Additions to the available routes in Zwift may provide extra incentive to those sniffing around a smart indoor trainer purchase.
The Alpe Du Zwift segment
Segment Length: 7.5mi /12km
Segment elevation gain: 3400ft /1036m
Average gradient: 8.5%
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Alpe Du Zwift is part of the Watopia Island course and can be accessed via the Mayan Jungle
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Segments: 21 Hairpins/switchbacks
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Alpe Du Zwift is only open to Zwifters at Level 12 or higher
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The Level 12 Alpe Gate is marked Red when locked, and Green when available
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Zwifters who become level 12 mid-session will immediately be allowed access
Four new, preset routes will be added to Watopia following the release of Alpe Du Zwift:
Four Horsemen
55.5 miles/89.3 km 6929 ft/2112m
Volcano Climb, Hilly Route, Epic KOM, Radio Tower, Mayan Jungle, and Alpe du Zwift
Road to Sky
12.4 miles/19.9km 3753 ft/1144m
Starts at Spruce Goose/pie, goes to top of Alpe du Zwift
Tour of Fire and Ice
15.6 miles/25.1km 3826 ft/1166m
Starts in the Volcano, goes to top of Alpe du Zwift