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Comment on First Brevard Gran Fondo attracts top riders by Mike

Mike — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 03:14:32 +0000

Where can I sign up for one of the rides?

Comment on Lost art of the group ride by Kevin

Kevin — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 21:49:16 +0000

Overall and I like this article, but I see some issues with some of what is being said. Although I have “only” been riding for 5 or so years, I am now a certified USAC cycling coach and a cat2 racer in 2 years of racing. My skills were learned from a good group of pack riders. The ride was “C” paced. One Saturday I was kicked out and not because they didn’t like me, or because I wasn’t following rules, but because I’d “outgrown” the ride. They told me where I needed to go and before I knew it I was riding the “A” rides… Only to find out there are some fast guys that can hang with the “a’s”, but lacked the skills learned from the slow and steady guys. I am also a safety advocate. The ride can be fast and safe. Speed doesn’t always equate to dangerous, but dumb riding skills does. Lastly, some group rides are billed as training rides. If I’m on a 63 mile training ride and someone in the group can’t keep up, usually the “leader”, than maybe this isn’t the training you need. There is nothing worse than someone saying your going too fast when you’re keeping a solid 222+mph/avg pace. I think is why most seriously competitive cyclist don’t train in groups unless it is part of a race planned work out.

Comment on Lost art of the group ride by Kim

Kim — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 01:06:49 +0000

Please share ways and ideas you implement safety Natalie, always looking for useful tips. I can only imagine the challenges with the large numbers.

Comment on Lost art of the group ride by Natalie Mathews

Natalie Mathews — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 03:40:56 +0000

If you ever come to Plano, Texas, be sure to look up the Plano Bicycle Association. We are a club of about 575 cycling enthusiasts whose motto is Fun, Challenge, and Safety. We have nine official leader-led PBA rides ranging from Novice to Elite leaving every Saturday morning, along with other rides during the week. We work hard to keep everyone safe. Please go to our website and scroll down to the President’s message. Then click on the PBA Ride Rules link on the right to see how we try to keep the rubber side down.

Comment on Lost art of the group ride by Joel

Joel — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 23:29:52 +0000

Peter, Thanks so much for this; very insightful. I’ve posted links on our club forum and fb page. This is one of those rare “stop and think a moment” writings – to help us realize why we truly lead the club rides and how those new to group riding must feel.

Thanks! – and if you’re ever in Frisco, Tx – we’ve got a spot for you on one of our rides… Shawnee Trail Cycling Club

Comment on Winter Training by Please Be Kind to Cyclists

Please Be Kind to Cyclists — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 20:59:11 +0000

Love the article, Marc. Thought it was funny and humble. Keep it up!

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Comment on Lost art of the group ride by Shawnee Trail CC (@ShawneeTrailCC)

Shawnee Trail CC (@ShawneeTrailCC) — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 18:25:45 +0000

I came across this article while browsing for information on group riding etiquette. Peter Wilborn has done a… http://t.co/D3YQpWua

Comment on Lost art of the group ride by startbikeracing (@startbikeracing)

startbikeracing (@startbikeracing) — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 12:40:14 +0000

Good advice on the The Group Ride: http://t.co/AqNpfnVM

Comment on Winter Training by Yaron Ben-Menashe (@YaronBenMenashe)

Yaron Ben-Menashe (@YaronBenMenashe) — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 15:47:54 +0000

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Comment on Winter Training by Marc Gustafson (@marcgustafson) (@marcgustafson)

Marc Gustafson (@marcgustafson) (@marcgustafson) — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 14:09:20 +0000

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