It’s an efficient way of keeping the group’s speed high.Ī fast ‘through and off’ is a flowing machine consisting of a fast line and slow line. This technique is ideal for groups of six or more riders on roads where the local laws allow cyclists to ride two abreast.
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Pro racers ride through and off to move at speed in a breakaway. Elsewhere, front riders will know not to move towards the middle of the road when a car is passing. On narrow lanes, this allows the bunch to single out when it’s safe for the vehicle to pass or remain two-abreast when it is not. They should call if a car is behind them or about to overtake. It’s up to the riders on the back to let those in front know what’s behind. If you aren’t familiar with hand gestures and calls, make sure you check these with the rest of the group before you set off. When on the front, make sure you always let the rest know if you slow down or brake. The signals should pass all the way back through the group. The front riders are responsible for warning the group about upcoming hazards (such as potholes), approaching cars, corners or junctions. Communicating hazardsĮnsuring everyone in the group knows about what’s going on, is aware of any hazards, and is happy communicating with the others is very important. Before longer descents, consider letting everyone go down at their own speed and regroup at the bottom. On downhills, front riders should try to keep pedalling, otherwise riders benefitting from their draft will have to brake. On tough climbs, if the group strings out, wait for dropped riders at the top. This could cause them to swerve or brake sharply. Your back wheel will drop back about half a bike length. Avoid getting out of the saddle when someone’s right behind you. When approaching hills, it’s important to widen the gap between cyclists to allow for slowing down. Try to keep your head up and look ahead for hazards or signals from the other riders. But don’t overlap your wheel with the person in front, because the wheels may make contact with the slightest gust of wind or bump in the road. Starting out, it’s best to keep at least a wheel length between your front wheel and the back wheel in front. If unsure about pacing, match the speed of more experienced riders. Instead, always try to keep your handlebars level with the person next to you.
It can come across as a passive-aggressive signal you wish to up the pace. Half-wheeling – nudging your front tyre ahead of the rider beside you – is poor group-riding etiquette. This is the perfect two-abreast formation, with riders close behind the wheel in front.
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