•  This guide has been developed to help you to prepare for and enjoy safe rides with Peninsula Pedallers. Please remember however that you have the ultimate responsibility for your own safety and compliance with road laws. •  Always think PENINSULAR PEDALLERS when you are riding as you are an ambassador for the club.
•  Be prepared, be sensible, think of others and enjoy your rides.
•  Be aware that the ride leader can cancel or change the ride if the weather or other conditions dictate. Contact the Ride Leader if the temperature is forecast to exceed 35°C as the ride is likely to be cancelled or changed. Contact the Ride Leader if the temperature is forecast to exceed 35°C as the ride is likely to be cancelled or changed.

Before The Ride

•  Ensure your bike is mechanically sound, tyres pumped, chain lubricated etc.
•  Pack provisions and equipment appropriate to the ride. Peninsula Pedallers recommends you carry a personal first aid kit.
•  Always bring some food irrespective of the destination. Bananas are an excellent food for cyclists.
•  Always bring water, irrespective of the season, temperature or location of the ride.
•  Always carry a pump, spare tube, tyre levers and a puncture repair kit. (It’s not uncommon to have more then one puncture in a day!)
•  Wear / Carry suitable clothing for the anticipated weather conditions.
•  Always wear an approved helmet (It’s the LAW)

The Ride

•  Be at the meeting point before the advertised departure time.
•  Introduce yourself to the Ride Leader and complete the sign on sheet.
•  Listen to any pre-ride announcements by the Ride Leader and note who the “Tail End Charlie” is.
•  Advise the Ride Leader if you need to leave the group before the ride ends.
•  Ride between the Ride Leader and the “Tail End Charlie” unless otherwise arranged.
•  Maintain a safe distance behind the rider in front of you.
•  Riding two-abreast may be legal but it is not always safe. Always ride single file when there are double continuous lines, or a continuous line for your lane. Be guided by the Ride Leader and your common sense.
•  It is important at intersections that you check to see that the rider following you sees you turn. Those behind you might not be familiar with the route.
•  When stopping, ensure you are not a hazard to the rider behind you. Call out “STOPPING” or pull over to the left. Do not obstruct the road or pathway when stopped, think of other users.
•  When pulling out on to the road, ensure you do not do so in front of on-coming riders or traffic.
•  In the event of a problem, advise another rider as soon as you stop. They or the Tail End Charlie can then assist you if required.
•  Always keep roads and paths clear when re-grouping so as other uses are not held up.
•  Do not automatically follow another rider without checking for yourself that it is safe, sensible and legal to do so.
•  Riders who notice a hazard (glass pothole etc) on the road / track should advise the riders behind them of the pending hazard.
•  Don’t be afraid to ask for help from other club members.