
Originally Posted by
Triskeliongirl
Yes, basically you do club rides at your own risk.
What you need to understand are that clubs are just groups of friends, volunteers, organizing these events for their local cycling community. They are human beings, they may make mistakes, but no one would volunteer if they could be sued when that happens.
This doesn't mean that if a vehicle hits you on the group ride, you can't sue the driver, it just means the bike club, organizers, etc. will not be liable.
Oh, I understand that. And of course they need to cover their butts. It's just that last line is more excessive than any liability waiver I've seen recently and it struck me the wrong way.
"A bicycle does get you there and more. And there is always the thin edge of danger to keep you alert and comfortably apprehensive. Dogs become dogs again and snap at your raincoat; potholes become personal. And getting there is all the fun."