There are changes happening that will affect ride-outs and its imperative those new and old are aware of the responsibilities in organising and taking part. If you are the lead rider in a ride-out you can be held responsible and fined with penalty points if someone in your group breaks the law, that includes dangerous riding and speeding among all the other ways they can and will nick you if they can. If you are new to the day out with a group ask the lead rider to explain his setup, such things as directions, do you stop behind the lead when the pack has split at a junction or do you ride ahead and he will take the lead when it is safe to do so or do you wait behind him, do you ride zig zag or do you ride tyre to tyre etc etc etc If you are in a group of say 5 or more, if you are the last rider you will have to ride faster to keep up, this may push you and your limits due to experience however you should NOT try and keep up just because you have just passed or feel like you are holding the group up. Ride to your own limitations not to the groups. If you are on a 125 with a group don't stress we have all been there and we will wait for you, again don't risk your life trying to keep up. Its the lead riders/organisers responsibility to ensure everyone gets home safe and sound, don't ruin a good day being a dickhead or trying to be clever, you are putting yourself and your groups lifes and well being at risk. Remember the above and ensure you know the rules, above all enjoy it, but please get home safe. BB