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The Science of Virtual Drafting: Energy Savings on Zwift

Zwift has transformed indoor cycling from lonely turbo sessions into a global competitive arena, and SweatFest Racing sits at the heart of this movement.…

Riding your first Zwift race with confidence and respect

Zwift has reshaped indoor cycling for Australian riders, from Sydney commuters chasing watts before sunrise to Melbourne weekend warriors squeezing in a race…

Understanding SweatFest Racing categories and how they shift over time

SweatFest Racing runs a structured virtual cycling league on Zwift that splits its global field into categories based on ability. Riders across Australia,…

Rebuilding After the Bell: Smart Recovery from a Hard SweatFest Race Night

You log off Zwift, peel off the damp kit, and the room feels quieter than your hammering heart. The legs feel hollow, the lungs still burn, and the leaderboard…

Using Zwift Companion To Follow Live Race Standings

Zwift Companion can turn a second screen into a useful race-day control panel. While Zwift displays the course, rider avatar and in-game leaderboard, the…

What to wear for Zwift racing in a hot garage or cool basement

Indoor racing on Zwift can feel like two completely different sports depending on where your trainer is set up. A garage in Brisbane or Perth may become a…

How to Pace Yourself on Longer SweatFest Courses

Longer SweatFest courses reward control more than early enthusiasm. A fast opening lap can feel comfortable in a lively Zwift bunch, yet the cost often appears…

Season 2 Week 1 Sets The Pace For SweatFest Racing

Season 2 began with the familiar Tuesday-night rhythm of SweatFest Racing: riders logging into Zwift from the Pacific Northwest, checking equipment, warming…

Finding Your Place In The SweatFest Racing Community

A virtual racing league can feel surprisingly personal when the same riders appear each Tuesday, trade tactics before the start, and celebrate a hard-earned…

The Best Warm-Up Routine for a 30-Minute Zwift Race

A short Zwift race rewards immediate power, rapid changes of pace and the ability to settle into a hard effort without wasting energy. That makes the warm-up…