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Competitive Zwift racing. Built by the community.
Competitive Zwift racing. Built by the community.
The Army Cycling eRacing team represents Army Cycling in virtual racing across Zwift Racing League, WTRL Team Time Trial and other community events.
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New to Army Cycling eRacing Team
New to Army Cycling eRacing Team
Here’s what you need to know before your first race.
Here’s what you need to know before your first race.
This page is for riders who are new to Zwift racing or new to Army Cycling eRacing.
No jargon. No pressure. Just the basics.
Quick reality check
Quick reality check
Army Cycling eRacing team is a racing community, not a fully resourced training programme.
We don’t currently run regular structured workouts or weekly group rides.
Most riders join to race once or twice a week when they can.
If that works for you — you’re in the right place.
What ACeRS actually is
What ACeRS actually is
Competitive Zwift racing under Army Cycling
Open & Female categories
All categories welcome
Fair racing environment
Community-led and still growing
What ACeRS isn’t (yet)
What ACeRS isn’t (yet)
A coached training programme
A place for daily group rides
A requirement to race every week
What you need before your first race
What you need before your first race
Zwift account
Smart trainer or power-enabled setup
Heart Rate Monitor (required for most events)
Discord account (recommended)
Rough idea of your Zwift Racing Score (ZRS)/ pace category
Don’t worry if you’re unsure on category — we’ll help.
Getting set up – step by step
Getting set up – step by step
Join the Army Cycling Discord
This is where race comms and updates liveRegister your interest on the Discord
Say hello!Check your category
We can help if you’re unsurePick a race and jump in
Your first race doesn’t need to be perfect.
Everyone has a rough first one.
How often do I need to race?
How often do I need to race?
There’s no minimum requirement.
Some riders race every week.
Others race when work and life allow.
Even turning up occasionally helps build numbers.
Common questions
Common questions
Q: I’ve never raced on Zwift — is that a problem?
A: Not at all. Many riders start here.
Q: What if I’m not very strong?
A: There are categories for a reason.
Q: Do I need a team kit?
A: Only for certain leagues — we’ll guide you.
Q: What if I can’t commit long-term?
A: No issue. Try a race and see.
Your first race is the hardest step.
Your first race is the hardest step.
After that, it gets easier.
After that, it gets easier.
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