A typical problem (but not the only one) for all kind of remote competitions is the difference in time zones, equipment, age, available time and training goals. Without some reasonable time pressure, competitive drive is always in question. That is why all team sports (and most teams) live on an annual cycle. On the other hand, individual athletic careers or training goals are subject to long-term planning and strategy. We have taken into account every comment of yours, and made a decision which we hope will comprise different needs and points of view. We have never ignored the requests of core users in the past. Nor we are going to do it in the future. With that in mind, let’s jump to overview the changes.
NEW CAREER CONCEPT
It is worth noting that for the majority of Rouvy (formerly VT) users, the beginning of the “Career Mode” was never an issue of first, second or, sometimes, even third importance. There is nothing wrong or special in that. Rouvy is mostly about great routes, planning and tracking of individual trainings; being a platform for riding structured workouts and a community of like-minded people. On the other hand, it is a decent gamification feature that sets us apart from others. It is also one of the ways we can bring new and best quality content to the attention of beginners on the platform. We hope the new dynamic format will help many stay focused and motivated for a longer period of time than just “next winter.”
Seasonal Timing
- Rouvy Season will last for 11-12 months, and starts every year in October-November.
- To make numbers comparable on a season-to-season basis, the intensity of each level separately (and altogether overall) in TSS points will be the same year after year.
- Outdoor points are welcomed and continue to be valid (but power meter is still a must). More info is in the knowledge base.
Subject of Reset
- To keep things fresh and interesting, “Career Tasks” for each level will be updated every season.
- Accounts with an absolute “0” activity on the trainer in the last season will be downgraded to “Starter” (relates to Legends as well).
- All tasks and accumulated points in your current Career Level (“My Career”) will be reset every year to zero.
Thus, you are not going to be limited in time needed for career building (no distraction from any specialized training), and you will always keep the current status and badge for the next season. Of course, it will cause more pressure regarding whether or not you are going to make the next level before the end of the season. But there should be some intrigue, right? Everything is in your hands, so plan the end of seasons smartly and accordingly.
Seasonal Results
- All current results, up to November 7, 2017, are to be counted as those reached for Season 16/17.
- Career Level resets will never affect any personal and all-time statistics.
- All records will be archived in seasonal results.
You'll be able to see how hard anyone rides and performs over the current season leaderboards based on age groups and some other metrics, later, on year-to-year boards (to be elaborated upon later).
Legends
First, congratulations to all those who have reached Legend status! Everyone is proud of you! You have made it to the “Hall of Fame” of Legends that will stay there for all time.
Being a live Legend is cool, but there should be something else down the road, right?
The first good news is that you can stay in ‘Legend’ status as long as you want and still be eligible for all draws. The second good news is that a reset for Legends (at the moment) is manual. (If you want one, please request our support to do so.) There won’t be any special levels for Legends. Stating this, we are established on the following assumptions:
- Obviously making your Career a lifelong, never-ending journey is neither our objective nor your expectation.
- If you are concentrating on completing one, it is possible to finish ‘Career Mode’ in one season. For multiple and esteemed reasons, this has not been a choice of many people.
- The main battle is against yourself. Rouvy is a facilitator in this encounter on the light side, not a conductor.
Making a long story short, there will be some special badges for those who will complete a Career a few times. An available reset for Legends is possible only to full “zero” (Starter), but the status of the former Legend will be demonstrated by a special icon in the rider’s profile.
‘Double/Triple Legends’ will receive a special master’s badge and intergalactical respect. We are curious which names you would like us grant to those???
So, may the power be with you… and way to go!
CHANGES IN LEVELS & BONUS SYSTEM
In the new season Rouvy will take you across the globe, from the top of the Alps in Europe to the United States featuring the most famous cycling places - Col du Galibier, Passo dello Stelvio, Valley of the Tears, etc. Then you´ll be facing different types of workouts, online races, and last but not least our branded Challenges. With every next level tasks are getting harder and you´ll be challenged even more and more.
There is no change in the number of levels. Just the first two were renamed for a “better feel and look.” 'Registered' turned to 'STARTER' and 'Novice' is 'TALENTED' now. To make loss of points in the level less of a regret, there is an unprecedented annual budget (the same as for Challenges) for Career 17/18: up to $10,000 in different sweet prizes!
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Talented
A draw for 1 Tacx Flux smart trainer |
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Amateur A draw for 1 heart rate monitor every month |
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Elite A draw for a package of branded items every month |
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Regional Class A draw for 2 subscriptions every month |
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Professional A draw for 1 New Kickr smart trainer |
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National Champion A draw for 2 tyres' packages every month |
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World Class
A draw for 1 PowerCal every month Details |
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Legend
Rouvy Cycling Jersey for everyone who reached the level Details |
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*Upper levels are automatically part of the drawings of the lower ones for the current season with the exception for idle accounts (“0” activity in the last season). Those are not part of the draws. Find all rules in the details of the respective levels.
Surely the lottery is not a thing that is going to work for everyone, but that comes only as a bonus, right? We believe a hundred loaded riders during the season can make quite a difference. Moreover, a branded jersey is promised and guaranteed to everyone who will climb their way up to the top.
Please note that whether the 18/19 season will remain equally sweet depends on you. To be more precise, it will depend on how well you help spread the word. The more people who will take part in Career Mode this season, the more chances the number of prizes will grow. At the end of each season, some short summary of the most interesting moments is to be presented.
If we missed something important to you, please let us know in the comments or contact our support team.
Today, November 8, 2017, a new milestone for Rouvy riders is (RE) set. Let’s make it happen... enjoy the new season and ride on!
