The PC who mainly reviews the footage at Notts Police is a cyclist himself. He’s a member of my cycling club. I had a number of close passes today, overtaking in the face of oncoming traffic, on double white lines and just not giving enough room. Usually, big German 4x4 cars.

@RideWithRoy

7 ай бұрын

Is that Paul, Trevor? He does a great Job. He’s taken Notts Police from zero to hero, so please pass on my thanks. The PC that identified the van was Chris. Close passes seem to have increased in the past few months. We aren’t getting the punishment passes - those types are probably camera aware by now - but just seems like a lack of awareness.

Well done for progressing that crossing, good luck with the funding!

Wendy and I have the same problem, when we hear a line from a song we just have to sing it. I vote for some Christmas carol singing on the bike.

Hi Roy,many thanks for your Newark feature,it’s not a bad town in general,thanks for the positive comments,that was a near pass by the looks of it,as for Wendy’s singing it’s not bad although there was no town cats to be seen,☃️,atb Colin P.👍

@RideWithRoy

7 ай бұрын

We enjoy our trips to and through Newark, Colin. Interesting town with lots of history and good cycling infrastructure.

It’s like summer down here in Bedford. It’s tough oop north. ☀️😎

@RideWithRoy

7 ай бұрын

And they’re saying the same in Hatfield about Bedford. You’re always north of somewhere 😀

Re index plate on van: Lots seem to be buying these 3d plates, the raised letters have a reflective film, hence cameras struggle to pick them up. Obviously illegal, but they’re out there.

@RideWithRoy

7 ай бұрын

Ah, so it is a thing then? I was only guessing but now it makes sense.

I was happy to see a new Ride with Roy video because I wasn't expecting one until after Christmas. From the opening viewpoint it looked as if you might have been using one of those small hovering drones that have been showing up on KZread reviews. If you haven't seen one, you might want to investigate. While the gadget (I think it's called a Hover One or something like that) does have a short battery life, it still might be useful for you. Just a thought. That busy road you had to cross looked scary. For a minute I thought you had sped up the playback, but apparently not. Those vehicles were flying! 😮 Wendy, no one will be upset if you decide not to sing any carols. 😊 I got a good look at the rear taillight you use. It looked as if it is quite visible in the daytime and from a good distance. I'm trying to find one like that since I ride almost exclusively during the day. What kind is it, please? The houses on the routes I ride are showing off their holiday finery but, yes, seeing the lights at night is much better. This was another pleasant video. I found your short encounter with the swan was rather charming. The trash in the canal was disheartening. We have the same problem over here. 😒 Ride carefully both of you. 🎄✨️🎅

@RideWithRoy

7 ай бұрын

Well not only are you getting this one, Linda, we’ve already filmed another one that you should get around Christmas Eve. If all works out, it will be a bit more festive - and may even feature Wendy attempting a few carols 😀 I have seen the Hover One and being a sucker for gadgets I’d love one. However, the device in this case was much more basic - a telescopic pole mount. It’s designed so that it can be removed from the shot using artificial intelligence wizardry. However, at that angle the pole wasn’t in shot anyway, so even easier. I’m pleased to hear it gave the illusion of the Hover One as it’s a fraction of the price😀 I’ll answer the rear light question for Wendy as she’s busy shopping this week. We both use Garmin Varia radar devices www.garmin.com/en-GB/p/698001. That is the source of the beeping you often hear. It warns of vehicles coming up behind but also includes that bright rear light, which changes flash frequency when it detects a vehicle. You can connect it to a smartphone to give the warning or a suitable head unit if that’s what you use. You were right the first time about the busy road - that shot was at twice the speed, otherwise it made it a long and boring clip 🥱 So you can now see that it took twice as long to cross. The limit on that road is 60mph and many see it as a target, or ignore it completely. As always, thanks for your great comments and hopefully we will be with you again before Christmas. 🎅🧑‍🎄🎄

I love the subtle way, that Roy swiftly changed the conversation to, trimming hedges, just as Wendy was about to go into Vera Lynn mode, or Brenda Lee, and belt out a Christmas tune 😂 Sad day for me, as you know, I'm a huge fan of "Wendy Sings", highlight of the footage tbh🤔🤔😂😂 Happy Christmas to you both, and your families 🌲

@RideWithRoy

7 ай бұрын

Well you are in for a small treat in my Christmas Eve episode - if I can figure out how to get the auto tune to work 😀

@aAnd67

7 ай бұрын

@@RideWithRoy oh Roy! Wendy has the voice of an angel 😇 You should duet!? A tribute to Shane McGowan, Fairytale of New York.You could do, as geographically, it makes sense, Fairytale of Newark !?!?😂😂😂

@RideWithRoy

7 ай бұрын

And I guess I’ll be taking the Shane part! I’m nowhere near as tuneful as Shane 😀

Here in Portugal I've had a lot of cars pass us cyclists in an even closer distance than that. Another reason why I Zwift more and more during the year. Be safe.

Had quite a few passes like that, trucks being the scariest. I would think that car isn't far from the 1.5m min recommended (well maybe half a metre) which just shows how low that limit really is! Glad your all safe.

@RideWithRoy

7 ай бұрын

Thanks, Brian. As you will know, the distance increases with speed, and that was fast! Once the prosecutions are cleared I’ll put together a compilation.

Few years back I came off on black ice, thankfully off-road tarmac cycle path and no injury. Since then I'm wary of the black ice risk and only out on bike when its above 5C. Using the Wahoo Snap (wheel on) trainer but agree that it's pretty boring, not the same as riding in the countryside. Cycled to Newark several times but not recently, probably time to visit again.

Great video, well done, close pass get em lad.

Hi Roy and Wendy.You can have all the lights and hi-vis gear, but it’s not going to stop a driver taking a risk. Sadly everyone who rides has a story,or 2 to tell. I personally think it’s strange for me to mutter ‘that’s made my day’ when a driver is courteous and gives you space…just as the road rule say they should. Have a peaceful xmas,both of you, and your loved ones.

Good to hear that you advocate cycling outdoors all year round, it's something I've always done (though I do lessen the miles between Nov and Mar). Only thing I really avoid is ice after an accident in January. I do have an indoor bike, which I set up at the start of lockdown 'just in case', I resort to it if the weather is just too B-awful. When I was much younger I used to cycle in the winter and at night . . . around Wandsworth and Battersea (London) areas - I must have been crazy then. Love your videos and hope to make a trip to your part of the world in 2024. Happy Christmas and Happy, Safe Cycling!

@RideWithRoy

7 ай бұрын

Thanks, Michael. Please let us know when you plan to visit.

I'm like you regarding riding indoors, much prefer the outdoors. Although that is a very busy road to cross (A52). It did look icey in parts and still quite flooded, so glad you got back safe. 👍🏼

Carless Drivers , nearly got squashed coming out of CVV, Yesterday by a Tractor bouncing over the pot holes . But On the Old A46 there,s no excuse to get that close especially as its such a quite road . Ride Safe.😀😀

Hey Roy, I recently purchased the Triban rc120 disc from decathalon with the sole purpose of using it on the indoor trainer and zwift I’m two days in and I can tell you I’m absolutely hooked. The amount you can do is endless, I enjoy riding outside too but when not possible it’s honestly a game changer, give it a try you may enjoy it!

@RideWithRoy

7 ай бұрын

I may well do someday but it would make my videos very boring 😀

Nice vid. I did a 40 mile ride today must of had 12 cars close they dont care really that its windy and bad roads so i was struggling bit 🤦

@RideWithRoy

7 ай бұрын

I must admit to cringing a bit when the radar picks up a fast moving vehicle coming up behind. There are some great drivers out there, but a growing number who either don’t care or, worse still, are too distracted to see us. I just hope the letter from police makes them think twice.

@robrobinson420

7 ай бұрын

@@RideWithRoy very true. But as i said before Suffolk police dont seam to care and make it almost impossible to report should just be do report add video and done but no 🤦

@RideWithRoy

7 ай бұрын

@@robrobinson420 perhaps a complaint to the Chief Constable?

@robrobinson420

7 ай бұрын

@@RideWithRoy how would i go about doing that

@RideWithRoy

7 ай бұрын

@robrobinson420 if you email me at ridingwithroy@gmail.com I’ll send you the details.

Oooooo! Carols by Wendy in a future episode.👍 I've just gone down with a chest infection that I know will keep me off the bike for at least a week. I know my fitness will plummet. It's the same when days of bad weather put a stop to riding. Only then do I see the appeal of an indoor trainer. All other times it's just not for me. Very pleased the Police are taking dangerously close passes seriously. I've often wondered if those stupid drivers are cyclists? I'd personally think they aren't. I had a rather heated discussion with a french friend over cyclists using the road. She railed about cyclists stopping her passing and got cross when i told her that if a car behind would endanger us by trying to squeeze in before an oncoming car I move towards the centre of the road to stop them. She accused me of being selfish and I countered by asking what she was going to do with the 30 seconds she'd save by overtaking dangerously? I should add she's never ridden a bike. I wish you and Wendy a merry Christmas and look forward to more videos in the new year.

@RideWithRoy

7 ай бұрын

That’s a very un-French attitude! I suppose it depends on where in France she is from. Country folk are usually very accommodating and often hang back too long. I agree about the 30 seconds she will save - she’s probably too dumb to realise she could leave 30 seconds earlier and not risk someone’s life and a future of pain for herself. I hope your chest infection clears up soon and you can keep your fitness level somewhere near normal.

@colinwellman9480

7 ай бұрын

Yes, very un-French. I made the mistake of saying I'd seen her ex-husband and his girlfriend out on their bikes. I think it was tactless of me as I know she is very bitter over the divorce.She was just grumpy and I don't know if she really feels this way about cyclists, hopefully not.@@RideWithRoy

@RideWithRoy

7 ай бұрын

Oh merde!

Good luck with notts police they told me unless they see a crime they won't investigate despite multiple cctv on the junction. Have to say its another benefit of trikes both slippy and getting space

@RideWithRoy

7 ай бұрын

They’ve been really good with video evidence, Al, since I made the complaint. I’m even of first name terms with their Traffic Manager 😀. I think it depends on who handles the complaint, which is clearly not acceptable. I’ve since heard they are taking action against the red car driver.

@alasdairworsley4890

7 ай бұрын

@RideWithRoy I think things have changed a lot recently then. I know Lincolnshire investigations are very intense. Maybe it's just where I live in Nottinghamshire

@RideWithRoy

7 ай бұрын

I had a real dust up with them when they ignored two very close passes. When I made the Professional Standards complaint against the Chief Constable I was suddenly taken notice of. I ended up being contacted by the Traffic Manager, who promised to get it sorted, and did, Lincolnshire are good but Leicestershire are by far the best.

Can you tell me where Wendy bought the head warmer as it has great ear covers. Thanks, Rob

@RideWithRoy

7 ай бұрын

Wendy will let you know about hers but I have this one and it’s very good www.chainreactioncycles.com/p/dhb-windslam-cycling-peaked-cap

@wendysheehan2413

7 ай бұрын

Ohhh not too sure but I think it might have been Madison - I really love having my ears covered - makes all the difference 😀

How long does it take for Notts Police to inform the resulting action from your close pass/bad driving reports? It took Leicestershire Police 4 months to get back to me.

@RideWithRoy

7 ай бұрын

Leicestershire is the only force I’ve dealt with that informs the result. All others cite GDPR for only giving a list of the penalties they will choose from and not the final decision. I usually get a decision to prosecute within a week from any of them.

@twowheelsgoodbrum1077

7 ай бұрын

West Midlands Police feedback within four or five days. They also publish a monthly list of all actions taken against careless drivers. There is no reason all forces should not do the same.

@RideWithRoy

7 ай бұрын

That’s really good. I can get a spreadsheet relating to my reports from Lincolnshire Road Safety Partnership but I have to request it. We do need consistency nationwide.

@peterharrington8709

7 ай бұрын

I cycled out of Doncaster town centre yesterday and had an off at the very first roundabout. I'm usually really cautious but the forecast for 10 degrees and sunny suckered me in and early morning black ice provided the coupe de gras. Yep... Safety first always.

As an ex road rider,now a mountain biker,im glad i got off the road,trouble is,riding two abreast and ingnoring cars that need to pass is asking for trouble,and as for saying you are in your lane,thats laughable,when you pay road tax and insuranceid be more inclined to agree with you,most road cyclist think its ok to hold up traffic by riding two or three abreast like idiots,not having the intelligence to look behind at the tailback they are causing,and having the common sense to pull over!

@RideWithRoy

7 ай бұрын

While I agree with you about riding three abreast and not looking behind, your other comments are ill informed at best. Taking the lane is recommended practice to control drivers that don’t have the intelligence to hang back until there is room to pass. Those that do wait won’t be concerned as they wouldn’t be passing in any case. We use radar devices that inform us of traffic approaching from behind and are courteous in singling out. The point I was making is that by showing that courtesy we often invite a close pass, so taking the lane would be best. By taking the lane we are actually helping drivers avoid a close pass report and the resulting fine. The laugh is on you concerning ‘Road Tax’ I’m afraid. You will pay a pollution tax relating to the noxious gases your vehicle emits, but that isn’t paying for the roads. As we cyclists are emission free, we don’t pay anything. Roads are paid from from general taxation, including VAT, so even a child is paying for the roads when they spend their pocket money as are non car owners. Given that cyclists and pedestrians don’t wear out the roads like vehicles do, we should be getting a rebate! As for insurance, while not compulsory, thousands of us have it courtesy of Cycling UK and British Cycling. Do you have insurance in case of hitting someone on a trail? This video gives a lot more detail on proper riding techniques B****y Cyclists! kzread.info/dash/bejne/iX6Dk69pe7S0mbA.html