TG does it again...

You gotta laugh really - nutters

clipped from www.dailymail.co.uk Coastguards' fury as Top Gear stars attempt to 'drive' across the Channel The hosts embarked on an ambitious journey across the Channel in cars which had been converted into make-shift boats, much to the ire of local coastguards, who claimed the weren't forewarned about the trip. Captain Clarkson: Jeremy's car turned boat eventually went the distance Mayday! James' sails didn't prove very effective Man overboard: the presenter was left bobbing in the water after his car capsized Not happy: coastguards say they weren't told about the stunt The episode is due to go out on BBC2 in the autumn.

Spot-less sun

Apparently the sun is at it's solar minimum. 11 years down, 11 years up - now it goes nuts and starts to party. Pretty pic though

clipped from www.dailymail.co.uk The sun - as you've never seen it before

Running diary WEEK 4

Date - Distance (Miles) - Time - Weather
02-7-7 - 3 - 19 mins (circa) - Windy/Dry
09-7-7 - 4 - 25 mins (circa) - Dry
16-7-7 - 5 - 31 mins 55 secs - Dry
23-7-7 - 6 - 39 mins 53 secs - Torrential!

Okay, so it's a few weeks in - but so far it's going well. My times are more accurate this week as I remember the times. Yes, that's actually quick (for me) but it's hard work keeping that pace so I think 7 through 10 miles will be slower. But on the day? (Great South) who knows...
Last night was very wet, but not windy. I prefer the rain to the wind any day of the week - but it's not all that nice being soaked through while running. Still, I managed a 1 hour, 22 minute run last year in the wet so this year I'll be happy if I get the same or under (conditions allowing). My calves, for once, aren't sore either. :)

Intentionally, or otherwise, I want to know as well!

clipped from www.cracked.com 6 Questions The Last Harry Potter Book Had Better F#@king Answer By Chris Bucholz The final chapter of the Harry Potter saga, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, is set to be released on July 21st at the stroke of midnight. Desperate for clues about what will happen in the final book, fans have been scouring the Internet and rhythmically caressing their imitation Firebolts as they build themselves up to a fever pitch. Big questions about Harry's final year have yet to be answered: What electives will Harry take? Will he get a part time job, to try and save money for a wizard-car? Will he confide in Principal Belding with his concerns about Jesse's drug addiction?

Fifth Element Cool? Hell yes!

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Nigh-on 1000hp 911...

<dribble> <drool> <wobble>

clipped from cars.uk.msn.com First Drive: Porsche 9ff What: 9ff TRC-91 Where: Dortmund, Germany Price: £250,000 Available: Now Key rivals: Bugatti Veyron, Pagani Zonda F, Porsche Carrera GT, Harrier Jump Jet Summary Intimidating speed from the world’s fastest Cabriolet, but this is no 911 Likes: Crazy, rocket-ship performance, surprisingly smooth power delivery, the faces of frightened children. Dislikes: ASBO exhaust, near dangerous acceleration, inevitable driving ban and prison. GALLERY: Porsche 9ff

Shoot 'em up

I've always like Clive Owen movies. They're quirky. This one is no different.

Goodwood Festival of Speed 2007

Worth a peek - I didn't take any myself so why not!

clipped from www.youtube.com Search Results for “goodwood” Goodwood Festival of Speed 2007 A highlights video from my visit to Goodwood Festival of Speed 2007. From: grumpyduck Views: 12,517 Added: 2 weeks ago Time: 06:28 More in Autos & Vehicles Goodwood Festival of speed 2007 - Aston Martin crash Aston Martin Vantage crashing on Friday 22nd June. From: flash69er Views: 40,030 Added: 2 weeks ago Time: 01:55 More in Autos & Vehicles Nissan GTR 2008 at Goodwood upload/78207-official-nissan-gtr-2008-thread-photos-video- inside-goodwood.html forums for more info. GTR Owners Club get up close and personal to the new GTR. Filmed by Scott M, you can see that there are still covered up areas of the car, suggesting possible internal marketing conflicts with regards to how the headlights should look. See http://www.gtr.co.uk/forum/upload/78207-official-nissan- gtr-2008-thread-photos-video-inside-goodwood.html forums for more info. (more) (less)

COD 4 looks tasty!

Trailer says it all!

clipped from www.youtube.com Call of Duty 4 Exclusive E3 2007 Trailer HD

It's all about...me

The post below didn't appear until now - I don't know why but Blogger was being particularly painful and simply wouldn't play ball. So I gave up. In fact it's being playing up since the Beta went Final. Probably the setup with my site.

Anyway - Billing is over and the weather was superb for us. Many a lobster onsite and the car got a lot of attention. Hopefully pictures will be here soon :)

Speaking of which - the Monaro now has her exhaust, ripshifter and road response pac all fitted. Goes and handles like it should have from the factory. Sounds faaaaantastic! I may record it in fact as it's so darn wonderful :D

Yes, I know!

Yeah I stopped blogging. Sorry.

There are a couple of reasons behind it - one, I've been busy. Yup, heard that before eh? Well I'm working all hours and when I do have free time, I tend to spend it away from the computer. :P
Two - I'm on facebook. Okay, yeah, blah blah - but try it. It's kinda cool - easy to use and keeps people in touch. I certainly enjoy it :)

Here's me

What else? Um, just back from Barcelona - pics over on FB. (so sign up). Might even get round to sticking them here too one day.

The Monaro is off on Wednesday for her exhaust - so really looking forward to Billing this weekend ;)

More soon!

Heroes

So, you know about Heroes, right? Well if you don't then I would seriously consider finding out. It's a very new take on the whole 'super hero' theme without there really being any stereotypical heroes to speak of. It's clever, and at the same time fresh.
If you can't see it where you live, the DVD set is out in August, with a second series following in September.
Of course, you can download the episodes via your favourite P2P or even watch it live (I think only in the US via NBC - but I've found it elsewhere streaming).
Give it a go.

Go on. :)

Gumball cancelled

Is this the end of the gumball?

clipped from www.metro.co.uk Gumball cancelled after death Organisers of the Gumball 3000 Rally closed the race down following a fatal traffic accident involving two British drivers.

VW Iroc on the skid pan...

Odd to see a concept doing such things, but it proves it's close to production.

clipped from www.motorauthority.com Video: VW Iroc concept takes to the skid pan VW gives us a glimpse at the performance potential of its upcoming Scirocco hatch with this video of the Iroc concept car running through its paces out on the skid pan. The Iroc was one of the hottest cars displayed last year so let’s pray developers stick to the concept’s sleek lines. Our American fans will be glad to know that a plan to bring the Scirocco to the U.S. is still under consideration and not cancelled as previously reported.

GM resumes RWD programme

As long as my Camaro is safe...

clipped from www.motorauthority.com GM to resume development of RWD large cars It appears that General Motors may resume development of a range of RWD large cars after plans were put on hold last month following fears that the Bush administration would raise corporate average fuel economy (CAFE) standards. The original porposal was to raise it by 4% a year, meaning fleets would have to average 34mpg by 2017 – 30% higher than today’s levels. The upcoming Camaro coupe due to hit showrooms in 2009 is safe, as is the recently revealed Pontiac G8 sedan, which will go on sale next year. New models rumoured to be in the pipeline that any changes will effect include the next generation versions of the Chevrolet Impala, Pontiac GTO as well as several new Cadillac models. Thursday 3 May 2007