matticus
Guru
The only law that cyclists observe, is that every 10th social media post must be doom-mongering about a a French-style lockdown.
Don't ride in groups or we will be stopped cycling completely.
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srw
It's a bit more complicated than that...
No. HTH
Dogtrousers
Kilometre nibbler
I see the chief constable of Northampton "clarified" his his threat that police would be inspecting items in shopping baskets in order to determine whether they were essential. It was, he says "clumsy wording". And then goes on to simply deny that he ever said it.
"The confusion in the clip this morning, what I was trying to refer to, was we may get to a stage where the purpose of somebody's journey may be questioned by an officer - not searching trolleys and baskets
There was absolutely no confusion. He was very clear in what he said. He got it wrong. He should just own up and admit that he was wrong.
"If that confusion has existed, please let me clarify, we are not in that business - I've said that from day one."
If you're in a hole, stop digging. Just lying about what you said isn't going to help anyone.
Linky https://www.coventrytelegraph.net/news/health/shoppers-could-face-trolley-searches-18068836
"The confusion in the clip this morning, what I was trying to refer to, was we may get to a stage where the purpose of somebody's journey may be questioned by an officer - not searching trolleys and baskets
There was absolutely no confusion. He was very clear in what he said. He got it wrong. He should just own up and admit that he was wrong.
"If that confusion has existed, please let me clarify, we are not in that business - I've said that from day one."
If you're in a hole, stop digging. Just lying about what you said isn't going to help anyone.
Linky https://www.coventrytelegraph.net/news/health/shoppers-could-face-trolley-searches-18068836
Banjo
Fuelled with Jelly Babies
- Location
- South Wales
glasgowcyclist
Charming but somewhat feckless
- Location
- Scotland
I think the majority of cops are doing a fine job but the behaviour of a zealous few can still damage police/public relations.
In the video below, a police officer (South Yorkshire?) told a man that he and his family were not allowed out in their own garden.
View: https://twitter.com/Phillip_Thomaz/status/1248490056685203457?s=19
Shearwater Missile
Veteran
I feel guilty about being 10 miles from home, if that in fact. My ride is usually 21-24 miles and I work at it, always have so deem in exercise. If I see wildlife then that is an added bonus and if I stop for eggs another bonus. So for about 75-80 mins I am out, I would hate that to stop. I ride from home incidentally. I abide with all the other lockdown restrictions. Funny, last night our neighbours had guests round for drinks in the garden with a young child in tow as well. If they want to have a go at anyone have a go at them, not people exercising or shopping. I do have sympathy with the Police, it must me difficult for them. They will be damned if they do and they will be damned if they don`t.
hoopdriver
Guru
- Location
- East Sussex
I go for similar distances. So far the Sussex police seem to be quite sensible and low key and in my outings virtually everybody I see is obviously trying to follow the guidelines. As am I.
I agree that the police are in new territory, as are we all. But some of these police forces are way, way out of line - well beyond any well-intentioned, sensible interpretation of the guidelines. Making up laws as they go. And there simply is no excuse for it
I agree that the police are in new territory, as are we all. But some of these police forces are way, way out of line - well beyond any well-intentioned, sensible interpretation of the guidelines. Making up laws as they go. And there simply is no excuse for it
Ming the Merciless
There is no mercy
- Location
- Inside my skull
My wife and I were out cycling when we passed a slower woman rider. We passed on far side of lane. About 400 metres further up my wife asks me to speed up. The woman has speeded up and is trying to catch and draft my wife. WTF? Now is not the time to get the fever just because someone has overtaken you and is faster.
SkipdiverJohn
Deplorable Brexiteer
- Location
- London
I'm inclined to agree with the police in this instance. I don't see why people really need to drive anywhere first in order to get some exercise. Surely the whole point of it is that you have to put in a bit of physical effort - and unless you own an old vintage vehicle with no power assisted anything, you are definitely not going to get any sort of physical workout from driving a car!
It's just a matter of behaving in a sensible manner and not like an idiot. I go out whenever I want as often as I want and I get zero hassle from PC Plod. Already been out this morning and done 30 miles, some on road some gravel. When I've had my tea, I'm going to go out again for another hour before it gets dark and do 10 or 11 more miles of relaxed pootling.
I've been out today for a bike ride - usually I'm putting a bit of effort in but today I was taking things nice and steady. I was happy in my own little world when I became aware of a 'whoosh whoosh' sound from behind me - the unmistakeable sound of deep section wheels.
I looked back just as a fellow cyclst was beginning to pass me nice and wide.
Normally I'd say hi and jump on their back wheel if they are OK with it - if I can I'll return the favour by moving to the front and sharing the work. Today I just said hi.
Absolutely - now is the time to swallow your pride and let them go
I looked back just as a fellow cyclst was beginning to pass me nice and wide.
Normally I'd say hi and jump on their back wheel if they are OK with it - if I can I'll return the favour by moving to the front and sharing the work. Today I just said hi.
Absolutely - now is the time to swallow your pride and let them go
Ming the Merciless
There is no mercy
- Location
- Inside my skull
As long as you are not found in the inessential items aisle of a supermarket I’m sure you’d be fine.
Slick
Guru
Heard that, hoardes of them rather than grouping together was actually what I thought she meant. Either way, funny how she mentions their mode of transport.
iandg
Legendary Member
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- Dumfries and Galloway
