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Well I’m Back!

Turkey was great. The weather was spot on; in the high 80’s low 90’s but the sun wasn’t too strong. I’m not much of a sunbather anyway but it did mean that we didn’t have to worry too much about the little one, who seemed to enjoy her first holiday and dip in the sea. Photos to follow!

Georgina wasn’t too bad flying out. It was a late flight and we had hoped she would sleep for most of the journey. However, best laid plans and all that meant that she stayed awake and maintained her usual appetite. We ran out of food which resulted in a few moments of noise but apart from that she was fine. On holiday she generally sat and people watched. Her hair went very light which seemed to create great interest amongst the locals.

Talking of the locals, I watched the England game in a Turkish bar. Surrounded by mad Turks sporting painted faces, scarves, flags and shirts. These heathens (if you believe the gutter press) were savage enough to discuss the game, made sure I had a decent seat and took turns in complimenting me and Mrs Kwacky about our baby. Barbarians the lot of them!

The Bike

My bike is still at the dealers. The quote came in at just under £2k but nothing will happen until the muppet who hit my bike completes his accident form. I’ve told his insurance company that I’ll get the repairs carried out myself if they don’t’ get moving within 7 days then I’ll seek to recover the balance. Feckwits. He reversed into my stationary bike, what is there to discuss?

Meanwhile I’m stuck with the loan Bandit 600. The brakes are shit but it’s got a loud horn! I still can’t get used to having no oooomph at low revs so some of my overtaking is a bit leery to say the least.

Next year I intend to splash some cash on getting some track time tuition, probably with the European Motorbike School. Hopefully I’ll get in a few more track days.

The NEC bikeshow is coming up. With a change in job I’ll be doing a lot more commuting so I’ll need to get the right kit. Looks like I’ll be joining the Belstaff Brigade!

Footie

I missed the Chelsea game (0-0) but was unfortunate to make it to the dourest local derby in decades. The less said the better. I’m off to Bolton on Saturday thanks to the efforts of Nasser (ticket) and IanT (train ticket). I’ll do my usual player ratings on Sunday, once I’ve sobered up!

posted by kwacky at 2:37 pm