Disappointed

[Andrew69]

Stick with the group you are in.

You will get to recognise people, build relationships and they will push you harder to increase your level than riding with others of the same ability.

No shame in being dropped, there is shame in not coming back and having a better crack.

Hills never get any easier, you just go up them faster - so don't worry about falling back, just work like crazy to get back on the bunch and suck some big'uns.

Mate of mine was starting to train with a full on bunch. He was happy after the first month just to find out where they had coffee at the end of the ride He stuck it out is a far stronger rider than if he was by himself or in an easier group.

Totally agree with this.