Rides

Be the eyes and ears of riders behind you. Use simple hand signals for turning left/right and stopping (a member can demonstrate). Verbally call out any hazards you see in the road like potholes or unexpected drains.

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For traffic, we use 'car up!' for cars coming towards us, and 'car back' for traffic approaching behind.

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There's no such thing as over-communication!

The key to safe group riding is predictability. Try to avoid sudden braking or swerving. 

When riding behind someone, avoid overlapping their back wheel with your front wheel (a key cause of accidents).

Until more comfortable with drafting, leave around a bike's length of space to give yourself time to react. Give each other a bit of breathing room.

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There'll come a time when we'll work as a well-oiled paceline!

We operate a 'no-drop' policy on our Sunday spins which means we stick together. 

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The goal is to keep a pace where you can comfortably hold a conversation. If you're at the front, be mindful of the riders at the back and avoid surging in speed.

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At hills, go your own pace, but we regroup at the top before pushing on.

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We'll also look to run faster rides down the line where we can flex a bit!

Before leaving the house, give your bike a quick ABC check: Air in the tyres, Brakes that work and a Chain that is in good shape. 

Bring an inner tube that fits your bike, a small pump, and tyre levers just in case. Members will have theirs too, but come self-prepped.

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And don't forget drink, a small snack for energy (even if you don't think you'll need it), your phone and some money for the all-important coffee shop!