When you truly value something—when you pour your heart, time, and energy into it—you naturally want to see it grow, improve, and reach its full potential. It’s the same kind of commitment you see in people who care deeply about their country and community, showing up again and again to make it a better place for everyone who lives there.
That’s exactly how I feel about Zwift.
My passion for Zwift runs deep—anyone who knows me knows I’m a huge fan! To me, it’s hands down the best esports cycling platform out there. No one else captures the magic quite like Zwift does: the immersive worlds, the thrill of racing, the sense of community, and the endless opportunities to train and connect with riders around the globe.
When I learned in 2024 that Zwift would no longer be hosting the UCI Cycling Esports World Championships, I was honestly heartbroken. Why? Because I truly believe Zwift is the only platform that delivers both the technical precision and the integrity the sport deserves. Zwift understands what fair racing really means—strict protocols, verified performance, and the kind of monitoring that keeps every competitor on equal footing. That trust, built over years of consistent excellence, gave the championships not just credibility, but character.
Why the passion behind my posts? When you see me digging into topics like the need for refreshed ZRL categories, or when I break down how we can make Zwift Games women’s racing even more fair and inclusive, know this: it’s not frustration talking. Far from it. Every word comes from my deep commitment to Zwift’s incredible foundation and excitement for what it can achieve when we push it to be even better.
I think most of you understand where I’m coming from. The comments I received after last week’s post really confirmed how important it is to keep educating and empowering women on Zwift.
Here are a few that stood out:
Fantastic read, I used to think I was never good enough because I always got dropped!! I understand the reasons why now.
Thanks for posting! I thought I was so bad at Zwift for years being a 50kg rider and these posts help explain so much.
Bottom line—knowledge is power.
No one should ever feel discouraged about their efforts on Zwift. The more we understand, the more confident and empowered we become. Education truly is the key.
That’s why the comments after last week’s post meant so much. But what really inspired this article was one that missed the mark…
Have you given TrainingPeaks Virtual a try? Their metrics are speed-based and you may find that more appealing.
That completely misses my point—and honestly, it stings. I don’t pour my heart into writing these articles searching for an alternative platform or trying to jump ship. I write them because I care—deeply—about Zwift, about what it already means to so many of us, and about what it has the potential to become.
Zwift is where I’ve trained, raced, grown, and connected with an incredible community of women—and I have zero desire to walk away from that. When I speak up, it’s not to tear anything down; it’s to help build something better.
I want Zwift to keep evolving into a space where every rider—especially women—feels seen, supported, and genuinely excited to log in and ride.
So no, I’m not looking for an alternative. I’m here because I believe Zwift can set the gold standard in esports cycling, and I’m determined to do my part to help make it the best it can be for all of us.
My passion for Zwift isn’t passive—it’s an active force for change! Together, by raising our voices and pushing for thoughtful evolution, we’re building a stronger, more inclusive legacy for the best cycling platform on the planet.
Stay tuned as I dig into more data and insights to help every woman thrive.