Zwift could be a digital destination for personal fitness. Mar 06, 2015 london brain online cycling and fitness entertainment platform zwift has brought aboard former professional racer jens voigt of germany and current world tour pro laurens ten dam of the netherlands as its first two ambassadors. He first heard about zwift through jens voigt on twitter. Packed with realtime stats, stunning lifelike graphics, and the latest in massive multiplayer online gaming, zwift has kicked up the indoor cycling experience. Zwift indoor cycling and training introduction volyoomfit. The program lies within system utilities, more precisely device assistants. Jens voigt retires from pro cycling business insider. Zwift cycling training platform launches as free download. However the zwift team also often run a series of unlockable jerseys. Apr 20, 2016 zwift hq is live streaming todays amgen tour of california ride with jens voigt.
Discover book depositorys huge selection of jens voigt books online. He is one of the originals, using zwift since february 2015 and zwift run since its inception in december 2016. Jens voigt fitbit ambassador jens voigt is a former professional cyclist currently serving as a team consultant for trek factory racing. My wild ride on and off the bike by jens voigt with james startt very much and read it nonstop over the past few days. Did my first zwift race today, and im generally disappointed with the overall experience. Jens voigt hillclimbing on his trek from the zwift press kit i am also noticing that people will ride outside and then later come inside and ride on zwift, or vice versa. Im done with structured training for the year and wanted to give it a shot.
This event was organised to test the capabilities of zwift as well as allowing those beta testers the chance to ride along side jens voigt. Zwift power digital worldbike ride with jens voigt. Jan 20, 2016 hot on the heels of the team dimension data zwift event here at the tour down under, the team at zwift lined up crowd favourite jens voigt for a worldwide group ride on watopia. The ride with jens is scheduled to take place on friday 7 may at 10. As you progress through the levels in zwift, by riding more and more miles, you unlock various bikes, jerseys, and wheels. Jens voigt, who isnt racing anymore but works for the trek team. When nothing stops you from riding with the jensie zwift. Zwift is a massively multiplayer online cycling and running physical training program that enables users to interact, train and compete in a virtual world. Mar 03, 2016 jens voigt hillclimbing on his trek from the zwift press kit i am also noticing that people will ride outside and then later come inside and ride on zwift, or vice versa. Jens voigt took the chance to lead a group ride on zwift. Zwift hq is live streaming todays amgen tour of california ride with jens voigt. Digital worldbike, the firstever digital conference of the cycling world, is cohosted by mr. Zwift ride with jens voigt live from the tour down under duration.
Zwift insider makes a small commission on purchases made from these links, so please shop through them to support our efforts. Described as world of warcraft meets strava, zwift is a social training tool for cyclists that lets you use your home turbo trainer to race against friends or strangers around a virtual onscreen course. Jens voigt zwift ride tour down under jan 19th 2016. Zwift ride with jens voigt live from the tour down under youtube. Nothing makes a cycling conference and show more complete than a closing event ride. Unfortunatly the sheer number of riders trying to log in. With its lush graphics, highprofile supporters including jens. Imagine if that virtual world has people rowing along rivers while others are running and cycling along the roads and trails nearby. Zwift announces voigt, ten dam as ambassadors bicycle. Our antivirus check shows that this download is safe.
The icing on the cake for zwift are the group rides and the racing, every day of every week there are multiple group rides and races, most a split into categories based on your ftp so you race and ride with people of similar ability you are on smart trainers so the system knows your output, the races vary from 5 circuits of a flat route right up to big mountain stage races. Zwift and jens voigt to ride with fans to kick off the amgen tour of california april 21, 2015 zwift, the online fitness and entertainment platform, will be kicking off this years 724mile amgen tour of california by hosting a ride on the zwift platform with race ambassador jens voigt. Zwift is an online platform where we, the zwift community, have turned cycling into a social experience. A professional media company had taken control of the broadcast on the zwift youtube live channel.
I could hear jens voigts voice in my head as i was reading and i smiled often at his language and expressions. Menu icon a vertical stack of three evenly spaced horizontal lines. Jens voigt is a cyclist from berlin, berlin, germany. He was on zwift days before heading to one of the classics this spring. The workouts will make you break a sweat but they are also meant to be fun.
During his cycling career, voigt raced for several teams, the last one being uci proteam trek factory racing. Ride with jens voigt amgen tour of california ride. Whenever we introduce an element that makes gameplay more compelling such as virtual goods, virtual events or riding with pros like jens voigt, ted king and. Jens voigt came around and didnt mince his words as usual. Ride with jens voigt on zwift as he leads the latest amgen.
Indoor training neednt be just during crappy times of the year, and when you can ride with your acquaintances from all over the world. Dec 11, 2014 jens voigt pitted himself against amateur riders at a promotional event for the upandcoming multiplayer turbo trainer game zwift last night december 10 voigt brought his own team issue trek. But can german jens voigt win the battle on zwift island. I thought it was a brilliant idea to not only relieve the monotony of indoor training but. Former trek factory racing rider jens voigt took on a different type of race in farringdon, battling challengers using turbo trainer game zwift stay safe and healthy. Shut up, legs my wild ride on and off the bike by jens voigt. Events explore upcoming events, see who is going, and sign up. Jan 18, 2016 zwift tdu groupride with jens voigt wes. Strava members can plan routes, participate in motivating challenges, and join clubs. Indoor cycling game zwift now available for free download. Wait for an ingame message from the ride leader to announce the ride is starting.
Jan 18, 2017 jens voigt is possibly the most popular 00s noncontender cyclist. This zwift user manual is not affiliated with, or endorsed by zwift. The flexible setup is ideal for the rider who already owns a power meter for outdoor rides but doesnt have an indoor trainer. Thats why zwift has created a new destination that places. Zwift is an easy to play cycling simulator game for windows.
I dont have an indoor trainer and was considering getting one plus zwift. The zwift game was released in its beta version in september 2014 and became a paid. Please wash your hands and practise social distancing. Join strava to track your activities, analyze your performance, and follow friends. It will transport you and your bicycle into immersive, detailed, 3d landscapes where you can ride with other cyclists from around the world. This first of its kind event enables you to interact with some of the greatest minds, brands and influencers in the multiple cycling disciplines, all under one virtual roof. May 14, 2015 zwift has built a global community of riders and the depth of engagement that a brand can build with our user base is absolutely second to none, said cofounder and ceo eric min. Jan 18, 2017 jens voigt took the chance to lead a group ride on zwift this week. Every now and again one of the perks of zwift is that you get the chance to ride with a pro rider who could be your hero. The zwift austria community group welcomes all austrians who are using zwift. A brief overview of zwift, the increasingly popular virtual cycling platform, and its many features, including group rides and events.
Jens voigt, leah thorvilson, laurens ten dam, andy hampsten, and other cyclists are logging on and zwifting for the cause. If things do get too difficult for you, just soft pedal and you will still stay with the group. We all believe that the best parts about cycling are the places you go and the people you go there with. Australian launch zwift put the fun into indoor training bicycles. Held in englands new forest national park, the 80kilometer ride is intimateabout 100 cyclists participateand benefits multiple charities. Currently zwift is free to download and later a subscription fee will be. Apr 28, 2015 zwift, the online fitness and entertainment platform, will be kicking off the 724mile amgen tour of california by hosting a ride on the zwift platform with race ambassador jens voigt. Of 69 entrys i finished 57th after averaging 180 watts for 25 mins. Zwift promo code an introduction theia friestedt in green jersey on zwift island. This post details the zwift promo codes needed and the jerseys we know about.
Ride with jens voigt amgen tour of california ride series. Home screen at a glance see recent activities in your feed, training plan details, upcoming events and progress on your goals. I was just lucky enough to have access to the golden ticket to the early beta test, the fan manual was set up at that time. Amateurs get the chance to race jens voigt using zwift. Legendary cyclist, jens voigt recently did a virtual ride on zwift with. Ride the amgen tour of california with zwift and jensie. The former trek and briefly track star will be on the virtual training app zwift from 11. There are many jerseys which are unlockables within the zwift. You may know jon hancock as the founder of run in the park, one of zwift runs primary events. Sep 25, 2016 specifically, andy had won a chance to participate in the september 10 shut up legs charity ride, which was to be hosted by zwift ambassador and legendary, longtime pro rider jens voigt. How can i download my ride data to import into other tools. The zwift community a growing community of recreational.
Zwift insider makes a small commission on purchases made from these. Please respect the pace and the ride leader instructions. Apr 27, 2015 i look at this period of my career as a chance to give back to the fans, and riding on zwift is the perfect way to do that, voigt said. London brain online cycling and fitness entertainment platform zwift has brought aboard former professional racer jens voigt of germany and current world tour pro laurens ten dam of the netherlands as its first two ambassadors. I happened to ride at the same time as him for a few days in a row. Ride with jens voigt on zwift as he leads the latest amgen tour of california virtual group ride. Specifically, andy had won a chance to participate in the september 10 shut up legs charity ride, which was to be hosted by zwift ambassador and legendary, longtime pro rider jens voigt. Jensie will be riding on zwift from zwift headquarters in long beach, california and chatting it up with legendary cycling announcer known as the voice of the amgen tour of california. You might even end up riding with a pro such as edvald boasson hagen. Special guest rider jens voigt former pro racer and world hour record holder jens voigt will be our featured guest rider. Race jens voigt across a virtualreality island bicycling. But weather, traffic, time constraints and distance from other cyclists can take the fun out of it.
The zwift game has many different unlockable jerseys and bikes, as discussed in the fan manual, up to level 25 based on simple milage. The two athletes, both of whom are active on social media, will use zwift as a new way to ride with fans online and in virtual reality environments. Zwift cycling central podcast when cycling does good cycling. Zwift promo code to wear a custom jersey volyoomfit. This site contains affiliate links to amazon, wahoo, and other brands. Ride along with former pro cyclist and world record holder jens voigt in the worlds first official virtual fan ride. Tuesday 12th of may 2020 by zwift you may know jon hancock as the founder of run in the park, one of zwift runs primary events. Zwift is a free download, so grab it and jack into the. The ride with jens voigt took place very late one night 00. The file size of the latest downloadable installation package is 2.
This ride rolls like a truck a little slow at the start, but once up to speed, its a powerful force. Ride to the start line and stop pedaling when you are near the start. How can i download my ride data to import into other toolssites. A digital destination for the global cycling community. The zwift companion app is the perfect companion to zwift. Pair it with your computer over the same wifi network and use it as a zwift game controller when youre riding. Jens voigt in the virtual world of zwift riding with jens voigt.
As a rider in zwift you can customize the look of your avatar by changing things like your kit jersey, bike including the tron bike, wheels, skin tone, helmet and sunglasses. I was very disappointed that whilst on zwift they appeared to be the genetically enhanced love child of jens voigt and bradley wiggins they. After months of restricted beta testing, longawaited cycling training platform zwift has launched for general download. The combatants is a twoman team from the global cycling network. For apple devices, you can download zwift and play it immediately on your ipad or iphone.
Join jens voigt live from the tour down under where hell be leading a one hour group ride around watopia. Pairing the sensors is only possible through bluetooth on all apple devices. Mr shutuplegs, jens voigt, has been racing in zwift against amateurs. By also participating in challenges or special events, you get to unlock specific cycling jerseys as well. Jens voigt took the chance to lead a group ride on zwift this week. Zwift and jens voigt to ride with fans to kick off the 10th. Once loggedin, zwift cyclists can ride alone or join friends or even the occasional pro such as jens voigt and race them to the top of the mountain, for example, or simply try to beat their own. Jens voigt is possibly the most popular 00s noncontender cyclist.
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