Club Run Etiquiette

The Sunday club rides welcome new (and resurgent) riders. For everyone’s benefit and safety it is helpful to remind riders of the etiquette that we hope is adopted during the ride:-

  • Your bike should be in a fit and proper road worthy condition (tyres, brakes wheels etc). The Club requires that you wear a cycle helmet for your own safety.
  • You should always carry a pump, spare tube/s, and preferably some essential tools.
  • Mudguards should always be used during the winter season.
  • Riders at the head of the group should point out, and / or verbally warn following riders of the hazard (pot holes, parked cars etc).
  • If a rider is forced to stop due to a puncture or mechanical problem, then the club run will stop to assist the rider to repair or overcome the problem. Riders should stop and wait off the road to avoid creating a traffic hazard.
  • The ride should be conducted in “two abreast” fashion, except where it is  considered to be hazardous when, cyclists will form a single file formation until the hazardous  section of road hasAjax CC been passed.
  • Always observe the Highway Code, in particular Stop signs, traffic lights, and avoid riding on areas dedicated to pedestrians. If the ride becomes “split” due to changing traffic lights, then the lead group should slow down or stop to allow the tail group to rejoin.
  • Avoid responding to bad behaviour or abuse from motorists; be courteous wherever possible and do not damage the club’s good reputation.
Existing club members should make newer riders aware of these guidelines by appropriate example and advice where needed.