I was invited to a group bike ride tonight. First time out with everyone, don't know what to expect and whether I will be able to keep up. I am a middle aged guy just starting to get more involved with biking again. Normally I just poke around town or commute alone so I can set my own pace.
Anyhow, the ride starts from a point just a few miles from home. I COULD just bike there and start the group ride but then I potnetially consume enough energy that I can't keep up later. I live in a hilly place.
I think I'll just have my wife drop me and the bike off, and I'll ride home. I know I can do that much because I can go as slowly as I need to.