The Quiet Rules Of A Group Ride

Group rides have rules before anyone says them out loud. Do not crowd the rider in front. Do not vanish without telling someone. Do not turn the day into a race because you are bored. Wait where the route could confuse people. Fuel when the group fuels, even if you think you can stretch it.

None of that sounds exciting, but it is what makes the ride feel easy. Good groups look after the shape of the day. They leave space for different bikes, different skill levels, and the fact that everyone has a life to get back to.

Fast is fun. Considerate is what gets you invited again.