I admire those with the skill and endurance for biking and recognize that they are riding vehicles which are sharing many of our roadways.
Some attributes of bike riding concern me, especially on busy roads. Group riding is probably enjoyable to the group but in my mind does present some inherent danger. It may be an issue when it causes a slowdown below posted speeds. Also, it seems that groups of cyclists follow each other closer than the three second rule between riders which could create an awkward situation if one of the forward riders has an emergency. Another often observed issue by some riders, is a practice of not stopping for stop signs, but just slowing down until they can safely fast pedal through. They may know what they are doing but the rest of us are guessing.
Just for info, is there any limit to group size?
In any event, safe biking and enjoy.
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