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Join Date: Jun 2005
Location: South of Raleigh, North of New Hill, East of Harris Lake, NC
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DG, I've had a mixed bag of riders I meet on the road. Some announce they are behind me, some just take me by surprise. Interesting, all those riders that might be classified as "Freds" announce themselves whether drafting or passing. Wish I could say it's 100% for the OCP types, but it's a crap shoot, some are real good, some are in their own little world where they are Lance. What can I say.
Me? I always announce "I've got your back" or "On your left". If I'm drafting and they act real nervous, I break it off and pass.
I have to admit, I don't like drafting behind a stranger because I can't read their moves like I can someone I've ridden with before.
In our group that meets after work, we take turns leading.
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