Effective from 22 October 2026. The Lithuanian version of these rules prevails.
These rules apply to all free social rides and paid events organised by VšĮ „Dviračių klubas Memel Gravel“ (the Organiser). By joining a ride or registering for an event you confirm that you have read these rules and will follow them. A specific event may have additional rules, which are published in its description.
1. Participation at your own risk
Rides take place on public roads, gravel roads and forest trails, where there is a risk of falls, injury or damage to property. You take part voluntarily and are responsible for your own health, fitness, behaviour and the condition of your bike. The Organiser is not liable for harm suffered or caused by a participant, except where caused by the Organiser’s intent or gross negligence. We recommend having personal accident insurance.
2. Group ride rules
- A bike in good working order.
- A helmet is mandatory – no helmet, no ride.
- Front and rear lights, especially in the dark.
- Bring tools, a pump and/or a spare tube.
- Take care of comfortable, suitable clothing, bottles and snacks as you see fit.
- Follow the ride leaders’ instructions and the announced pace.
- Follow all traffic rules and keep to the right side of the road.
- On busy stretches ride in single file; otherwise no more than two abreast, close to the right edge of the road.
- Keep a safe distance from riders ahead and beside you, and use hand signals when stopping or turning.
- Communication and safety when riding in a group are essential.
- During the ride every participant is responsible for their own behaviour and health. If you need help, call the emergency number 112 or contact the nearest ride leader.
- Please check the rules of each event – they may differ.
3. Health
By joining you confirm that your health allows you to ride the announced distance and pace. If you have health conditions, consult a doctor first. Choose rides that match your experience – if unsure, first ride one of our routes on your own.
4. Minors
Participants under 18 need the consent of a parent or guardian. Children under 14 may ride only together with a parent, guardian or an adult responsible for them.
5. Registration, changes and cancellation
- Social rides are free and open to everyone; details are announced on our social media.
- Paid events may have a limited number of places; a place is guaranteed only after registration and payment. Ticket conditions are set out in the Terms of sale.
- Because of weather, safety or other circumstances the Organiser may change the time, meeting point or route, or cancel a ride; changes are announced on social media and, for paid events, by email.
- Ride leaders may refuse or ask a participant to leave a ride if they break these rules or endanger themselves or others. If you leave a ride early, tell a ride leader.
6. Nature and other road users
Respect pedestrians, drivers and other cyclists, ride politely and leave no litter – take all wrappers and bottles home.
7. Photos and video
Rides and events are photographed and filmed; the material is published on our website and social media. If you do not want to be photographed, tell the photographer or write to us and we will remove published photos of you. More in the Privacy policy.
8. Contact
Questions about rides and events: info.memelgravel@gmail.com.