The Bike Crank Get Off My Trail
A cyclist is riding on a virtual course in Zwift, with statistics displayed on the left side, including speed and power output. The road curves ahead with trees and spectators visible. An event timer shows

Zwift – Surge to the Max in France

Distance
30.1mi
Climb
1,024ft
Moving time
1:35:50

I got sucked into a Zwift challenge before remembering how bad the Zwift training programs suck. The theory behind them is good. The execution has problems. No matter what gearing you choose Zwift will adjust your trainer so that you match what it is recommending as closely as possible. If you stop pedaling for any reason it will turn the resistance on the trainer as high as it can possibly go. I had to get off my trainer to adjust the fan. When I tried to start back up it took all my strength and complete body weight just to get the crank to move 1/2 revolution. I think it’s a bug but maybe it’s by design. Either way it makes me not use the Zwift training programs.

The ride – Zwift

The bike – Trek Madone (Trainer)

A cyclist in an orange jersey rides on a cobblestone path in a virtual race on Zwift. The scene includes colorful banners and spectators cheering, while digital stats display race progress, rankings, and nearby cyclists' performance. Confetti flutters in the air as the cyclist approaches a sprint segment. A map is shown in the corner, indicating the cyclist's location on the course.A ride report from Zwift showing statistics for a completed cycling challenge titled A cyclist in an orange shirt rides along a virtual road in Zwift, with a timer displaying 15 seconds until completion of a cooldown phase. On the left side, a list outlines workout details and achievements. In the background, there are spectators and a digital map showing nearby Zwifters and routes. The scene is bright and colorful, reflecting a dynamic cycling environment.