Silent Virtual Shifting for Smarter Indoor Riding

 

Zwift Cog and Click Upgrade Kit Review

If you spend a good chunk of winter riding indoors, you’ll know that small upgrades can make a big difference to how enjoyable your sessions feel. The Zwift Cog and Click Upgrade Kit, priced at £49.99, is one of those upgrades that quietly transforms your setup without demanding a full overhaul of your bike or trainer.

Designed to work seamlessly with Zwift, the Cog and Click brings virtual shifting and full in-game control directly to your handlebars. It’s simple, clever, and surprisingly satisfying to use.

A cleaner, quieter way to shift

At the heart of the system is virtual shifting. Instead of physically moving the chain across multiple sprockets, the Zwift Cog delivers 24 silent, instant virtual gears. The result is smooth, noise-free shifting with far less drivetrain wear. No clunks, no grinding, just consistent resistance changes that feel natural on climbs, flats, and sprints.

For riders who hate the racket of a traditional cassette on a turbo trainer, this alone is a huge win.

Control Zwift without breaking rhythm

The Click controller mounts neatly on your handlebars and gives you full control while riding. You can shift gears, steer, navigate menus, and even dish out Ride Ons without reaching for your keyboard or phone. It keeps you immersed in the ride, especially during races, group rides, or structured workouts where interruptions kill momentum.

It’s one of those features you don’t realise you need until you’ve tried it.

Quick setup, minimal faff

Installation is refreshingly straightforward. The Cog fits onto a Shimano Hyperglide freehub body and offers 10 adjustable sprocket positions, making chain alignment quick and painless. No specialist tools, no complicated setup process, and no mechanical knowledge required.

The system works with a growing list of Zwift Cog-compatible direct-drive smart trainers and supports almost any 8–13-speed bike, making it a practical option for most indoor cyclists.

More than just Zwift

Although clearly built with Zwift in mind, the Cog and Click also works with other indoor cycling apps such as Rouvy, giving it extra versatility if you like mixing up your training platforms. That makes it a smarter long-term investment rather than a single-app accessory.

Who is it for?

The Zwift Cog and Click Upgrade Kit is ideal for riders who:

• Train indoors regularly and want a quieter setup

• Share a smart trainer between multiple bikes

• Want faster, cleaner shifting without drivetrain wear

• Value immersion and convenience during virtual rides

For £49.99, it’s a relatively affordable upgrade that noticeably improves the indoor riding experience.

Final thoughts

The Zwift Cog and Click Upgrade Kit is a smart, well-executed addition to any compatible indoor setup. It doesn’t try to reinvent indoor cycling, it simply makes it smoother, quieter, and more enjoyable. For Zwift users especially, it feels less like an accessory and more like how indoor riding should work.

To check the latest prices, compatibility, and available options, visit the
→ Zwift Cog and Click Upgrade Kit page on Velostrive

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