I second the HDRCGB forum comment, it's heavily moderated / censored and you really are not allowed to express an opinion if it may in any way be controversial or differ from the norm. I was a member but only for a year, found them to be no banter, no sense of humour, took themselves too seriously but most annoying no one ever seemed to have a bike on the road. Did a couple of their rallies but rarely seen a bike at them, mostly cars, vans and excuses for no bike yet every one was dressed as pirate with all the riding garb to drive there. I guess some areas may be better than others but can only speak from my own experience.
Ref mid controls I have an as new set in the garage, drop me a message if you are interested.