BikeSource Charlotte - Intro to Road Bike Group Riding

Curious about group rides but not sure where to start? This ride is for you!

We’ll use the Little Sugar Creek Greenway southbound to practice essential group ride skills in a low-stress, supportive environment—no cars, no pressure!

What to expect:

• Easy, conversational pace
• Instruction/ encouragement/ coaching during the ride

Things to look forward to on the rides:

• Riding predictably
• Straight-line riding
• No sudden braking or swerving

Communication

• Pointing out hazards
• Calling “slowing,” “stopping,” “passing”
• When not to call things out

Managing Speed & Distance

• Safe spacing / Holding a line
• Why overlapping wheels is dangerous / managing speed
• Managing cadence on hills/climbs

Cornering basics

• Line choice
• Looking through turns

REQUIRED:

• WAIVER
• Helmet & lights
• Flat repair kit (recommended)