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Parents/Guardians should\u0026nbsp;contact the Club Ride rep clubrides@sdw.org.uk to register interest\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Riders aged 14 and 15 must be accompanied on the ride by a responsible adult\u0026nbsp;member of the club who has been nominated \u0026 agreed by the parent/guardian. The\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eresponsible adult should be comfortable riding at the pace of the group the youth has\u0026nbsp;joined \u0026 must be proficient in terms of bike maintenance, roadside repair etc. Riders\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eshould be collected at the completion of ride at the finish point.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Riders aged 16 and 17 must be accompanied on the ride by a responsible adult member\u0026nbsp;of the club. The responsible adult should be comfortable riding at the pace of the group\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ethe junior has joined \u0026 must be proficient in terms of bike maintenance, roadside repair\u0026nbsp;etc. Riders subject to the consent of their parent/guardian may ride home from the finish\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003epoint\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• All riders, without exception must have completed a Group Training Ride \u0026 Assessment\u0026nbsp;with SDW Ride Captains (clubrides@sdw.org.uk) The ride will take place on a risk\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eassessed route. The riders will be expected to have previous experience of road riding –\u0026nbsp;youth rides or other recognised environments.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• All riders must have the consent of the Club Ride Rep and Captains to join the Club\u0026nbsp;Rides . This will include discussion with the Youth Rep and Parents/Guardian. This\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eshould be agreed in advance (clubrides@sdw.org.uk). Riders should sign up to the\u0026nbsp;event via the website or app to confirm attendance once consent has been approved.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• All riders must be able to be trusted by their Coaches/Captains and parent/s to ride\u0026nbsp;safely on the roads when given safe leadership and instruction\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• All Riders should have a level of fitness where they are able to complete a ride of the\u0026nbsp;duration, difficulty and speed of the route planned for the day. Riders will be invited to\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ejoin Group C for their first two Club Rides. The rides are normally over distance of\u0026nbsp;around 80 to 90 km and Group C ride at an average of 24 kph and Group B at an average\u0026nbsp;of 27 kph\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• All riders must have appropriate third party liability insurance – either with a\u0026nbsp;membership to British Cycling or Cycling UK\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• All riders must have a completed parental/guardian consent form lodged on the website\u0026nbsp;southborough-wheelers.co.uk\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Continued participation in the rides is subject to review based on ability and behaviour\u0026nbsp;on previous club rides\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\u0022font-size: 20px;\u0022\u003eDay of the ride\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• It is the responsibility of every rider to carry appropriate drinks/ gels/ inner tubes/ pumps\u0026nbsp;etc.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• DOWNLOAD the route if you have a GPS.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Once a group has set off riders should stay within their groups ie avoid changing to\u0026nbsp;another group. The ride captain has to keep his/ her group together. We cannot pass on\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eresponsibility to other groups on the road.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• PLEASE wear club kit\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• In case of emergencies parents/guardians must be available to collect their child along\u0026nbsp;the route should this be needed and contactable during the ride.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClub riding etiquette\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• The club’s strength is its reputation. Bad behavior or poor riding etiquette can damage\u0026nbsp;the club’s reputation. Please keep in mind the following etiquette rules when riding;\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eespecially when riding in club colours, or on a Club ride.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Riders must ALWAYS wear cycle helmets on our club ride.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Always carry enough money if required for a café stop, refreshments or emergencies.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Carry clothing appropriate for the day’s weather, take a rain jacket if rain is forecast.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Ensure your bike is well maintained (gears, brakes, wheels, tyres etc).\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Arrive on-time. Club rides do leave promptly.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Carry spares and tools (multi-tool recommended) including inner tubes, tyre levers and\u0026nbsp;pump.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• A mobile phone is always useful.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Carry contact details in case of emergency\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Observe all aspects of the Highway Code - red lights, stop signs, \u0026 no riding on\u0026nbsp;pavements... etc.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Be courteous and do not shout abuse at other road users or cyclists.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Stronger riders should wait at the soonest opportunity if the group fragments to avoid\u0026nbsp;missing a turning. Similarly, the group should wait or assist those who experience\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003epunctures or problems. It does not matter how near to home the ride maybe, it is\u0026nbsp;discourteous to leave a fellow rider stranded.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Communicate with your fellow riders of any road defects and hazards. If you are new to\u0026nbsp;group riding you will soon get used to the signals and calls made by riders.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Ride at a maximum of two abreast, but be prepared to single out where necessary, warn\u0026nbsp;other riders of approaching traffic.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Remember many of our rides are on country lanes at the weekend and in addition to\u0026nbsp;motor traffic, expect to encounter walkers and horses so take great care in passing\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ethem.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Ride in a manner that is predictable and safe.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• More experienced members should set an example to the new or younger riders.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• It is considerate to other riders to use mudguards in the winter and on rainy rides (they\u0026nbsp;also protect you and your bike).\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Above all - enjoy yourself!\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eResponsible Adults\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe responsible adults on the ride agree to ensure that the young person(s) remains safe on the\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eride.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis includes : -\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Staying with them if they get dropped or have a mechanical problem and ensuring more than\u0026nbsp;one adult is present. They should not be left alone with the young person\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Assisting with any mechanical problems\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Making sure they have sufficient food and drink\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Making sure they get back to the ride finish point and wait with them until collected.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Ensuring that they have contact details of the parent/guardian in case of emergency.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Where appropriate, communicate with the parent/guardian if there any delays in the expected\u0026nbsp;return.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• If the rider is unable to complete the ride, then wait with them at a suitable safe waiting point\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003euntil the parent/guardian arrives to collect them. Agree with the rest of the group whether the\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ewhole group should remain or carry on to the finish point.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\u0022font-size: 20px;\u0022\u003eWelfare\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe club’s welfare officers can be contacted should parents/guardians or riders have any\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003econcerns - welfare@sdw.org.uk\u003c/p\u003e","ContentConfig":{"Caption":null,"Icon":null,"IconColour":null,"CaptionColour":null,"UnderlineColour":null,"TextColour":null,"FontSize":"1.2rem","LineHeight":"1.5em","RequiresLoggedInUser":false,"BottomMargin":0,"PaddingLeft":"11px","PaddingTop":"12px","PaddingRight":"11px","PaddingBottom":"0px","PhoneVisible":true,"TabletVisible":true,"DesktopVisible":true,"CssClass":null,"PageLinkName":null,"PageLinkCaption":null},"ComponentCode":null,"ComponentError":null,"BottomMargin":"0px","PaddingLeft":"11px","PaddingTop":"12px","PaddingRight":"11px","PaddingBottom":"0px","CssClass":null,"ResponsiveClasses":"","PageLinkName":null,"PageLinkCaption":null,"Background":{"Colour":null,"ImageURL":null,"Filter":null,"IsParallax":false,"Image":"","Tint":""},"ImageConfig":{"ImageURL":null,"ObjectFit":"contain","ImageHeight":null,"FrameStyle":null,"BorderRadius":null,"Caption":{"IsActive":false,"Text":null,"SubText":null,"Font":{"Size":null,"Colour":null},"SubFont":{"Size":null,"Colour":null},"Alignment":null,"Position":null,"Margin":null,"BackgroundColour":null,"Blur":false,"Hover":false},"AltText":null,"LinkURL":null,"BottomMargin":0,"PaddingLeft":"10px","PaddingTop":"10px","PaddingRight":"10px","PaddingBottom":"10px","PhoneVisible":true,"TabletVisible":true,"DesktopVisible":true,"CssClass":null,"PageLinkName":null,"PageLinkCaption":null},"IgnoreCache":false}]}],"ColumnSpacing":"0px","BottomMargin":"0px","TopPadding":"0px","IsFullWidth":false,"IsBackgroundFullWidth":false,"Background":{"Colour":null,"ImageURL":null,"Filter":null,"IsParallax":false,"Image":"","Tint":""}},{"Columns":[{"Width":12,"WidthClasses":"col-md-12 col-sm-12 col-xs-12","Elements":[{"ID":6167,"Type":"EMPTY","Content":null,"ContentConfig":{"Caption":null,"Icon":null,"IconColour":null,"CaptionColour":null,"UnderlineColour":null,"TextColour":null,"FontSize":null,"LineHeight":null,"RequiresLoggedInUser":false,"BottomMargin":0,"PaddingLeft":"10px","PaddingTop":"10px","PaddingRight":"10px","PaddingBottom":"10px","PhoneVisible":true,"TabletVisible":true,"DesktopVisible":true,"CssClass":null,"PageLinkName":null,"PageLinkCaption":null},"ComponentCode":null,"ComponentError":null,"BottomMargin":"0px","PaddingLeft":null,"PaddingTop":null,"PaddingRight":null,"PaddingBottom":null,"CssClass":null,"ResponsiveClasses":null,"PageLinkName":null,"PageLinkCaption":null,"Background":{"Colour":null,"ImageURL":null,"Filter":null,"IsParallax":false,"Image":"","Tint":""},"ImageConfig":{"ImageURL":null,"ObjectFit":"contain","ImageHeight":null,"FrameStyle":null,"BorderRadius":null,"Caption":{"IsActive":false,"Text":null,"SubText":null,"Font":{"Size":null,"Colour":null},"SubFont":{"Size":null,"Colour":null},"Alignment":null,"Position":null,"Margin":null,"BackgroundColour":null,"Blur":false,"Hover":false},"AltText":null,"LinkURL":null,"BottomMargin":0,"PaddingLeft":"10px","PaddingTop":"10px","PaddingRight":"10px","PaddingBottom":"10px","PhoneVisible":true,"TabletVisible":true,"DesktopVisible":true,"CssClass":null,"PageLinkName":null,"PageLinkCaption":null},"IgnoreCache":false}]}],"ColumnSpacing":"0px","BottomMargin":"0px","TopPadding":"0px","IsFullWidth":false,"IsBackgroundFullWidth":false,"Background":{"Colour":null,"ImageURL":null,"Filter":null,"IsParallax":false,"Image":"","Tint":""}}],"HasTwitterFeedComponent":false,"PageURL":"https://www.southborough-wheelers.co.uk/Cms/Spaces/CLUBRIDES/SDW+U18s+Club+Ride+Policy?version=3","AllVersions":[],"Comments":[],"UpdatedComments":[],"Spaces":[],"IsWatching":false,"LastViewTime":null,"CanEdit":false,"CanPublish":false,"CanCopy":false,"CanCreateTemplate":false,"CanComment":false,"CanReadComments":false,"CanModerateComments":false,"CanLike":false,"CanWatch":false}
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