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Are any of you guys a Sky 'Ride Leader'?

Thinking of putting forward my interest as I would like to give something back....


 
Posted : 25/10/2013 11:48 am
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Got the forms but I couldn't make any of the dates for the training sessions. Seems like a good idea though.


 
Posted : 25/10/2013 11:52 am
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I felt the same as you - done the course, waiting for BC to process the paperwork and get leadin'. 🙂 I enjoyed it, looking forward to getting out and doing some rides, hopefully get some new folk into it. 🙂


 
Posted : 25/10/2013 11:55 am
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Yes I am one, did 5 rides last year up to April, got paid for it. Got my kit for this year but not done one this year due to Surrey not wanting and more organized beginners rides in Surrey. I was told that there will be something later in the year aimed at road type sportive riders. Still waiting to hear.


 
Posted : 25/10/2013 12:23 pm
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A mate did it last year, I was going to get a first aid qualification and have a go next year.

Are they asking for volunteers already?


 
Posted : 25/10/2013 1:00 pm
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Are they asking for volunteers already?

The form is available to show your interest for 2014.

http://www.goskyride.com/News/ShowArticle/Fancy-training-to-be-a-British-Cycling-Ride-Leader-Oct-2013


 
Posted : 25/10/2013 1:03 pm
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cheers, mate was going to send me the link but clearly doesn't want me taking his fees!


 
Posted : 25/10/2013 1:14 pm
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i did it and enjoyed it for one year. I'm not sure what happened the second year; I volunteered and never got given a thing - I lost faith in it and didn't bother last year.


 
Posted : 25/10/2013 1:20 pm
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Yep did level one last week, doing level two tomorrow.

Big promises being made for my area, hope it all comes to fruition.


 
Posted : 25/10/2013 1:23 pm
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It depends on the local funding. did my level 1 and 2 over the past month and there seems to be 3 years worth of funding (around 30 rides per year) anticipated for spring next year. its worth doing just for the certificate to go alongside my 100m swim certificate from 1977.


 
Posted : 25/10/2013 1:32 pm
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Wait.. you get paid to ride..?


 
Posted : 25/10/2013 1:34 pm
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For those who have done it.

Looking at the photos do all those who you are leading have to wear the High Viz tabards?


 
Posted : 25/10/2013 1:37 pm
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I did the course in May. Managed to get only 1 ride since qualifying.
It seems in my region there are ALOT of leaders / assistants so competition is plenty.

BC seriously under ordered leaders kit so I've received only a jacket so far but it's decent gear.

The tabards are dished out to the public who turn up to ride.

Yes you get paid for each ride you do. Came as a suprise to me as I signed up thinking it was voluntary!


 
Posted : 25/10/2013 2:13 pm
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How much money did they give you?


 
Posted : 25/10/2013 2:15 pm
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If you can make sure the riders actually obey the rules of the road that would be an improvement on the sky rides I've encountered.


 
Posted : 25/10/2013 2:17 pm
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How much money did they give you?

ride leaders get paid £45 per ride
Assistant ride leaders get paid £30


 
Posted : 25/10/2013 2:21 pm
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Before tax.....


 
Posted : 25/10/2013 2:23 pm
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The leaders kit this year is great, I need to scrub off ride leader off the back of the jacket (supplied by Madison).
I did level 1, but they have not run any more of the ride planner or off road courses in surrey as far as i am aware, not sure if it will be a goer for next year.


 
Posted : 25/10/2013 2:50 pm
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ride leaders get paid £45 per ride
Assistant ride leaders get paid £30

Same course covers both, but leader has to be first aid certified, I believe.


 
Posted : 25/10/2013 2:54 pm
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Im one and I do various rides in Surrey and surrounding areas. Its a good laugh, I really enjoy it.

I am leading a ride on Sunday around Hampton Court an Bushy Park.


 
Posted : 25/10/2013 3:33 pm
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Timmy I have had no rides show up on my dashboard for surrey


 
Posted : 25/10/2013 3:51 pm

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