Monthly Archives: December 2014

Something For You Gear-heads

Dérailleur: NOUN – A bicycle gear which works by lifting the chain from one sprocket wheel to another of a different size. Pronunciation: /dɪˈreɪl(j)ə In the strict engineering sense this is a device which shouldn’t actually work. Derailling a bicycle … Continue reading

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King Of The World – As Far As I Know

I’m in the process of resurrecting an old hobby of mine. Yes. Model railways. Or If you prefer, model railroads. I don’t know what it is about railways, particularly steam railways. Maybe it’s the elemental blend of Air, Earth, Fire … Continue reading

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LiquidLounge

Do you want to listen to a radio station which plays an eclectic selection of music, most of which you’ve never heard before? Hmm. Thought not. But if you do try LiquidLounge, broadcast from the heart of my NAS here … Continue reading

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