Ride Leader's Obligations

Response to "Ethics".

Fact, the ride leader of the MTB ride was asked by me on numerous occasions to provide the necessary ride details. They were distance, difficulty, route and general comments. These details were never given.

Fact, had these details been included in the ride calendar then more people would have joined that MTB ride. This so called MTB ride turned out to be a gentle ride on fairly easy terrain. Therefore even a hybrid bike would have sufficed. Note, not all bike riders have MTBs or hybrids.

Fact, not all riders are comfortable or capable of doing real mountain bike rides involving tree roots, rocks, ditches, steep grades, mud, thick undergrowth and likely spills. You've got it!

Fact, inferring from the above this was never a proper organised bike ride. It failed the necessary details to make a personal decision.

Fact, "Ethics" failed to check 2010 ride calendar and provide all applicable information.

ps: I don't have a problem with riders doing alternate rides.

Henry