Re: Watch out, watch out, there's a copper about : Wed Apr 14, 2010 7:53 pm  

The Angry Pirate wrote:

The problem with the whole Long Lane thing is a simple one....It makes little practical sense.

Now, I'm as big a critic of speeding drivers as anybody, but I fail to see the logic in having Long Lane, which is basically a long clearway, as a 20 mph zone, when its conditions actually suit a 30 limit.

This silly logic is compounded when you realise that 200 yards away, Alder Lane, which services the same route as Long Lane, is still a 30 mph zone despite arguably being a more residential area, with more parked cars, which often make it a one lane road, which will create more potential hazards.

I'm all for speed limits, but they should be sensible and not just pandering to the sensibilities of the anti car lobbyists.

Agreed good post.

Re: Watch out, watch out, there's a copper about : Wed Apr 14, 2010 8:29 pm  

Sth_Stander wrote:

In my opinion average speed cameras are probably the best answer. As unsightly and costly as they probably are, drivers have no choice but to keep within the speed limit.

I was up around the Cat and Fiddle at the weekend, bikers paradise and they have installed them there, bet that's uspet some of the bikers! Have no idea how long they've been there but should cut down on the number of fatals in that area which can only be a good thing.

Seriously? There's one route of the list then

They are the best cameras for restricting speed though, but to put them on roads like that is ridiculous. It is a dangerous route if driven with no respect, and bikers have a habit of cutting solid white lines, as do reckless drivers up there. But to punish drivers who like open stretches and clear sweeping bends is unfortunate, but not the end of the world. There are very few roads left in this country where you can enjoy exploring a cars limitations any more. Still, there's always track days......and wales.

Re: Watch out, watch out, there's a copper about : Wed Apr 14, 2010 8:38 pm  

Timmy the Koi wrote: Seriously? There's one route of the list then They are the best cameras for restricting speed though, but to put them on roads like that is ridiculous. It is a dangerous route if driven with no respect, and bikers have a habit of cutting solid white lines, as do reckless drivers up there. But to punish drivers who like open stretches and clear sweeping bends is unfortunate, but not the end of the world. There are very few roads left in this country where you can enjoy exploring a cars limitations any more. Still, there's always track days......and wales. Seriously... yes http://www.motorcyclenews.com/MCN/News/ ... EPI-122146

Timmy the Koi wrote: Seriously? There's one route of the list then They are the best cameras for restricting speed though, but to put them on roads like that is ridiculous. It is a dangerous route if driven with no respect, and bikers have a habit of cutting solid white lines, as do reckless drivers up there. But to punish drivers who like open stretches and clear sweeping bends is unfortunate, but not the end of the world. There are very few roads left in this country where you can enjoy exploring a cars limitations any more. Still, there's always track days......and wales. Seriously... yes http://www.motorcyclenews.com/MCN/News/ ... EPI-122146

[Paul Thexton]

Re: Watch out, watch out, there's a copper about : Wed Apr 14, 2010 8:46 pm  

Les Boyd Is God wrote:

you got 6 points??

No hope not anyway lol. All new drivers have a 2 year probationary period, if you collect 6 points (two speeding offenses), then you are automatically banned and have to take an extended re-test.

Re: Watch out, watch out, there's a copper about : Wed Apr 14, 2010 9:44 pm  

The average speed cameras on the M62 near Leeds at the moment are a tad frustrating.

Re: Watch out, watch out, there's a copper about : Wed Apr 14, 2010 10:00 pm  

Lefty wrote:

The average speed cameras on the M62 near Leeds at the moment are a tad frustrating.

are they always on or just when they reduce the speed limit ?

Re: Watch out, watch out, there's a copper about : Wed Apr 14, 2010 10:11 pm  

Wire_Yed wrote:

are they always on or just when they reduce the speed limit ?

Well there were big signs at the side of the road with 50 on them for about 5 miles so I would imagine they were on.

Re: Watch out, watch out, there's a copper about : Wed Apr 14, 2010 10:25 pm  

Lefty wrote:

Well there were big signs at the side of the road with 50 on them for about 5 miles so I would imagine they were on.

Oh, you mean the yellow ones, i thought you meant the permanent ones like the M25

Re: Watch out, watch out, there's a copper about : Wed Apr 14, 2010 10:44 pm  

Wire_Yed wrote:

Oh, you mean the yellow ones, i thought you meant the permanent ones like the M25

No they haven't got them yet.....

[Paul Thexton]

Re: Watch out, watch out, there's a copper about : Thu Apr 15, 2010 8:26 am  

Lefty wrote:

The average speed cameras on the M62 near Leeds at the moment are a tad frustrating.

50 on the motorway does feel quite tedious... no sign of those roadworks ending yet either the last time I went over