Yeah. It was a really big deal for me when I was learning, and I think it smoothed out the learning curve a bit as well. So now any time I ride with newbies, I let them lead. It gives 'em a lot of confidence, though I do have to say there have been some radiator-grill fodder moments when they ride slower than traffic.
Tony just smiles when I whine about it to him. I think he considers it payback.
-SC
