RIDE RULES

Before each ride there will be a nominated Ride leader, a Rear Support Rider and a Support Vehicle.

  1. Ride Leader

    2. The ride leader is to know the course to be taken and to keep the rear support rider in sight at all times (as is practicably possible) and is responsible for setting the ride pace.

  2. Rear Support Rider (tail end Charlie)

    3. The rear support rider is responsible for the welfare of the slower riders and if he considers the pace is uncomfortable for them, he can confer with the ride leader at the next rest stop.

  3. Riding on the Road

    4. Cyclists are only allowed to ride two abreast and must follow at a safe distance in line behind the cycle in front of them.

  4. Bikes Stationary

    5. Bikes and support vehicle must be off the road at all rest stops to give clearway to traffic.

  5. Passing Cyclists

    6. Cyclists are only allowed to pass on the right hand sides. They may only pass the ride leader down or up hill, but must wait for the leader at the next convenient place.

  6. Double Lines

    7. Although it is allowed by law for cyclists to ride 2 abreast on double lines, the club asks all cyclists to ride single file, this then allows traffic the opportunity to pass.

  7. Ride Pace

    8. The club caters for all types of cyclists, young and old, and as the club intends the rides to be leisurely, it’s anticipated the ride pace to be kept between 20-23 kph (this will vary when road conditions change).

  8. Support Vehicle

    9. The support vehicle must follow at the rear of the cyclists at all times and cyclists must leave room for the support vehicle to pull in behind them at rest stops. The support vehicle may only pass when nearing the lunch stop and only after conferring with the rear support rider.

  9. Ride Marshall

    10. If during a ride, cyclists are not adhering to the rules, the Ride Leader and the Rear Support Rider may confer and appoint a Marshall if necessary, or one may be appointed before the ride.

  10. Run Outs

    11. At the end of the last few kilometres, some cyclists like to have a run out; this is left entirely at the direction of the Ride Leader. If he thinks it is too dangerous, the ride will just continue to the finish.

  11. Crossing Bridges

The Club asks all riders to dismount and walk your bicycle across all bridges where there is a bicycle warning sign as a safety precaution.