Alpe du Zwift under the hour TOP 3 TIPS | How I went SUB 60

Going under 60 mins on Alpe du Zwift took me two proper attempts and these are the THREE TIPS I'd give anyone close to cracking it.

I'm no expert, but I'm heavier than most and pretty new to cycling so if you're in the same boat - these pointers may help you too. Good luck!

[XX-isps]

As a 67kg rider, seeing your raw wattage numbers is just completely terrifying 😅 If you’ve developed a good aero posture on the bike you must be an absolute weapon in flat TTs and triathlon bike sections

[alexrobinfuller]

Just managed to go sub 60 yesterday (59.06) at 100kg’s and upped my FTP to 321! Thanks for the motivation Mark 🚴

[Deathcultreaper]

Thank you for your in-depth review. I love your enthusiastic, yet relaxed form of speaking. Great!

[Christian-shuh]

You are an Expert, in determination and strength, that's all it takes to climb on a bike/Zwift. What you have proved is try hard enough and most things are achievable.

[EagleLogic]

As a 108 kg rider, I am working on getting my weight down a little bit more. I average about 275 watts up the alpe, but that is just a little bit over 2.5 w/kg. This video is very inspiring and helpful. THANK YOU!

[kerpow]

I managed it today too. Used a similar approach, first proper attempt was 60:25 so only needed half a minute off. I set off quicker and was about 1:30 ahead at half way. But, I was tiring, and was worried I’d gone too hard at the beginning. The last 5k was a real mental battle, digging deep to hold the pace. Finished in 59:35. Felt physically sick at the end, but glad I’ve got the badge and achieved that milestone. Congrats to all that have done this!

[keithhigginson]

Lovely video Mark. I'm an Alpe Du Zwift enthusiast and a video like this is so so beneficial to anyone wanting to do a sub 1 hr

[oneaweekmulti-sportclub]

This is awesome! One of the most informative videos I have ever viewed on any Zwift element and YouTube!!

[medicblog]

Most important learning point so far - a renewed love of the Rocky 4 soundtrack!! 😂. Currently playing as I wash the dishes!!
Brilliant videos - the only content creator who I subscribe to AND have an alert when you post a new video so I can come and watch it. Truly hope your following grows and grows!

[deployeddan]

Awesomeness, pure awesomeness! Congrats on the achievement and please keep these magnificent videos coming!

[martynsmith]

Cheers Mark! Followed your advice and did 57 min climb this morning, first attempt. Am well chuffed!

[patrickflanagan]

I'm soon to be 57 years and weigh a massive 57.8 kg.
I ride the Alp standing the whole way as I find I can sit on 240w and up to 250 on a good day. 47 min is my record, Seated would be a very in painful experience I think. Nice video. And great advice.

[Joshua-dxzn]

The joys of being a light rider. I'm putting out around 180 watts and still finishing that climb in roughly the same time. It is a crazy tough ride though.

[ozzyo]

Tips:
-Set your trainer read out to be 3 second average.
-Don't be afraid to lower your trainer difficulty if your hearing is suited to flat terrain, i.e you don't have a 28 or 32 cassette.
-Make damn sure you activate the Everest challenge before you start your AdZ missions, it'll work towards your Tron bike.
-Visit the drop shop before you climb, get yourself a climber frame (Canyon Aeroad/Specialized Tarmac SL7) and some climbing wheels, ENVE 3.4 or DT Swiss Arc (quicker than Zipp 202).

You're welcome :-)

[danlancaster]

Congrats on the subs and glad to have subscribed. Enjoy your sense of humor.

[backofthepack]

Thanks for the advice Mark used your spreadsheet idea and what times I need to be at each turn, saved 11 minutes off of my previous time 01:16:02 to 1:04:52

[ibnchukkara]

The first video of you going up the Alpe du Zwift is absolutly epic. Brave to show the complete footage. Great work. Sorry that I had a good laugh at that. Me myself I am still way above the one hour mark and I feel sick everytime I go up there. I am a bit jealous of you grabbing "my" badge.

[letitiascott]

Thanks for all your videos! Love the hilarity and rawness of your truthfulness. Found you on Zwift and am following you there too!

[WHEREAMI]

Did this yesterday (my third ascent). The spreadsheet of your times was invaluable, thank you! It didn't help that my chain came off TWICE in the first two minutes, I was so angry that I was nevertheless able to beat your time to the first corner... The Rocky IV soundtrack is absolutely key.

[craigjok]

Awesome. I'm sitting at 1 hr 4 minutes on this climb. Will use your tips. My added challenge is that I'm 69 kg and 65 years old. Just made it to category B and level 26 on Zwift. I've got my work cutout. Thx