Yes, as Betty said it is a commitment to organise a group ride.
One we all have had a go at , some were a great success others not so.
dmb80 its just a matter of putting your balls on the line, If you decide to do one
just do it ! don't wait for someone else to do it.
But this time of year is probably not the best time.
Family commitments , hot steamy and potentially wet weather and the increased interest from
and the soon to be DD's.
What I have done on many occasions is post up a thread with your intended destination give a date and ask for expressions of interest.
But your duty as the ride maker is basically taking charge of the ride and leading the group
"at an appropriate pace" also organising a sweep / corner man and planning the fuel stops .
Otherwise it ends up a debacle with missing riders and waiting around for slower riders and lots of phone tag
.
Due to some of the above issues the last few group rides I have been on have been of the secret handshake variety with six or less riders.
But I do miss the big group rides , when they are good and well organised they can be a lot of fun
