The latest TrainingPeaks Virtual update, v0.4.25, released June 23rd, connections are seamless, Bots are smarter, and third-party workouts are easier.
Editor’s note: Since early June 2023, we’ve highlighted the rapid evolution of indieVelo with weekly update posts. Not everyone receives the emails or is a member of the various social media groups, and the more searchable mentions available, the better to promote the indieVelo, err, Training Peaks Virtual vision. The name is different, and the once-a-week cadence might change, but the commitment to promoting the platform hasn’t wavered.
A Note From the George Gilbert, TrainingPeaks Virtual Founder: |
Our AI bots have leveled up too, increasing the training benefit to you. During events, they now react more intelligently to race dynamics – knowing when to push, when to ease off, and when to make you work in a breakaway. You’ll need to think tactically, not just pedal hard. Sitting in on a bot’s wheel is now a thing of the past, so expect them to challenge you for your share of the effort if you want to get to the finish line first…
We’ve also enhanced support for a broader range of workouts, including those created with ChatGPT and third-party platforms. We’re committed to open standards and helping you get your workouts done no matter where you get them from – because your training should fit you, not the other way around.
Looking ahead, we remain committed to defining the future of virtual sport, working together with the community to shape the roadmap together. That plan will be guided by the needs of dedicated athletes, coaches and event organizers such as yourself and we’d love to hear your ideas for the features and experiences you want and need. Share your vision, discuss suggestions from others, and cast your votes in our dedicated Virtual UserVoice channel.
Download the new TrainingPeaks Hub mobile app from here:
Thank you all again for your support. All of this is only possible because we are listening to and acting on your suggestions for what committed athletes want and need. Please continue to share your thoughts and ideas of what you would like to see in future releases on the dedicated UserVoice channel, as well as vote and discuss the ideas from others.
In Episode 58 of the Virtual Velo Podcast, Chris and Emma welcome Dirk Friel, co-founder and Chief Evangelist of Training Peaks, and Dr. George Gilbert, the creator of indieVelo, to discuss their newly formed partnership and the launch of Training Peaks Virtual.
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TrainingPeaks Virtual will just self-update the next time you open the app. If you find any problems, please follow instructions on how to manually update here.
Do you want to steepen your indieVelo learning curve? Check out our How-to-Guides page for details!
“Finally, a huge thank you again for being part of this journey. Behind the scenes, we’re busy laying the groundwork for some incredible new virtual experiences launching later this year, and we can’t wait to ride them alongside you. In the meantime, if you have an idea for what you’d love to see next, visit our dedicated user voice forum to share, vote and help shape the future of TrainingPeaks Virtual.”
– George Gilbert, and the TrainingPeaks team
Release Notes – v0.4.25 |
TrainingPeaks Virtual will self-update the next time you open the app. If you find any problems, please follow instructions on how to manually update here. |
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Want more? Visit our changelog for an overview of our other releases this year. Have other feature requests? Let us know here. |
Semi-retired after more than 20 years as the owner and director of a private Orthopedic Physical Therapy practice, Chris now enjoys the freedom to dedicate himself to his passions—virtual cycling and writing.
Driven to give back to the sport that has enriched his life with countless experiences and relationships, he founded a non-profit organization, TheDIRTDadFund. In the summer of 2022, he rode 3,900 miles from San Francisco to his “Gain Cave” on Long Island, New York, raising support for his charity.
His passion for cycling shines through in his writing, which has been featured in prominent publications like Cycling Weekly, Cycling News, road.cc, Zwift Insider, Endurance.biz, and Bicycling. In 2024, he was on-site in Abu Dhabi, covering the first live, in-person UCI Cycling Esports World Championship.
His contributions to cycling esports have not gone unnoticed, with his work cited in multiple research papers exploring this evolving discipline. He sits alongside esteemed esports scientists as a member of the Virtual Sports Research Network and contributes to groundbreaking research exploring the new frontier of virtual physical sport. Chris co-hosts The Virtual Velo Podcast, too.
