Radio 4 reported tonight that Halfords profits are up on a like-for-like basis over last year. The increase is modest, but it bucks the downward trend for non-food retailers in the UK. Its bicycle range (branded Apollo) is partly responsible ... (more)
Run For Natalie We are very sad to report that Natalie lost her fight to cancer, and we wish to pass on our sincerest condolances to her family. Canham Consulting worked hard to raise funds - see Canham Consulting supporting ... (more)
Do you have one of those corner cupboards in the kitchen which is rather difficult to get to the back of? And you've looked at how expensive it is to buy a special pull-out storage unit to make good use of the space? Well, I might have the ... (more)
A challenging three-hour Sky Ride event starting in Norwich, and open to everyone. More info at goskyride.com or britishcycling.org.uk. (more)
Have you been a victim of heating oil theft from your oil tank? The best thing is for you to get an alarm fitted - at least, that's according to a Norfolk Police and a Norfolk anti-crime charity. This type of crime is such a problem ... (more)
A Virgin Media campaign is gaining momentum: broadband providers need to be more honest about their service speed. "You should be getting what you pay for. Whether it’s a full pint in the pub, forty miles to the gallon or your broadband speeds ... (more)
Getting away from the request-response configuration, by allowing the server to talk asynchronously with the client. http://eandt.theiet.org/news/2013/oct/kaazing-dual-duplex.cfm Full-duplex communication to enable a ‘living web’ (more)
Performance Programme My plan and diary for keeping fit in 2023 will continue to focus on audaxes (long-distance rides) throughout the year. I'm still undecided about riding Paris-Brest-Paris in August, as it does seem to be a bit of a faff ... (more)
Performance Matters (more)
Cycling for Good Causes (more)
Piano-Playing for the Amateur (more)