Ride Level
Social Butterflies
Social Butterflies
Social Butterflies
The Social Butterfly is ideal for new rider, especially those new cycling, seeking .
The average trek for this group is 15 miles. The average speed is about 12 mph. Expect moderate hills, regular regroups and breaks. This is a no drop ride.
A "no drop" ride is a group bike ride where no one is left behind, even if a rider is unable t
The Social Butterfly is ideal for new rider, especially those new cycling, seeking .
The average trek for this group is 15 miles. The average speed is about 12 mph. Expect moderate hills, regular regroups and breaks. This is a no drop ride.
A "no drop" ride is a group bike ride where no one is left behind, even if a rider is unable to keep up the pace or has a mechanical issue. The group will either wait for the rider to catch up or accompany them back to the starting point.
GROUP
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Must be able to ride 15 miles.
- Maintain a pace of 12 mph.
- Ride a standard road or gravel bike
- No mountain bikes
- No Fat tire bikes
- No triathlon (TT) bikes
- No tandems or recumbent bikes
- No use of aero bars is allowed
- No headsets
- No earbuds
- Bone-conducting headphones are ok
- Comfortably ride with good balance.
- Comfortably with others around you
- No use of aero bars is allowed.
- Be able to comfortably take on nutrition and drink from your water bottle while riding.
- Point out debris/hazards to others while riding with one hand.
- Regular, cage, or clip-in pedals
- Help is always available for flat tires. We will help you
Roadsters
Social Butterflies
Social Butterflies
The Roadster is ideal for the intermediate riders or those seeking a recovery ride.
The average trek is around 35 miles, with an average speed of 14 mph. Riders should expect moderately intense rolling hills with regular regroup and stops.
"Regroup" means that all group riders will slow down and wait for slower riders who may have fa
The Roadster is ideal for the intermediate riders or those seeking a recovery ride.
The average trek is around 35 miles, with an average speed of 14 mph. Riders should expect moderately intense rolling hills with regular regroup and stops.
"Regroup" means that all group riders will slow down and wait for slower riders who may have fallen behind, allowing everyone to come back together as a pack before continuing on at the group's ride pace.
GROUP
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Comfortably ride 35 miles.
- Maintain a pace of 14 mph.
- Ride a standard road bike
- No mountain bikes
- No Fat tire bikes
- No triathlon (TT) bikes
- No tandem or recumbent bikes
- No use of aero bars is allowed
- No headsets
- No earbuds
- Bone-conducting headphones are ok
- Be able to comfortably take on nutrition and drink from your water bottle while riding
- Point out debris/hazards to others while riding with one hand.
- Clip-in/out of your pedals
- Change a flat tire. We will help you with this process but we will not do it for you, as this is part of the education process. We will guide you through it
- Comfortably ride on public roads with tight shoulders and/or traffic
Cyclepaths
Social Butterflies
Cyclepaths
Just as the name indicates, Cyclepath is ideal for more experienced riders that can ride distance.
The average trek is around 45 miles, with an average speed of 16 mph. This group can roll at 22 mph on flat roads. This is a drop ride. We regroup ONLY at pre-determined stops.
A "drop ride" refers to a group ride where the faster cycl
Just as the name indicates, Cyclepath is ideal for more experienced riders that can ride distance.
The average trek is around 45 miles, with an average speed of 16 mph. This group can roll at 22 mph on flat roads. This is a drop ride. We regroup ONLY at pre-determined stops.
A "drop ride" refers to a group ride where the faster cyclists will not wait for slower riders who fall behind. Riders who can't keep up will be left behind to make it on their own to the next planned stop, or to the finish line.
GROUP
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Comfortably ride 45+ miles.
- Maintain a pace of 16 mph
- Ride a standard road bike
- No mountain bikes
- No Fat tire bikes
- No triathlon (TT) bikes.
- No tandem or recumbent bikes
- No use of aero bars is allowed
- No headsets
- No earbuds
- Bone-conducting headphones are ok
- Be able to comfortably take on nutrition and drink from your water bottle while riding.
- Point out debris/hazards to others while riding with one hand.
- Clip-in/out of your pedals
- Change a flat tire. We will help you with this process but we will not do it for you, as this is part of the education process. We will guide you through it.
- Comfortably ride on public roads with tight shoulders and/or traffic.
- Can ride within a paceline or peloton.
- Comfortable on ide on public roads.
- Comfortable taking tight corners.
- Can battle elevations of up 2,800 feet.
- Comfortable descending at 30+ mph.
- Comfortable with hand signals
what you should know
There's nothing quite like the passion of the open road—the speed and power generated with each pedal stroke is both thrilling and exhilarating. The rolling hills, endless climbs, and fast, winding descents are all part of what makes road cycling so enjoyable. To make ensure that you have a pleasant experience, we encourage you to read through the guidelines below.
Guidelines
- Pick your rides according to the AANGCC ride classification to ensure that you do a ride that is suited to your ability and conditioning. The ride will be more enjoyable for you and will allow the ride leader (s) to do their job effectively. The best way to start is to know your average speed. Most bike computers will measure this for you.
- Note the terrain rating. You may climb slow and descend fast or vice versa but your average will determine where you’ll fit in a group.
- Keep in mind that ride leader (s) may list their rides with multiple ratings of pace and\or terrain to allow for a broader group of riders. Elements of both ratings may apply, be sure you’re comfortable with a variety of riders if you choose these rides.
- Understand the ride description or contact the ride leader (s) for information about the ride.
- Ride leader (s) are not responsible for you if you show for a ride you’re not suited for.
- Always keep your bike well maintained and prepared for the ride. A bike that’s cleaned, tuned, and lubed is a happy bike and will be reliable and easier to ride.
- A basic flat tire and roadside repair kit is a must. A spare tube and\or patch kit, tire levers, pump or CO2 inflator are a must have items.
- Know how to use these things. If you’re unfamiliar with how to change a flat tire, use a CO2 cartridge, or a basic bike pump, we can teach you. You can also practice at home to improve your skills.
- On most rides, there will be others there to help with mechanicals or flats, but have your own supplies.
- Always keep yourself well maintained and prepared for the ride. Eat well and hydrate often. Water bottles are a must, all year long.
- Dress appropriately for the conditions. Layer in cool temps, breathable fabrics when warm.
- Build “base” miles before longer rides.
- Before jumping on long rides, please check your ego at home. Know your limits. More importantly, bee realistic about what you can do.