Originally Posted by
Barry2
I guess it depends on the focus of the club.
If a club proclaims to be for people of all abilities, then club ride offerings should reflect that.
I see no reason a club couldn't offer a once monthly, no drop/solo, 5~10 mile, family friendly, flat ground ride.
Even if only to bring such attendees together in the hope they will create additional rides within that interest group.
Barry
I'll agree that if the focus is a racing club, you can disregard my original post.
My local club offers a "beginners" ride once a week. Normally 15-20 miles at 12-13 MPH on the flattest roads in the area - which means nothing above a 6% climb. I try to show up as often as possible to ride sweep for the group.