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2026λ︎

Hoping for a stable polar vortex

Its mostly raining so I am taking the opportunity to go through all my files and notes from the last decade. Reviwing which info is still useful, what needs refreshing and what can go to the digital heaven 🙂

I got out for two cycle rides this week, Tuesday for a ride to Melia's Cafe and Saturday Club ride.

Saturday afternoon I helped with my neighbours plumbing. The boiler was banging, so I topped up the hot water tank from the mains. The heating failed to come that morning, so I also reset the boiler and used the manual switch to send hot water to the boiler. That evening the hot water was going to the radiators according to the set schedule.

Just warm enough to cycle

I am doing a big cycling challenge in Summer so January is the month to check I can still ride my bike and everything on the bike is running smoothly.

The number of days with nice weather for cycling may be few and far between this month. Ideally the weather should be above 5 Celcius and dry conditions, especially for cycling around the Kent countryside.

I have been doing some post holidays shopping on line, mostly winter kit and improvements to the bicycle.

Happy new year

The United Kingdom is feeling the force of the arctic thats to high pressure subsuming the gulf stream. This week will be very cold with ice around on roads and paths.

Walking will continue to be the main exercise until the weather is more conducive to cycling.

Started planning for the Dragon Ride event in summer. I've ordered new jockey wheels to make the chain run very smooth, a smaller saddle bag, a lighter light and some cycling kit to keep me warm on colder rides.