The new General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) came into force on the 25.5.18 and many of you will have been approached by organisations you currently subscribe to advising you of the changes.
KDCS uses very basic information that you have supplied such as name, e-mail, telephone and address so that we have a record of membership numbers and to enable us to communicate with you with details of rides, social events etc. Our aim is to only provide you with useful and relevant information. Our website is password protected and can only be accessed by some key members of the committee.
We do not generally pass on any of your information ( the exception has been basic ride leader details provided to CTC ( now Cycling UK ) for ride leader cycling insurance purposes. You will be aware that when we issue the monthly newsletter and other e-mails we blind copy to ensure that members are not made privy to other members contact details.
We need to have your up to date details to enable us to to continue to update you with the news.
All current members have been sent an e-mail this week advising of the action YOU need to take if you wish to continue receiving information from the club. You were asked to reply YES to the e-mail if you wished to continue receiving the information and that if we did not get your consent we would have to remove your details from our mailing list.
Thank you to those that have responded. Not all have so this is a reminder that you need to take urgent action if you wish to receive our updates. Once your details have been removed you can rejoin KDCS by visiting the website and clicking on the ‘join free ‘ link on the top scroll bar. You will be asked for relevant information and once received you will then be automatically enrolled and receive communications from us.
Steve Warner
Chairman 26.5.18
Saturday, May 26, 2018
Friday, April 06, 2018
YOUR CYCLING CLUB NEEDS YOU
TO ALL KDCS CLUB MEMBERS - A PLEA FROM THE COMMITTEE
YOU WILL KNOW FROM ANNE’s MONTHLY E-MAILS THAT SHE HAS BEEN ASKING FOR RIDE LEADERS. WE DO NOT WANT TO HAVE WEEKENDS WHERE THERE ARE NO RIDES AND THE MAKE IT UP ON THE DAY OPTION IS NOT ONE WE WISH TO PROMOTE.
WE THEREFORE NEED ALL MEMBERS TO VOLUNTEER TO LEAD RIDES OF YOUR CHOICE OR FROM THE RIDES LIST ON THE WEBSITE IF YOU PREFER AN EASY OPTION. TO HAVE THE SAME SMALL GROUP OF VOLUNTEER LEADERS CONSTANTLY PROVIDING THE SERVICE IS NOT SUSTAINABLE AS THEY TOO HAVE OTHER COMMITMENTS AND THIS WILL RESULT IN MORE AND MORE WEEKENDS WITHOUT A RIDE.
WE RECOGNISE THAT THOSE WHO HAVENT LED A RIDE BEFORE MAY FIND IT A BIT DAUNTING AND IT DOES CARRY SOME RESPONSIBILITY BUT REST ASSURED MOST OF THE RIDERS WHO JOIN US ARE EXPERIENCED RIDERS AND FOLLOW THE CODE OF CONDUCT AND CYCLING ETIQUETTE. WE HAVE A GOOD TRACK RECORD OF TROUBLE FREE RIDES SO RISKS ARE SMALL. ADDITIONALLY WE HAVE THE CYCLING UK ( CTC ) RIDE LEADERS INSURANCE OF UP TO 10 MILLION POUNDS TO PROTECT ALL RIDE LEADERS, BACKMARKERS ETC.
WE WILL ALSO OFFER TO PROVIDE AN EXPERIENCED SUPPORT LEADER TO SUPPORT YOU ON YOUR FIRST OUTING SHOULD YOU WANT IT. ALSO CTC HAVE SUPPORTING INFORMATION ON THEIR WEBSITE SETTING OUT THE SIMPLE ADVICE TO FOLLOW.
CAN I THEREFORE ASK YOU ON BEHALF OF ALL OF THE COMMITTEE TO OFFER UP YOUR TIME TO LEAD RIDES AND TO SEND ANNE BROOKS THE DETAILS
AS WELL AS WHETHER YOU WANT TO TAKE UP THE OFFER OF SUPPORT.
THANK YOU - Steve Warner 6th April 2018
Thursday, February 08, 2018
Monday, October 30, 2017
Consultation on the Public Right of Way status of four sections of the Old Shap Road
From: Nick Thorne <Nick.Thorne@lakedistrict.gov.uk>
Subject: RE: Consultation on the Public Right of Way status of four sections of the Old Shap Road
Sent: 05 October 2017 12:14
Dear consultee
Potential modification of bridleways 585023, 523003, 523005, 361005, 355001, and 361004 – The Old Shap Road Parishes of Whitwell & Selside, Fawcett Forest, Shap Rural, and Orton
We have received an application from the Cumbria Trail Riders Fellowship to record sections of the Old Shap Road as ‘Byways Open to All Traffic’. The four sections of this route affected are shown on the enclosed map.
This application has been sent to us as the authority that looks after the rights of way in the National Park. We maintain and manage the network, but also look after the definitive map – which shows all the footpaths, bridleways, and byways. This means that we have to investigate any claims that amendments should be made.
I must stress at this point that this application has not come from the Authority, but from the applicant themselves
The basis behind the application was that the old turnpike road was a public carriage road, which has never actually been closed – merely superseded by the modern A6. And on the premise of ‘once a highway, always a highway’ that it therefore still remains as a public carriage road – and that it has been incorrectly shown on the definitive map of public rights of way as a public bridleway.
We have carried out various pieces of research, and it does indeed seem as though the old turnpike road still carries public carriage rights. However, since the advent of the Natural Environment and Rural Communities Act in 2006, any mechanically propelled vehicular rights (motorbikes, 4x4s) have probably been extinguished – leaving ‘carriage’ to basically mean horse and cart.
It therefore seems as though it is likely that the correct status of the Old Shap Road is a ‘Restricted Byway’ – which means all traffic except that which is mechanically propelled (motor vehicles).
I am hoping to take the matter to our Rights of Way Committee early next year, but before then I would very much appreciate any information or evidence you have as to any of these sections of the Old Shap Road. Such as, any knowledge of the history of the route, or documents you hold or know about – together with any information as to usage of the route over the last 40-50 years or so – such as whether they have been used by motorbikes, 4x4s, horses, pedal cycles and so on.
The matter will be determined on the evidence, both documentary and user – as to what the public status is. Issues such as suitability of the route for any particular user, or the desirability of any such use are not matters that we are allowed to take into account.
If you are able to forward any information or your views and responses before the 7th November 2017, it would be very much appreciated.
Many thanks, and I look forward to hearing from you.
Nick Thorne
Countryside Access Adviser
Lake District National Park Authority
Direct 01539 792621
Subject: RE: Consultation on the Public Right of Way status of four sections of the Old Shap Road
Sent: 05 October 2017 12:14
Dear consultee
Potential modification of bridleways 585023, 523003, 523005, 361005, 355001, and 361004 – The Old Shap Road Parishes of Whitwell & Selside, Fawcett Forest, Shap Rural, and Orton
We have received an application from the Cumbria Trail Riders Fellowship to record sections of the Old Shap Road as ‘Byways Open to All Traffic’. The four sections of this route affected are shown on the enclosed map.
This application has been sent to us as the authority that looks after the rights of way in the National Park. We maintain and manage the network, but also look after the definitive map – which shows all the footpaths, bridleways, and byways. This means that we have to investigate any claims that amendments should be made.
I must stress at this point that this application has not come from the Authority, but from the applicant themselves
The basis behind the application was that the old turnpike road was a public carriage road, which has never actually been closed – merely superseded by the modern A6. And on the premise of ‘once a highway, always a highway’ that it therefore still remains as a public carriage road – and that it has been incorrectly shown on the definitive map of public rights of way as a public bridleway.
We have carried out various pieces of research, and it does indeed seem as though the old turnpike road still carries public carriage rights. However, since the advent of the Natural Environment and Rural Communities Act in 2006, any mechanically propelled vehicular rights (motorbikes, 4x4s) have probably been extinguished – leaving ‘carriage’ to basically mean horse and cart.
It therefore seems as though it is likely that the correct status of the Old Shap Road is a ‘Restricted Byway’ – which means all traffic except that which is mechanically propelled (motor vehicles).
I am hoping to take the matter to our Rights of Way Committee early next year, but before then I would very much appreciate any information or evidence you have as to any of these sections of the Old Shap Road. Such as, any knowledge of the history of the route, or documents you hold or know about – together with any information as to usage of the route over the last 40-50 years or so – such as whether they have been used by motorbikes, 4x4s, horses, pedal cycles and so on.
The matter will be determined on the evidence, both documentary and user – as to what the public status is. Issues such as suitability of the route for any particular user, or the desirability of any such use are not matters that we are allowed to take into account.
If you are able to forward any information or your views and responses before the 7th November 2017, it would be very much appreciated.
Many thanks, and I look forward to hearing from you.
Nick Thorne
Countryside Access Adviser
Lake District National Park Authority
Direct 01539 792621
Monday, August 14, 2017
Cycle route, Wildman Street, Kendal
CCC are asking for feedback from local cyclists about their proposals for Wildman Street.
Attached are the plans and an illustration of the barrier they intend using (plans are very low res, so not easy to read).
Basically they're proposing reducing the traffic to one lane and widening the footpath on the eastern side to make a shared, unsegregated pedestrian/cycle route.
Please email any comments to Liz Ashburn as soon as possible at liz.ashburn@phonecoop.coop
Attached are the plans and an illustration of the barrier they intend using (plans are very low res, so not easy to read).
Basically they're proposing reducing the traffic to one lane and widening the footpath on the eastern side to make a shared, unsegregated pedestrian/cycle route.
Please email any comments to Liz Ashburn as soon as possible at liz.ashburn@phonecoop.coop
Friday, November 11, 2016
Tempting recipes ......
Have you notice the recipe section, on the right hand side under - More Information ?
Tim has just sent a banana trail cake recipe to join the two flapjack recipes, all sound very tasty and a great way to keep the wheels rolling.
Tim has just sent a banana trail cake recipe to join the two flapjack recipes, all sound very tasty and a great way to keep the wheels rolling.
- Cycling essentials -
- multi tool
- puncture outfit
- and Phil's flapjack ?
- e-mail any of your favourite recipes suitable for cyclists to - kdcsweb@gmail.com
Saturday, November 05, 2016
Workshop Tutorials
Lessons start at 7pm prompt and ends around 9pm. Biscuits and brews provided!
Tuesday 22 November 2016
- Wheel fitting and removal
- Punctures
- Tyre removal and seating
- Hubs
Tuesday 29 November 2016
- Causes of poor braking
- Trouble shooting
- Fitting new blocks
- Setting and adjustment
Tuesday 06 December 2016
- Causes of poor shifting
- Degreasing & Trouble shooting
- Chain wear, Split chain
- Setting and adjustment
Each lesson costs £15 or all 3 lessons for £40
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