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Group Riding Etiquette and Road Safety Tips

4/10/2018

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Below is a list of tips I created some time ago as coaching points when it comes to group riding etiquette and road safety.
 
When you come to one of my clinics, rides or getaways, this is covered every single time no matter what level you're at.
 
One of my biggest missions as a Cycling Coach is to do my part to help bridge the gap between cyclists and motorists understanding each other with the goals of mitigating some of the aggression out there.
 
There is a right way to ride and aesthetics matter and they matter a lot. What it boils down to is that you must act respectful on the road, abide by the traffic laws and ride in a neat and orderly formation at all times. Period.
 
You are NOT entitled to do whatever you want on the road EVEN when no one is around or you’re tired. There is always someone watching when you blow that stop sign or you’re all over the road. ​
 
There is way more to group riding than this and there is no better way to learn than by taking the plunge, joining a group and doing it.

I could go on and on here however these are some tips and guidelines and they really are for your safety and the safety of others. 


GROUP RIDING ETIQUETTE

Prior to a group ride, it is recommended you:
  • Be able to ride a straight line.
  • Be comfortable riding directly behind the wheel you're following.
  • Be comfortable doing shoulder checks - both right side and left side.
  • Be comfortable eating, drinking and using hand signals on the bike.
  • Open all packages of food for easy access while riding.​
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During a group ride you must:
  • Be alert and aware of your surroundings at all times!
  • Obey all traffic laws including stop signs and lights.
  • At no time should riders cross the yellow line (middle of the road).
  • Announce when you are going to stand and climb.
  • When climbing, slower riders can do a shoulder check and pull over to the right to let faster climbers go by maintaining the group formation and regroup at the top.
  • At no time should riders be riding 3 or 4 abreast UNLESS they are in a specific paceline formation that has two people peeling off the front in opposite directions (not common anymore).
  • Be pedalling at all times.
  • Be predictable. Riders cannot read your mind; you cannot read theirs.
  • Look ahead. You are watching the rider in front of you HOWEVER you are also looking beyond to anticipate what is coming.
  • Use your hand signals and speak what you see and do (i.e. left, right, straight, stopping, slowing, car up, car back).
  • Point out objects and debris, use signals and speak what you see (i.e. roadkill, gravel, potholes, random cars on side of road, railroad tracks, runners, walkers, etc.).
  • Always have your hands close to your brakes.
  • No sudden braking or swerving.
  • No quick accelerations.
  • No cross-wheeling (never allow your front wheel to come past the back wheel of a rider you are following).
  • Allow for extra space when riding up hills.
  • Allow for space beside you and in front of you, from other riders (1 to 1.5 feet if you can safely).
  • No half-wheeling - ride with even bars to the person beside you.
  • Allow for space from the edge of the pavement you are riding on (1 foot). ​

ROAD SAFETY

  • ​​Be alert and aware of your surroundings at all times!
  • Obey all traffic laws including stop signs and lights.
  • When you are approaching a stop light or stop sign, please do not ride up alongside the vehicles that have already passed you - pretend you are one.
  • Be predictable. Drivers cannot read your mind; you cannot read theirs.
  • Use your hand signals (i.e. left, right, straight, stopping and slowing).
  • Use eye contact with drivers - even point at them to get their attention.
  • Look ahead. You always want to be looking ahead to anticipate what is coming (i.e. traffic, other bikes, runners, walkers, etc.).
  • Watch for car doors - scan the driver side of parked vehicles for heads.
  • At no time should riders cross the yellow line (middle of the road).
  • Ride in a straight line - no swerving.
  • When riding in a congested area and there are parked vehicles and traffic - ride in a straight line - do not swerve in and out of the parked vehicles as moving traffic may not see you.
  • You are responsible for making yourself visible with lights, reflective clothing and hand signals.
  • Ensure you are well equipped with tools and spare parts to be able to perform standard roadside repairs including two tubes, tire levers, pump or two CO2 cartridges.
  • Ensure your bicycle is well maintained, mechanically sound and in good working order.
  • Wear helmets (mandatory) at all times on the bike - No Helmet - No Riding - No Exceptions.
  • Attach front and rear lights to your bicycle especially if you’re riding at dawn or dusk.

​Group Riding Etiquette and Road Safety - PDF

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Choosing Pedals and the #1 Misconception to Clipping In

4/9/2018

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I had an amazing question come in by Trish and it was:

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I have a few friends that are considering touring pedals (SPD on one side and platform on the other). Yes? No? Maybe? Advantages or disadvantages? The area we live is in a lot of stopping and starting before we get to rural areas so clipping and unclipping is a pain and they are also new to cycling so fear can take over as well."

Does this sound like you? 

If so, you'll want to 
watch my video where I talk about:

  • different kinds of pedals
  • the advantages
  • the disadvantages
  • the progression of riding clipless when you're a newbie
  • AND the #1 misconception about clipping in

If you're a intermediate to advanced rider and you still get anxious about clipping in then you'll want to watch this video to find out what that #1 misconception is for clipping in. 
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Pedal Coaching 101

4/9/2018

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​Learn why you should ride clipless pedals and my top tips on how to go about doing it.

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Pura Vida Mavericks Cycling: Season Launch Party

3/29/2018

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If you’re wondering whether the Pura Vida Mavericks is finally the community of women you’ve been searching for and are meant to ride with, please join us for a social evening of chats, vino, women and cycling. 

You will get to meet some of the Pura Vida Mavericks as we launch the 2018 cycling season for women in Barrie, Ontario. 

We are starting the evening off at the Trek Bicycle Store Barrie and finishing over a glass of wine at Canvas & Cabernet. 

We are a friendly bunch and welcome ALL abilities to our community of women who love to cycle and are there to answer any of your questions or concerns. 

It’s going to be a fun night celebrating women and cycling!

AND if you sign up or have signed up already for a clinic or the Mavericks Membership, you’ll get to shop at the Trek Store with special discounts. Exciting! 

If you're on Facebook, please RSVP by clicking 'Going' on the event page. Here is the link. 
---> https://www.facebook.com/events/558499461183493/

See you there!
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what to do when It's windy and you're cycling solo!

3/27/2018

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Ever head out on a ride and the wind is just NOT working in your favour?

I have a feeling you might be nodding your head. That damn wind!

This week's Teachable Tuesday is on what to do when it's windy and you're heading out on a solo ride.

Check out what I have to say about this in my video below.

#teachabletuesday #puravidamavericks #tealtrain
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E-BOOK: Beginner's Guide For Women Who Ride

3/11/2018

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​Thank you Paige! That was very informative. You presented everything in such a humble, friendly and thoughtful manner drawing from your own personal experience. It's nice to know that women are so supportive, helpful, honest, and caring.  ~ Trish Marck
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All the things I wish I had known when I first started cycling
​This Beginner's Guide For Women Who Ride is a unique cycling guide for women.
 
In this guide I share with you ALL the things I wished I had known when I first started out in cycling.
 
If you have heard anything about my cycling history then you know I started out riding with a bunch of guys!
 
I had to learn most things the hard way OR the uncomfortable way.
 
Like the time one of the guys told me that I wasn’t supposed to wear underwear under my cycling shorts.
 
Yep!
 
And another time when I was gently informed that they could see my bum crack in certain light and that it was time to retire THAT pair of cycling shorts for the trainer.
 
I know right? Mortifying!
 
Pretty much everything that could happen has happened and it is why I created this guide so it doesn’t have to happen to YOU!
 
In this guide you will find sections entitled:
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  • Master Checklist: Everything you will need to get started
  • How To Choose a Bike
  • How to Choose a Helmet
  • How To Wear a Helmet
  • How To Choose a Saddle
  • Pedals: To Clip In Or To Not Clip In
  • Get a Bike Fit and Why It Is Important
  • Bike Computers
  • Light Up The Night
  • Get To Know Your Bike:
    Parts of a Bike
  • On-Bike VS At-Home Bike Repair
  • Basic Bike Maintenance Skills
  • Prepare For Your Ride
    What To Wear
    Visuals
  • Don’t Leave Home Without These Items
    ​What to bring and where to put it
  • No Underwear
  • Chafing is Real – Lube Up!
  • Protect Your Skin
  • Prepare Your Bike
    ABCs and Qs
  • When You Need a Bike Skills Clinic
  • Finding a Group To Ride With
  • Start Slow, Ride Safe and Have Fun!​

What women have said about this guide is that I talk about all of these topics in a friendly and thoughtful manner drawing from my own personal experience and stories. I explain things in plain language and present all the information in a humbled, supportive, helpful, honest and caring way.
Love your photos and you do a great job explaining things in plain language - so many cycling websites and articles contain a lot of jargon. Thanks again.  ~ Jeannie Kealey
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Prepare your bike before every ride with my Abc's and q's

12/27/2017

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​It's important to get into the habit of preparing your bike for every ride. This way there is less chance of something going wrong. 

Before I head out for every ride I make sure to do my ABCs and Qs.
 
A = Air
B = Brakes
C = Chain
Qs = Quick Releases
 
AIR - You should have around 90 to 100psi in your road bike tires. This is very different than mountain bikes. If you want to know for sure, check the sidewall of your tire and it will tell you the ranges. It is beneficial to have a floor pump at home as you need to put air in your tires before every single ride. It is amazing how quickly they lose air and the last thing you want is a pinched flat because you didn’t have enough air in your tires. No fun!
 
BRAKES – you want to make sure that your brakes are not touching or rubbing on your rims. We go over how to adjust these in my Bike Maintenance Clinic. Having a brake rubbing creates more work and energy for you to pedal and we don’t want that.
 
CHAIN – you should be cleaning and lubing your chain with oil after every 2nd or 3rd ride. A clean chain will sound and run so much nicer. Again less work and energy for you.
 
QUICK RELEASES – these are the tabs that flip up so you can take your front and rear wheels off. You want to make sure those are firmly secure. A quick release is very serious as your wheel could essentially come off.
 
All of these are super important to implement in your riding routine. A lot of times we are transporting our bikes in our cars or on bike racks. Things happen and next thing you know your brakes are rubbing and your quick release is flipped up.
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You can check it all out in my video below too. 


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