Riding in tight formation

[koji52]

Hmm interesting. But the only problem is car divers that jump in line.

This really should be o.k. It won't cause you to lose track of your buddies and it keeps everyone else around you from get frustrated 'cause they can't get around you.

Agreed, being separated from your buddy or buddies for a bit is fine. I am more comfortable with a car jumping in line than riding one bike length from the guy in front of me. This is a reason why I don't bother with organized bike rides where people are generally expected to ride in close formation.

[havegunjoe]

I have been on 3 group rides that were organized to various degrees. The well run ones with police escorts are pretty safe I feel. I have no problem being a part of them especially if they are for a good cause. Like minded folks on motorcycles in a well organized ride obeying the laws are as safe as me out on the street alone I think. Typically cars do not jump in to these groups.