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Ride Codes & Policies

All rides posted require the rider to wear a helmet. Riders should have a ride appropriate bicycle in good working order, food and water. It is also suggested to carry a spare tube, basic tool kit, emergency contact information and ID. All ride starts are subject to weather. Posted start times are subject to change throughout the season. Contact the listed ride leader with any ride specific questions.

With the new WeeklyRides.com color coded ride icons you can quickly find rides based on a more general skill level. Once you've found the rides that fit your general skill level you can use the specific ride detail to narrow your search even further.

Novice   Intermediate   Advanced

Use these icons to quickly find rides that best suit your skill and ability level.

Advance Level:

Cat 1:    20+ mph Avg.
Race pace for very strong riders, pace lines and tight packs.

Cat 2:    18-19 mph Avg.
Fast pace for advanced riders, pace lines, tight packs, rest stops and some re-grouping.

Intermediate Level:

Cat 3:    16-17 mph Avg.
Brisk, steady pace for intermediate and above riders, pace lines, rest stops.

Cat 4:   14-15 mph Avg.
Conversational pace, endurance and skills development, frequent stops for re-grouping.

Novice Level:

Cat 5:   12-14 mph Avg.
Beginner pace, focus on fun, skills and safety. Frequent stops for re-grouping.

FL / Mostly flat with some rolling hills.

RH / Rolling hills with some short, moderate grade climbs.

H+ / Hilly with short and long moderate grade climbs. Some steep grades.

H++ / Very hilly, demanding climbs with long and/or steep grades.

Some rides are designated as "No Drop" rides. If a ride is listed this way it means that someone in the group will be designated to sweep the ride. A ride sweep will keep an eye on the last rider and make sure that no rider gets dropped from the ride. All riders should be able to maintain the minimum posted ride pace for the posted distance and terrain. This policy is to encourage new riders or those not familiar with the ride route to join with confidence that they will not be left behind. This is not an invitation to join a ride that is beyond your normal pace or distance. Listed ride leaders are not always present. Check with the listed ride leader if you have any questions.

"We'll need a piece of your clothing...for the search dogs."

Show & Go rides do not have a designated sweep. Riders that fall off the pace should know the route as well as the area. Riders should also be able to handle any mechanical issues that may occur. Some re-grouping may occur along the ride but each ride is different. Ride leaders are not always present. Check with the listed ride leader if you have any questions.

• All rides posted are open to anyone with the proper equipment and skill to meet the posted requirements of any ride they join.
• Some rides posted on Weeklyrides.com ARE NOT sponsored by any business, team, club or organization.
  
• Some rides posted on Weeklyrides.com DO NOT offer sag or support.
  
• All riders are responsible for their own safety and health.
  
• Cyclists who decide to join these rides accept the risks involved with riding a bicycle on all roads including public roads that are used by all other types of vehicles.
  
• The ride, or any participants of the ride, actively or in-actively are not and will not be responsible for any injury or damage to any persons or any property, which may arise by virtue of a rider’s participation on the ride.
  
• All riders agree to follow applicable traffic laws as they apply to bicycles during the ride.
  
• Helmets are required on all rides.
  
• Some rides posted on Weeklyrides.com may be canceled if there is inclement weather at the start of the ride.
  
• Contact the listed ride leader for more information regarding sag, support and inclement weather policies for any specific ride.