What is “GROUP RIDING?
Group riding is quite simply the way we ride as a group, but there are a few important items to remember. • Ride in a staggered formation – if the leader rides the left side of the lane, then number two bike rides the right side, number three left, and so on. We usually ride in groups of three or five. • Allow a two second interval between you and the bike directly ahead of you. Ride smoothly with a minumum of jockeying back and forth. • Don’t be a lemming – You, not the group leader, are riding your bike. Check for traffic and other hazards – don’t just follow. • Stay within the bounds of your skill level. Don’t be influenced by the bike ahead of you diving into curves like an F16. This is not a race or competition. If you don’t feel comfortable riding in a group, you can ride on your own – Never feel obligated to “Group Ride”. • If someone in your group pulls onto the shoulder and stops – DON’T FOLLOW HIM. Stay with the group. The tail end bike is designated by the leader to stop and
