
USA Cycling 2025 Esports World Championship Selection Criteria Clarified
USA Cycling reveals the scheduling change, format, points structure, and other key selection criteria and event details. Here’s what we know!

2025 UCI Cycling Esports World Championship: Public Qualifier, Semi-Finals, and Finals Details
UCI and MyWhoosh reveal scheduling, format, points structure, and other critical event information. Here’s what we know!

UCI Releases National Federation Quotas and Preliminary Format for 2025 Cycling Esports World Championships
The fifth edition returns to Abu Dhabi with a three-stage finals format, national federation quotas, and public qualifiers as cycling esports continues to define the discipline.

VVN’s Most Impactful People in Cycling Esports For 2025
The second annual list of innovators and influential individuals impacting the cycling esports world in 2025.

Who Will Win the Zwift Games 2025 Overall Championship?
Assessing the Zwift Games 2025 Overall Championship favorites and contenders heading into the final Epic Championship stage.

How are Indoor Specialists Using Esports-Specific Training to Push the Boundaries of Performance?
Cycling esports coach Alex Coh weighs in on the Elite vs. World Tour debate and the training philosophy that propels

Women in Cycling Esports: Breaking Barriers and Modeling Gender Equality for Future Generations
Female cyclists often face obstacles that their male counterparts do not, but “Why?” Cycling esports can help close the gender gap.

Deciphering How Indoor Specialists Can Push World Tour Power
Is it fair to compare the power numbers of professional road and elite esports cyclists? It isn’t apples-to-apples!

Zwift Games 2025 Greenlighted After Hardware Fixes and Ruleset Revisions
Email to racers confirms Zwift Games 2025 event details and outlines smart trainer accuracy updates and rider-friendly rule changes.

USA Cycling Awards 20 Stars and Stripes Jerseys at the 2025 Cycling Esports National Championships
Wisconsin’s Hayden “Farmwatts” Pucker delivered a dominant display, sealing victory with an unrelenting 20 km solo breakaway to claim the Stars and Stripes jersey. New York’s Kristen Kulchinsky cemented her legacy as one of cycling esports’ most decorated racers, becoming a back-to-back champion on February 2nd at the fourth-annual USA Cycling Esports National Championships—and the first on MyWhoosh.

Rethinking Team Time Trials: Exploring Options Across Virtual Cycling Platforms
Comparing the virtual cycling TTT offerings of Zwift, TrainingPeaks Virtual, and MyWhoosh reveals exciting possibilities for racers looking for a unique challenge.

2025 USA Cycling Esports National Championships Info Now Available
Echelon Racing Promotions, in partnership with USA Cycling and MyWhoosh, has released details for the upcoming 2025 USA Cycling Esports National Championships.

My Journey to the MyWhoosh Sunday Race Club Starting Line: Demystifying the Power Passport Test and More!
This “serious, but nowhere near elite” amateur has made every mistake in the book on the way to understanding fair racing protocols—so you don’t have to.

Zwift Postpones Elite Racing Season Due to Smart Trainer Accuracy Concerns
The cost of ensuring accuracy in cycling esports: Is it time for hardware manufacturers to adapt to the strict standards of Elite competition?

“There’s no point to just race in a World Championships in ecycling for 50th place”: Cycling Esports Racers are Pushing WorldTour Power and Peter Sagan Wants No Part Anymore
“You won’t see me racing anymore,” Sagan says, but you may see him back at the Cycling Esports World Championship.

Early Details Reveal Key Zwift Games Changes for 2025
Zwift gathered feedback after the first Zwift Games and shared how planned enhancements aim to improve the Zwift Games 2025.

Three Platforms, One Series: A Female Rider’s Virtual Cycling Journey
FCC’s Jenn Moroz Explores Multi-Platform Virtual Racing to give her first-hand experience on what Works and What Doesn’t

TrainingPeaks Virtual Indoor Cycling App Launches Apple TV Version
TrainingPeaks Virtual opens access to all devices and a broader user base with a highly-sought Apple TV release.

Zwift World Series 24/25 is Halfway to the Big Dance: Here’s a Preview of Race 3!
The third round of the Zwift World Series 2024/25 will feature cycling esports’ top elite talent battling for a spot in the Zwift Games.

CVR Founder Launches Indoor Cycling Fitness Gaming App “Smash Your Fitness”
Smashometer wearable eliminates expensive hardware to provide an accessible entry into interactive virtual cycling fitness.

Newly Crowned World Champion Jason Osborne Walks Away From WorldTour Alpecin–Deceuninck For Full-Time Cycling Esports Career
German 2-Time World Champion Leaves WorldTour Team to Pursue Cycling Esports, Raking in $21,000 in Just Two Days as Esports Athletes Report $100,000 Yearly Earnings

Was There Enough “Life” in the Live Event Cycling Esports World Championship Final Broadcast?
Missed Opportunity or a Solid Starting Point: MyWhoosh Responds to Community Sentiment Surrounding Cycling Esports World Championship Broadcast

Germany’s Jason Osborne and New Zealand’s Mary Kate McCarthy Win the 2024 UCI Cycling Esports World Championship
The Men’s and Women’s rainbow jersey winners weren’t decided until the final climb of the three-stage live final on MyWhoosh in Abu Dhabi.

2024 UCI Cycling Esports World Championship: First-of-its-kind live final details revealed
Abu Dhabi Welcomes the World’s Best Esports Cyclists for a Rainbow Stripes Showdown Hosted by MyWhoosh

Zwift World Series 24/25 Blasted Off Like a Watt Bomb: Here’s a Preview of Race 2!
The second round of the Zwift World Series 2024/25 will feature a showdown of cycling esports’ top elite talent.

2024 UCI Cycling Esports World Championship LiveBlog is Now Live!
The Zommunique’ contributor team will be on the ground covering the action, featuring athlete interviews, behind-the-scenes insights, and live results.

supertri Moves Virtual Platform Partnership From Zwift to MyWhoosh
MyWhoosh and supertri are expanding their reach by adding the supertri E Triathlon World Championship alongside the UCI Cycling Esports World Championship.

Countdown to Zwift World Series 2024/25: Race 1 Preview
Cycling esports’ top elite talent will be on display as we lift the curtain for the first round of the Zwift World Series 2024/25.

This Season On Zwift: The Racer’s Edition 2024/25
A rare interview with Zwift’s Director of Racing, Sean Parry, on the current state and future of Zwift Community Elite racing.

2024 UCI Cycling Esports Finalists Punch Their Tickets to the Live Event in Abu Dhabi
The top twenty riders from the Sept 6th semi-final will represent their countries at the live final in Abu Dhabi on Oct 26th for a chance at the rainbow bands.

Cycling Esports Racers Crush Real World’s Toughest Hill Climb
Saris’ Cogburn reclaims the title, and TWENTY24’s Kulchinsky breaks the course record atop Mt. Washington.

A Showcase of Cycling Esports: The indieVelo Grand Tour Begins on September 25th
Here is everything you need to know ahead of the highly anticipated indieVelo Grand Tour,
a premier 5-day event that promises to kick start the 2024/25 season on the platform.

2024 UCI Cycling Esports World Championships Semi-Finals Details Revealed
UCI and MyWhoosh have released the schedule, format, courses, and viewing information for the September 6, 2024 semi-final.

Zwift Ventures Down a New Performance Verification Path For 2024/25 Community Elite Racing Season With Future Implications
Zwift partners with former ZADA head’s AthleteAnalytiX for independent elite cycling esports athlete authentication, but governance questions remain.

Cycling Esports Will Be In The Olympics, But Is The Foundation Strong Enough?
Indications suggest that cycling esports will play a prominent role in the 2025 Olympic Esports Games, and the stakeholders must begin preparing now.

All of the 2024 UCI Cycling Esports World Championship Smart Trainers Will Be Tested, Standardized, and UCI-Approved
UCI, MyWhoosh, and Elite partner to ensure a level playing field for the live, in-person finals, a significant step forward for cycling esports.

What It’s Really Like For This Zwift Racer to Compete in MyWhoosh’s Sunday Race Club!
Nile Battey recalls his month-long introduction to racing MyWhoosh’s premium elite cycling esports event, Sunday Race Club (SRC).

Are You Ready for Flamme Rouge Racing’s Groundbreaking MYTIKAS Games Beginning on July 26th?
Here’s everything you need to know to join a select group of cycling esports pioneers and make your mark on the future of the sport.

2024 UCI Cycling Esports World Championship Public Qualification Pathway Details Revealed
UCI and MyWhoosh Announce Public Qualifiers for the 2024 UCI Cycling Esports World Championships semi-finals.

USA Cycling Announces 2024 UCI Cycling Esports World Championship Qualifier and Revised Selection Criteria
USAC is hosting a qualification event on MyWhoosh and has finalized the selection criteria to fill the remaining slots for the semi-finals of the 2024 UCI Cycling Esports World Championships.

Zwift Takes Step Toward Commitment to Elevate Homegrown Cycling Esports Stars and Grassroots Growth in 2024/25
For the 2024/25 racing season, Zwift is launching an initiative to recognize elite-level racers with an in game “verified” badge and bottom-up development.

A FIRST Look at the 2024 UCI Cycling Esports World Championship Routes on MyWhoosh
Route recon and reactions from both elite and community racers as they gear up for the fast-approaching qualification round, including an important route change and video commentary.

Cycling Esports Platform indieVelo Moves to Open Beta—What it Means For Virtual Cycling Users
On July 1, 2024, indieVelo will transition the platform to open beta, taking another significant step forward. Here’s your opportunity to help shape the future of cycling esports.

Zwift Reveals 2024/25 Elite Community Racing Season Plans
The revamped structure, featuring a regular season and Championship, a consistent schedule, a defined pathway from community to elite, and new qualification criteria, provides increased incentives and promises exciting and competitive racing.

Cycling Esports Racer Seggebruch and Tandem Partner, Walton Set US Mark at 2024 World Championships
Track and Cycling Esports Star Spencer Seggebruch Forms Unbreakable Bond with Visually-Impaired Paralympic Tandem Partner in Two Short Months to Break the US Record

Flamme Rouge Racing (FRR) Invites You To Be One of the First to Recon the 2024 UCI Cycling Esports World Championship Courses and Formats
The First Sight Event on the Free-To-Use MyWhoosh Platform on June 26, 2024, features three stages designed in preparation for the live event final in Abu Dhabi.

Rising Cycling Esports Talent and Pokemon Fanboy—Get to Know Ruben Dhondt!
Meet the young Belgian cyclist Ruben Dhondt who is rapidly making a name for himself in the world of elite cycling esports.

Flamme Rouge Racing Announces the Groundbreaking MYTIKAS esGames—A Comprehensive Guide
Cycling esports takes a momentous step closer to a multi-platform future with Flamme Rouge Racing’s MYTIKAS esGames beginning July 26

A True QOM—Former Professional Cyclist Illi Gardner Breaks Down What It Takes To Win the Zwift Games!
In this interview, cyclist Illi Gardner details her preparation for the Zwift Games Climb Championship and what it takes to bag the most Strava climbing QOMs in the world.

“It is time to focus on enhancing this key area,” says MyWhoosh’s Draft Physics Consultant
Virtual cycling platform MyWhoosh plans to implement draft dynamics enhancements and updates in Production Builds by August 2024.

Emerging Cycling Culture in Abu Dhabi: Grassroots Racing and Community Infrastructure Investment
While on the ground in Abu Dhabi, we saw firsthand the commitment to health, fitness, and accessibility to cycling, but is it enough?

Get to Know Elite Esports Cyclist Nile Battey
An interview with the Restart Racing p/b Alex Coh racer and British cyclist Nile Battey.

Cycling with Your Menstrual Cycle: Knowledge is Watts
Coordinate your hormones, cycling, and fitness training program for maximal gains and, more importantly, a healthier life.

UCI Releases 2024 Cycling Esports World Championship Race Book Clarifying Event Details
The Union Cyclist International Confirms the Semi-Final Format and other details for the 2024 UCI Cycling Esports World Championship.

Does Cycling Esports Need the UCI? —The Community Reacts: Kevin Opele
This is the second in a series exploring the cycling esports community’s reaction to the “Does Cycling Esports Need The UCI?” debate.

Equal Treatment: Examining UCI’s Disparities in Governance for Cycling Esports
Engaged leadership, collaboration, and commitment are essential for cycling esports to navigate a sustainable path forward.

Virtual Cycling Platform MyWhoosh Makes Significant Updates to Optimize Accessibility
MyWhoosh Go, Apple TV, and the MyWhoosh Link App make the virtual cycling platform more accessible to users than ever.

Does Cycling Esports Need the UCI? —The Community Reacts: Holden Comeau
This is the first in a series exploring the cycling esports community’s reaction to the “Does Cycling Esports Need The UCI?” debate.

The Zwift Big Spin: The Fitness Phenomenon That’s Sweeping the Metaverse—Should We Worry?
“The only online sport requiring physical effort to gamble,” says an esports gambling researcher, has some health professionals concerned.

UCI in Transition: Examining the Governing Body’s Contribution, Relevance, and Evolving Role—Does Cycling Esports Need The UCI?
Forty racers were presented with the choice between a World Championship or a Zwift Games title, providing insight into the UCI’s value to cycling esports.

Get to Know Elite Esports Cyclist Thomas Perren
An interview with NeXT eSport pb Enshored elite racer and British cyclist Thomas Perren.

Meet the 2024 AusCycling Esports National Champion Kate Trdin
An interview with BL13 pb LEVEL Velo racer and elite Australian esports cyclist Kate Trdin.

Michael Rogers Steps Away From Role as UCI Head of Cycling Esports
The vacancy comes at a critical juncture. What’s next for cycling esports?

A Call For Non-Competition (Un-Ranked) Mode in Community-Level Cycling Esports
Clearly defined expectations for competition in cycling esports will eliminate confusion, enhance accessibility, and promote inclusion.

UCI Tells Nations How Many Riders They Can Bring To The 2024 Esports World Championship and Other Details
The Union Cycliste Internationale has notified the National Federations of Rider Quotas for the 2024 UCI Cycling Esports World Championship Semi-Final.

AusCycling and the Swedish Cycling Federation Crown 2024 Cycling Esports National Champions in Live Event Finals on the Same Day
Riders from Australia and Sweden overcame intense competition and technical issues to be named their country’s best cycling esports racers.

Live Virtual Racing: Does it Have Legs?
Is there an appetite in the world for watching and participating in a communal esports environment? Here is a perspective after racing in front of friends at a bar.

VVN’s Most Impactful People in Cycling Esports For 2024
The Virtual Velo Network’s first annual list of innovators and influential individuals in the cycling esports world for 2024.

UCI’s Fair Cycling Campaign Opens the Door For Formal Cycling Esports Cheat Reporting
The UCI says competition manipulation rules and whistleblower platforms apply to cycling esports. Why not a cycling esports bug bounty program?

Beyond ZRL: What’s Next For Women’s Racing?
Navigating Post-Season Racing Options and How They Align With FemmeCycle Collab’s Vision for Growth

Get to know USA Cycling Esports National Age Group Champion and USAC Esports Committee Member Jenn Real
An interview with Zwift Team Saris racer and elite cyclist Jenn Real.

Danish Federation’s Cycling Esports Leadership is an Example for NGBs
Securing sponsorships, negotiating television deals, and establishing esports committees are initial steps for cycling esports.

From Teaching Assistant to Esports Cyclist and Influencer—Get to Know Elite Racer Hollie Burgin!
An interview with Zwift Team NeXT eSports pb Enshored racer and podcaster, Great Britain’s Hollie Burgin.

Inaugural Zwift Games 2024: A Complete Guide to the Largest Virtual Racing Event Ever!
The Zwift Games will offer a series of competitions for all abilities and elite races to crown the first Zwift Games Overall Champion.

The Annulment That Changed Cycling Esports: MyWhoosh Tests Vujasin, Kaminski, and Jones in Abu Dhabi Proving World Tour Pro Power
MyWhoosh invited several elite cycling esports racers to Abu Dhabi for performance testing following a Sunday Race club annulment and the outcome will have an enduring impact on the sport.

Zwifter John Walkley Attempts 4,000km in a Week A Second Time For His Son
Walkley needs your help for the epic 4,000km in Seven Days For Childhood Crohn’s Disease Zwift ride.

Smart Trainer Standardization is Only Months Away, according to the UCI
A protocol to certify hardware accuracy and wireless communication is one step closer to an International Calendar and Ranking System for cycling esports.

Get to Know Zwift Grand Prix 2023/24 Elite Esports Cyclist Gabriela Guerra
An interview with Zwift Team Saris|Nopinz racer and elite cyclist Gabriela Guerra.

Reigning Cycling Esports World Champion Goes For Danish National Title in In-Person Event Final Broadcast Live This Sunday
Don’t miss Denmark’s best cycling esports racers across multiple categories competing on Zwift for the 2024 Danish Cycling Esports National Championship.

Perceptions of Cheating and Weight Doping in Virtual Cycling: A Multi-Study Review
Recent research explores the beliefs and social norms surrounding cheating and weight doping that challenge virtual cycling and esports.

“The Olympic Esports Games will start in 2025 and will include cycling esports” —says UCI President
The newly formed games will sit alongside the Olympic program, reported to include gaming, sport simulation, and virtual sports elements like cycling esports.

MyWhoosh Sets Sights on Long-Term Transformation of UCI Cycling Esports World Championship
The UCI will award the virtual rainbow stripes in the first-ever live event final using a points-based inclusive format on MyWhoosh.

Get to Know Zwift Grand Prix 2023/24 Elite Esports Cyclist Ed Morgan
An interview with Zwift Team dPAC-ELITE racer, the Welsh cyclist Ed Morgan.

The Complete Guide to the 2024 UCI Cycling Esports World Championships on MyWhoosh
The qualification process consists of several pathways, leading to the two-stage semi-finals and the three-race in-person live arena final in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

“It builds bridges and brings many opportunities,” UCI welcomes MyWhoosh as main partner of the UCI Road World Championships through 2026
MyWhoosh becomes the exclusive virtual cycling platform for the UCI Road World Championships, with rights to virtual versions of the road race and time trial courses.

The Quest for a Stars and Stripes Jersey is not a Solitary One
Elite esports star Liz Van Houweling opens up about her 2024 USA Cycling Esports Nationals disappointment and the lessons learned.

Zwift Grand Prix 23/24—Round Seven Race: Format, Course, Teams and Where to Watch
Here’s a brief preview of the Zwift Grand Prix 23/24 Round 7 Points Hunter, the final race to decide the $10,000 winner-takes-all top prize!

Get to Know Zwift Grand Prix 2023/24 Elite Cyclist Tom Corrigan
An interview with Zwift Team Saris-NoPinz elite esport racer, USA’s Tom Corrigan.

Zwift Grand Prix 23/24—Round Six Race: Format, Course, Teams and Where to Watch
Here’s a brief preview of the Zwift Grand Prix 23/24 Round 6 Epic Points Race-69.7 km and 877m of climbing on the PRL Half course.

USA Cycling Crowns 23 National Champions at the 2024 Esports National Championships
Brian Duffy and Kristen Kulchinsky earn 2024 Elite Esports USA National titles alongside age-group masters and collegiate athletes.

Get to Know Why They Call This Elite Cyclist, Hayden “Farmwatts” Pucker
An interview with Zwift Team Restart pb Alex Coh elite esport racer, USA’s Hayden Pucker.

The Legend of the Grand Watopian: A Zwifter’s Quest Reveals a New Rebel Route Linking Every Road In Watopia
Zwift’s unofficial Cartographer, Stuart Moore, shares the story of his search for the lost Saloon and the Grand Watopian odyssey he discovered.

Get to Know Zwift Grand Prix 2023/24 Elite Cyclist Elyse Gallegos
An interview with Zwift Team Wahoo le Col’s elite esport racer, IRONMAN champ, and mother of two, the USA’s Elyse Gallegos.

Aussie Cycling Partners With Zwift To Discover Next Generation of Olympic Cycling Champions
AusCycling launches a new talent ID program on the virtual cycling platform Zwift to increase talent depth across all disciplines.

Virtual Velo Network 2023 Year-In-Review
TheZommunique.com, The Virtual Velo Podcast, and the Si Bradeley YouTube Channel joined forces to become the Virtual Velo Network in 2023.

Get to Know Zwift Grand Prix 2023/24 Elite Cyclist Arne Jacobs
An interview with Zwift Team Coalition racer, the Dutch elite cyclist Arne Jacobs.

Get to Know Zwift Grand Prix 2023/24 Elite Cyclist Dean Cunningham
An interview with Zwift Team Restart p/b Alex Coh racer, the UK’s elite cyclist Dean Cunningham.

Elite Cycling Esports Broadcasts Are Dropping the Ball: Does the Production Need More Personality?
To establish fan identity and boost viewership, cycling esports broadcasting should elevate its stars and shift the emphasis to relationships.

LEVEL Velo Indoor Cycling Kit—The Trial of the Century
LEVEL Velo’s Superfly Jersey and Elite Bib Shorts admirably answer the question, “Why an indoor-specific cycling kit?”

Zwift Grand Prix 23/24—Round Five Women’s Race: Format, Course, Teams and Where to Watch
Here’s a brief preview of the Zwift Grand Prix 23/24 Round 5 Women’s race, along with a recap of the exciting action from the men’s race.

Zwift Levels Up With a Long List of New Features
This season on Zwift brings more level unlocks, new events, and enhanced gamification to keep users committed to their resolutions in the new year.

Zwift Grand Prix 23/24—Round Five Men’s Race: Format, Course, Teams and Where to Watch
Here’s a brief preview of the Zwift Grand Prix 23/24 Round 5 Men’s race, along with a recap of the exciting action from the women’s race.

Cycling Esports Platforms indieVelo and MyWhoosh are Taking Anti-Cheating Seriously: Shedding Light on a Dark Issue
indieVelo and MyWhoosh take responsibility for cycling esports anti-cheating with mandatory pre-certification, real-time flagging, and in-person verification.

It’s The End of The Ride For Wahoo-RGT Users: Which Virtual Cycling Platform To Next?
Devoted Wahoo-RGT subscribers reveal their new virtual digital destinations: Here are the 5 best virtual cycling platform options according to a poll

Zwift Grand Prix 23/24—Round Four Women’s Race: Format, Course, Teams and Where to Watch
Here’s a brief preview of the Zwift Grand Prix 23/24 Round 4 Women’s race, along with a recap of the exciting action from the men’s race.

Rethinking Carbohydrates: A New Perspective on Fueling Your Cycling Workout
Is it finally time to re-image the role of ‘quick fix’ carbohydrates before and during our cycling training routines?

Zwift Grand Prix 23/24—Men’s Round Four: Format, Course, Teams and Where to Watch
Here’s a brief preview of the Zwift Grand Prix 23/24 Men’s Round 4, along with a recap of the exciting action from the Round 3 Women’s race.

Get to Know Zwift Grand Prix 2023/24 Elite Esports Cyclist Daniel Pettinger
An interview with Zwift Team dPAC-ELITE Austrian cyclist Daniel Pettinger.

Get to Know Zwift Grand Prix 2023/24 Elite Cyclist Rob Wood
An interview with Zwift Team Restart p/b Alex Coh racer, the UK’s elite cyclist Rob Wood.

Zwift Grand Prix 23/24—Round Three Women’s Race: Format, Course, Teams and Where to Watch
Here’s a brief preview of the Zwift Grand Prix 23/24 Round 3 Women’s race, along with a recap of the exciting action from the men’s race.

2024 USA Cycling Esports National Qualifiers and Echelon Racing League Info Now Available
In partnership with USA Cycling and Zwift, Echelon Racing Promotions announces league and national qualification details, including equipment and performance verification requirements.

IOC Sports Director Opens the Door Wider For Cycling Esports Medal Recognition
In a recent interview, Kit McConnell hints that it is not “if” but “how,” joining other IOC leaders weighing in, intensifying speculation about the potential Olympic inclusion of cycling esports.

Zwift Games Will Crown World’s #1 Across Three Championship Races
Zwift announces the inclusive community event to discover the world’s top Zwifter in a multi-format competition poised to set new participation records.

Zwift Grand Prix 23/24—Round Three: Format, Course, Teams and Where to Watch
Here’s a brief preview of the Zwift Grand Prix 23/24 Round 3, along with a recap of the exciting action of Round 2.

USA Cycling Sets 2024 Esports World Championship Team Selection Criteria
Criteria for 2024 UCI Esports World Championship qualification revealed by USA Cycling. Event set for Abu Dhabi, UAE in late 2024.

Get to Know Zwift Grand Prix 2023/24 Elite Cyclist Sean Gallagher
An interview with Zwift Team Primor RWB esport racer, Ireland’s Sean Gallagher.

Zwift Grand Prix 23/24—Round Two: Format, Course, Teams and Where to Watch
Here’s a brief preview of Zwift Grand Prix 23/24 Round 2, along with Zwift and indieVelo’s responses following the annulment of Round 1.

USA Cycling Announces Plans For 2024 Cycling Esports Nationals and Qualifiers
In partnership with Echelon Racing Promotions and Zwift, USAC will crown 2024 National Champions with independent performance verification by indieVelo.

Zwift Grand Prix 23/24—Round One: Format, Course, Teams and Where to Watch
Elite cycling esports racing is back for the 2nd season of the Zwift Grand Prix. Here’s everything that you need to know!

IOC Announces Plans For Olympic Esports Games
The IOC Esports Commission, led by the UCI President, will study the creation of an Esports Olympics, a game-changing decision with immense implications for the future of cycling esports.

The Give and Take in the World of Cycling Esports
Elite esports cyclist Liz Van Houweling explores the opportunities, responsibilities, and challenges facing the evolving world of cycling esports.

UCI Hints to Plans for International Calendar and Ranking System for Cycling Esports
The UCI reveals its plans for a cycling esports multi-platform calendar and hardware, performance, and technology standardization.

Elite Esports Star Luca Zanasca Tests Positive For PEDs
Team Italy, MyWhoosh, and Zwift responded to the real-world doping violation of elite esports racer Luca Zanasca.

The $100,000 Zwift Grand Prix 2023/24 Details Are Here!
The Zwift Grand Prix details, including participating teams, event formats, scheduled courses, important dates, and the $100,000 for racers.

Get to Know Zwift Grand Prix 2023/24 Elite Cyclist Oliver Dowd
An interview with Team Canada and Zwift Team Restart p/b Alex Coh elite cyclist Oliver Dowd.

From Virtual to Real World Victory—Elite Cyclist Kristen Kulchinsky
Kristen Kulchinsky’s Remarkable Ascent from Indoor Specialist to Outdoor Triumph! Conquered Mt. Greylock in her first real-world hill climb.

I’m a Cyclist and Physical Therapist, and This is Why I Recommend Plyometric Training For Cyclists
Explosive Gains: A Comprehensive Guide to Plyometric Training for Cyclists to Improve Power, Endurance, and Speed

I’m a Cyclist and a Physical Therapist, and This is Upper Crossed Syndrome and Why It’s Significant to Cyclists
Counteract Dynamic Muscle Shortening and Reflex Inhibition to Overcome Upper Crossed Syndrome When Cycling

I’m a Cyclist and Physical Therapist, and This is What I Do For Exertional Headaches While Cycling
Exertional Headaches while Cycling: Understanding and Overcoming the Pain by Exploring the Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions

“We’re “Doubling Down” on Cycling Esports Racing,” Says Zwift!
The company stresses a commitment to competition and community during the September 2023 “This Season on Zwift” Press Conference.

Zwift and indieVelo’s Partnership Leads the Way For Legitimization of Cycling Esports
The new Zwift Grand Prix Ruleset outlines indieVelo’s responsibilities and marks the initial move toward independent oversight and legitimization of top-tier cycling esports.

Get to Know Elite Cyclist Ewan Mackie—293 lbs to 445W-plus FTP
An interview with elite cyclist Ewan Mackie—the NeXT pb Enshored rider shares how he went from obesity (6′ 7″ and 293lbs.) to an esports monster with the help of Coach Alex Coh.

I’m a Cyclist and Physical Therapist, and Here’s Why I Prescribe Hip Thrusts and Donkey Kicks For All Cyclists
Boost Your Cycling Performance: Incorporating Hip Thrusts and Donkey Kicks into the Cyclists’ Routine

Breaking the Mold: indieVelo is Empowering Women in Cycling Esports Racing
A seasoned virtual cyclist shares her evolution from a Beta tester to a true believer, highlighting how indieVelo is revolutionizing the game for female cyclists.

MyWhoosh and UCI’s World Championship 2024-2026 Partnership is an Investment in Cycling Esports
UCI’s Landmark Decision: UAE-based virtual cycling platform MyWhoosh to Organize Cycling Esports World Championships 2024-2026.

I’m a Cyclist and Physical Therapist, and Here’s What To Do For Pelvic Pain From Osteitis Pubis
Osteitis Pubis in Cyclists: Understanding the Often Overlooked Cause of Puzzling Pelvic Pain

I’m a Cyclist and a Physical Therapist, and This is Why An Understanding of Lower Crossed Syndrome is Vital to Cyclists Battling the “Sitting Disease”
A Cyclist’s Guide to Overcoming the Effects of Prolonged Sitting by Countering the Adverse Effects of Dynamic Muscle Shortening and Reciprocal Inhibition

I’m a Cyclist and Physical Therapist, and This is What I Do To Power the Gluteus Medius
Unlock the Secret of the Gluteus Medius When Cycling to Improve Pedaling Strength, Efficiency, and Prevent Injury

Zwift Forms Working Partnership With Cycling Esports Platform indieVelo for Anti-Cheating Oversight
Zwift Taps indieVelo For Performance Verification: The Landmark Policy Shift That Could Define The Beginning of Specialization in Cycling Esports

Pedaling Through Lupus: A Guide to Cycling With Lupus
Discover the benefits and strategies of Cycling with Lupus. Empower your life through exercise and improve your overall health and well-being

I’m a Cyclist and Physical Therapist, and This Helps My Patients Cycling With Raynaud’s Syndrome
Discover how to overcome the challenges of cycling with Raynaud’s disease. Our guide provides tips on staying warm, taking breaks, and listening to your body.

I’m a Cyclist and Physical Therapist, and Here’s Why Hip and Shoulder Opener Exercises For Cyclists Are Important
Opening Up Your Hip and Shoulder Joints: A Cyclist’s Guide to How and Why

The Performance Impact of Blood Donation: When is it Okay to Return to Cycling After Giving Blood?
Tips for optimal performance and a safe and satisfying return to cycling after giving blood and donating the gift of life.

I’m a Cyclist and Physical Therapist, and This is What I Do For Herniated Discs in Cyclists
A Cycling Physical Therapists Approach to Herniated Discs in Cyclists: Understanding the Causes, Treatment Options, and Prevention Strategies

I’m a Cyclist and Physical Therapist, and This is What I Do For Hip Bursitis When Cycling
Pedaling Past the Pain: Understanding and Managing Hip Bursitis When Cycling.

Episode Three: Trek For Tron—Mom vs. Her Men
The story of a Mom’s Struggle to Balance Health, Wellness, Parenting, and the Quest for the Zwift Tron Bike-An Early Epilogue!

The Influence of the Olympic Esports Series on Cycling Esports: Catalyst for Change or Valuable Lesson Learned
Measuring Success: UCI, IOC, and Zwift Weigh in on the Event’s Impact and its Promising Future for Cycling Esports

Finding the Balance in Life and Sport
Train to Peak: Elite Cyclist Liz Van Houweling on Striking the Perfect Balance Between Sports and Everyday Life

I’m a Cyclist and a Physical Therapist, and These are my 5 Best Cycling Upper Back Muscle Exercises
Follow this cycling physical therapist’s approach to maximize performance and prevent injury by working neglected muscles—the Thoracic Spine.

Empowering Mobility: DIRT Dad Fund and Zwift Grant Team Up to Gift Adaptive Cycle to 4-Year-Old Battling Rare Disease
United for a Cause—DIRT Zwift Team Rallies to Raise $6,000 in 24 Hours to Create a Lasting Impact for a Member’s Family

Better Cyclist Breathing Technique Put to the Test
Recent research examines performance-enhancing cyclist breathing technique claims and sorts the science from the hot air.

Chris “Hoppo” Hopkinson Celebrates 100,000 Zwift Miles in Ultra Fashion
It isn’t that he did it, but how that makes Chris Hopkinson’s Zwift achievement stand out.

Hank Garnaat Is Introduced to Zwift by His 7-Year-Old Son
Hank Garnaat calls exercising with his kids on Zwift the ultimate form of fatherhood

Zwift’s Cycling Esports Commission Chairman and ZADA Lead Move On From the Company
Dr. George Gilbert and Bjoern Ossenbrink unite to create indieVelo leaving the cycling esports community wondering, and Zwift responds

Zwift says About New Zwift Play Controller and Beta Gaming Experience, “Indoor Cycling is About to Get More Interesting”
On June 14, 2023, Zwift Announced the release of the Zwift Play controller and multi-input gaming, putting Zwift interaction at the user’s fingertips and the future in the company’s hands

“USA Cycling Embraces Cycling Esports and the Olympics Would be a Game-Changer,” Says the Chief of Sports Performance
USAC appointed representatives to a cycling esport selection committee tasked with creating discipline-specific criteria with eyes on a National Team in 2024.

New Virtual Cycling Platform indieVelo is Defining the Future of Esports
Created by the former Chairman of the Zwift Cycling Esports Commission, the Beta platform focuses on technology and innovation of cycling esports and fulfilling racer’s wants and needs

I’m a Cyclist and Physical Therapist, and This is What to Do For Low Bone Density in Cyclists
A new study suggests low bone density and osteoporosis begin in cyclists before age twenty and last long after our riding days are over.

I’m a Cyclist and a Physical Therapist, and This is What I Do For Sciatica Pain When Cycling
Follow this cycling physical therapist’s approach to prevent and treat sciatica pain when cycling.

Get to Know Elite Cyclist Torben Partridge-Madsen
An interview with Team Australia and Zwift Team Aero’s elite cyclist Torben Partridge-Madsen.

Zwifter Diane Letheren Didn’t Let Defeat Stop Her From Riding 1,000Km
After injury and disappointment caused her to abandon her first 1,000km attempt, Diane Letheren found strength and knowledge in the Zwift community

5 Essential Yoga Poses For Cyclists
Integrate these 5 Yoga Poses For Cyclists with video instructions into your routine to optimize performance, prevent injuries, and enhance recovery.

I’m a Cyclist and a Physical Therapist, and These are my 5 Best Cycling Psoas Muscle Exercises
Follow this cycling physical therapist’s approach to maximize performance and prevent injury by working neglected muscles—the Psoas.

Testosterone, Iron, and Thyroid Hormone Depletion in Cyclists
The Impact of Testosterone, Iron, and Thyroid Hormone Depletion in Cyclists: Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention Tips

I’m a Cyclist and a Physical Therapist, and This is What I Do to Improve Poor Cycling Posture
Do these stretch-strength poor posture exercises for cyclists!

Sprint Cycling Improves Muscle Strength, but As Much as Weight Training?
Recent research suggests that on-the-bike muscle strength building through max sprint cycling is as effective as weight training.

I’m a Cyclist and Physical Therapist, and Here’s How My Patients Resume Cycling After a Total Hip Replacement
Follow your surgeon’s orders and this eight-phase plan to safely and successfully return to cycling after a total hip replacement.

When Jan Butaye Lost His Arm in a Cycling Accident, Zwift Helped Him Up
When a tragic bike accident took his arm and his will, one-armed Cyclist Jan Butaye credits Zwift for rebuilding him and the community’s support for lifting him up.

DIRT Cory Rood Wins 340 Mile Iowa Wind and Rock
The self-supported 2023 Iowa Wind and Rock gravel ultra-adventure pushed DIRT Cory Rood past the limit—for 28 hrs 50 min to victory!

Adam Wiegandt Believes Zwift Truly Saved His Life
The Zwift Tron bike symbolizes Adam Wiegandt’s recovery from a year of post-COVID desperation and hopelessness.

I’m a Cyclist and Physical Therapist, and This is What I Do For Shin Pain When I’m Cycling
Follow this cycling Physical Therapist’s five-step approach to preventing, treating, and eliminating Shin Pain While Cycling.

The Sensitive Issue of Low Energy Availability in Cycling
Under-fueling negatively affects cycling performance and your health in only days and will cause permanent damage to your body and mind.

I’m a Cyclist and Physical Therapist, and This is What To Do For a Cycling Collar Bone Injury
Follow this cycling physical therapist’s approach for a safe, effective, and efficient return following a cycling collar bone injury.

Zwifter David Donovan Bunn vEverested to Prove He Still Had More Life Left
After using Zwift to recover from three cancer reoccurrences!

Do Antihistamines Affect Athletic Performance and Muscle Recovery?
Recent studies describe the potential effect of cycling while on antihistamine and antibiotic medications.

Zwift Esports is a Party for Elite Cyclist Josh Harris
An interview with Team Australia and Zwift Team Aero’s elite cyclist Josh Harris.

The Power of Asking for Help—More Than Just Extra Watts!
A quality cycling coach will help you reach life goals on and off the bike.
A Cup of Coffee With The Pixel Puncheur
An interview with one of cycling’s colorful characters, Ben Brown—The Pixel Puncheur—whose digital kit pics lend themselves to esports.

Too Little Fat Can Be a Big Cycling Problem
Don’t make the same BIG Fat mistake I made! Avoid Low-Fat Diet Risk for Cyclists!

Elite Cyclist Ben Russell—Straight Talk on Esports and Endurance Life
An interview with Team Great Britain and Zwift team Wahoo Le Col’s elite cyclist Ben Russell.

I’m a Cyclist and Physical Therapist, and Here’s What I Say When Asked About Cycling With a Hernia
Follow this cycling Physical Therapist’s approach to safely and effectively cycling with a hernia.

Heart Rate Variability Algorithms Improve Endurance Performance—Ditch the Training Plan?
Will computers replace coaches?

The Virtual Journey to the First Live Illinois State Cycling Esports Championship
On February 25, 2023, REVO race director Gail Kocher joined fellow Chicagoland virtual cyclists live and in person to compete for the right to be called Illinois Cycling Esports Champion.

I’m a Cyclist and Physical Therapist, and This is What I Do For Wrist Pain From Handlebar “Cyclist’s” Palsy
Follow this cycling physical therapist’s approach to preventing, treating, and eliminating Handlebar “Cyclist’s” Palsy When Cycling.

Inaugural Women’s Zwift Grand Prix Title Awarded
Aeonian takes the crown and solidifies their spot in esports history.

First Zwift Grand Prix Men’s Victors Crowned
The $3,500 Prize Purse Goes to the men of Coalition Alpha

Confessions of an Unapologetic Zwift Indoor Specialist
The Zwift “Indoor Specialist” is the new breed of cyclist that embraces an exclusive passion for virtual cycling and esports.

Team INC-led Group Sets Zwift Sub-4 Hour 200 km Mark
Fresh off their record-breaking sub-3 hour 150km, Team Innovation Cycling is the first to 200 Zwift km in under 4 hours.

When to Return to Cycling After a Vasectomy
Follow this advice to safely return to cycling after a vasectomy. Be sensible about this sensitive cycling subject.

Episode Two: Trek For Tron—Mom vs. Her Men
Sometimes telling the story changes the story. Folks, this story is not over!

The Zwift Community Crowns Two Esports World Champions in 2023
Denmark’s Bjorn Andreassen and Loes Adegeest of the Netherlands shared their 2023 Zwift UCI Cycling Esports World Championship thoughts!

Meet the 2023 UCI Cycling Esports World Championship Team USA Men’s Hopefuls
Do the American Men have a chance? Yes!

The 2023 UCI Cycling Esports World Championship Team USA Women’s Hopefuls
Do the American Women have a chance to win the 2023 UCI Cycling Esports World Championships? Yes!

I’m a Cyclist and Physical Therapist, and This is What I Do For Wrist Pain From Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Follow this cycling PT’s approach to preventing, treating, and eliminating Carpal Tunnel Syndrome When Cycling.

Healthy But Not Invincible—The Reigning US Cycling Esports National Champion’s Life-Threatening DVT Story
Elite cyclist, physician, and scientist Jaqueline Godbe’s life-threatening experience with Deep Vein Thrombosis

Marc Mäding—Not a Fancy Cycling Success Story
Wahoo Le Col elite cyclist Marc Mäding shares the honest truth about his struggles with mental health and why he’s done doing things he doesn’t enjoy!

The Plea For Accessibility By Visually Impaired Cyclists on Zwift
Visually impaired members of the subscriber base describe Zwift as “the most inaccessible app out there,” but when will Zwift see to it?

Episode One: Trek For Tron—Mom vs. Her Men
Few things are more powerful than a middle-aged woman battling irrelevance and menopause.

I’m a Cyclist and a Physical Therapist, and This is How to Cope When Cycling with IBS
Cycling with IBS is manageable and enjoyable by taking control of your gut.

It’s Only a Number—Cyclist Luca Zanasca
An interview with Team Italy’s elite cyclist Luca Zanasca.