Cycling Clubs

[Coggy]

Just discovered the lovely village I have recently moved to has a cycling club that meets on Sunday mornings and does 35-50 mile rides at 12-14 mph average. Bit nervous to join yet as don't want to hold anyone up.

Would it pee you off if a newbie rookie joined your club ?

 

[screenman]

No, it would pee me off if a cyclist did not feel they would be made welcome in our club, the more the merrier.

 

[Coggy]

I think I'll get my 50 mile charity ride out of the way then see if they'll have me !

 

[donnyjnk]

don't be daft get yourself down there.they would take you in and you would learn a few tricks as well.

 

[Steve H]

You will find that you get "pulled along" in a group so your speed will be lifted to some degree on what you normally ride.

If you are comfortable doing the overall distance, then get stuck in. Have a chat with the club secretary or other official, explain what you are currently riding and discuss with them whether it would be suitable to come along.

They'll either welcome you with open arms or point you in the direction of something more appropriate. Most clubs allow everyone a few trial rides before encouraging membership.

 

[Coggy]

Just completed a 50 last weekend at an average of 15.1mph so I think I will look into joining this club soon.

 

[AndyPeace]

Just discovered the lovely village I have recently moved to has a cycling club that meets on Sunday mornings and does 35-50 mile rides at 12-14 mph average. Bit nervous to join yet as don't want to hold anyone up.

Would it pee you off if a newbie rookie joined your club ?

I recently joined a club, just a few weeks ago. I had similar worries about 'holding people up'. I've been out on 2 club social rides and have fallen off the back both times, as have other newbie riders. The group slows it's pace until we are all regrouped. The leader made it quite clear that we were on a social ride, not a training session. I have also been half wheeled whilst at the front and the leader instructed me to stay at a pace comftable for me. The guy who was half wheeling me was left to breakaway from the group and soon found himself exhausted! No one in the group has been grumpy with me, not even the breakaway rider. As the leader pointed out we are still getting to grips with group riding and that the strength of the pack comes from working together. The most important thing that is emphasised is that it's a social ride. After just 2 weeks I feel a part of a team and look forward to Sunday club rides.