The Ride Home Is Part Of The Ride

The ride home is where people get lazy. The good roads are done, the photos have been taken, and everyone starts thinking about food, showers, and getting the bike parked. That is exactly when attention can drop.

There is a quiet skill in finishing a ride properly. Keep reading the road. Leave space. Do not chase someone elseâ?Ts tired pace. If the group is splitting off, make the plan clear before everyone starts peeling away at roundabouts.

Some of the best riders are not the ones who look sharp for twenty minutes. They are the ones who still ride clean when the day is nearly done.