Thanks to everyone who replied to my original post.

I guess this wasn't as easy a question as I thought. I will have to inquire at the LBS (where some of the rides leave) to see what their view is.

It is funny because part of the route that the club ride follows is only a mile from my home. I often see them riding in the other direction when I am out on my solo rides. I like riding alone most of the time but I think I would like to have more group riding experience too. Maybe when I work up my average speed I too will feel better about not slowing the group down too much.

Diana