Just say politely that you don't think the two of you are a good match of pace right now. Like Barrett said, go out for some more social rides with him. What kind of pace are you talking about?
Originally Posted by
bigbadwullf
I ride with people that are slower than me. But we have such a fun time I don't want to "drop them". Nice thing is, I can ride 15-20 miles with them and then bomb the last 5 miles and no one get's their feelings hurt.
Exactly. If I am on a group ride and there is someone slower than myself, I will usually hang back with them and enjoy the ride. They appreciate it and I have someone to ride with. Better than burning myself out trying to keep up with the fast kids.