6 Reasons to Ride Together on Zwift (Instead of Riding Alone)
Indoor cycling has come a long way. Platforms like Zwift give us endless ways to ride — workouts, routes, races, free rides, training plans — which is both exciting and, at times, overwhelming.
Riding together with live coaching adds something technology alone can’t fully deliver: clarity, accountability, and shared effort. Here’s why we still believe group indoor rides are worth showing up for.
1. Comfort Comes First (Not What You’re Wearing)
Laundry day? Mismatched kit? Old socks? No one cares.
When you train indoors, comfort matters far more than aesthetics. You’ll sweat more, move less on the saddle, and notice pressure points sooner than you would outside. Lightweight, breathable clothing and a well-padded pair of bike shorts make a big difference — especially for longer rides.
Indoor training is where good bike shorts truly earn their keep.
2. Zwift Is Powerful — But Guidance Makes It Better
Zwift offers a lot, and many riders either:
- Don’t know where to start
- Stick with the same type of ride every time
- Or never explore features that could make their training more effective
Group rides with live coaching help you use Zwift with intention. We guide pacing, explain the purpose of intervals, and help riders understand how different efforts fit into a bigger training picture — not just today’s workout.
3. It’s Not a Race (Unless You Want It to Be)
Everyone rides their own bike, at their own intensity, for their own goals.
Whether you’re stronger, newer, faster, or more conservative with pacing, it doesn’t matter — no one is going anywhere. What matters is matching the effort to the purpose of the workout.
That said, if you’re riding on Zwift (or a similar platform), you can lean into the interactive side when it makes sense. Just remember: our workouts are typically interval-based, and recovery is part of the plan. Knowing when not to race is as important as knowing when to push.
4. You’ll Push Harder When You Ride Together
This hasn’t changed.
Group rides consistently bring out stronger, more honest efforts. Shared start times, countdowns, and live cues make it easier to stay focused — especially when intervals get uncomfortable.
You might not think you’re riding harder… but the data usually tells a different story.
5. Accountability Turns Good Intentions Into Consistency
Zwift can offer endless options.
A scheduled group ride removes the decision-making.
When a ride is on the calendar and people are expecting you, you’re far more likely to show up — even on days when motivation is low. Consistency matters more than any single workout, and accountability is often the missing piece.
6. Winter Is Where the Foundation Is Built
Fall and winter training lays the groundwork for everything that follows.
This is the time to:
- Refine technique
- Build aerobic capacity
- Maintain strength and structure
- Stay connected to your training goals
Our group rides balance variety and progression, keeping things engaging while quietly doing the work that supports stronger riding later in the season. You know it matters — and riding together makes it easier to stick with it.
Ready to Ride With Us?
You don’t need perfect motivation, perfect kit, or a perfectly designed training plan.
You just need to show up.
For full details or to register, use the navigation menu or follow the registration link for our current indoor ride program.
Comments