Group Riding Etiquette

Cycling is not something you have to do alone; you can do it with a group of friends. Group riding is a fun activity that combines cycling with team work. In order to have fun without compromising on safety, it is vital to learn how to ride safely as a group. Proper group riding will help you save vital energy and will also allow you to cover long distances with ease. There is also a social aspect to group riding; it promotes harmony and also allows you to connect with fellow cyclists.

Riding Formation

The first and foremost aspect of group riding is the riding formation. There are generally two types of riding formations. If you are part of a reasonably big group, the recommended formation is to ride side-by-side in rows of 2. There are two riders at the front of the group. The tail may have either one or two riders.Every 5 minutes, the right sided rider at the front slows down and moves one row behind. His place is taken by the left sided rider in a chain like motion. This technique is called