What is the minimum group following-time rule taught by Safe Riders?

At least three seconds.

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  1. One second
  2. Ten minutes
  3. At least three seconds ✔

Why: Count after the sled ahead passes a fixed object. Reach it no sooner than three seconds later, and add space in poor visibility.

Huh, didn't know that: Snow dust, fog, storms, and darkness require extra distance.

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Why did the snowmobiler count three seconds? To give the sled ahead some breathing room, even though it does not breathe.
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Answer: At least three seconds. Count after the sled ahead passes a fixed object. Reach it no sooner than three seconds later, and add space in poor visibility.

  1. Riding in a Group www.saferiderssafetyawareness.org/riding-your-snowmobile-in-a-group.html
    you should have counted to no less than three seconds
    Checked 2026-10-21.

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