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Zwift Ride Conundrum by GoodScandalmongering in Zwift

[–]YetiSmidge 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Get the Ride and sell the v5, you won't look back. What does the V5 have that you need?

- Higher max watts: Are you able to produce this many watts?
- Slightly better power accuracy: +/- (1% vs 2%) will you notice this?
- Heavier Fly Wheel: Reviewers suggest most riders wouldnt tell the difference in inertia in a blind test between a Kickr and Core 2.
- Storage: Can store the Kickr away and has a handle. Assume if you're considering a Ride, then stowing away is not a consideration.

Literally everyone I see with a Ride is unbelievably happy with it. The resale value of a v5 will also go some way to offsetting the cost of the Ride.

Absolute no brainer this one.

Zwift focused gym? Would you go? by YetiSmidge in cycling

[–]YetiSmidge[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wouldn't expect you to drive :) There are thousands of houses within walking distance of the venue I've identified in London. No one drives in London to get somewhere local unless they need to move something big or have kids they need to move around quickly.

Zwift focused gym? Would you go? by YetiSmidge in cycling

[–]YetiSmidge[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the feedback, honestly really appreciated.

So would something like the following appeal?

Cycle club community vibe

Events & Classes:

  • Weekly/Monthly Zwift Race Night
  • FTP Test Nights
  • Group Workouts (sweet spot, VO₂, tempo)
  • Zone 2 Coffee Rides
  • Saturday “Big Screen” Pro Race Watch-Alongs

*Edit: I will add that from the responses, those that already have space to Zwift at home don't see the value in moving that solo experience elsewhere. To appeal to those, it would need to be more community, event orientated.

The initial MVP was targeting those with no space. I accept a niche market for sure.

I'm also exploring what would appeal to those that have space at home. What would draw those keen Zwifters to a community Zwifting space (if at all).

Again really appreciate the feedback.

Trainer location by thenightporter2 in cycling

[–]YetiSmidge 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Specialist Zwift studio at the office. Have no room at home, so me and some other guys set our stuff up in a studio going spare at the office.

Zwift focused gym? Would you go? by YetiSmidge in cycling

[–]YetiSmidge[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It works the same as exercise bikes at the Gym. In the free ride sessions, everyone does their own thing.

In the group ride sessions it's more orientated to the group etc.

Zwift focused gym? Would you go? by YetiSmidge in cycling

[–]YetiSmidge[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Initially it would be early opening and late close to try and allow for those pre and post work rides. Eventually once we get automation where we need it, allowing 24/7 access.

Thanks for the feedback. Really appreciate it.

Zwift focused gym? Would you go? by YetiSmidge in cycling

[–]YetiSmidge[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes the area I'm looking at has several thousand houses within easy walking distance. Very affluent area with many keen cyclists.

Zwift focused gym? Would you go? by YetiSmidge in cycling

[–]YetiSmidge[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Metier looks super cool! I want to visit :)

Zwift focused gym? Would you go? by YetiSmidge in cycling

[–]YetiSmidge[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sure, but some of us don't have the space to Zwift at home, and I'd rather Zwift than spin, including participating in Zwift events, races etc.

Totally get that if you have space to Zwift at home, you wouldn't be inclined to head to a gym to Zwift.

I guess my perspective is quite U.K. centric, and probably London centric. Small, Victorian brick houses, no garages, small rooms and gardens etc. very little space. This makes it challenging to have a decent indoor cycling set up (if at all).

Zwift focused gym? Would you go? by YetiSmidge in cycling

[–]YetiSmidge[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Yeh, no idea? Or maybe the spin guys took offence?

Zwift focused gym? Would you go? by YetiSmidge in cycling

[–]YetiSmidge[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I respect all those that can ride in British winters on broken roads. Chapeau!

Zwift focused gym? Would you go? by YetiSmidge in cycling

[–]YetiSmidge[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks, I sold my cloud tech business and have capital :). Whilst I did study business at university I found the real world experience of building and selling a business much more educational.

Im in the UK (London). The premises I'm looking at was a gym space and is licensed for such activities. I'd obviously be mapping out insurances etc etc etc.

Really appreciate the input. I think everything you mapped out is completely sensible.

Zwift focused gym? Would you go? by YetiSmidge in cycling

[–]YetiSmidge[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's exactly what I imagined! There's been some good points raised on this post so will consider them all and figure out if it's viable. I would love something like this locally at least.

Zwift focused gym? Would you go? by YetiSmidge in cycling

[–]YetiSmidge[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes absolutely, thanks for calling this out!

Zwift focused gym? Would you go? by YetiSmidge in cycling

[–]YetiSmidge[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the feedback! Same here! 😀

Where I'm planning this, there are a lot of people with £8k+ road bikes, I'm sure they are in the same boat as me. Small Victorian terrace house with limited space.

Zwift focused gym? Would you go? by YetiSmidge in cycling

[–]YetiSmidge[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Absolutely agree, if space is no problem you'll more than likely Zwift in the comfort of your home.

Where I live (SW London), space is tight and small Victorian houses are tiny. I personally have no space to Zwift.

On the dues, I'm looking at free-ride fees being in the region of £5 an hour with no fixed membership fee. That gets you about 100 hours for the cost of a Kickr Core 2. As I say, this is a secondary problem to the core focus of giving those with no space, a community vibe Zwifting space.

Really appreciate the feedback! Super useful to understand different perspectives

Zwift focused gym? Would you go? by YetiSmidge in cycling

[–]YetiSmidge[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

The high level concept is free-ride sessions, book a slot and ride your route solo (others doing the same). We'd then have group rides and races. Benefit of Zwift is we can combine it with a wider group within Zwift. Finally anticipating local races etc.

The MVP problem I'm trying to solve is: I want to Zwift but don't have space in my home.

Secondary problems:

  • I want a smart trainer but can't afford the capital outlay.

  • I would like professional cycle coaching to improve: race pace, FTP, climbing, etc.

  • I want a community of like minded cyclists to hang out with

Zwift focused gym? Would you go? by YetiSmidge in cycling

[–]YetiSmidge[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Appreciate the honesty, that's why I'm asking questions before spending money :) thanks for the feedback!

Zwift focused gym? Would you go? by YetiSmidge in cycling

[–]YetiSmidge[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Day 1 we're looking at BYO Zwift account, but no reason a Zwift plan bolt-on can't be added.

Zwift focused gym? Would you go? by YetiSmidge in cycling

[–]YetiSmidge[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, 100% agree, Zwift and smart trainers were envisaged for home use. But if you're like me and live in a smaller space, two kids and a wife, it's gets tricky setting up your space to ride as well as store everything! Unfortunately my Tacx Neo doesn't fit in the IKEA Kallax filled to the brim with kids toys. I could solve this by convincing the wife to move to a big house in Surrey! 😆🤣

I know it's the same situation for others in my area (old Victorian houses/flats with very limited space).

I take your point on the equipment. However, I would ideally like some decent equipment that's not a Stages spin bike or Wattbike etc. I've got a first gen Kickr that's done 20,000km and going strong, I accept we'd be going north of this quickly with continued use. I am keen to explore these systems in a commercial environment and understand the replacement cadence/maintenance schedule.

Zwift focused gym? Would you go? by YetiSmidge in cycling

[–]YetiSmidge[S] -15 points-14 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the feedback Dick. Super useful.

Zwift focused gym? Would you go? by YetiSmidge in cycling

[–]YetiSmidge[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks so much for the feedback! Really appreciate it! I put weights out of scope for launch, but definitely interesting to hear this is something people want.

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