Originally Posted by
Biker395
Peloton? No thanks. Too great a chance of a crash, and too high of a cost if you do.
Paceline: If it's windy, but only with people I know with the appropriate skills.
Group rides: Sure. I love riding on group rides. A chance to chat with people and make new friends.
Excellent summation.
Pacelines and peloton scan be seen in any pro race.
Here is a classic group ride involving C level cyclists (some of whom put 5000+ miles a year and can ride me into the ground). Not one dicey moment the entire ride.
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