Ten weeks in, the Ribble Winter Racing Series has moved from getting started to building momentum. With a dozen rounds still to race, there’s plenty to play for. If you’ve been on the start line each Thursday, you’ll know how quickly it becomes part of the weekly rhythm. If not, January is one of the best times to jump in.

This series gives winter training real purpose. Not just miles or watts, but competition, consistency and something to build towards as spring comes into view.

Why joining now still makes sense One of the defining features of the series is simple: only your best 10 results count.

• You don’t need to race every week
• Missed races won’t ruin your season
• Joining mid-series still leaves room to make an impact

Start now and you’ll finish winter sharper, fitter and ready for the outdoor season.

1. 500+ riders with at least one result on ZwiftPower
2. Multiple categories racing weekly across A, B, C, D and E
3. A genuinely international field, shoulder to shoulder with the Ribble community

It’s competitive, but it’s welcoming. Whether you’re chasing podiums, sprint points or simply holding wheels longer each week, there’s something to aim for.

Category highlights (week 10 snapshot)

Category A

Fast from the gun. Wayne Edwards and Philip Utley have set an early benchmark with consistent scoring, while the pack tightens as more riders find form. With several strong riders only a few races in, nothing’s settled.

Category B

Arguably the most hotly contested so far. Chris Gibbons leads on points, but depth is the story. Tight gaps, strong participation and plenty of riders still working towards their best ten mean the lead could change hands more than once before March. Ribble riders are well represented here, showing what consistent winter racing delivers.

Category C

Week to week, some of the most competitive racing. Elvis Tanner has been a standout, yet the spread behind keeps it unpredictable. Consistency is king as riders add results and refine form.

Category D

The spirit of the series in one category. Ed Ramsbottom set the pace early, but participation tells the real tale: riders dipping in, building confidence and clearly improving across winter.

Category E

Smaller fields, big performances. Anna Peire has dominated so far with a run of strong results, a great example of focused winter racing.

• Weekly league points that reward commitment
• Sprint and KOM opportunities for extra bite
• Transparent results via ZwiftPower
• Progress rewarded, not just peak days

For newer racers, it’s a low-pressure way to try competition without committing to a full calendar. Race hard when you can. Miss weeks when life gets in the way. Your season is built on your best days, not perfection.

The series starts on 30th October with BRAEk-fast Crits and Grits in Scotland, before visiting the Makuri Islands, London, Watopia and more. Every week features a different course and challenge, giving you plenty of opportunities to push yourself and enjoy the ride. You can see the full calendar and sign up via Zwift Events

Join the Ribble Winter Racing Series today:

• Sign up on Zwift Events
• Join the Ribble Club on Zwift
• Link your ZwiftPower profile to track your results

That’s it. Your results will be counted automatically.

Looking ahead

As we roll into the second half, winter fitness starts to show. Riders sharpen up. Races get harder. The gaps tighten. By the final rounds you won’t just be counting points; you’ll be counting down to spring with a proper block of racing in your legs.

Whether you’ve raced every week or you’re lining up for the first time, there’s still everything to race for.

See you on the start line.