilesumtymes]

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

[@thatwildlife5977]

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

[@aenimalewis1764]

@@thatwildlife5977 im stealing it

[@ouarda547]

Totally! I would invest post covid 😉😂

[@Gengu]

Some gyms have them

[@alexm1841]

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]

"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....

[@absurdio]

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

[@hawru2883]

It's "And Share them" but funny haha

[@shaungaynor8898]

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

[@ashkanahmadi]

He does say shit, no?

[@aguyfromnewzealand3392]

​@@ashkanahmadi he says don't forget to like and share too 😅

[@joelklingenberg3271]

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.

[@connieback7577]

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]

Imagine if they integrate VR!

[@elijah1110]

Whos here from coach greg

[@lovelyjubbly87]

You mean the doctor?

[@seev132]

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

[@ElronHumpperdink]

word

[@oscarcanales007]

Same

[@RealtraderStu]

oath

[@andromada2282]

343 days left for trial? nice one GCN!

[@jasonmcgrody9472]

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.

[@svartahridxhgc]

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.

[@ddew677]

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

[@Kackspack0815]

Wow, this guy aged quite a lot in just a few seconds (2:02 - 2:05).😯😉

[@abrahamvinod9804]

That's because they're different people...

[@nerrciss01]

@@abrahamvinod9804 wow, really???

[@kaohsiung99]

@@abrahamvinod9804 Did you not realize it was a joke? SMH

[@icie4u]

Kackspack0815 😆

[@marchanselthomas]

Me too, I realised it a bit later than a normal person would.

[@thomasabbott2277]

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

[@djdrone2223]

50 revolutions per minute, against our bikes

[@SobanBhatti]

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

[@Zwift]

See you on Watopia Soban! Ride On.

[@onepalproductions]

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

[@wondermonkeyoutdoors]

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.

[@lillysworld979]

Loving using Zwift with my Kickr Rollr 😊

[@bradmbridgham]

Anyone using Zwift on wheelchair with sensor on wheel hub? I have rollers for my chair and would like to add Zwift tours and training. Maybe a wheelchair avatar in the future👍

[@scouseness]

im working on something

[@KatBurnsKASHKA]

that would be so cool

[@zapkvr]

I like your thinking.

[@bradmbridgham]

Jordan , any update?

[@alexquinn3148]

That’s so cool!! You should definitely try to push that idea 😄

[@SwedishHouseFifa]

Lasty needs to race, no more procrastination!!

[@hawkeye7862]

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

[@Zwift]

Thanks for the feedback Hawkeye! Ride On.

[@NielsHeldens]

Pro tip: there's this really fun section on the mountain course called 'the Pretzel'. Trust me, you will love it.

[@Zwift]

Have you been up it recently Niels? The recommended amount is 10 Pretzels. Ride On!

[@NielsHeldens]

Zwift I will do it when a certain Dane has done it. Or I will do it with the said Dane.

[@cheery-hex]

this thing needs VR goggles!

[@jaschamuller4790]

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?

[@jtb52]

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

[@Kupkaik]

Super excited to get my trainer now!

[@NyQuilDonut]

No you're not...

[@fueledbymusic3]

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

[@FunnyCatVideos2118]

Love that Matt uses a tool as a pointer

[@kiverrussell8369]

Might've been worth having a brief 30 seconds on hardware - i.e. ant+ usb dongle if using pc or Bluetooth if using iOS on either a power meter, smart trainer or HRM etc.

[@MyDogCricky]

I agree! I have recently started using Zwift and it has been trial and error with a side of frustration. I'm still struggling to get a bluetooth HRM connected.

[@kiverrussell8369]

MyDogCricky Sounds frustrating. My main problem of late has been getting the mobile app to pair when riding (since a recent update) despite being on the same WiFi. To be fair otherwise it has been pretty straight forward - bike, trainer, Garmin speed/cadence/HRM, usb ANT+ dongle into pc where Zwift is installed and HDMI from computer to TV. More recently I have a Bluetooth capable pm so can also just ride with an iPad for a super quick start up but just have to make do with no HR as that's ant+ only in my case.

[@kiverrussell8369]

After a bit of experimentation turning WiFi off and on seems to help when the app isn't playing ball.

[@alexflosho]

The Bike Metaverse

[@LUCYDIAMONDBOXER1]

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

[@CrazyAboutLife]

SAF1981 heard it :)

[@chrisoreilly8235]

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

[@MonkeyKing1969]

Definitely does!

[@emmetrmeredith]

Definitely did 😂😂

[@loganrideout9151]

omg!! I thought the same thing!!

[@Kaergaard]

Lets get schwifty!

[@Kdot_99]

SHOW ME WHAT YOU GOT

[@NielsHeldens]

Kaergaard I TURNED MYSELF INTO A PICKLE MORTY!!

[@panzerveps]

Zwift on the floor

[@corkhead0]

I'M PICKLE ZWIIIIIIFT

[@jamesd5241]

IM PICKLEEE RICKKK

[@rfjohns1]

Are you just casting the video to the TV from your device? Will devices like Chromecast work for this??

[@BJaysMusic]

Yep, that’s what I’d like to know too...

[@ValleyGranFondo]

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]

Sounds like a challenge for someone clever...🤓

[@borissyarov6069]

I really decided to start Zwifting because of this video!

[@norevlimitr1602]

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

[@rusty-ole-boomstick1268]

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?

[@norbertmarx2087]

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

[@JohnnyBlaze357]

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?

[@dewidavies7995]

Great for time trial. No animal problems. No camera s no cars no people walking cross the road.

[@martindaly8683]

Hi guys. I was on a little while back. Well, last week. I mentioned I’m visually impaired and thinking of getting a KICKR and Zwift. I do a lot of research before I start anything. I’ve decided I’m going to get the KICKR. Next thing is Zwift. So, here’s my question. Is it possible to stream from my iPad to a TV. I don’t have an Apple TV. I would go out and but a new cheap tv. I’ve KZbind it and only Apple TV came up. Oh, by the way. Love the channel. And I’m even going to get a new shed for this as well. I’m the only cyclist a house of 6. Keep the good work up.

[@myateem]

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

[@vadillo1]

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!

[@wraith01mg]

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.

[@nebukanezer73]

3:36 I believe it is actually total elevation climbed, not current elevation as Matt says

[@tritonh5683]

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

[@nunyabizniz50]

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 ?

[@timwalker3987]

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

[@nl2935]

Can i use swift on just an android phone?

[@nickferrence8593]

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

[@alanbell1821]

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

[@dr_skipwith]

I just go to my local bike shop and try to push the highest amounts of watts I can on their Zwift setup.

[@lukethackray]

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?

[@pocketpupsnet]

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

[@frogskocinq]

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

[@NateeTongsiri]

"NOT ACCEPTING SUBMISSIONS" wanted to add Thai Subtitle but got - "The video owner hasn't yet enabled community contributions for this video."

[@vegandad7692]

I was onthe fence about shelling out for a direct drive smart or just going for a cheap magnetic, this video clinched it for me. Im going to get the elite direto i think. Hope its a wise choice cause im not made of money. Great vid, I'm excited to try this.

[@vegandad7692]

I got the Direto, I'm avg over 200k/week now. Love it!

[@fabianbv82]

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

[@fish-hawk5903]

Is there an option on Zwift for riding a totally empty road? I have zero interest in competition or company, I just want want realistic scenery and resistance without the UK weather. And can you get rid of all the on-screen data boxes? Maybe I'm looking for a totally different set-up, I've only seen them in Decathlon. I bought the bike six weeks ago and haven't ridden it yet...crap climate.

[@rduffy06]

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?

[@claudiotrungadi1042]

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

[@JulianSchepp]

I love your room! Thanks for the Video!

[@antonchepa90]

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

[@jamescorbishley5696]

Hi. What is the minimum I can spend to allow myself to use zwift? Thanks

[@bgm1911]

Thumbs up for using an allen wrench as a pointer.

[@Terrydowning2]

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?

[@ayalaassaf]

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

[@gabbechico8471]

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

[@Zwift]

Awesome Gabbe!

[@salezman928]

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

[@tonnypalm3204]

Nothing like outdoor cycling 🚵‍♀️

[@richardbaraniuk9557]

Very well explained!

[@idakwiatkowska2862]

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

[@jfvanschalkwyk]

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...?

[@MultiTerpen]

Can you ride real places on gps? Like google maps for example?

[@alexmiller1234]

can you do Zwift if you don't have a Zwift bike

[@TheMarkofJoe]

Thanks GCN very clear. Zwift newbie, first ride tonight on mobile! Perhaps a dedicated mobile App video for people like me who have their bike outside and don't want to invest too much :) ?

[@gcn]

Great suggestion!

[@butlerville23]

Can’t wait to get mine

[@liambeckett-jones8685]

Thank you found this video helpful

[@williamtaylor6074]

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?

[@Huishouden]

What cheap bike do you sugges tme to start riding?

[@justinf1343]

I’ve never understood the fascination with Zwift. For me, the turbo is simply about structured intervals at a percentage of my FTP.

[@TakeshiTakeyama]

could you please tell the specs of the hardware (PC) do you use in this video?

[@akia4528]

If it wasn't so expensive to buy a setup I'd jump head first into this and start cycling

[@gspa072]

Good information guys. Thanks.

[@wildlifesafarisjohannesbur3378]

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

[@MooChimp]

I notice this video's a bit old now - have they added more courses ?

[@TammieM3ENF]

Silly question, but what if you run into someone?!? Or you go off-path/road? I saw some high road on Watopia with high drops... I'd be really nervous about bumping into someone else?!? #newbie #stupidquestion

[@miloes24]

Great Video!! Thanks for sharing!

[@andrewwest8418]

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?

[@pierce9128]

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

[@sergioortiz8219]

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?

[@Spankeroo]

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

[@alexanderbeisel6584]

Hello guys, I am using a speed sensor from a bike computer "Cmeilan" from China. Would they suit for Zwift? Those sonsors work via ANT+ (BLE4.0) and contain speed sensor and cadenc sensor as well. Thank you in advance for your respons!

[@billybemus3089]

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

[@ProSportsMedicine]

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

[@frankus9999]

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

[@girigiri519]

Can I use my Trek FX1 hybrid on this trainer?

[@Outdoor_MED]

Is there MTB trails?

[@nikkiljames]

Can you advise, or do a video on, the noise levels of the various turbo trainers. Living in a 1st Floor flat I do have consider my neighbours. Cheers

[@poppe076]

I'd like this too. I was amazed how quiet their trainer was. When I'm on mine I have to put in headphones just to watch tv.

[@Zwift]

Hi Nicola, check out the Zwift Riders group on Facebook, there's plenty of great discussions there! Ride On.

[@simonknowles4267]

Nice clip in Matt.....

[@simonknowles4267]

Does this meas I win a GCN bottle....please... Please.

[@ebonygibson4333]

Simon Knowles I

[@williamingersoll6972]

Do I need a "Smart" trainer or bike to use Zwift? If I use a "non-smart" bike what kind of sensors do I need?

[@JSB1729]

Looks so fun!