Devon TRF Group Forum

Members Login
Username 
 
Password 
    Remember Me  
Devon TRF Group Open Forum -> General Discussion Board -> Coronavirus, what to do.
Post Info TOPIC: Coronavirus, what to do.
Trevor Foxon


Expert

Status: Offline
Posts: 1518
Date:
Coronavirus, what to do.
Permalink  

As my place of work is closing for the foreseeable future, my initial reaction was, woo hoo plenty of time to go out and play on my bike.

Then I thought about the implications of going out, falling off and needing some help, hospital, ambulance even just the AA. This made me think about if it would be a selfish act on my part to go out for fun but still be a burden on the already stretched emergency services.

I am not suggesting we should curtail all our activities, and I'm not thinking there should be any official line, I'm just not sure myself what to do.

The ACU have told all their members to stay off their competition bikes (I'm aware we are not competing but the risks are similar)

Does anyone else have a view on this

Trev



__________________
Tribey


Expert

Status: Offline
Posts: 1370
Date:
Permalink  

How often do your rides end in an Ambulance and then hospital Trevor?

I've had more trips to A+E following DIY (and doing the washing up, but that's another story) than laning.

Italy, Spain and France have put restrictions on cycling, not necessarily to prevent visits to hospital, it's just part of the lock-down.

If the UK goes into lock-down too, the decision will be made for you.

In any case, you'll have your free time consumed by setting up the group remote online video conferencing for Aprils' monthly meeting!



__________________

DGTRF Rights Of Way/Rights Of Roads Officer
Jerry atterick


Expert

Status: Offline
Posts: 1620
Date:
Permalink  

Second that.
Hopefully, we might be able to do a few lanes very carefully, isolated from everyone, but certainly not now.
Weve locked down fully today and we are going to see how the next 10 days or so goes before doing anything vaguely irresponsible.
Clearly worrying times.
Lets hope we all make it.
Take care.



-- Edited by Jerry atterick on Thursday 19th of March 2020 01:25:43 PM

__________________
Stevenn


Clubman B

Status: Offline
Posts: 134
Date:
Permalink  

I agree Trevor i will be self isolating in my helmet and riding all over Devon.biggrin



__________________
SVenning
crumbles


Expert

Status: Offline
Posts: 1396
Date:
Permalink  

Trev,
Just one slow speed slip is all it takes...and A&E....no



__________________
Jerry atterick


Expert

Status: Offline
Posts: 1620
Date:
Permalink  

Put into perspective. Belgium has in place a proposed Triage system. 3 doctors on duty, 2:1 majority decides whether to treat or not. All other governments will have, and must, similar in place. 9 italian doctors have died. They aren't old!!!
Maybe, time for reflection.

__________________
Pete


Expert

Status: Offline
Posts: 1022
Date:
Permalink  

Interesting article here

One bloke describes riding his bike as "physically and mentally really helpful" and I agree

Having had to call an ambulance only once in all of my time trail riding, (and not for me), I will continue to ride, but as ever while riding alone I will take more care.

Unless we are told not to go out at all that is...,and as a key worker without whom Lidl would have empty shelves I won't be stuck in the house anyway so I could take the scenic route to work....



__________________
Jerry atterick


Expert

Status: Offline
Posts: 1620
Date:
Permalink  

Lots of divorces, lots of babies (well not today!)
Yes, a gentle bimble is such good therapy!!
I suspect patience might be a bit short over the next few months.
Worrying times
Take care.

__________________
DR Sean


Clubman B

Status: Offline
Posts: 322
Date:
Permalink  

Just stay off the harley trev and you'll be fine.....

__________________
Sean Comber
Trevor Foxon


Expert

Status: Offline
Posts: 1518
Date:
Permalink  

DR Sean wrote:

Just stay off the harley trev and you'll be fine.....

 Oh thanks Sean



__________________
youaintseenme


Clubman B

Status: Offline
Posts: 427
Date:
Permalink  

I guess most of our bloodletting is a result of a lack of concentration ........

in a hurry
tired
distracted
gung ho attitude


Is sawing wood for the fire more risky than a gentle bimble ?
Is a fall from an e- bicycle less risky than a fall from a trail motorcycle in broadly similar circumstances ? ( at least you are not pinned down and smelling burning flesh )

Do we add to the risk by being over cautious and becoming more like a novice wobbler ?

My instinct is that we could go out in twos or threes and ride well within our limits, turning back if a new challenge offers itself ( like riding over large fallen trees )

If we travel separately to the start point and maintain a sensible distance when we stop to chat, we really do not create any more risk than food shopping, which we would obviously combine with the outing ( heh )

And perhaps we have a few more days of relative freedom before we become Italy .............



__________________
Pete


Expert

Status: Offline
Posts: 1022
Date:
Permalink  

Just enjoyed a 50 mile ride over Dartmoor on the road bike.

Mostly empty roads with dry tarmac for the first time in a long while.

Saw a few other bikes but it was strange to see the Warren House inn closed.

I feel much better for getting out.



__________________
Stevenn


Clubman B

Status: Offline
Posts: 134
Date:
Permalink  

Yes Pete i went out on my road bike today nice to ride dry roads, saw lots of bikes out lots of people walking in Dawlish and Teignmouth and a lot of push bikes.

Steve.



__________________
SVenning
Devon_Rich


Clubman A

Status: Offline
Posts: 983
Date:
Permalink  

Just seen this on FB from GLASS


IMPORTANT ADVICE

Today 35 outdoor activity organisations backed the Prime Ministers call for outdoor leisure activities to be carried out close to home, according to a press release from the Outdoor Industries Association. GLASS would like to mirror that support.

While the government and all supporting organisations consider active outdoor recreation as essential, especially under the current circumstances, it is vital that we refrain from travelling to popular tourist areas and carry out these activities close to home while adhering to current advice re personal hygiene and social distancing.

Various national park authorities have requested that people do not travel into their parks from outside the area. GLASS have received direct requests from park authorities asking that we advise our members, and the laning community at large, to respect those wishes.

We all face repercussions if we do not follow current advice; today we received warning that should people continue to travel outside of their local area to green lane, or if usage of lanes with voluntary restraints or other restrictions imposed on them continue, we may face closures in some areas. Once we lose our legal rights to drive a lane it is extremely unlikely we will ever get them back.

We want all green laners to stay safe, if that means restricting our movements for now then we must all do our bit. We all need to work together to ensure that once this situation is over we have helped to preserve our hobby for the future.

www.glass-uk.org

#greenlaning #greenlaneassociation #trailwise2 #covid19 #staysafe #stayhome

__________________

The bloke with the Sherco...
wackyracer


Elite

Status: Offline
Posts: 5994
Date:
Permalink  

Essential travel only - Keep it simple + Safe folks smile

 

 



__________________

'He who dares wins'

trf member ;-)  qy100112bw
Mike Wright


Clubman A

Status: Offline
Posts: 982
Date:
Permalink  

wackyracer wrote:

Essential travel only - Keep it simple + Safe folks smile

 

That is my view as well.  Noone plans to have an accident.

 

 

 



__________________
Page 1 of 1  sorted by
 
Quick Reply

Please log in to post quick replies.
Devon TRF Group Open Forum -> General Discussion Board -> Coronavirus, what to do.


Create your own FREE Forum
Report Abuse 		Powered by ActiveBoard