Time to Sign up! FCC 40th Anniversary Picnic and Ride, Oct 12th |
Group pace categories |
The club attempts to organize rides based on the overall speed of the ride group. Riders can use this as a gauge as to what the pace may be for a given ride. The Ride Leader will set the pace, the rest stops and regroup points as appropriate for the group.
The ‘Group:’ field will be included in the ride calendar that will show the intended pace(s). For example, ‘Group: C’ would indicate that the planned ride pace would be 12 - 15 mph while a ‘Group: ABCD’ would indicate that all paces would be supported.
Group | Pace (mph) | Description |
A | 19 - 20+ |
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B | 16 - 18 |
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C | 12 - 15 |
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D |
12 and below |
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Notes:
- Helmets are required on all FCC rides.
- Members must sign the sign-in roster before each ride for accountability and insurance liability purposes.
- Non-members are covered by FCC insurance only for their first ride.
- Minors must have a parent/guardian sign the sign-in roster on their behalf and be accompanied on the ride by the respective parent/guardian.
- Earbuds or headphones are not permitted.
- Due to safety concerns during group rides, riders with aerobars are prohibited from using them in pacelines or in groups.
- The use of front and rear lights are MANDATORY for all evening club rides for not only your safety, but that of your fellow riders and pedestrians alike. Additionally, sometimes rides are delayed due to flat tires, etc., so there's always a chance you will return at dusk or later.
- BE PREPARED to fix your own flat. Have a bag on the back of your bike with spare tube, tire spoons, and a mini air pump. Practice fixing flats or take a class prior to group rides; you should be able to fix your own flats though the Ride Leader or group may assist.
- Many club rides are "no drop" rides and the leader will stop to regroup at turns or after climbs or may ask an experienced rider to stay with slower riders if they can't keep up with the group (do your best to choose rides that meet your abilities). Many leaders will lead from the front to show the way, though cue sheets (or gps routes) are typically provided. The leader may designate a sweeper to ensure no one is dropped. In some cases, leaders will lead from the mid or back of the pack, depending on the ride/route/attendees. If regular club riders know the route, some may go out front at faster paces, but the leader will be responsible for riding the pace posted and for all riders returning safely to the start. (Unless they abandon the ride by going out front without knowing route or let the leader know they are planning to shorten ride, etc.)
- We welcome you to FCC and look forward to seeing you on our next club ride!