We have multiple rides a week, of varying "paces". Pace is stated right onthe schedule sent to everyone for the month.

However our big rides are the Wednesday night rides. At each, we have three levels, based on Distance instead of speed. Being "night", it's hard to go the long route if you are planning to ride slowly. But honestly, the divisions don't really expect riding as a group except for the fast men. If you chose to stay with the group you can, but others just "do their own thing".

I'm glad to be able to say that no one has ever been rude or snobbish to me as a newbie -- they were just the opposite. Encouraging me to do more, telling me about other group events and encouraging me to try other things (including a time trial -- mentioned on my first night out!). Sounds like they are a rare group and I am lucky!

Jes