Ep. 34: WTRL’s Martin Carew Talks Zwift Racing League

The Zwift Racing League is quite possibly the largest community-based racing league in the world. Does it also have the most cheaters, cruisers, and sandbaggers? 

WTRL’s Martin Carew is here to say he’s doing things on his end, but can he and is Zwift doing enough? 

In episode 34 of the Virtual Velo Podcast, Chris and Si ask those questions and more! 

Martin explains the built-in anti-cheating system he has in place, the challenge of finding the perfect balance between credibility and inclusivity, and the limitations he faces. 

Plus, the guys introduce a new recurring feature they call “Cycling Shorts.”

A complete rundown of cycling esports headlines, insider information, investigative reporting, and industry trends. Another way that the Virtual Velo Network is your Central Source For Cycling Esports!

Chris also shares insight from his conversations with Eric Min, USAC’s Jim Miller, Matt Stephens, and other cycling dignitaries while covering the Star Track Benefit for Cycling Weekly.

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For an even deeper dive, check out the following articles cited in the episode.

• The “Met Gala of US Track Cycling” draws stars and dignitaries in support of the sport’s youth [Cycling Weekly, Nov. 13, 2023]
• MyWhoosh Enhances Route Selection and Introduces App Upgrades  [Zommunique, Nov. 13, 2023]
• 2024 USA Cycling Esports National Qualifiers and Echelon Racing League Info Now Available [Zommunique, Nov. 12, 2023]
• IOC Sports Director Opens the Door Wider For Cycling Esports Medal Recognition [Zommunique, Nov. 11, 2023]
• Cycling Canada Returns to Zwift for 23/24 Esports Season, National Team Selection on MyWhoosh [Zommunique, Oct. 31, 2023] 
• Wahoo and Zwift Bundles Now Across Full KICKR Range With New Pricing [Zommunique, Nov. 21, 2023]

To support the great work they do over at Star Track Cycling, visit. http://www.StarTrackCycling.org/benefit 

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