Anyone using Zwift?

[mecheng89]

13 hours ago, ChrisF said:

Question regarding the "Companion app"

 

My setup has my PC and keyboard in the paincave ... so I have never tried out the companion app.

 

 

A friend is nudging me to use it ..... I will be having a look at their setup and how they use shortly.

 

In the mean time.  What is this all about ?  What are the advantages/uses ?

 

What should I be looking at/for during this visit ?

 

 

PS - I use a PC, they are running an Apple setup.

Companion app FTW. I had a keyboard setup when in the earlier days of Zwift, but the app is just so much more user friendly. 

[Mongoose!]

First team time trial last night with these bad boys.

super impressed and exceeds my expectations by far!!

highly recommended  

[Frosty]

My example of switching between ERG and Incline mode during a workout. BTW, the keyboard is there because two buttons (K, L) don’t work on my 2013 MacBook.

 

[ChrisF]

2 hours ago, Mongoose! said:

First team time trial last night with these bad boys.

super impressed and exceeds my expectations by far!!

highly recommended  

 

Pics please ....

[mikkelz]

2 hours ago, Mongoose! said:

First team time trial last night with these bad boys.

super impressed and exceeds my expectations by far!!

highly recommended  

How much control do you have over choosing a line whilst riding? i.e. can you tap the left arrow and it nudges you a small amount?

From what I understand, it's more than just choosing left/right/straight for routes whilst out on a course. Curious to hear firsthand!

[mikkelz]

Has anyone tried the climb portal? I gave two of the climbs a go this morning. I actually really enjoyed it.

The "lack" of scenery didn't make any difference to me – in fact, the color-graded road based on gradient kept me pretty engaged the entire time.

Would recommend!

[BuffsVintageBikes]

I tried the Col D'Aspin on Tues evening and really enjoyed it. The colour gradient worked well for allowing gear selection, especially just before hitting those red sections☠️ 🤙

[mikkelz]

Nice! I did Col d’Aspin this morning – also enjoyed it. And then did Cote de Trebiac afterwards as I needed a few more drops for a new set of wheels.  😄

[Frosty]

I’ve always done the VenTop route because of me using the free 25km per month. Get to ride 3-4 times doing about 8km each time.

Haven’t noticed the new climbs yet, but might try it out the week after next.

[mecheng89]

On 7/7/2023 at 2:23 PM, Frosty said:

I’ve always done the VenTop route because of me using the free 25km per month. Get to ride 3-4 times doing about 8km each time.

Haven’t noticed the new climbs yet, but might try it out the week after next.

They aren't climbs per se, it's limited time event. They might open it up after the Tour is done.

https://zwiftinsider.com/climb-portal/

[Jewbacca]

I will check the climb portal out tomorrow. I made my Zwift/trainer return this morning for thew first time since COVID

My butt hurt!

[ChrisF]

On 7/7/2023 at 7:40 AM, mecheng89 said:

Companion app FTW. I had a keyboard setup when in the earlier days of Zwift, but the app is just so much more user friendly. 

 

Thanks for all the feedback.

 

Have downloaded the app and will it give a go 👍

[mikkelz]

2 hours ago, mecheng89 said:

They aren't climbs per se, it's limited time event. They might open it up after the Tour is done.

https://zwiftinsider.com/climb-portal/

They are 100% climbs. 😂

[Furbz]

On 7/7/2023 at 8:26 AM, Mongoose! said:

First team time trial last night with these bad boys.

super impressed and exceeds my expectations by far!!

highly recommended  

How did you get them?

or where did you buy them?

[Frosty]

On 7/8/2023 at 5:50 PM, mecheng89 said:

They aren't climbs per se, it's limited time event. They might open it up after the Tour is done.

https://zwiftinsider.com/climb-portal/

Thanks, recovery week coming up, so I'll be riding with Coco on Tempus Fugit. Whatever is available from 16-27 July is what I'm then limited to.

[dexterdent]

All of the climbs are available all the time during July (or during the TDF, not sure). Just use the challenge banner to select. I've done 5 out of the 8 and planning to do all - did the Tourmalet twice today as it was too wet outside and I'm tired of punctures. I don't care about the lack of scenery as I watch youtube on one half of the screen anyway