September, 2024
DROC Gets dirty: Sunset off-road ride - Sep 2024
Event Details
A ride dedicated to members who have some off-road experience, and the right bike (DesertX, Multistrada Rally – ask if in doubt)
Sunday, September 15th meetup at 4:00 PM, then ride into the dirt to watch the sunset from Saddleback Saddle.
This ride is reserved for members with an off-road capable bike and with some off-road experience – we are limiting the number of participants to enjoy this safely.
If you have ridden off-road, you know your bike will very likely eat some dirt (and you as well), so be prepared.
Ride Plan
On Google maps
- 4:00 PM Meetup at Chevron, 8544 E Chapman Ave, Orange, CA 92869
- 4:30 PM Kick Stands Up (KSU)
- Ride to Santiago Peak via Maple Springs
- 8:00 PM back to E Chapman Ave, Orange
Get ready for the ride
- Proper off-road Riding Jacket
- Proper off-road Riding Pants
- Proper off-road Riding Gloves
- Proper off-road Riding Boots
Ground Rules
We would like to remind everyone, that each rider SHOULD and MUST ride within their limits. If the group goes at a speed you don’t feel comfortable with, you should not attempt to keep up.
You are encouraged to go at your own pace and the sweeper will be with you always. The group will always stop at important points for everyone to regroup.
Please, don’t feel ever like you are holding the group. We ride to enjoy our motorcycles, among friends and we want you to be safe.
- Safety meeting mandatory before the ride
- Adhere to indications given during the safety meeting
- No passing on the right side of the road
- Ride your own Ride; don’t push beyond your comfort zone
Tips to ride in a group
Please take some time to watch these videos: they provide tips on how to ride in a group.
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hQAPTHLg3Go
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zwA-wMXPE9c
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iAtMCkCzmOE
We will continue to work on enjoying our rides courteously and safely.
Know your hand signals
Download a printable version on the DROC website at https://drocdesmo.com/event-directory/rides/
Disclaimer
By participating in this event you hereby agree to assume all risks and liability related to or resulting from this group function without regard to negligence. You agree that neither you nor any third party will hold the group’s Host, Organizer, or any of the group’s Assistants or Co-Organizers liable for any injury, loss, or damage to your own person or property arising directly or as a consequence of a group activity. You also agree that your membership and/or participation in this group is based on an “at-will” basis. A general safety meeting will be held prior to the departure of rides and all riders must be present to attend.
Please have an ‘in case of emergency ’ (“ICE”) contact number programmed in your phone (instructions for iPhone at https://support.apple.com/en-us/104992 and Android at https://support.google.com/android/answer/9319337) and/or placed on your bike.