LET'S RIDE |
ride RulesMany of these rules are common sense; others follow the vehicle code in Arizona. Please become familiar with the rules listed below as well as the hand and verbal signals generally used in cycling. If you have questions, check with the ride leader(s) for guidance. Also reference the Share the Road booklet provided by Pima County DOT; an excellent source for both motorists and cyclists. We welcome E bikes on rides - within the rules of the Tucson and Pima County codes for where these bikes are permitted. While permitted on the loop within the city of Tucson, the majority of the loop path is within Pima County, which does not permit Ebikes on the route. Rules of the Road
General RulesRide Leaders plan routes, organize, assist, mentor and handle problems. If you have a concern, question, problem or see an unsafe condition or rider, talk to the Ride Leader. Ride Leaders reserve the right to cancel rides, change routes, suggest alternative rides, and, if warranted for safety or health reasons, preclude a rider from participation.While we generally don't "drop" riders, faster riders occasionally drop us. We don't want to hold back faster riders on group rides but we ask that they let the ride leader know they intend to split off for a different ride before they do so (we like to be able to account for everyone at ride's end). Note that if a rider gets too far ahead without knowing the planned route and thus gets separated from the group, we say "off the front - on your own." On the other hand, we know that the up-and-coming new rider is eager to improve and ride with a faster and/or longer group. If you are a new rider, please take into account how your own ability and pace is going to impact the pace and number of re-groups experienced by the other riders. If you are unsure if a ride is right for you, please ask the ride leader for advice. |