Using ADSL (more)
The Truly Comparative ADSL Guide The best broadband providers are hard to find, as everyone offers a vague 'up to x Mbits service'. Fortunately, thinkbroadband.com gives us the ability to rate our ISP according to speed, reliability and ... (more)
Essex Roads CC and the Eastern Cross League put on a great opening event of the season, with a firm but challenging grassy course and lots of spectators on the steep climb. All very encouraging! Full results on the Eastern Cross website ... (more)
We came across this toadstool on Felmingham Heath (in North Norfolk) and decided to leave it well alone. (more)
I've decided to migrate ADSL Providers. Having been with PlusNET for the last couple of years, their service has generally been good. More recently, however, I have suffered occasional connectivity issues relating to the IP network (as opposed ... (more)
Our trampoline safety pads (which cover the springs) are badly degraded, so we've looked around for alternatives. Here are our findings: supertrampdirect.co.uk Heavy duty 30mm thick country green deluxe 12ft diameter circular frame pads ... (more)
I've just ordered a Plantronics .Audio 995 Digital Wireless Stereo Headset from Amazon UK, although the Creative Labs HS-1200 Digital Wireless Headset (also from Amazon UK) was a tempting alternative at the same price. Comments on the Plantronics ... (more)
There was a healthy turn-out of riders for the first round of the Eastern Cyclocross League, the Essex Roads Cross at Gloucester Park in Basildon. Conditions were sweltering, for competitors and for spectators, with as much jostling for shade ... (more)
This is a chance to have a ride with a wearer of the TdF yellow jersey! In addition to the big 100km event, there are women-only rides and a 20-mile Challenge Ride. All the rides are set in the beautiful Norfolk Broads. The HQ is the Parson ... (more)