1. Club Ride Basics/Organisation

• I will endeavour to arrive at Discover Bikes already registered with a group via the on-line booking system, if I have been unable to pre-register for the ride I understand that I may not be able to ride with my preferred group if it is already full. I will therefore follow the directions of the Discover Bikes’ staff member who will try to slot me into a suitable group
• I will arrive in good time, ready for the ride to start at the advertised time
• I am a current Discover Bikes’ club member (guest riders are always welcome, but we encourage non-members to join if they are enjoying the rides)
• I will not leave anything behind at Discover Bikes
• I will stay in the pre assigned group and not change groups, unless prompted to do so by a member of Discover Bikes’ staff
• I’ll wait in my group’s meeting area in the Discover Bikes’ car park
• I’ll introduce myself to the group leader and other riders in the group

2. Rules of the Road

• I will abide by ALL RULES OF THE ROAD
  • I will stop at red lights
  • I will move into single file on narrow roads if cars are coming
  • I will signal before turning
  • I will slow right down for horses
• I will point out or shout out for hazards e.g. potholes to the other riders

3. Pace

• I will choose a group that matches the speed I want to ride at – based on the indication of the speed on the entry system, and the speed of the other riders
• If I’m not sure what pace group to choose, I’ll ask group leaders and riders that I’ve previously ridden with which group will suit me
• I will try to keep the pace steady – I will not accelerate drastically at the front of the group, or try to ride away from the other riders
• I will keep an eye out for riders behind me
• If other riders are dropped I will let the group know and slow down for them
• I will do my turns on the front
• I will hold a straight line, whether on the front, or directly behind the rider in front (not off to the side)

4. Kit and Equipment

• I will wear a helmet at all times on the club ride
• I will ensure my bike is roadworthy
• If my bike has tri-bars, I won’t ride on them in a group
• I will ensure I have the means to fix my own punctures
• I will bring enough fluid and food for the ride (and maybe some extra just in case)