Comments on: Speed Tests: Zwift’s Fastest Bike Frames for Flat/Rolling Races

By: Christopher

Christopher — Wed, 25 Sep 2024 19:46:47 +0000

In reply to Eric Schlange. Is it still 23 as I’m there and I don’t see it? :(

By: Eric Schlange

Eric Schlange — Mon, 29 Jul 2024 18:55:28 +0000

In reply to Radim.

See hard data here: https://zwiftinsider.com/charts-frames/

By: Radim

Radim — Mon, 29 Jul 2024 15:07:21 +0000

Any comparison between Specialized Venge and Specialized Venge S-Works? I can’t find any info about the regular one.

By: Eric Schlange

Eric Schlange — Thu, 16 May 2024 16:25:49 +0000

In reply to Funkdub. I know this is confusing, but... that's not the S-Works Venge that is really fast in Zwift. Even though it says S-Works on the frame. That the "older" original Venge. The grey one (pictured near the top of this post) is the newer, faster version.

By: Funkdub

Funkdub — Thu, 16 May 2024 11:33:36 +0000

Worth adding that if you want Specialized Venge S-Works rather than spending 1,200,000 Drops to purchase / Level 37+ you can get to this quicker by competing in the California Challenge - that's how I got mine...

By: Fred

Fred — Thu, 04 Apr 2024 18:28:36 +0000

Hey Eric… Since this is the Newest of the Speed Tests… I had to ask, and maybe it has been discussed before… While given whatever Ride/Race you might be doing?
We know that your choice of Frame and Wheels can make a difference. We also know that Body Weight/Height/Size can also make a difference…What are the Groups thoughts on the Helmet/HeadGear you wear… I see individuals Racing in the TT Helmet, some with no Helmet, and some in a Bucket Hat that they Won somewhere in the past. Can the choice of Lids you put on your Head also make you seconds faster? …TIA

By: Eric Schlange

Eric Schlange — Sat, 24 Feb 2024 23:53:06 +0000

In reply to Al 2 the G. Good catch. Fixed!

By: Al 2 the G

Al 2 the G — Sat, 24 Feb 2024 15:18:13 +0000

Helpful list for sure! I did notice that the notes below Canyon Aeroad 2021 still say "lowest level lock of any frame on this list" which is no longer true since the Felt AR got lowered to 23.

By: Joe

Joe — Thu, 04 Jan 2024 14:18:11 +0000

are climbing wheels like Lightweights better for the KOM climbs like Volcano KOM? or is it always Aero (disc wheelset) unless you’re doing Alpe/Epic etc ? Thanks

By: Doc

Doc — Thu, 07 Dec 2023 16:19:06 +0000

In reply to Buzz. There would be such a mathematical solution for the best bike weight and aerodynamics if you were considering a solo performance on any given course, but even in the solo ride situation it isn't an easy solution. Outside of the solo ride situation, though, the most efficient bike for a solo performance won't be very relevant to a race situation (other than a time trial). Head-to-head race performance very much depends on your particular capabilities and how you intend to ride a race, the presence of other riders around you and what they are doing. If you are at your very best as a climber, then you would probably want to ride a climbing bike pretty much no matter what and then attack every climb and otherwise stay in the draft and hope for the best. If you are a big motor and you intend to try to go on a solo breakaway (out of the draft) on a long flat course, you would probably want to be on the lightest aero bike you could find. On the other hand, you don't really need to be on an aero bike to take advantage of the draft if you intend to sit in all day in the pack and hope for the best in a final sprint.