You don't want to injure yourself, and we certainly don't want you to put us at risk. If you or your bike are impaired, please don't attempt to ride with our group.
Safety is always the most important consideration.
You are the ultimate authority on whether you feel safe, and you should act accordingly. It is always better to drop out and go your own way if you feel uncomfortable or unsafe for any reason. All riders are totally responsible for their own safety at all times and will be requested to ride in a safe manner or will be asked to leave the group. We ride in a staggered formation for the best safety margin of reaction time and space. Each rider should leave enough room for the bike in front of them to make a left or right maneuver without danger of hitting the next bike in line.