Colin Blackburn

^^^ Whoops, I got a little tongue tied Quid Pro Quo

This is a really worthwhile initiative. Those of us who live in rural areas know that the Police have an almost impossible job trying to do it without the help of the public.

As we (trail riders) are such a valuable potential asset in this area, it would be nice to think that there was a little Quid Quo Pro, such as not getting routinely pulled…[Read more]

Hi Richard, the GM vs AGM difference is covered in detail within the post.
The 8 Apr meeting will be a GM to deal with items that are judged to not be able to be deferred to the AGM, which will be held in Wales – date and place to be notified.
The proposed CoC is included at Appendix 3. It is basically the same CoC from the postponed AGM but…[Read more]

I understand what you are saying John and I know a lot of discussion has been had on this topic in the past. I just find it difficult to accept the view that large groups do not draw more attention and antagonise the general public, who may not actually be against trail riding per se.

The fact that an authority does not legislate against large…[Read more]

I have a further difficulty regarding the proposed CoC.

The requirement is to Ride Quietly and Unobtrusively. However, it then goes on to say: ‘Consider limiting groups sizes where exceptional circumstances would result in a large group being obtrusive or would otherwise hinder or impede other users’ passage on, or enjoyment of, the road’.…[Read more]

I’m with you Andrew, I have enough difficulty deciding for myself exactly which rut or part of the lane is best to ride.

To try and legislate in advance where on the surface of a lane we ride and write it into the Code of Conduct is not practical or helpful.

Regards
Colin B

You find them under the Events tab

Also, in conjunction with the AGM:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/trf-riding-fun-day-at-wern-ddu-quarry-tickets-41851541086

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/trf-annual-general-meeting-agm-march-2018-tickets-41850225150