Originally Posted by Darth Steele

Agreed with this ^^^^


1. pay attention to gaps, "Always be closing gaps, always be drafting" when you are not pulling.
2. If possible be in first few riders when approaching a hill, this will ensure that you stay in the front group with the pack splinters.
3. Whenever you crest a hill DO NOT stop pedaling, and grab a wheel in front of you. This will help if the pack pushing on.
4. In a group ride... If you are not moving up then you are moving back... assuming that the group is not in a pace line.
5. At the lights move to the front.
6. I love love love pushing the pace on the flats and pushing the smaller guys... because they will push the pace on the hills and punish you in return.
7. I can't repeat this enough.. if you are not pulling then you should be drafting.. in group rides this is essential... NO gaps in front of you. When drafting go in the lowest gear possible to maintain the pace. Save the muscles for when you are pulling.
8. Keep hydrated with electrolytes and snack every 30 minutes.


*I didn't spell check so don't kill me.