OBC runs road rides on Sunday mornings and Tuesday evenings, and we also add rides on other days as the season unfolds. We vary start locations, routes, and distances throughout the year, so you can choose what fits your goals. You can find every ride in the club calendar, and you can sign up in advance.
We organize road rides in groups of 6–12 cyclists, and knowledgeable OBC ride leaders guide each group. We build groups based on speed, ability, and riding goals, so everyone rides at a comfortable pace.
Group riding helps you draft and save energy especially into the wind while keeping the ride social. And if you get a flat or run into a mechanical issue, others can support you.
We follow the group-riding practices in the Education section, and we apply a no-drop approach unless a ride description says otherwise.
Bikes
Road bikes work best for these rides, and many gravel bikes also fit well. Some riders use cyclocross or lightweight hybrid bikes; however, the most important choice is your pace group. Pick a group speed you can maintain comfortably for the full ride.
Group speeds
You register in advance for a pace group. The fastest groups focus on performance, so riders should arrive fit, experienced, and self-sufficient. The other groups ride at a more social or recreational pace, and they offer extra support if someone struggles.
