WEEKLY RIDE SAFETY REMINDER- Know Your Route Before You Roll As we head into another great weekend of riding, here's an important safety reminder: Choose the Right Route for You Each week, we provide five different route options for our Saturday ride so all riders-no matter your fitness level-can have a great ride. But we've noticed some members arrive not sure which route to take. Why It Matters for Safety * Choosing a route that's beyond your ability can leave you exhausted, dehydrated, or far from help if something goes wrong. * It can put added pressure on other riders to support someone who's struggling. * In extreme cases, it can lead to crashes, medical issues, or needing to call for a ride home. Smart Route Planning Tips * Review the route options ahead of time. Check distance, elevation, and understand expected pace. * Be honest about your current fitness, recovery, and how you're feeling that day. * Don't feel pressured to take the longest or hardest route. Completing a ride safely is always the real win. * If you're unsure, go shorter. You can always add on miles at the end if you feel good. * Download the Ride With GPS route to your phone or save it to your bike computer. * If you have questions, ask during your ride leader's safety briefing. Let's keep our rides safe, fun, and inclusive. See you out there-and know your route before you roll!