AMC does not have a lot of drama. The rides are fun and social. They require a leader and sweep and no one gets left behind. The "beginner" level rides are generally at an average of 10-12 mph and the intermediate rides are about a 14-15.5 average, but can include lots of miles and/or big climbs. There is a guy named Joe Tavilla that leads rides for the SE MA chapter, on the Cape. His rides are very friendly; he belongs to both clubs I listed and I have ridden with him a few times.