I go, I come back!
I dissapeared from the list but have managed to get back on. You can't get rid of me that easily.
I dissapeared from the list but have managed to get back on. You can't get rid of me that easily.
Just re-posting the link to the pedelecs members map as it's a few pages back and getting hard to find.
Google Maps: Forum members locations.
Google Maps: Forum members locations.
I was rather alarmed when mucking about with reversing my bike icon, at how easily I could have damaged all sorts of things. Is there no way of limiting alteration to one's own details?
C
Cyclezee
Guest
Come On You Members, Show Yourselves
Having your location on the map is free and doesn't hurt
I'm glad to see we going international, but there is plenty room for more.
I find it interesting that only one member in Scotland and no members in Wales or Ireland are on the map
In my opinion, the map should be locked and editing should be resricted to one or two 'volunteers' who can add, remove or otherwise modify the map on request via PM, what do you think?
John
Having your location on the map is free and doesn't hurt
I'm glad to see we going international, but there is plenty room for more.
I find it interesting that only one member in Scotland and no members in Wales or Ireland are on the map
In my opinion, the map should be locked and editing should be resricted to one or two 'volunteers' who can add, remove or otherwise modify the map on request via PM, what do you think?
John
There is no doubt it is possible to mess things up but I think limiting editing to certain nominated individuals is somewhat restrictive and would place a workload burden on those individuals. I also feel it may discourage some new members from adding their location. The problem seems to be that its difficult for members to find the instructions that have been given in this and another thread due to the high number of posts.
One approach may be for John to edit the very first post of the thread with clear instructions on how to do things, a link to the relevant google map and possibly a PM link to a volunteer for those not confident about adding themselves.
Another solution, if Russ agrees, would be to have the instructions and link as a single post in a new sticky thread that is locked to prevent further posting. The discussion continuing to take place on this thread.
One approach may be for John to edit the very first post of the thread with clear instructions on how to do things, a link to the relevant google map and possibly a PM link to a volunteer for those not confident about adding themselves.
Another solution, if Russ agrees, would be to have the instructions and link as a single post in a new sticky thread that is locked to prevent further posting. The discussion continuing to take place on this thread.
Hi All,
Indeed, the issue of access is one that has concerned me. At the moment, anyone with a computer can wreck the whole thing. My instinct is to keep it as open as possible, but . . .
I have the facility to remove public access and place it in the hands of a few, or indeed of many, if that were felt appropriate. The process for those who wish to add details could easily be made clear beside the map as well as on this site in line with Ian's suggestions.
Any other thoughts?
Cheers,
Django
Indeed, the issue of access is one that has concerned me. At the moment, anyone with a computer can wreck the whole thing. My instinct is to keep it as open as possible, but . . .
I have the facility to remove public access and place it in the hands of a few, or indeed of many, if that were felt appropriate. The process for those who wish to add details could easily be made clear beside the map as well as on this site in line with Ian's suggestions.
Any other thoughts?
Cheers,
Django
C
Cyclezee
Guest
Hi Django and Ian,
I do think some kind compromise needs to be worked out to keep it open but prevent people accidentally or maliciously wrecking what has been achieved.
Personally I like the idea of clear instructions on the site and beside the map.
I don't like the idea of 'locking' the map, but a compromise maybe to only allow Senior members to edit the map after receiving a request via PM from a member.
What do you think guys ?
John
I do think some kind compromise needs to be worked out to keep it open but prevent people accidentally or maliciously wrecking what has been achieved.
Personally I like the idea of clear instructions on the site and beside the map.
I don't like the idea of 'locking' the map, but a compromise maybe to only allow Senior members to edit the map after receiving a request via PM from a member.
What do you think guys ?
John
Hi John,
I would be happy with that - and as it was your idea, your opinion holds a lot of weight!
Practically, and as the 'owner', I need e-mail addresses of those who are entitled to edit in the first instance. From that point, anyone who is already a 'collaborator' can invite others, assuming they have an e-mail address.
The workload Ian mentions is not really an issue from my perspective, but I do understand the desirability of keeping restriction to a minimum.
Ian? Others?
Cheers,
Django
I would be happy with that - and as it was your idea, your opinion holds a lot of weight!
Practically, and as the 'owner', I need e-mail addresses of those who are entitled to edit in the first instance. From that point, anyone who is already a 'collaborator' can invite others, assuming they have an e-mail address.
The workload Ian mentions is not really an issue from my perspective, but I do understand the desirability of keeping restriction to a minimum.
Ian? Others?
Cheers,
Django
It does sound like a lot of work, but if Struan is willing then it is one solution.
Having just deleted the weekends crop of spam I am well aware that the Malicious people Flecc mentions do exist, and would wreak havoc without any good reason.
Having just deleted the weekends crop of spam I am well aware that the Malicious people Flecc mentions do exist, and would wreak havoc without any good reason.
C
Cyclezee
Guest
Hi Django,
I think we have to go down that route as you suggest, but should give other members an opportunity to give their opinions.
Perhaps 48 hours for people to respond and pass on their email addresses if they wish to become editors along with you Django.
Following Ian's suggestion I have edited my first post in this thread and added a link to the map.
John
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OK, in 48 hours time I will adjust the permissions and leave a note on the map suggesting that those who wish to be added should leave a request on this page where one of the editors will pick it up.
To that end, your e-mail addresses would all be welcome! Others can be added later by anyone with editing rights.
Obviously this policy can be reconsidered at any time.
Cheers,
Django
To that end, your e-mail addresses would all be welcome! Others can be added later by anyone with editing rights.
Obviously this policy can be reconsidered at any time.
Cheers,
Django
Dear All,
Following the discussions above, the locations map now has restricted editing rights.
At the moment, that consists of Aldby, Flecc, and Django. If any other senior member would like to help out, I would invite them to forward me their e-mail address and I will sort it.
If anyone reading this would like their details added to the map or updated, please ask here or PM one of the editors.
Cheers,
Django
Following the discussions above, the locations map now has restricted editing rights.
At the moment, that consists of Aldby, Flecc, and Django. If any other senior member would like to help out, I would invite them to forward me their e-mail address and I will sort it.
If anyone reading this would like their details added to the map or updated, please ask here or PM one of the editors.
Cheers,
Django
Near Thurso, just a boat ride across from the Orkneys. Wonderful empty roads here, ideal for cycling.
Oh I say..... I'm pretty far away from you guys on the pedelec map! can I be added?? I'm WAY up at the top of the map
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