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How to be a Ride Host

Q: Hey, what the heck is a ride host?

A: Wow, being a Ride Host is FUN and EASY. First, you pick one of the rides on the ride schedule that doesn't have a leader listed. Then contact the club ride chairman
                                     Brian Blome at 847-358-4807,
                                 any one of the board members
                      or send an email to wheeling@wheelmen.com.

Before the ride, Brian will mail or email you a copy of the cue sheet and map for the ride and the sign up sheet. All you have to do is make copies of the cue sheets, show up for the ride, hand them out, get people to sign in, introduce any new riders, and go for a fun ride the way you normally would. Within a day or two following the ride, mail the sign up sheet to Joe Irons. His address is on the sign up sheet. It is that simple.

Q: Do I have to do my own cue sheets and maps?

A: No, all of that is provided. However, if you want to be adventurous, the club is always looking for new rides. You can create your own. Just work with Brian on the particulars.

Q: I’m nervous about doing it alone my first time. Can I “buddy up” with someone?

A: Certainly. If you want to host a ride with a friend, partner, or even a board member, feel free. It’s fun in pairs.

Q: What do I get out of hosting a ride?

A: First of all it is fun. Second, the club will only survive if the members volunteer. This is an easy way for you to keep the club going. In addition, we have a new ride host incentive program. Your name will be entered into a drawing for as many times as you have volunteered to lead a Saturday/Sunday ride. The drawing will be at the end of the season at the annual banquet.

Q: I lost the signup sheet for the ride I'm leading. Where can I get another one?

A: You can get another sign up sheet by clicking here.