Better than average ride in June

The June 2007 ride was one of the better rides, and a couple of things contributed to that, I think.

Those in front rode slowly – and as a result we didn’t lose the mass-iness.

We stopped (or were stopped) by red lights frequently, and that helped keep the mass together as well.

I think it’s better to stop more often but for shorter periods that to wait until we get all strung out, everybody yelling “Mass Up!” and then waiting at a light for two or three cycles before proceeding.

I didn’t see any incidents or behavior that warranted attention.

Nor did I realize we stopped at Humboldt Park! (I just follow the crowd, not the map.) So I kept going. Slowly, the group diminished and as individuals and small groups peeled off. Me, I exited about Webster and Halsted and headed home.

Anybody have an idea how many riders we had?

Pictures at this link

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