First off let me state that I will miss the TCM and I have only done it once.It is a beginner level friendly course with great support.In fact it was so good that Krystal and I wanted to return the favor and volunteered to work the HOT-100.(great job Janey)Well that and the fact the HOT was moved to a course that was not friendly for us that are altitude/climate challenged.It was actually quite fun to work the (#1 rated)rest stop at the Rock Springs church.Sounds as if several people were sad to not be able to ride the TCM this year.With this being stated as an new member last year I concur that the club welcomes new riders
but does not keep these new riders by literally leaving them in the dust.This addressed by Ed with the EZ-plan.Kudos to Ed.The club is a fast club and as a result of this it has become a club of those that can keep up thus deleting the volunteer pool.I do not know the answer to this problem but that it is a problem.Have other clubs dealt with this issue? I am also saddened to learn that Ed and Dot will not be hosting the Tuesday rides from there home and the ride will be combined.Once again mixing us turtles with the rabbits.Thanks for the memories and your time/hospitality Ed and Dot.I can be reached 653-2134 FT.Gordon Ga. until Mar 28.
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Don, First, you are welcome to lead a ride if the current ride isn't at your pace. Leading can be as simple as heading up a group leaving from the same location as the main ride but going slower. In the beginning, you may also want to call someone that rides your pace so you're assured of having a group. Regardless, It's easy to modify the main route to fit & you won't even need to make the map. That's how I ended up leading Tue. I wanted to ride & couldn't keep up with the rabbits (still can't).
Second, status of TCM can be more accurately described as "in limbo". Certain things will have to happen for it to continue, some of which the club members can impact. One issue is having enough volunteers. I'm sure this & any other issues will be addressed at the upcoming meeting. In the interum, let's ALL be deciding to help.