I can’t tell you how many times I hear, “Wait, is that Scotty in your pocket? I want one!” Apparently, he’s the must-have accessory of the season!
Yes! Scotty in your pocket is a new feature in Zwift.
Who…or what exactly is Scotty?
Scotty the Squirrel, Zwift’s cheeky little mascot who’s been stealing hearts (and maybe some virtual snacks) all over the game! You’ll spot Scotty darting around as an animated squirrel or chilling on quirky statues – like the famous one rocking a traffic cone hat in Glasgow.
Fun fact: Scotty’s named after Scott Barger, one of Zwift’s co-founders, whose boundless energy inspired this furry legend.
I want a Scotty in my pocket!
Scotty’s not just here for cute cameo appearances. Scotty is now part of Zwift’s “Streak Flair” system, where your avatar’s jersey pocket becomes Scotty’s personal playground.
Keep pedaling week after week, and Scotty rewards your dedication with some seriously cool swag: first a shiny medal, then a sneaky keychain version, and if you’re a streak superstar hitting 24 weeks, an animated Scotty will ride shotgun with you – waving, bouncing, and cheering you on every pedal stroke.
Streak levels? How does it work?
Keep your streak alive, and your avatar will strut around with some seriously cool pocket flair! But miss a week? Uh-oh. Your Scotty flair gets shy and slips quietly back into your back pocket, waiting patiently for you to build that streak back up.
Here’s how your streak flair levels up:
Level 1
Hit week 4, and bam! A shiny Pocket Medal pops up, proudly showing off your growing fitness mojo. This little badge of honor sticks around until you hit 12 weeks.
Level 2
At 12 weeks, your dedication gets a boost – a cute Keychain Scotty starts peeking out of your pocket, cheering you on as your trusty furry sidekick. Keep riding, and your keychain buddy will hang tight until you reach 24 weeks.
Level 3
Now we’re talking! Hit the big 24-week milestone, and animated Scotty comes alive, bouncing and waving from inside your pocket. This lively little pal rides shotgun with you as long as you keep that streak rolling.
I’ve ridden 24 weeks. Where’s my Scotty!
You’ve been riding strong for over 24 weeks, but you don’t see Scotty? Ahhh, don’t panic. You probably just forgot to unleash your Streak Flair! Here’s how to bring Scotty out to play:
- Fire up your Zwift app.
- Cruise over to Settings → Audio & Video.
- Scroll down until you spot the magical Streak Flair section.
- Select Fun from the dropdown.
Voilà! Scotty’s ready to jump into your jersey pocket and cheer you on! Get ready for some tail-wagging, pedal-pumping fun!
Take your Zwift streak outside?
Good news! Your outdoor rides now count! If you’re cruising with a Garmin or Wahoo bike computer, those fresh-air adventures will boost your Zwift streak just like your indoor sessions.
Before you head outside, head over to Zwift’s 3rd Party Connection page. Here’s the magic trick: disconnect your current connection and then reconnect your Garmin or Wahoo account. Your outdoor rides start rolling into Zwift’s fitness tracker with every outdoor pedal stroke keeping your streak alive.
So go ahead, hit the road, feel the breeze, and watch your streak grow – because now Zwift’s cheering for you indoors and outdoors!
When life throws a wrench
Look at you, spinning strong for 12 weeks straight. No missed beats! You’ve just unlocked a shiny Streak Saver! Think of it as your secret weapon to keep that streak alive, even when life throws a wrench in your riding plans.
For every 12-week streak you crush, you earn a fresh Streak Saver. Stack up to two of these little lifesavers and keep your streak going strong, no matter what comes your way.
Keep pedaling week after week
Scotty is a fun little high-five for all your hard work and consistency. So keep pedaling and enjoy the ride with Scotty as your quirky co-pilot on every Zwift adventure!