Peak Rally 2024 - 28th - 30th June

[Luke Sharp]

And include instructions for the Drop Off Marker System.

Mainly: Stop on the junction where people can see you, not 50 yards down the road.

And wait until the sweeper comes along.

Seemed very difficult for some on Saturday, resulting in a fragmented group returning to the campsite.

[johnnymoped]

And maybe include differences between yellow, orange and red bibs !

Dave - do you think we should get some different coloured ones for the 'colour blind' amongst us

[johnnymoped]

And include instructions for the Drop Off Marker System.

Mainly: Stop on the junction where people can see you, not 50 yards down the road.

And wait until the sweeper comes along.

Seemed very difficult for some on Saturday, resulting in a fragmented group returning to the campsite.

Looks like we need to make things clear in future

[Wessiedave]

Different coloured bibs? We'd have to do a colour blind test on all rallyists just to make sure!
Seriously though, I don't know what the answer is, maybe folks just aren't listening !

[Hucklow Tom]

Hi All

Thanks everyone for attending the rally and making it a great day. We were lucky with the weather, traffic and a lower than normal turnout of cyclists. Trust me, it is usually a lot worse

I thought it went well apart from a couple of instances where a marker may have got bored and moved too soon.

For anyone unsure, this is a quick description I have lifted off tinternet.


“Second man drop-off” is important and everyone in the group has a role and responsibility to play. This is especially true when they have been dropped off and they do not leave the spot they have been told to wait until everyone in the group has passed them.

1. Lead and tail rider

In this system of “second man drop-off” there is a lead rider and a tail rider whose positions never change in the column. The lead and tail biker will be designated and will always stay in position. All riders should take a good look at their bikes and clothing so that they can be identified during the ride. You do not want group riders to inadvertently follow a biker from another group (which has happened before).

2. The Second man drops

As the group arrives at a point of deviation on the route (e.g. a motorway exit, a turn or a roundabout) the second bike in the column “drops off” (“second man drop-off”) at the roadside in a position that is safe from other road users and visible to the following bikes. The second man dropped-off is acting as a visible signpost for the following riders. The lead biker will point out the spot where the “second man drop-off” will be placed.

3. They must wait

The “second man drop-off” motorcyclist stays in this position until the last biker has passed them. On seeing the tail biker go past or to be allowed to ride off in front of them they resume position in the line immediately in front of the tail marker.

4. Stay patient

It is absolutely imperative that the “second man drop-off” biker remains patient and stays in place until the tail rider appears. This system has been used on many occasions and it works if everybody follows the rules.


5. Not always necessary to drop

There should be no need to have a second rider stop when the exit is clear and travelling: – straight on at traffic lights, roundabouts, or crossroads if no “drop off” is evident. But the group can make their own decisions if they want to mark every junction.

6. Everyone must ride safely

Riders in the group must not ride above their own ability or limits just to try and keep up. There will be a bike waiting at the next turn off point. Do not rush and cause yourself or others any problems.

Do not get pushed along by a faster bike behind you. Move over and let them through if you are unhappy with their position if it is too close to you and you feel pressured. Slower riders, beware you may be holding up a faster rider and move over to let them pass.

Ride at a pace that is within your ability and you are comfortable with.

It’s not a race and you won’t get left behind. Just because you can’t see the bike in front doesn’t mean you’re going to get left behind. Take it steady, someone will be waiting somewhere. Trust in the “second man drop-off system”.


One thing I failed to mention before the ride out (apologies all round) was that, should you feel you do not want to get involved with all this drop off malarkey, simply hang back in the group so you do not become the second bike at any point. Simples


Hope this helps.

[Wessiedave]

Perfectly put Tom, and thanks again for leading, great fun, cheers

[scouse]

I'll hold my hand up, I fucked up, sorry everyone

[scouse]

On the brighter side
https://youtu.be/_ET9RK53OZk?si=JHe8OV5JfzjJeCRW

[johnnymoped]

Thanks for posting this Gary

[SAM]

Good video Gary

[Olde Coney]

Great video Gary..thanks for sharing