BIKE DEL RIO - River and Rose Exploratory

All riders are welcome, it is free to ride. This is a sunset ride. It will be sunny at the start and dark by the time we return. Bike lights (front and rear) are required to ride. Helmets are strongly encouraged.

$5 Drafts deal at MCO for all riders after the ride.

RIVER AND ROSE EXPLORATORY ROUTE - DETAILS We meet at 5:30 in the Patio at Mesquite Creek Outfitters on N. Main Street in Downtown Del Rio. We go "wheels up" and start the ride at 6:00 SHARP. We are out and back to MCO by 7:00pm. The route is approximately 7 miles, starts on Main Street, heads past the Whitehead Museum, around River Road, past the ranches by the Winery, and then returns.

START & END: Mesquite Creek Outfitters MEET TIME: 5:30pm ROLL TIME: 6:00pm (sharp) SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate

PACE: Social (7-12mph) DISTANCE: ~ 7 miles TIME: ~ 60 minutes ELEVATION: +/- 100 ft

RECOMMENDED MATERIALS: Water Helmet Bike Lights (front and rear) Closed Toe Shoes

**GUIDELINES for riding safely with BIKE DEL RIO**

1. PROTECT YOURSELF Wear a helmet, use front/rear lights. Maintain your bicycle. Check and prepare for the weather. Know your limits and abilities. 2. FOLLOW THE LEADER Allow the ride leader to lead and set the pace. This is a social ride. Do not pass the ride leader or ride ahead of the group. 3. EARS AND EYES OPEN Listen closely for instructions. Speak out and echo “stop, turn, car, caution!” Do not use headphones or talk on the phone. 4. YIELD TO CARS Leave at least one lane open for drivers. Yield to all vehicles and pedestrians. Approach intersections with caution. 5. OBEY THE LAW Follow all road rules. Do not ride with an open alcohol container. Please refrain from drinking alcohol before or during the ride. 6. SHOW RESPECT No offensive behavior while riding. Be kind, civil, and welcoming. Absolutely no harassment, sexism, racism, or hate speech.

ETIQUETTE 1. Be mindful of other riders in the group. Keep pace, maintain the train. Be predictable: hold your lane while turning corners, starting, and stopping. Provide adequate space between riders and announce yourself when passing. Pass on the left. Move to the right if riding slowly (up hills). 2. Know that every rider is different. Do not assume skill or comfort levels. Have patience: it might be someone's first group ride. If you see a new rider, introduce yourself and say, “Happy Tuesday!” 3. Be a cycling ambassador. Be respectful to everyone on the road, including drivers and pedestrians. Elevate the perception of cyclists everywhere. 4. Inform a ride leader/volunteer if you see/hear something uncool. do not be afraid to call out bad behavior or enforce etiquette. Politely tell riders, "That is not how we roll." 5. The bike time starts sharp. We will not wait for you! We are chasing the sun and need to be back before dark.

LIABILITY 1. BIKE DEL RIO is not liable for any injuries or accidents. By riding with us, you acknowledge that any sport can be dangerous and that you ride at your own risk. Participation is voluntary. 2. By attending our ride, you consent to have your photograph or recording posted to our social media account. 3. All riders are required to sign the community guidelines document and liability waiver prior to event participation.