I have lots of reasons to do organized rides. To ride on roads I wouldn't normally ride. To visit other communities and enjoy the local culture. I've done several rides where the weather was questionable and I got a long ride in on a day that I might normally stayed home. I use organized rides to get in a fully supported training ride for a longer upcoming ride. I live in the country and can get in lots of miles on rural back roads so riding with others is a treat.