NO MORE THAN 10 RIDERS PER GROUP

Based on recent feedback, we would like to remind all ride leaders of our club safety practices when it comes to dealing with multi groups starting at the same time from the same location. When not done properly there is a risk that groups may get too big to be manageable. If so, it can generate accidents, confusion or road rage from surrounding cars. As a reminder:

• No one single group should have more that 10 riders including the ride leader. The law in Florida permits a group of 10 riders to proceed together at an intersection after marking a full stop.
• Ride leaders should discuss together how they will split the groups prior to getting on the road.
• Starting times should be staggered so that the fastest group leaves first, the second fastest leaves second, etc.
• When a speed group is too large to ride as a single group and must be broken down into smaller group(s), the ride leaders should explain how the groups will maintain separation from one another if they are using the same route. If a certified ride leader is not available, identify an experienced SMBC rider to lead the other group(s).
• Groups should not follow each other in a way to risk merging into a single group at stop signs or traffic lights.