Joined: Apr 2010
Posts: 13,498
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From: Boston-ish, MA
Bikes: 72 Peugeot UO-8, 82 Peugeot TH8, 87 Bianchi Brava, 76? Masi Grand Criterium, 74 Motobecane Champion Team, 86 & 77 Gazelle champion mondial, 81? Grandis, 82? Tommasini, 83 Peugeot PF10
Pretty much all my riding is solo, and for all the reasons stated here.
There are only two reasons I can see for riding non-solo. One is to enjoy a social occasion. That's a good reason. But if people separate then it is no longer sociable.
The other reason is to go faster by drafting. But that's like always starting at the top of a hill. Sure you can go faster but it doesn't prove anything. If you aren't racing or trying to catch a train then it's a moot point how fast you go.
I tried a group ride last year, quickly realized there was no group. I understood then that biking is a solo, contemplative activity.
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