Guidance for club rides under restrictions

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Guidance for riders and ride leaders

There is a limit of 15 (fifteen) riders on the ride, including the ride leader. This is a maximum, not a target number; use discretion depending on where you are riding.
Maintain social distancing at all times.
The ride leader has the discretion to limit the number of riders.
- Booking with the ride leader guarantees your place; you may be disappointed if you turn up without booking. The leader’s contact details will be on the rides list.
- Cancel your place if your plans change.
Do not turn up to the ride if you have Covid-19 symptons or are meant to be quarantining/self-isolating.
Follow the guidance given by the pub/cafe for your safety.
Be aware of those behind you and prepare to wait at junctions to show the direction of travel.
Be self-sufficient in food and drink; do not share.
Carry and use hand sanitiser. Wear a mask where applicable.
Have the tools and the ability to make basic repairs yourself. If you need help or use others tools ensure you both use sanitiser.
Check the rides list for any last minute changes before setting off.
There is advice on cycling during restrictions from Cycling UK.

Guidance for ride leaders

There is a limit of 15 (fifteen) riders including yourself. You have the discretion to limit numbers to whatever you consider manageable.
Before the ride remind the group of their responsibilities to maintain social distancing and the wearing of masks when applicable.
Turn away any rider displaying Covid-19 symptons or anyone refusing to share their contact details.
Plan rest stops which have sufficient space for social distancing
Details of the ride have to be published on the rides list
You must have full (i.e. not affiliated) membership of Cycling UK on the date of the ride
All of the above are conditions of the Organisers liability insurance (provided by Cycling UK for ride leaders for potential losses incurred by a rider or third-party during a ride).
Our existing ride leader advice is still relevant

Further information from Cycling UK

Any questions?

Simon Bird
Coronvirus Officer, Cycling UK Reading
07846 219114
covidofficer@cyclingukreading.org.uk

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24/3/21 – revised to new guidance applicable from 29/3/21
27/11/20 – removed line about on-tour accommodation.
14/9/20 – revised for 6 maximum and legal requirement to record contact details.
2/9/20 – revised using guidance published by Cycling UK on 27/8/20
3/7/20 – added information about using a contact list for pubs/cafes
4/6/20 – first publication

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