Ride Leader Overview

Ride leaders are the heart and soul of the Club. Riding is what we do and rides are the most visible feature of our club.  Becoming a ride leader is easy and rewarding.  

Ride Leaders are responsible for planning their ride, submitting their ride on the website, and managing their ride. There is no requirement for the number of rides you lead or the type of ride you lead. All the club asks is that you are a current club member, that your ride follows all club rules and policies regarding a ride.

What Does A Ride Leader Do?

• Arrive 15 minutes or more before the ride
• Ensure guests (non-members) have completed the online registration
• Check for helmets
• Give ride introduction/safety briefing
• Be familiar with the route
• Lead by example: Exhibit safe riding skills and follow the rules of the road
• Keep the advertised pace
• Interact with the riders in a friendly and professional manner
• Make sure everyone makes it back to the ride start (no dropped riders unless advertised)
• Be prepared to handle any incidents/accidents safely
• Reflect positively on the Club

Next Steps

Special Incentive

Ride leaders will receive a new Central Oregon Velo jersey after leading 5 COW rides! Until they are gone. Due to the generosity of Glen Bates, we have a about 20 new jerseys ranging in size from 2 through 8 (European sizing) for men and women. Color is blue and yellow, full zipper, highly breathable. They are not Central Oregon Wheeler jerseys, but they are nice.