I ride alone. If need support or a plan I couldn't come up with on my own or required additional group dynamic for encouragement for a single day event, it's not something I am interested in. I understand the group dynamic but it is not for me. I'd consider 5-7 day events like RAGBRAI where more logistics are required and helpful but for the logistics, that can be a deterrent though too, large groups have many restrictions you would not be subject to if you just did it yourself or with a small group on a random week of your choice.
Last edited by u235; 07-13-19 at 10:16 AM.