Ride Leader Role and Responsibilities

When you turn up for a ride, make yourself known to the designated Ride Leader (RL).

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It’s important to be there for the briefing before a ride. The RL assumes a duty of care to the riders in the group and their safety. The RL must be allowed to direct the group. To clarify roles, call for a split, answer any questions re the route/pace and generally help everyone to stay on track and enjoy the ride.

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If joining the group en-route or having dropped back from a faster group make yourself known to the RL. In turn if leaving the group advise the RL – you won’t be popular if you drop off and the group stops and waits.

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Other  rides may not have a designated RL as such, but rather a core group that often rides together and performs the same duties.

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Rides may also have a Ride Developer in the group. These experienced riders will guide individual riders on aspects to help their riding. (e.g. how to check that its clear to come through on the road, avoiding half wheeling, racing techniques etc). It’s not coaching but sharing expertise from a respected rider.