Both of our rides, PMTNR and Sunday Slow Ride, are meant to be beginner rides. And we have new people riding with us all the time. Still, there's a few things I'd suggest.
- Any bike is usually ok to ride depending on your ability. The best bike to bring is a bike with wider tires and a wide range of gears.
- It is easier to ride a bike with at least 7 gears and you should know how to change gears.
- Make sure you can pedal for about 30 minutes without stopping. That sounds harder than it is because you're sitting down the whole time and sometimes you're just coasting downhill.
- Make sure you can pedal at about the same speed as someone runs at (about 10 mph).
- Bring a buddy. Stay together. If you want to go home, go together.
- Pump up your tires before the ride. Check them with a gauge and look at the tire sidewall. You'll see a number followed by psi.
- Bring a helmet, front white light and a red rear light. Make sure they work.
- Adjust your seatpost for maximum power and to prevent your knees from hurting.
- Show up at 30 minutes prior the meet time (this is 7:15 for PMTNR and 5:15 for Sunday Slow Ride) and make sure you don't get left. This will give you time to check everything before we leave.
- Review the rules before you come.
- The ride lasts from 8 to 10:15 pm with a 15 minute break at the 10 mile mark.
- Bring a positive attitude and have fun!