The original game that we had consensus on had the following scoring rule:
Scoring: Riders will receive 10 points for each day and 1 point for each mile ridden. Minimum ride is 1 mile. The tribe’s score will be the sum of the tribe members.
If you are outside and you are riding (ergo the name), it scores, as long as it is longer than a mile (no riding down the driveway). The 10 points per day bump favors daily riding (commuters).
If we are talking about indoor stationary trainers…. no, that is not part of this game. It’s not outside in the cold. It doesnt move and therefore doesnt meet the one mile minimum. The whole purpose to Freezing Saddles was to create a game to encourage us to keep commuting through the winter months. The fact that on some days we will be confronted with snow and ice is the point of the game, not an excuse to allow indoor stationary trainers.
Scores for special rides or special days: This was discussed and rejected. It was decided that the 10 points bonus per day was sufficient. For example, during a blizzard – instead of a blizzard bonus – the mere fact that you are in the saddle and rode at least one mile gives you 11 points when very few people will be in the saddle.
The game is structured like the Natl Bike Challenge to favor and encourage daily commuters. This seems like an excellent idea in the depths of the darkness and cold that is winter.
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