Originally Posted by
big john
We've all met people like that. It doesn't bother me, if a fast rider wants to see me suffer, he's going to have to slow down.
Group ride are not for everyone. In fact, whenever there is a poll on this forum I am shocked at how many people say they always ride alone.
I think this is all a matter of context. There are "group rides" like the local "Doctor's Ride," in which the unstated goal is to drop everyone you can and be the first to the top (not my cup of tea) and group rides where everyone rides at their own pace and there are frequent regroup points.
I'm also surprised at the number of folks that actually prefer to ride alone. I'm not a fan. Maybe its because 1/2 of my riding is commuting, and I am always alone for that.