Hey guys, I work with the organisers at the Hamptons events and while I can't speak of the other organisers around the country, we do our best to identify and talk to those who are riding dangerously, erratically, or are just too fast or too slow for the group they are in.
Sometimes it is hard to pinpoint who a rider is (I.e. A complaint saying 'a blue gsxr something passed too close' helps but isn't conclusive) and other times we get two sides to the story. I have personally been the subject on a complaint where I was accused of passing too close (not while marshalling!) but on review of the footage it was a clean pass with two metres space given and a low speed differnential - we couldn't determine why the rider was so freaked out. Just an example, but it shows the need to be objective and ensure that no ones day is ruined if we can avoid it.
The best thing to do in all cases is to come and see one of the marshalls (find us wearing yellow vests) or the guys in course control. We can go an observe and take action from there. We WILL review the riding in that group and take action if required. The days are intended to be safe and fun for all.
My advice to you would be to either a) ride in the fast group where passes are typically clean and most know each other so there is a fair amount of respect, or b) ride in a slower group.
However, do consider that in a slow group it will be YOU who is the one exceeding the capabilities of most. If you look to be carving up don't be shocked if you are asked to move. Novice riders require lots of space and respect. If you can ride fast group you are a fairly fast rider and by definition will not quite fit with the novices.
All in all have fun and talk to us if you have concerns. That's why we are there. If in doubt you can come talk to me or any of the guys. I'll be in a yellow vest on a white RSV4 or green ZX10. Name is Dave.
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