Comments on: How (and Why) to Take an FTP Test on Zwift

By: Eric Schlange

Eric Schlange — Wed, 03 Apr 2024 16:29:46 +0000

In reply to T Scott Johnson. I believe you can contact Zwift support and ask them to do that.

By: T Scott Johnson

T Scott Johnson — Wed, 03 Apr 2024 00:22:48 +0000

Is there a way to reset my power curve? My first rides were not calibrated so now my FTP is 255 and my VO2 is 48 (never was there even when I was 50 years younger!). I understand that a recalculation takes place every 90 days, but is there a work around?

By: Caitlin C

Caitlin C — Tue, 19 Mar 2024 20:06:39 +0000

I just did the FTP test but I don’t know how to find my result?

By: Eric Schlange

Eric Schlange — Tue, 06 Feb 2024 22:33:18 +0000

In reply to Abby. If you take a RAMP test, the whole thing is in ERG mode, so you don't need to switch gears as the workout manages resistance for you. If you take the 20-minute test, you'll need to switch gears during the 20-minute portion. The preferred gear would be the one that lets you put out the most power!

By: Abby

Abby — Tue, 06 Feb 2024 22:22:19 +0000

During an FTP test on a trainer, should you be switching bike gears? Or is there a preferred gear to be in during the test?

By: Claire Miller

Claire Miller — Thu, 11 Jan 2024 07:12:36 +0000

I did an FTP test the other day. i thought I saw something pop up to say that my threshold heart rate had increased but I cannot find this anywhere. Is there a way to search for this please? Thank you

By: AndyW

AndyW — Mon, 06 Nov 2023 14:00:17 +0000

In reply to Dave. U can adjust the FTP within Zwift manually.

By: Dave

Dave — Mon, 06 Nov 2023 12:01:16 +0000

My Computrainer malfunctioned during a W/O and sent my wattage numbers wild ranging from 0 to 2000. ZWIFT recalculated my FTP and now I am trying to reset the FTP to the correct number. I don’t recall seeing the training screen but I will try to do a new FTP test if I can find it.

By: Todd

Todd — Wed, 11 Oct 2023 22:23:30 +0000

In reply to Eric Schlange. Thank you Eric!

By: Eric Schlange

Eric Schlange — Wed, 11 Oct 2023 21:40:20 +0000

In reply to Todd. Yes, Zwift will estimate your FTP in-game based on your 20 minute power. When you do the FTP test, do it with ERG on so your warmup is accurate. It will put you into free ride mode when it's time to do the 20-minute max effort.