Originally Posted by
Tunnelrat81
I always thought the proper way of "dismounting" a paceline was to stagger to the side of the line and slowly pull forward until you're parallel with the rider in front, and signal to the rider behind to transition to the other wheel. Once they're clear, you can allow the line to slowly move past. No gaps, and nothing for anyone to F-bomb you for.
-Jeremy
That works if you have the energy to pull up beside the rider in front. When people are being dropped it's because they've got nothing left and can't close a gap.
Only an immature, weaker rider would be upset if you dropped out of the rotation. Not worth worrying about.