Questions tagged [group-rides]

I generally ride alone. Recently while riding along at my normal pace, a very large group ride caught me. By large, I mean at least 50 riders. By virtue of the magic of drafting, by the time about ten riders were past me, I had no problem at all…

For most casual group rides I've ridden, there are points where the lead pack pauses to wait for dropped riders (usually at the top of climbs). When the last dropped rider has regrouped, the pack immediately starts off again. I've always wondered…

Some bike clubs charge annual dues or fees to join. What do I have to consider when determining whether to join a club? Any clear tell-tale signs to avoid? A more subjective question is: what is the point of joining a club, especially if you are…