Best VIRTUAL SHIFTING Options for Zwift in 2025!

In this video I compare all of the virtual shifting, steering, braking and in game control features of the Zwift Cog and Click, the Zwift Play Controllers and the Zwift Ride. Watch to learn all about how each of these innovative products can improve your indoor cycling experience, racing performance and make the game more immersive. Thanks to @ZwiftInsider for some of the charts used in the video, find them at Eric's great post and review -https://zwiftinsider.com/play/ Comparison charts detailing the functionality differences between the Zwift Cog and Click, the Play controllers and the Zwift Ride can be found here - https://zwiftinsider.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Zwift_Play-Control-Schemes-Preset-B-Revised.pdf within Eric's post that he posted when the Play controllers were launched - https://zwiftinsider.com/play-launch/ You can watch my Zwift Ride 4000km review video here - https://youtu.be/cGULNTt93po?si=awXVHnIUjDvQf0qT You can view the Zwift virtual shifting trainer compatibility list here - https://support.zwift.com/en_us/zwift-ready-trainers-r1x1sNas0 For Rouvy users, here is the link for the information about using virtual shifting in their game - https://support.rouvy.com/hc/en-us/articles/32452137189393-Virtual-Shifting Chapters 00:00 Intro 01:01 Zwift Cog and Click 01:42 Virtual Shifting 03:08 Zwift Play Controllers 06:05 Zwift Ride 07:30 Which one is for you? 08:01 Top 5 reasons to upgrade 10:25 In game demonstration 19:21 Outro All details mentioned in the video are believed to be correct at the time of filming but please make sure you do your own research before making any purchases! ------------------------- Gear I use (affiliate links support the channel and some have discounts for you as well!) Wahoo Kickr Core 2 – Discount Links 🇬🇧 UK - https://zwiftinc.sjv.io/c/6373776/3280524/20902?subId3=yxlPMX2T 🇺🇸 US - https://zwiftinc.sjv.io/c/6373776/3280527/20902?subId3=ZwD4l5tO 🇪🇺 EU - https://zwiftinc.sjv.io/c/6373776/3280522/20902?subId3=zJX8NfRl Zwift Ride with Wahoo Kickr Core 2 – Discount Links 🇬🇧 UK - https://zwiftinc.sjv.io/c/6373776/3258789/20902?subId3=P9102lZs 🇺🇸 US - https://zwiftinc.sjv.io/c/6373776/3258787/20902?subId3=p0inUwso 🇪🇺 EU - https://zwiftinc.sjv.io/c/6373776/3258790/20902?subId3=1WqGuSfM 5 Week Free Trial with Rouvy (Indoor Cycling with Realistic Routes) https://www.rouvy.com enter CHADRIDES at registration (select single user/monthly payment) Smart Fan - https://www.cycplus.com/products/cycplus-high-power-smart-fitness-fan enter CHADRIDESFAN at checkout Smart Fan - https://amzn.to/49KTS7R Budget Fan - https://amzn.to/45YoRvO Headphones (UK) - https://uk.shokz.com/products/openrun-pro2 (Use JAMES10 for £10 off) Headphones - https://amzn.to/4r096wq Carb & Electrolytes Powder - https://amzn.to/4sNmWnN Heart Rate Monitor - https://amzn.to/4qmJrhI Bone Conductor headphones - https://ukshokz.sjv.io/RGgkmy Indoor cycling table - https://amzn.to/49KxkE7 Sunglasses - https://revoray.com/?ref=CHADRIDE Main Camera - https://amzn.to/4r0Gfs4 360 Camera - https://www.insta360.com/sal/x5?utm_source=AffiliateCenter&utm_medium=copylink&utm_term=INRIWPV On Body Camera - https://www.insta360.com/sal/go-ultra?utm_source=AffiliateCenter&utm_medium=copylink&utm_term=INRIWPV Budget 360 Camera - https://www.insta360.com/sal/x4-air?utm_source=AffiliateCenter&utm_medium=copylink&utm_term=INRIWPV Action Camera - https://www.insta360.com/sal/ace-pro-2?utm_source=AffiliateCenter&utm_medium=copylink&utm_term=INRIWPV Action Camer - https://amzn.to/4r0Gzag Drone - https://amzn.to/49OElnt Microphone - https://amzn.to/4qxqGID Bike Insurance - https://bikmo.avln.me/c/IVZgfAiDomBL Le Col Cycling wear - https://lecol.avln.me/c/XsEphfbhhmtE Omnirocker rocker plates - UK only – https://omnirocker.com/ Creator tools Shorts Creator - https://www.opus.pro/?via=chadrides Channel Analysis - https://vidiq.com/ChadRides ------------------------- Welcome to Chad Rides — the channel dedicated to Zwift, Rouvy, MyWhoosh indoor cycling and outdoor cycling. Whether you're racing in the Zwift Racing League (ZRL), struggling through FTP tests, cycling for weight loss or to improve your fitness and mental health, you’ll find real insight, honest reviews, and racing breakdowns to help you ride smarter and stronger. Subscribe and join me on our collective cycling journey! Visit https://www.chadrides.com If you like the channel please consider supporting Chad Rides https://buymeacoffee.com/chadrides