Straight from the horses mouth

[EMTBSEAN]

Well Boris Johnson has said it’s ok to get out on ones bicycle for exercising so that’s what I plan to do this Wednesday, it’ll be the second occasion I’ll have been out in my new Emtb, the first was a full loop of the three reservoirs of Ladybower, Derwent and Howden, I’ve bought myself a new replacement saddle as the supplied one isn’t quite wide enough for my sit bone position, is anyone else going out, I’m taking advantage of it because I wouldn’t be at all surprised if there is a total lockdown over the horizon.

Sean

 

[EMTBSEAN]

I just wanted to say my ride will be a local ride which will NOT involving a journey by car, I am being responsible and not mixing with anyone at all.

Sean

 

[highpeakrider]

Yes I went out at weekend and will be out in the peaks heading towards Buxton tonigh.

 

[James_C]

went out today locally. Cant remember more perfect conditions. Sun out, few people, hardly any cars. Mud has nearly dried up.

 

[Jamy]

I'm out on route 67 to Rothervalley, Wednesday. A pleseant 35 mile round trip virtually all off road and all by myself

 

[EMTBSEAN]

Rother valley county park is on my door step so I think I might just do the same, thanks for putting that one out there jamy ?

Sean

 

[Supratad]

I just wanted to say my ride will be a local ride which will NOT involving a journey by car, I am being responsible and not mixing with anyone at all.

Sean

There were some questions asked on the One O'Clock news today, and a chap asked about driving 30 mins to "somewhere" presumably open countryside, for his 60 min run, or did the ruling mean all exercise had to begin from the house? Correspondent said that was absolutely fine to do as he was not mixing with people.

Speaking for myself, I think this means its OK for me to say, go up to Sutton Bank on a Sunday and go for a ride. I go from my clean house to clean car and out in the wilds.

 

[mark.ai]

There were some questions asked on the One O'Clock news today, and a chap asked about driving 30 mins to "somewhere" presumably open countryside, for his 60 min run, or did the ruling mean all exercise had to begin from the house? Correspondent said that was absolutely fine to do as he was not mixing with people.

Speaking for myself, I think this means its OK for me to say, go up to Sutton Bank on a Sunday and go for a ride. I go from my clean house to clean car and out in the wilds.

The only thing I don't like about his answer from the news is he didn't mention the need to use a petrol station if you drive somewhere, and the extra chances of transmitting the virus from everyone using the same hose to fill up.

 

[Supratad]

Petrol stations have those gloves by the pumps anyway. We keep hand gels in the car anyway, so using those once you get back in will be fine.

 

[Gary]

FFS! Read this

Coronavirus (COVID-19): what you need to do

is it really so difficult for you lot to understand what is meant by

You must stay at home apart from essential travel

 

[EMTBSEAN]

There were some questions asked on the One O'Clock news today, and a chap asked about driving 30 mins to "somewhere" presumably open countryside, for his 60 min run, or did the ruling mean all exercise had to begin from the house? Correspondent said that was absolutely fine to do as he was not mixing with people.

Speaking for myself, I think this means its OK for me to say, go up to Sutton Bank on a Sunday and go for a ride. I go from my clean house to clean car and out in the wilds.

Oh right that’s interesting, I might just go out into the Peak District then, the place I was going to is out of the way and if there was any people out in numbers then I would go somewhere else instead, as I’ve said I have health issues so I don’t want to put myself at risk let alone my wife or daughter, but thanks for letting us know about that mate ?

 

[EMTBSEAN]

FFS! Read this

Coronavirus (COVID-19): what you need to do

is it really so difficult for you lot to understand what is meant by

You must stay at home apart from essential travel

Were not trying to say anything contrary to this, if the prime minister says it’s ok to go out in a place on your own for exercise how can you argue with that.

 

[Gary]

So you lot honestly believe travelling to the petrol pumps to fill up then 30 minutes car journey for your fucking elctric bike ride is ESSENTIAL?
You're either a fucking selfish cretin or a complete retard if you do.
Which is it?
Click on the link and read it all properly!

 

[Jackware]

And if people get injured while riding or have a car accident, they're not only creating more work for the overstretched ambulance and/or hospital services but adding more chances of virus transmission.
Just stay at home and if you desperate to cycle go around the block a few times.

 

[BBear]

We are in lockdown to help the NHS and save lives. We are permitted to leave our homes for basic exercise include cycling but this is not a green light to jump in your car and head off into the countryside. Please stop being part of the problem.

 

[EMTBSEAN]

And if you get injured while riding or have a car accident, you're not only creating more work for the overstretched ambulance and/or hospital services but adding more chances of virus transmission.
Just stay at home and if you desperate to cycle go around the block a few times.

To be honest that’s what I was going to do, in my original post I did mention that I was going to stay local didn’t expect to get fucking insulted in the process of this thread and I never mentioned anything about going to a petrol stations so what that outburst was about I don’t know, sorry Jackware I didn’t mean to post this on your reply, it wasn’t your reply that wound me up mate

 

[EMTBSEAN]

Drama queen, funny that, grow up keyboards warrior

 

[Gary]

Just don't be a dick and ride local.
It really shouldn't be this difficult to understand why you need to stop being selfish right now!
A child could explain it to you!

 

[Rusty]

Shit Boi - if horses are talking to you ........ @Zimmerframe wants to know where you get you stuff from

 

[Jackware]

To be honest that’s what I was going to do, in my original post I did mention that I was going to stay local didn’t expect to get fucking insulted in the process of this thread and I never mentioned anything about going to a petrol stations so what that outburst was about I don’t know, sorry Jackware I didn’t mean to post this on your reply, it wasn’t your reply that wound me up mate

No worries, I think Supratad's reply was the catalyst for the other replies - I've edited my original post to reflect that I was talking generally to all.

 

[Jamy]

FFS! Read this

Coronavirus (COVID-19): what you need to do

is it really so difficult for you lot to understand what is meant by

You must stay at home apart from essential travel

Who said anything about jumping in a car. For a start I can not drive. All my transportation needs are met by cycling or public transport.
I haven't left my house for over 7 days now. I have been told by the government I'm allowed to excercise once a day of which cycling is allowed. I will be alone.
And for those who say what if I have an accident and need to pull resources from the NHS then I'd like to say I will be travelling on the national cycle network route 67 and route 6.
I think we know who's been doing all the stockpiling of shopping

 

[mark.ai]

Petrol stations have those gloves by the pumps anyway. We keep hand gels in the car anyway, so using those once you get back in will be fine.

Unfortunately, it's not about whether you catch the virus from the pumps, it's whether you transmit the virus to anyone else - like the nurse or delivery driver using the pump after you. The best advice I've seen so far is for everyone to imagine they already have the virus, and to do what is necessary not to infect anyone else!

If you are using hand sanitizers, then I would suggest using one after getting out of the car and closing the door. Then use another one before opening the car door again.

 

[Pondboy]

All cycling in Spain is illegal under the emergency laws, unless you are going to and from work.

Just saying.

Be sensible.

 

[Supratad]

Unfortunately, it's not about whether you catch the virus from the pumps, it's whether you transmit the virus to anyone else - like the nurse or delivery driver using the pump after you. The best advice I've seen so far is for everyone to imagine they already have the virus, and to do what is necessary not to infect anyone else!

If you are using hand sanitizers, then I would suggest using one after getting out of the car and closing the door. Then use another one before opening the car door again.

Ok, to argue that point specifically. Hypothetically I have the virus or the virus is on the pump handle, I get out of my car, I put on the plastic gloves, I pump diesel into my car, I put the gloves in the bin. My skin has not touched the pump handle.

 

[Gary]

FFS stop arguing and just be a decent human for once instead of a selfish cretin.
Driving your car to a specific place you happen to fancy riding your fucking electric bike round is in no way an essential journey for "exercise". and no matter how fucking careful you "think" you're being. you're being selfish as fuck.
If you do need your car to travel to a genuinely essential job role, hospital, chemist or to buy food and happen to need fuel to do so then it's time to put your sensible petrol pump routine into practice.
Less of your stupid selfish leisure activity journeys and you'll also need to fill up your car less.

 

[Supratad]

You should calm yourself down, sunshine. You’re getting all stressed and upset and using naughty words. Would you kiss your mother with that mouth?

 

[Gary]

Who said anything about jumping in a car.

Read the thread, Supertad did.

I'm allowed to excercise once a day of which cycling is allowed. I will be alone.

Yes. you are. But to suit yourself you've chosen to completely ignore the advice of staying local. Planning a 35 mile ride to another area is taking the piss.

 

[BBear]

You should calm yourself down, sunshine. You’re getting all stressed and upset and using naughty words. Would you kiss your mother with that mouth?

here’s another naughty word for you - Twat!

 

[Gary]

You should calm yourself down, sunshine. You’re getting all stressed and upset and using naughty words. Would you kiss your mother with that mouth?

Perfectly calm mate. Sharing the world with thick selfish cunts is nothing new.

 

[Doomanic]

All the selfish arseholes need to pack it in right now. Travelling to ride your bike is not okay and you’re making me agree with @Gary. Which is even less okay!

I’ll post the pics in here too, for the hard of thinking.