COVID-19 Return to Riding Update

If only I could draft again…. Survey says..

Thanks Amici, for participating in our recent survey.   We love to see you on Strava or through Facebook postings, riding solo or in small groups.  This helps keep the spirit of Amici alive even as COVID-19 tries to keep us apart.

Results of the survey are below.   Based on this, at a meeting Aug. 12, your Board decided that:

• We would not return to regular riding for the reminder of the season
• We will continue the challenges (remember, points for participation!)
• We will trial some small group rides organized by your Amici leaders

Our first trial rides will be this Saturday, Aug. 22 and again on Sunday, Aug. 23.   You will need to Pre-Register and to sign a new waiver (attached).   Rides will begin at 8am and will be structured in small groups according to the interest level.   There will be COVID protocols requested of you.   You cannot just show up for these rides, please.   Be familiar with the COVID-19 symptoms (see list below survey) and do not attend if displaying any symptoms, or if you have recently been traveling.

If you are interested in riding or helping organize, email Marcus Klein @ mklein3@cogeco.ca, or call 905-687-0159

Newly added wording on waiver:

I am aware infections or communicable disease contracted through viruses, COVID-19, bacteria, parasites and fungi which may be transmitted through direct or indirect contact or the negligence of other persons is also a risk. I FULLY UNDERSTAND that the ‘’RELEASEES” NAMED BELOW ARE NOT LIABLE TO SAFEGUARD OR PROTECT ME FROM THE RISKS, DANGERS AND HAZARDS presented by infections or communicable diseases; and I FULLY ACCEPT AND ASSUME ALL SUCH RISKS AND ALL RESPONSIBILITY FOR LOSSES, COSTS AND DAMAGES I incur as a result of my participation or that of the minor in the Activity.

Survey:

72 participants: 28 - AB, 14- C and 30 Rec

• 15% will not participate until this is over (11)
• 40% will ride with small groups they know and trust (29)
• 20% will participate with small groups of any member who signs a waiver (15)
• 23% feel safe at any level of riding (17)
• 25% of respondents said they expect the club not to have any protocols but for those that wanted protocols, 54% say we need to follow recommended guidelines and only 25% expect to sign a new waiver.  15% expect us to exceed recommendations.  AB riders seem more risk tolerant.

Ride structure:

• 26% said they would not draft; 18% said they worried if they could not get help repairing their bikes;  16% said they would be OK with no ride leaders.  57% said they would participate whether we stopped for a break or not, they got left behind or chose to leave the ride, they did not have assistance with the bike repair etc.
• Comments:   Continue virtual rides to support those that don’t feel comfortable group riding.  Make sure we are in Phase 3.

Symptoms associated with COVID-19 including, but not limited to:

• Fever and/or chills
• Cough
• Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
• Muscle aches
• Sore throat or difficulty swallowing
• Runny, stuffy or congested nose (not related to season allergies or other known causes)
• Lost sense of taste or smell
• Extreme tiredness
• Any other symptoms as identified by health experts (https://www.ontario.ca/page/covid-19-stop-spread#section-0)

Resources:

If you are displaying any symptoms related to COVID-19 you should NOT be participating in any activities.

Use the Ontario Government’s Self-Assessment Tool: https://covid-19.ontario.ca/self-assessment/ to see if you should consult your appropriate medical professional or Telehealth Ontario. Telehealth Ontario: 1-866-797-0000

Ontario Government COVID-19website:  https://covid-19.ontario.ca/