Your Questions, Answered

Yes, in structure. No, in feel.

It’s a proper ride, done in a small group.
Routes are planned and tested. Logistics are handled.
But the riding itself isn’t sanitised or stage-managed.

You’re trusted to ride.
The road does the work.

Because the group matters.

Riding in demanding places only works when expectations, riding styles, and judgement line up.
One person riding unpredictably or bringing ego into it can affect everyone.

The application is there to make sure the week works for the whole group.
It’s about fit, not status.

Riders who:

• ride with awareness, not bravado

• take responsibility for themselves and their bike

• are comfortable riding their own pace

• don’t need to prove anything to the group

It works best when people pay attention, communicate clearly, and adjust when conditions change.

If you enjoy tight packs, racing other riders, or being the loudest presence in the group, it probably won’t suit you.

Small.

It feels like a crew, not a crowd.
Small numbers reduce pressure, admin, and ego, and make it easier to ride well.

No.

Some sections are ridden together.
Others are designed to give space without splitting the group.

You’ll have room to ride your own ride, without disappearing or being rushed.
We regroup daily. Nobody gets left behind.

No.

“Ride your own ride” is a real rule here, not a slogan.
If you want to drop back, you drop back.
If you want space, you get space.

The routes and rhythm are designed so pace differences don’t become pressure.

Things will go wrong. That’s part of riding.

When they do, we don’t panic.
We slow down, adjust, and deal with what’s in front of us.

No heroics. No drama. Just judgement and shared responsibility.

Riding in unfamiliar places always involves risk.

What we control is preparation, decision-making, and standards.
Routes are tested.
Pacing is realistic.
Group size is kept small.
Ego is not tolerated.

We prioritise calm riding, good judgement, and getting everyone home in one piece.

Comfortable, not luxury.

You’ll have your own room and space to rest properly. Good sleep matters when days are long.

Yes, at times.

Days can be long. Conditions can be challenging.

You’ll be tired, usually in a good way.

It also asks for attention and judgement.
You’re engaged most of the day.

This isn’t about pushing to extremes,
but it does ask something of you.

There are a few optional, low-key check-ins across the trip.

Nothing heavy. Nothing forced.
Some people talk. Some don’t. Both are fine.

Most of what happens comes from the riding itself.

That’s fine.

This isn’t designed to suit everyone.
The right people usually recognise it quickly.

If you’re unsure, the application call is there to talk it through honestly.