Zwift Games | Loop De Loop | Huge Sprint | Tips & Tactics | Cat B

Kaboom Cycling Madness - and Pete from HCT - take on Stage 1 of Zwift Games.
We went in with a loose plan, but this was a large field and anything could happen. I provide voice commentary sharing the thoughts behind my race decisions.
Unfortunately, I didn't pick up the audio of the team chat, but to hear all the excitement and DS guidance, head over to ‪@ZwiftyZwifter‬ live stream of this event....just make sure to turn your speakers down for the finish.
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[@Alan-Turnbull]

Brilliant result, I approve of that sprint 👌

[@marclovessurfing5155]

Great race and love the race tactics comments, great job!

[@the_joe_reynolds_foundation]

I gotta agree with Romeo. Anyone faster than me is obviously cheating.

[@brendancycling12]

Great result! Excited to race the next races!

[@MrPedel]

I want to be a bit subdued here, so as to not give away how much winning in this game actually means to us adult humans, and I AM ABSOLUTELY DELIGHTED FOR YOU! May you be covered in honey and champagne by your surroundings as a symbol of your godliness 🙏

[@stevej_on_your_MTB]

😆Yes indeed! Thank you, Thomas. I'm going to bask in that honey and champagne for as long as possible, at least until I next get dropped or my Wife gets bored of Rob's video. You forever have the Danish Championships stream and that epic breakaway. 💪

[@ArcticZwifter]

Brilliant video and a fantastic sprint! Congratulations!! 10/10 ⭐Kaboom!

[@stevej_on_your_MTB]

Thanks, AZ. it was so much fun having so many KCM riders all rooting for each other.

[@appleseeds11]

Brilliant racing and great analysis. Congratulations on the win!

[@stevej_on_your_MTB]

😁Thanks Jonathan, your lead up the KoM up helped, even though I did lose your wheel at the top, and you were right there at the final sprint too.

[@crankandsprints]

Absolutely amazing results 👏 which such a incredible amount of people in the bunch. Also even better because you ride at the front 🎉

[@stevej_on_your_MTB]

Thanks, Rodrigo. I was feeling good going into this race. I'm still not sure where that sprint came from. :)

[@specialblorb]

Great race Steve! Nice use of power when it matters (in particular sitting in and recovering when possible and then hammering the sprint finish :)). Useful commentary in the video 👍

[@stevej_on_your_MTB]

I thought I might have used the van a little too early, but it worked out almost perfect timing. There's definitely an element of efficiency to the game. I'm feeling much more confident in recent weeks knowing when to let off the power and conserve fuel to use at the pinch points of races. Hoping, viewers can take some tips as I have from watching other races videos.

[@stevej_on_your_MTB]

Also, congratulation on your result too. I knew from the voice chat, you were giving everything to get up the KoM but wasn't sure how close it was until I saw Rob's stream. Huge effort from you 💪

[@R.T_Go_Your_Own_Way]

I'm envious of you drifting uncomfortably close to the front on the downhill without pedalling. Outstanding performance Steve, such a win against a high caliber B field. Congrats.

[@stevej_on_your_MTB]

Thanks RT, yes, I think my weight and height has aerodynamic benefits. I knew it was good for something. I should probably add to the commentary to be careful if you are on the lighter side. Although I'm envious of your wkg 🤣 Congrats on your result today in A cat!

[@TheMrpstevens]

Amazing work Steve. That sprint was top notch!

[@stevej_on_your_MTB]

Thanks Paul, 😃 I see HCT team doing very well so far in the GC!

[@GeorgAndTheBike]

What a brilliant race and impressive sprint 👌 I watched it live on Robs channel and now it was interesting to hear your thoughts / commentary 👍

[@stevej_on_your_MTB]

Thanks Georg, hoping to pass on some of the race craft I've learned by watching others and being part of KCM.

[@the_joe_reynolds_foundation]

Amazing race, man! I love how clinically you approached it.

[@stevej_on_your_MTB]

Thanks Joe, I was feeling strong going into that race, and its one of my favourite finishes. I would have been happy just to hold the front group to the end. Once Jonathan lead us up the KoM - and I was still with him - I knew if I was super efficient after that point that I could have something left for the sprint.

[@thewattlife]

Amazing- Im in this race!!!!

[@stevej_on_your_MTB]

Thanks Max, we were in the community prime time together as well. I was hoping to replicate this result but that one was another level.

[@MarkyMarkZwifts]

That was an awesome race today Steve, you absolutely smashed it. That finishing sprint was insane, hitting over 1200watts! Congrats on the win! 👊💪💪💪

[@stevej_on_your_MTB]

Thanks Mark, I'm still buzzing. I've got close to those numbers before, but never in a race when fatigued. Everything just came together, plus Rob's shouting helped.