STOP and GO Guidelines

[kbikerider]

What is “Stop n Go?”
• The group separates into packs of four.
• Lead of each pack maintains visual on the group ahead
• Sweep for each pack keeps the group behind in sight or waits at next turn.
• You are responsible for keeping the rider behind you on the route.
• If you make a turn and cannot see the rider behind you, wait until they can see you before proceeding. Pick a spot to wait that doesn't expose you to danger.

How close should I ride within my pack and how close should my pack be from other packs?
• 2 second stagger within the pack.
• 200-300 yards or 6 to 9 seconds between packs.

What happens if you as a following rider lose sight of the pack ahead?
• The sweep rider ahead will stop and wait for your pack when traffic permits or at a turning point.

What if I want to change packs?
• During a break in the riding ask to swap with someone.
• Stop N Go works best with 4 or less riders in a pack.

BENEFITS
1. No rider is pressured to disregard traffic signals,or run stop signs.
2. No riders are left behind.
3. Slingshotting and racing to catch up is eliminated.

[richedwards]

This is a smart and efficient way to set up a group ride. It eliminates some big problems and is a much safer way to deal with large numbers on group rides. I like it.

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Jul 3, 2012 4:43:42 GMT -5 richedwards said:

This is a smart and efficient way to set up a group ride. It eliminates some big problems and is a much safer way to deal with large numbers on group rides. I like it.

Ditto!

[kbikerider]

I am in agreement with Dan and Rich on the Stop and Goriding technique. It has already made our group rides much safer. While some people tend to credit me with this system, I can not accept it all . There was much research and work from quite a few people that went into this. I know I speak for the Board of Directors when I say that we put the safety of our members above all else.