SCBC Ride Leader Training

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1 SCBC Ride Leader Training March 23, 2017 Alan Sheiner, SCBC Rides Director (C) 1

2 Meeting Agenda 2016 Rides / Ride Leader Summary Accomplishments Room for improvements 2016 Membership survey 2017 Improvements Ride Leader Training 2

3 2016 Rides/Ride Leaders Summary Accomplishments SCBC Group Riding Etiquette Ride Leader Training All members + multiple meet & greet ~100 ride leaders led more than 1,000 rides in 2016 ü More weekday standing rides (from new/reactivated RLs see page 7) 19 new and re-activated ride leaders in 2016, and they together led 100 rides in 2016!! Bike Shop programs ü New rides out of Danny Cycle every Tuesday ü Bike Maintenance clinics - e.g. Cycling Readiness Clinic, Nutrition/ food on the ride, Pre-ride safety / change flat tire, 3

4 2016 Rides/Ride Leaders Summary Room for improvements More Rides in C+, D, E are needed Out of 203 ride leaders, 97 led rides in 2016 # of total Rides are down YTY by 4% (from 1,114 to 1,072) # of Ride leaders led rides declined about 20% since 2013 (119 vs. 97). Beginning 2016, no show & go will be approved for C+, C, D and E. 4

5 Nov 2016 member survey results and comments Rides/Ride Leaders Disagree Agree Comments They lead safe rides 4% 96% If thereis a mechanical, the RL/Sweep handles it well 5% 95% My rides are posted at app the average speed achieved 6% 94% I have sufficient emergency & accident training 6% 94% My rides attrac appropriate level riders 8% 92% The size of the group rides is satisfactory 8% 92% The ride scheduling system works well for me 12% 88% Rides start/finish location is convenient for me 12% 88% The choice of ride lengths is right for my ride level 13% 87% I use the Ride Library to try different rides 15% 85% Rides are scheduled at times convenient for me 17% 83% Rides are at the posted pace 19% 81% Many rides posted pace B- ride pace rasied to B level, due to B/B- riders together in the same rides There are sufficient choice of rides in late fall, winter and early spring 24% 76% There are insufficient out-of-area rides 31% 69% There is sufficient choice of rides at my level 35% 65% RC - proactively solicit RLs to lead rides (monthly), not just approve rides. RC should reduce # of "Show & Gos" (for A/B/B-) Recruit new RLs, use mentor / mentee programs Insufficient rides noted mostly for D rides, some for C+/E Faster pace rides in the destination rides (Shelter Island / Wine tour, etc) I would like a build-up series, such as training for a century 37% 63% I would like more multi-day rides 43% 57% RL Training I need more Ride Leader Training 33% 67% Will add one in mid-season. Do Meet & Greet - monthly special event I would lead a ride if there is a Mentor program 35% 65% Each RC encourge / publicize to all RLs Incentives 50% of the people not aware of the current incentive programs 50% 50% Clinics / Bike Shop programs I do not know how to change a flat 65% 35% I am not a strong enough ride leader 56% 44% Current programs too complicated/involved Publicize Incentive in SCBC Web site, blast, RL training meeting Special incentive needs to be simplified to award more RLs 5

6 How can we do better in 2017 More rides, more ride leaders Better / simpler incentive programs Bike Shop programs 6

7 2017 how can we do better? Get more Ride Leader to lead rides 1) Recruiting - Ride Coordinator to actively recruit and encourage riders to lead. 2) Mentor / mentee program - Encourage new ride leaders or potential ride leaders to be mentored before they lead the ride. Please be aware, Mentors get 3 extra points to lead ONE rides with Mentee (who also gets credit for leading) 3) Training to get New Ride Leaders ready: Ride Leader training Periodic Meet & Greet programs Cycling nutrition clinic : Jan (done) Cycling Readiness Clinic at Pacific Cycling & Triathlon, Feb 23rd (done) Bike FIT clinic at Zane s : March 9 (done) Tire change clinic at Outdoor Sports Center (Wilton) : April 20 (Thru) Hill Climb Clinic - summer Many Tire change maintenance clinics will be scheduled from April to August during biking season in various locations (New Canaan, Wilton, Norwalk, Greenwich, Fairfield etc.)- see page 11 7

8 2017 how can we do better? Add variety of rides and various locations of rides- we are adding the following standing rides, working in conjunction with Bike Shops: 1) Saturday morning 8am E-House No Drop ride (20 miles, flat route) E, D, C 2) Sunday morning 8am Pacific ramp-up series ( Ramp up from 20 miles to 40 + miles) Wilton Outdoor Ride Zane s Fairfield Shoreline ride (TBD) 3) Thursday evening: Taste of New Canaan - New Canaan Bicycles 4) Weekday morning 9am E-House No Drop ride (20 miles, flat route) E, D, C - (Monday or Thurs., TBD) 8

9 Incentives 2017 how can we do better? Goals: Incent members to lead rides, Incent members to lead D and E rides and encourage new ride leaders. 1) Promote awareness - Bill Keating to present the updated incentive rules 2) Do away with Ride Leader Special Incentive Reward Plan and replace with this easily attainable incentive reward: Give award to RL who leads first 5 rides in a season ($20 Club vouchers) this is independent of the vouchers we give out at the kickoff dinner the following season - so maxi voucher to award would be $120 for 60 points + $20 (first 5 rides) 3) Give double incentive if any RL leads / sweep a D or E ride 9

10 2017 Calendar Date Day Event February 23 rd Thursday Ride Coordinator Mee9ng March 23rd Thursday Ride Leader training March 31th Friday Ride Leader apprecia9on April 30th Sunday President s/new Member Ride April 30 th Sunday Group riding clinics May 14 th Sunday Bloomin Metric preview May 21 st Sunday Bloomin Metric May 28 th Sunday Long Island Winery Ride June 10 th Saturday Volunteer Apprecia9on dinner June 17 th Saturday Newport coastal mansion Ride June 25 th Sunday West Point Ride July 2 nd Sunday Herb s Pot Luck Picnic July 8 th Saturday Shelter Island Ride July 15 th Saturday Shelter Island rain date July 23 rd Sunday Picnic August 5 th (TBD) Saturday Block Island Ride August 12th Saturday Falls Village Ride September 4 Monday Labor Day picnic September 7 th - 10 th Thursday Sunday Cape Cod trip September 17 th Sunday Coastal Century ride October 14 th (TBD) Saturday The Harlem Valley Ride Modified December 2 Saturday Annual Holiday Party December 10 Sunday Jingle Bells Ride 10

11 2017 Bike Shop Clinic and Group Ride Calendar Date Day Where Event Bike Shop Clinics January 19 Thursday Danny s Cycles (Stamford) Eat Right, Go Fast - Cycling NutriGon Clinic February 23 rd Thursday Pacific Cycling & Triathlon (Stamford) Cycling Readiness Clinic March 9 Thursday Zane s bicycles (Fairfield) Bike FIT Clinic April 20 Thursday Outdoor Sports Center (Wilton) Tire Change Clinic May 10 Wed New Canaan Bicycles (New Canaan) Bike Maintenance Clinic June - TBD Sunday TBD (work w/ Eduardo Zane s) Hill Climb Clinic July 20 - TBD Thursday Dave's Cycle and Fitness (Greenwich) Tire Change Clinic Aug 17 - TBD Thursday Endurance House (Norwalk) Tire Change Clinic Bike Shop Standing Group rides Bino Ride Tues 6 pm Danny s Cycles (Stamford) BINO 19, and BINO 24 Wednesday World Wed 6 pm Sherpa (Westport) Taste of New Canaan Thurs. 6 pm New Canaan Bicycles E- House No Drop Mon or Thurs 9 am Endurance House (Norwalk) No drop flat ride E- House No Drop Saturday 8 am Endurance House (Norwalk) No drop flat ride Up- Down Greenwich Thurs 6 pm Dave s Cycles (Greenwich) Wilton Outdoor ride Sunday 8 am Outdoor Sports (Winton) Ramp up Pacific Sunday 8 am Pacific (Stamford) Ramp series ride ( miles) Zane s shoreline TBD TBD Zane s cycles (Fairfield) Route TBD 11

12 SCBC Mission o Sound Cyclist Bicycle Club provides organized rides and other cycling related activities for our members and the community, which stress safety, fun and fitness for all levels of riders. o The club also provides the opportunity for cyclists to improve their riding skills. The club is an advocate of safe cycling in Fairfield County and the State of Connecticut. 12

13 Ride Leader Training o o o o o o o Planning the Ride At the Start of the Ride Helmet, What to bring/wear to ride Rules of Road / Safe Riding In Case of Emergency After the Ride Sign-in Sheet 13

14 Planning the Ride o Decide when and where to start your ride. Consider the pace, length and terrain. Use a cue sheet from the online library, check for accuracy and updates. Add your name and cell phone number to the cue sheet and plan to carry your cell phone. o Post your ride, at least 2-3 days prior to date of ride ( notice) o Decide time and location of rest stops and make sure the places will be open w/ bathroom available. o Know the route. If you are not familiar with the roads, or unsure of road conditions, drive the course a few days ahead of time. Make sure street signs are visible. o Print out cue sheets, Pre-Ride Briefing, accident reports, and sign up sheets (release form) o Check the weather. If you feel conditions are unsafe you may elect to cancel the ride, and post Chat. 14

15 Road Conditions After severe winter roads in poor shape Try to drive route to determine state of roadway Keep to slower pace and be hyperaware of road conditions 15

16 At the Start of Ride o Introduce yourself to all riders and hand out cue sheets. o Announce the ride name and pace. Describe the ride: hills, sharp turns, road conditions, food stops o Introduce/welcome person new to club riding and/or new to the ride level. o Helmets are required. You may also want to check supplies such as tubes and water bottles. o Appoint a sweep, especially if the group is large. o Talk about safety and your expectations for the ride. o Remind riders to be helpful to and responsible for each other. Remind Riders this is a Club ride, not a race. o Lead by example and keep to advertised pace, suggest that faster riders may go ahead on their own. o Take a head-count. Make sure all riders sign and complete the sing-in sheet. Leave within 10 minutes of published start time. 16

17 Helmet o Always wear a proper helmet when cycling. A properly fitted CPSC or SNELL approved helmet is the single most effective way to avoid head injury in a crash. o The helmet should sit level on your head and low on your forehead - one or two finger widths above your eyebrow. o The helmet should fit snugly and sit at a level position with all straps buckled. With straps buckled, you should not be able to fit more than two fingers beneath the strap. o Helmets are designed to protect against ONE significant fall/ crash only. Replace your helmet after a significant crash, if it is broken, old, or worn. o In Connecticut and at least 19 other states, it is the law that cyclists under the age of 16 must wear a helmet. 17

18 The Bicycle o Keep your bike maintained in a good state of repair o Before each ride, perform a safety check Be sure your brakes work properly o Maintain a bright red light/reflector on the back of the bicycle that can be seen for 600 feet, according to state law o Maintain a bright WHITE light on the front of the bicycle motorists are looking for cars, not bikes BE VISIBLE o Before each ride, check your tires and inflate them to the proper amount o Tri bikes and the use of aero bars are NOT allowed at SCBC club rides 18

19 What to wear and carry while biking o Wear bright, reflective clothing especially in low light situations! o Wear clothing that does not flap loosely so it does not get caught in the bicycle or chain or wheel o Do not wear flip flops which can become entangled in the bicycle mechanism o Wear protective eye wear sunglasses or clear goggles to protect your eyes from road debris or insects o Never use headphones while riding you need to be fully aware of your surroundings o Never talk on a cell phone while riding keep both hands on the handlebar o Carry some identification on your person a Road ID is a perfect device for that o Don t carry heavy/bulky items that will cause you to be off balance use a basket or rack or bicycle pouch o Carry water/food with you and keep hydrated o Riding around dusk: should have white head-light and red tail light 19

20 Rules of the Road o In Connecticut, per Department of Transportation, cyclists must follow and obey all traffic laws ride in the same direction as traffic and obey all traffic signs o Ride on the right side of the road, as far to the right as practical and safe and ride single file as much as possible o STOP at all red lights, just as you would in a car o STOP at all stop signs, just as you would in a car o Do not ride on sidewalks this is prohibited in many municipalities for adults o Use hand signals to alert motorists and other cyclists of your intention to turn or slow down o Be alert for hazards in the road potholes, branches, debris, animals and call out to those riding with you 20

21 Rules of the Road o Check for traffic; scan the road in front of you, behind you, and around you. o Always try to pass others on their LEFT, and all out before passing. o The THREE FOOT LAW motorists passing a cyclist must allow at least a three foot distance between themselves and the cyclist. Be courteous and allow three feet when passing a fellow cyclist and call out passing on your left o Be careful when riding past parked cars allow room for a car door to open and do not pass closer than three feet past these cars o Be courteous and always yield right of way to a car or other cyclist unless you make eye contact and are waved on by the other cyclist or motorist. Always remember that even if you have right of way over a car and crash, you still lose! o If you need to stop for any reason, move yourself and your bike off the road o Always yield to pedestrians, and slow to a walking pace if safety dictates. o Eat before you are hungry, drink before you are thirsty. Carry water/food with you and keep hydrated. 21

22 Safe Riding Recommendations o Group Size - In general, a group size of 8-10 is ideal. If you feel that the group is too large, ask if there is another ride leader who would be willing to lead a second group and split the group in two o Cross railroad tracks at a 90 angle, this is extra important when the road is wet. o Watch for car doors opening in your path. Leave 3ft to pass cars. o Riding after Dark - Rides should not be scheduled to finish (or start) after dark. However, if you are riding after dark, slow down and keep the group together. A group of cyclists, each one properly lit with a headlight and tail light, is much more visible after dark than an individual rider 22

23 Safe Riding Recommendations o Ride to the right and single file whenever possible. o Use voice and hand signals to communicate with other riders, especially when you are riding close together. o Let riders behind you know when you are slowing and/or coming to a full stop. o Look ahead for road hazards (glass, potholes, wide cracks, metal, grates, gravel, sand and so on), and point them out to others o Check for traffic; scan the road in front of you, behind you, and around you. o Make eye contact with drivers so you know that they have seen you. 23

24 Safe Riding Recommendations o Yield to pedestrians, and slow to a walking pace if safety dictates. o Pass on the left, and use a bell or your voice to alert others that you are passing. o Cross railroad tracks at a 90 angle, this is extra important when the road is wet. o Watch for car doors opening in your path. Stay 3 ft away! o If you stop for any reason, move yourself and your bicycle completely off the roadway or trail. o Eat before you are hungry, drink before you are thirsty. 24

25 Unsafe Riders / New Riders Unsafe Riders GROUP RIDING ETIQUETTE IS POSTED ON WEBSITE_REFER TO THIS IF NEED Unsafe riders endanger everyone around them, ruin the experience for others on the ride, and give cyclists a bad image. If you are uncomfortable with a rider s actions, quietly and politely explain your concern. If the situation does not improve, ask the rider to leave the group. Any serious situations involving unsafe riders should be reported to the Rides Director, who will then contact the individual(s) involved to discuss the matter. New/First Time Riders Check in with each of the new riders periodically to ensure that they are getting along all right and that the pace is comfortable for them. 25

26 New Riders Pace- Terrain If you are new to group riding and do not know your pace level, when coming to your Club first group ride, it is better to start with a ride that is one level lower than what you think your pace would be. It is easier to enjoy your first group ride a level slower than to struggle through a ride that is too hard. The faster the average speed, the higher the level of group-riding skills required to ensure that rides remain safe. Some rides may be more appropriate than others for you to learn the skills needed to enjoy riding safely. Ride leaders will be happy to give you details regarding what is expected of you on rides. Please call the ride leader if it is your first ride at that level or if it is your first club ride. 26

27 Weather Conditions We experience a range of weather conditions over the riding season. Some weather can be hazardous. Sun Long rides in extremely sunny conditions with their high ultra-violet rays may expose the riders to risk of sunburn and heat exhaustion. Be aware of the potential and follow the suggestions on rider injury. Heat Heat and humidity will raise the possibility of dehydration. Watch for these risks and take note of riders with minimal fluid supplies. Thunder/lightning When lightning is imminent take appropriate shelter until the immediate danger has passed. Torrential rain In heavy rain that affects visibility or causes water build up on the road you should consider taking shelter. However, standing around while wet raises the risk of hypothermia, and you need to consider the lowest risk alternative. Cold/high wind Riding in cold weather and high wind raises the potential of hypothermia and dehydration. If conditions deteriorate during a ride, you should consider shortening the route, or until conditions improve, take shelter. 27

28 Correct Intersection Procedures Multiple Scenarios: Cyclist A: When your intention is to proceed straight through a multilane intersection, where both lanes permit traffic to make right hand turns, position yourself in the left most lane. Cyclist B: position yourself in the far right lane when your intention is to make a right turn. 28

29 Correct Intersection Procedures Multiple Scenarios: Cyclist A: Here the intention is to proceed straight through a multi-lane intersection and the cyclist is positioned in the correct lane, anticipating the cars in the right lane turning right and has moved to the left lane in advance of reaching the intersection. This way the cyclist avoids having to look forward and backward at the same time. Cyclist B: This cyclist, positioned correctly in the left lane, can make a safe and legal left- hand turn. Cyclist Group C: These cyclists have positioned themselves correctly in the left lane, allowing for a safe and legal left-hand turn. Driver 1: This car can make a safe and legal turn without Cyclist A becoming involved. Driver 2: This car can clearly see Cyclist A and should yield the right-of-way. Driver 3: This car can proceed through the intersection behind both cyclists until the cyclists can move out of the way. 29

30 Correct Intersection Procedures Multiple Scenarios: Cyclist A: Here the intention was to proceed straight through a multi-lane intersection but the cyclist is in the incorrect lane, where it is possible that cars to the left will turn right, crossing paths with the cyclist. Because of this unsafe position, the cyclist now has to stop and look forward and backward to correct the situation. Cyclist B: Here the intention was to turn left at multi-lane intersection but the cyclist is in the right lane, where clearly paths will cross with Driver 1. Because of this unsafe position, the cyclist now has to stop and look forward and backward to correct the situation. Cyclist Group C: These cyclists have positioned themselves incorrectly in the right lane intending to make a left turn. Their path will cross with Driver 4 who is proceeding straight through the intersection. Driver 1: This car, attempting to make a right turn, must look left and ahead for other traffic and may not see Cyclists A or B, crossing their paths. Driver 2: This car, turning left, may not see Cyclists A and cross the cyclist s path if Driver 1 should yield to the cyclists, letting them through the intersection. Driver 3: This car must wait for the situation to clear but still might cross the path of Cyclists B making an unsafe left-hand turn. Driver 4: This car, proceeding straight, may not see Cyclists B if Driver 1 should yield to the cyclist, letting them through the intersection. Also its path will cross Cyclists Group C attempting to make an unsafe left turn from the right lane 30

31 Too fast, Too Slow and Lost Riders Faster riders who ride beyond the advertised pace and accelerate the pace of the ride should be asked either to ride at the advertised place, or offered the opportunity of riding ahead of the group without the benefit of the Ride Leader. You may suggest regrouping at a food stop, or other regrouping point. Assess how the slower riders at the back of the group are doing and determine how much slower they are than the advertised pace. If the difference is significant, suggest these riders ride on their own or find their way back to the start. Try not to leave anyone behind or lose them. However, you need not go back and look for anyone who is unable to ride at the advertised pace. (An exception might be new riders who misjudged their ability to ride in a given group. Some Ride Leaders will give first time riders one chance) You may want to have someone ride at the back of the group to encourage and keep track of the slower riders. For more information, see Use of a sweep later in this section. 31

32 Mechanical Failures If someone has a mechanical failure, you will need to assess if you should pause the ride to enable a repair or let the ride continue immediately. This will obviously depend on the level of the ride and the issue experienced. You can: Check with the riders to see if anyone has the skill and parts to make the repair. Determine the location of the nearest bike shop. Determine if the rider will make the repair and follow or rejoin the ride. Determine if the rider has the means to return to the start point 32

33 In Case of Emergency o Signal traffic to protect the downed rider from oncoming traffic o Call 911 o Give comfort and reassurance, but do not move rider. o Call rider s emergency contact. If rider is to be transported to hospital, inform emergency contact of the location. STAY CALM & REASSURE o After the ride, follow up to find out condition of rider and offer assistance. o Fill out an accident report and send to the treasurer. o IF the Accident Involves Another Party, follow the above. Consider the need to call the police. Ask any rider who observed the accident to complete an accident report after the ride. Collect information from any other parties involved or any witnesses 33

34 Sound Cyclists Accident Report Date of Accident: Time of Accident: First Report of Accident 34

35 Sound Cyclists Accident Report Injured Person Information Name: Address: City: State: Zip: Phone: Soc. Sec. # (last 4 ONLY): Gender: Marital Status: Date of Birth: Does the injured person have other medical insurance: If YES, name of insurance company: 35

36 After the Ride After the ride has finished check the sign in sheet to make sure that everyone has returned safely. Thank riders for coming along and ask for any comments or suggestions. You should call any rider who was injured or lost during the ride or do a follow up call later or the next day if the rider is unavailable or cannot be contacted at the time. Within a day or two, mail the liability waiver to the address listed on the back of the waiver and include an Incident Report if you encountered any events of special note (accidents, troublesome riders, threats from passing motorists). Using the information on the liability waiver: If a rider calls you to ask for the phone number of someone else on the ride, do not give out that information. Instead, take the name and number of the person making the inquiry, call the other rider, and pass on the inquirer s name and number. After your ride, sign back onto the rides schedule and fill in the information on sweeps, if used, and the number of riders that showed up. This information is important and is used for the club s insurance policy. 36

37 Sign-In Sheet o The Sign-In Sheet is intended to be used for: 1) After the ride, the ride leader can make sure everyone returned safely 2) In case of emergency contact information 3) Protects the riders to the insurance carrier it is the proof that they were on the ride, if that were to be called into question. 4) Guests are covered for one ride per policy period in our case the policy period is the calendar year. o Riders should sign into his/her level RL sheet, with complete information o Each Ride Leader should bring the sign-in sheet on the ride with the riders riding the respective ride. o Even if you do not sign up but have accident, you are still covered since the ride is a listed club ride o Non member or Guest Riders are covered for one ride per policy period the SCBC policy period is the calendar year. 37

38 SCBC website Ride Leader Tab 38