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SPEED, INTERVALS, AND DISTANCES
The
speed; consistent with the ability of the least experienced
rider,
surrounding conditions, and safe riding practices.
All riders
will make an effort to maintain the same speed to minimize the
effect of irregular speeds on riders at the rear of the
group.
All riders
will maintain a safe distance and lane positions
between themselves and the rider directly ahead; to be
consistent with
existing road, traffic, and weather conditions.
MINIMUM SAFE
FOLLOWING DISTANCES
Within the
group, a safe distance is defined as a MINIMUM TWO SECOND
DELAY
between the rider, and the next rider directly ahead ref.
NOTE below.
This means
that there is a MINIMUM of a ONE SECOND DELAY between
Staggered riders.
Whenever a single file formation is employed, a safe
distance remains
defined as a MINIMUM of a TWO SECOND DELAY
between the rider, and
the rider directly ahead.
With respect
to vehicles ahead of the group, a safe distance is defined as
a MINIMUM of a THREE SECOND DELAY between the
Captain, and any vehicle directly ahead of the group (ref.
NOTE below).
NOTE: It's
important to keep in mind that a two second interval is
a MINIMUM safe requirement in order to react in the event of
a potentially
hazardous condition, NOT TO STOP.
SAFE STOPPING
DISTANCES
At 30 MPH it
23m, 50 MPH = 53m and 70 MPH = 96m
In group
riding, a one-second interval between STAGGERED riders is a
policy consistent with the recommendations of most traffic
and safety
agencies including the Police.