Group Rides at National. How does this work?

[bassjones]

Never been to a National before - just started riding two summers ago...  Do you usually have separate groups of slow, intermediate, fast, led by people from the area, or is it more of a disorganized, find some people and go out together sort of thing?  If it's fairly organized, put me in the slow group - not Harley slow   but slow for sport bikes    Like I said, two years riding experience and I'm from Indiana, home of the straight and flat, so not used to heavy twisties.  I did ride Hocking Hills last fall, but I wrecked   which was not totally my fault, but I'm a little nervous about pushing it too much.  For the record, went into a tight right hand corner a little too hot for my skill level - but not overwhelmingly so - and hit a patch of oil with my front tire which caused the front to slide out a bit, may have panicked and grabbed the front brake but I don't think so.  I've drilled it into my head to not do that but it's possible.  

Anyway, I'd just as soon ride at a more moderate pace than what I know some of you are capable of.

[kendenton]

Definitely B) find some people and go riding.

[bassjones]

well, okay then, I'm looking for some slow people to ride with...  and/or a ride coach/mentor, which would be really cool.

[st2sam]

 Brad your riding a VFR so you get your own group, (there are four) slow - intermediate - fast -  VFR.       Sorry, but them thar the rulz at all STN Nationals...                                                                  

[chornbe]

Never been to a National before - just started riding two summers ago...  Do you usually have separate groups of slow, intermediate, fast, led by people from the area, or is it more of a disorganized, find some people and go out together sort of thing?  If it's fairly organized, put me in the slow group - not Harley slow   but slow for sport bikes  


Anyway, I'd just as soon ride at a more moderate pace than what I know some of you are capable of.

Everyone's got their own ideas about joining a group, leading a group and avoiding groups.

I generally prefer to ride with small groups when I'm not leading, and with people I've ridden with before. I'm not afraid to peel off and buzz on ahead or stop at my own schedule for pictures, etc. I don't expect (or want) anyone to baby sit me.

When I lead a ride anyone's free to come along, peel off when you want, buzz on ahead, stop at a different schedule than I pick out. I try to be a conscientious ride leader and keep the pack together, but if you're a dawdler (slower pace) or someone who's feeling held back (faster pace), I may just suggest you ride along at your own pace and we'll see you at the next meet. (Un)Fortunately, I practice "Ride your own ride" even when leading.

Just ask around, be honest about your pace, you're likely to find like-minded riders no matter where your pace falls in the scale.  

[antvq]

I thought group rides at STN were like playing Buck Buck.


On guys leans over and a bunch of other guys line up behind them............



 

[chornbe]

I thought group rides at STN were like playing Buck Buck.


On guys leans over and a bunch of other guys line up behind them............



 

no, that's the other kind of .uck .uck.  

[R Doug]

 Brad your riding a VFR so you get your own group, (there are four) slow - intermediate - fast -  VFR.       Sorry, but them thar the rulz at all STN Nationals...                                                                  

 

Yep, VFR folks have to ride, park, and eat together.  I'll have to double check, but I think there may even be a special hotel for VFR owners.  


I'll make the clover leaf routes I've come up with available for download (provided I can find a host) and, if needed, will make Google Map versions to post.  

With that said, I don't plan on riding in any groups.  Most likely I'll be out and about solo.  

[st2sam]

 

Yep, VFR folks have to ride, park, and eat together.  I'll have to double check, but I think there may even be a special hotel for VFR owners.  


I'll make the clover leaf routes I've come up with available for download (provided I can find a host) and, if needed, will make Google Map versions to post.  

With that said, I don't plan on riding in any groups.  Most likely I'll be out and about solo.  

Awesome, I'll be anxiously awaiting those routes.

[R Doug]

Awesome, I'll be anxiously awaiting those routes.

People are encouraged to post routes and places of interest on THIS thread.

[falconati]

Looks like I should be able to come.  I'd definitely want to tag along with others' routes, since I'll be a total amateur with the whole GPS game.  I ride 5 over posted-way_too_fast, depending on my mood.  So, I can probably hang in with most groups without getting upset.

[chornbe]

Looks like I should be able to come.  I'd definitely want to tag along with others' routes, since I'll be a total amateur with the whole GPS game.  I ride 5 over posted-way_too_fast, depending on my mood.  So, I can probably hang in with most groups without getting upset.

  And put me on the list for buying you a beer.

[falconati]

I don't drink, but I'll put down Diet Pepsi like a mo'fucker  

[bassjones]

wait, don't drink???  does not compute...  I thought beer drinking was required for STNers.

[Mrs. DantesDame]

wait, don't drink???  does not compute...  I thought beer drinking was required for STNers.

I hope not    I'll have to turn in my badge  

[bassjones]

well, okay then...  You guys can drive us home

[chornbe]

I don't drink, but I'll put down Diet Pepsi like a mo'fucker  

The first six-pack is on me.  

[Rude_Rydah]

I hope not    I'll have to turn in my badge  

Add me and Cookie to the pike of turned in badges.  Diet Sierra Mist for this guy.

[bassjones]

so we've got a few designated drivers on the board  

[chornbe]

so we've got a few designated drivers on the board  

We'll need them after THIS winter!