Working remote has its benefits, like spending less time in traffic, raiding the snack room whenever you want, and potential lunch rides. Some might not like office mates, but whether we like it or not, in-person socialization makes us happier humans.
Singletracks was my first remote job and after some time here, I realized that I need to see people regularly, outside of work, for my own mental health. With so many friends who also work from home, and also mountain bike, there’s no better way for me to socialize than riding regularly with other people at some point during the week.
Frequent rest stops with “how’s life” conversation starters have become a regular part of my riding routine. As with anything, there’s a balance. I average three rides a week and some weeks, every ride is with someone else. While I cherish time pedaling with great people, I also realize that some of us rarely have time and space to ourselves to sort through all of life’s ordeals. Sometimes it feels healthier to ride solo.
What’s your bet and why? Are you a lone wolf or part of the party?
I have been riding solo for so long and I actually prefer it as I don’t have to wait on anyone and also the times I have ridden with ppl all I hear is a lot of whining. I have also been a mtb-r for over 30 years and have really only ridden by myself. So I am just going to stick with what I know and enjoy. Besides it really allows me to be able to really clear my head.
I mostly ride solo so I can do my own thing. I do see all my trail maintenance teammates and we hang out between laps and stuff.
I’m a loner dotty- a rebel
For years I rode 99% of the time solo, but as I’ve aged I now ride mostly with a group. I still really enjoy a good solo ride occasionally.
After work, it’s always solo. I’m in a rush to get out and get as many miles in before the sun sets, so don’t want to bother with the logistics of a group.
On weekends, sometimes group rides are fun. I definitely feel safer with a group. I had a bad crash once riding solo and my concussed brain wasn’t making good decisions. Should have stopped riding immediately, but didn’t. Wasn’t until I got home that I even noticed my helmet was broken. Friends would have immediately gotten me to the ER.
I always feel I must tone it down if I’m riding alone for safety reasons. That’s why I’m surprised at the low #s of ride mostly with friends, which I do. Maybe it’s early in the poll and an anomaly.
I take it back. I see 650 have answered. My gang is always messaging for the next ride, and I often have to hurry up to make it on time, so definitely not losing out that way.
SOLO… I find that we all differ on riding choices and agreed upon trails. I do not like to hold anyone up or do I like to wait. Biking is an individual sport.
I used to exclusively do group rides. But now I prefer to ride at the time I want start and currently don’t want to coordinate that with other people. When I do solo rides, I ride at the pace I want, However, when I come across other riders, I may ride with them for a while.
Aside from the fun factor of mountain biking, I need the exercise. With a career and family, time is the limiting factor.
Solo is best for me to get the most out of my riding even though I miss the social aspect of group rides.