Before you join us for a group ride, make sure that:

• You have a properly sized and adjusted helmet, are carrying identification, and have emergency money.
• Your bike fits properly, is well adjusted, and is mechanically sound. Also, carry a water bottle or hydration pack, a small saddle pack with a tube, patch kit, essential tools, an air pump, and a cue sheet holder.

If this is your first PPTC ride, we have a few additional suggestions to get you on your way. Know how to get to the ride start locations (directions are listed in the Reference Manual) and allow sufficient time to arrive early (at least 15 minutes to prepare yourself and your bike). Most ride start locations do not have rest rooms, so allow extra time to stop at a fast food place or service station before you arrive. Once there, you will need to sign in, get a cue sheet, introduce yourself to the ride leader (let them know it’s your first PPTC ride), then prepare yourself and your bike to be ready when pre-ride announcements are made.