Everything You Need to Know About Zwift Ready

Looking to level up your indoor cycling experience? Zwift Ready takes the guesswork out of setting up, making it simpler, faster, and more efficient—whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned Zwifter. With Zwift Ready-certified trainers, you can trust your gear to be fully compatible with Zwift’s hardware and virtual shifting features, so all you need to do is ride.

What is Zwift Ready?

Zwift Ready is a certification for smart trainers that guarantees seamless integration with Zwift’s ecosystem. If your trainer is Zwift Ready, it’s built to work perfectly with key components like Zwift Cog, Zwift Click, and Zwift Play. Whether you’re using Zwift’s Ride Smart Frame or your own bike, the Zwift Ready logo ensures your trainer is optimized for Zwift.

Why Zwift Ready?

We designed Zwift Ready with three core benefits in mind: simplicity, a better riding experience, and upgradability. Here’s how Zwift Ready helps you:

• Simplicity: Starting on Zwift can be intimidating, but Zwift Ready trainers simplify the setup. These trainers are fully compatible with Zwift’s virtual shifting technology, saving you the hassle of manual gear changes. Pair them with the Zwift Cog, which fits most 8-12 speed bikes, and you’re ready to ride. Fewer worries about compatibility mean more time on the bike.
• Better Riding Experience: Zwift Ready trainers deliver smooth, virtual shifting, letting you focus on your performance. Use Zwift Click or Zwift Play to shift between 24 virtual gears silently and efficiently—no need to adjust your chain or cassette. Whether you’re climbing steep inclines or pushing a sprint, virtual shifting ensures every ride feels smoother and faster.
• Upgradability: Zwift Ready trainers grow with you. Whether you start with the standard setup or dive into advanced features like Zwift Click, Zwift Play, or the fully integrated Zwift Ride Smart Frame, you can always upgrade your experience when you’re ready. The Ride Smart Frame offers ultimate adjustability, allowing you to customize your setup to fit your exact preferences.

Is Your Bike Compatible?

It’s easy to check if your bike will work with a Zwift Ready trainer. Zwift Cog supports most 8-12 speed cassettes. Simply count the sprockets on your rear cassette, and if you have between 8 and 12, you’re good to go. Also, Zwift Ready trainers fit the most common dropout widths (142mm and 148mm), so most modern bikes are covered.

What Trainers Are Zwift Ready?

As of October 2024, the following trainers are Zwift Ready certified:

• Wahoo KICKR CORE Zwift One
• JetBlack Victory with Zwift Cog and Click
• Wahoo KICKR with/without Zwift Cog and Click
• Elite Direto with Zwift Cog and Click
• Van Rysel D100 with/without Zwift Cog and Click
• Zwift Hub and Zwift Hub One

Each trainer can be purchased with Zwift Cog pre-installed, ensuring they’re fully compatible with Zwift right out of the box. You’ll be riding in no time, and your setup is ready for future upgrades too.

Wrapping Up

Zwift Ready is all about making your indoor cycling experience seamless and enjoyable. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to upgrade, a Zwift Ready trainer ensures that you can dive into Zwift’s world effortlessly, with hardware that works for you now and in the future. Ride with confidence, knowing your gear is optimized for the best Zwift experience possible.

Ready to elevate your ride? Choose a Zwift Ready trainer and get started on the next level of indoor cycling.