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Green Riders Jersey

Finally, our team jersey GREEN RIDERS...

Why Green Riders?

We want to promote GO GREEN and PEDAL POWERED awareness. Less polluting the air, eat healthy, stay fit and have fun with cycling.

Basically everyone who cycles is already considered a Green Rider; therefore the jersey is also meant for everyone. If you would like to purchase the jersey and padded short, kindly email to victorloovictor@gmail.com

Cycling Hand Signals

For those new to organized group rides/ race ( such as the Putrajaya Ride ), please be advised that most regular cyclist practices the use of hand signs in the absence of indicator or brake lights especially when cycling in tight groups/ or in traffic;

 
Please familiarize yourself with some of the more common signs that is being practice in Left Hand Traffic countries such as Malaysia and Singapore.

Do take note that local road regulations do apply to all cyclist, hence please ride on the left hand side of the road ( unless you are the marshall ) , and ONLY OVERTAKE on your right, NEVER on your left. ( you may only overtake on your left if the vehicle in front of you is stationary, not while it is moving or signaling to turn left )

You can avoided any problems just by announcing your presence. While you may listen closely for traffic coming up from behind, a well-tuned bike is virtually silent. So unless you tell another rider you’re there, he or she may never know until it’s too late.

A simple “On your left” or “On your right” — or “Passing right” (or rarely, “left”) — is more than just cycling courtesy. It’s a way to make sure another rider knows you’re there, and rides accordingly.

And that helps keep you both safe. Cheers!

Here's a short video clip of hand signals in practical application

Dynamics of a successful pack ride

As our group gets progessively bigger and more new riders join us on our pace/ pack rides Friday nite on Kesas, here's a reminder of  how-to of a successful pack ride and the deployment of its group dynamics. 

LEAD RIDER

May not be the strongest rider in the pack, but has vast experience in knowing the route. Also responsible for the group and would point out hazards like obstructions, debris and potholes for the rest of the pack. The lead also keeps pace of his or her pack. A safe pace and distance ensures that there is enough time to react in the event of a collision.

MIDDLE RIDERS

Usually made up of experienced and novice riders. Speed, strength and stamina not an issue if you are training on a moderate pace. With a mix of riders of all age in the group, the weaker riders can stay in the pack to keep the pace.

SWEEPER

Usually the most patient of the lot, also strong and keeps an eye for those who lacked behind. Works closely with the ride leader to determine on where the hazardous sectors are and lookout for the rest of the pack. In a group, the toughest job belongs to the sweeper.

RIDING RIGHT

When you ride in a group, you keep a lookout for each other. We are not in a race, so, be mindful of the weaker cyclist and their ability to push themselves. Always put them ahead of you. 

Keep to your pace and always stay in line. Never overtake the ride leader. And when the lead rider signals to halt, follow the instructions. Keeping in a pack means you are guarded from all angles. Once a rider breaks free from the pack, he or she is heading on their own. This means trouble and if anything happens, it will screw up your day.

ROAD ETHICS

Be mindful of other road users. Always give way pedestrians. For cyclists to earn their respect from motorists on the road, they must set a good example for others to follow. Always ride with your helmet and gloves on. 

When a group is separated, always make it a point to re-group. Make sure that everyone is accounted for and that no one is left behind.

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Putrajaya Interpark Ride - 14

Just another day at our nation’s administrative capital for the Putrajaya Interpark Ride..for the Green Riders

The Putrajaya Interpark Ride organisers announce that a total of 3050 cyclist was taking part on the beautiful Sunday morning.

Though the overall ride distance is only 25km, the ride covered a number of medium ascents which saw several cyclist getting off and pushing their bikes up. The route was otherwise smooth with combination of bicycle track, gravel track and open road...


 

After the eventful ride, we rewarded ourselves with lunch at the infamous Sinki Restaurant at Dengkil

PS : Happy Birthday to our Mountain King, Daryl Khoo ( pic below )

and for more great photos, go to https://picasaweb.google.com/105518143193567434296/PutrajayaInterParkRide14?authuser=0&feat=directlink ( Thanks to Vic )

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