RIDE FORMAT

FRCC Rides may have different Groups:

● TEMPO - Brisk pace, 18-22 mph on flat terrain, Occasional Regrouping, Riders May Be Dropped if repeatedly losing contact.

● FITNESS - Endurance pace, 14-18 mph on flat terrain. No Drop with Regroupings as necessary.

● TOURING - Relaxed / Recovery pace, 12-16 mph on flat terrain. No Drop with Regroupings as necessary.

Tempo & Fitness Groups normally Ride the Same Route and ride together for the first few miles. The Touring Group is spontaneous and may ride the same route or something else (may stop for Coffee ☕ also!). Members may choose to ride in any group. A rider that loses contact with a chosen group may be absorbed by the following Group IF THERE IS ONE. All Riders should have the route on their GPS device and be fully self-sufficient regarding navigation, roadside repair, nutrition & hydration.

Ride format is only available with sufficient attendance and leadership present.. The availability of a group MAY NOT BE KNOWN until the Ride Start.

No Drop: Group waits for riders with mechanicals, Red-Light “splits”, and occasional “gaps”, etc. Riders should, however, be able to maintain the listed average pace which is based upon flat terrain, without wind or other conditions.

RIDER CONDUCT

The FRCC rides in a safe and predictable manner. All Riders Shall:

Wear helmets with proper fit & adjustment.
Follow all laws specific to the areas in which we ride.
Stop and wait at traffic lights & stop signs.
Yield to pedestrians.
Scan for obstacles/risks, warning those behind by visual/verbal cues.
When turning right, take a position behind vehicles turning right.
When going straight, line up left (clear) of the right turn lane
When turning left, each rider is responsible for scanning and the last rider scans and signals the merge left.
When safe, allow vehicles to pass.
Ensure that riders with physical or equipment issues are safe.
Conduct themselves in a reasonable and proper manner, specifically:
- refrain from the usage of inappropriate or vulgar language;
- treat others with courtesy and respect--including vehicle operators;
- maintain ride Safety as the #1 priority;
Maintain their bicycles and equipment in proper working order
Do their best effort to enhance the image of cycling and cyclists.
Do your personal best, stay fit, and have fun!
Happy Riding :)