Off Topic The Goodhand Arms

Talking about Audi, as I expected, the associated companies of Volkswagen, ie, those who use the same or similar mechanicals, are being exposed as using cheat devices on their diesels as well. Porsche as well. Any of the companies under the VW umbrella which uses diesels in the vehicle line-up are going to use them. This doesn't even include the truck divisions yet.

VW are going to take the most massive hit from this. It could actually trigger a change in the whole environmental policy involving diesel.

 

Ireland to 'decriminalise' small amounts of drugs including Cannabis, Cocaine and Heroin. They also plan to introduce 'injecting rooms' across Dublin where addicts can administer their drugs safely.

An interesting read:

http://www.independent.co.uk/news/w...d-cannabis-for-personal-a6719136.html#gallery

 

Not sure drugs can be injected safely....though I know what is meant.

 

And I happen to use Saints' official dentist. Met Steve de Ridder there once.

Vin

 

We have quite a few in the Southampton Ramblers bunch who walk for various reasons. You can split them down into various categories.

1] The Committed Rambler: Wears exactly the right clothing for every situation, even walking spats, and almost certainly has a dedicated GPS too, though some frown on that and carry proper Walkers OS maps. Takes to each route with a passion and probably wishes they were part of the renowned 1930's 'Mass Trespass' Ramblers who eventually got the law of the land changed. Knows every route in the UK like the back of their hand. Fair play. Never would step inside a pub as that's not what Rambling is for. Talks only of walking here or there. Generally behave quite elderly even if they are young.

2] The Enthusiastic Rambler: Possibly indistinguishable from the above to the outsider but has an actual sense of humour and may have a smartphone with GPS rather than the dedicated one. Knows their own routes like it's their back garden. Knows what the inside of a pub looks like, but only has a half or a coffee. Knows a story or two. Good Egg usually. All ages here.

3] The Keen Rambler: Doesn't have all the right gear because they have other lives and realise that you don't have to have much more than a decent pair of boots, even wellies, if you don't mind. Generally has a great sense of humour and loves a pint. And the blokes are the same. A fund of good stories and jokes to be found on this lot. All ages here

4] The Occasional Rambler: Goes along for the walk just to get into the pub afterwards and not feel too guilty about downing a few. Some of the loudest, most enthusiastic Ramblers come from this group because they realise that they are amongst the largest group overall as it includes categories 2 and 3 as well. All ages, but probably towards the younger.

5] The Newbie Rambler: All ages. The ones who go along thinking oo-er Ramblers, I bet they're a serious bunch, but at least they like to walk, even though I expect they'll be too fast for me. These either become confirmed enthusiastic Ramblers eventually or they fall away because something has bothered them. Either the established Ramblers are too friendly or probably drink too much. Rarely are Ramblers too serious or afraid of a pub, unless you're unlucky to join a walk where there are too many from category 1. That's unlikely these days. It would put me off too, tbh.

Been dying to explain our lot.

Forgot to mention and this is extremely significant - all Southampton Rambler walks finish within sight of a pub that will eventually be invaded once everyone gets their gear off. Most of the time afterwards, groups split off to carry on into the evening and/or go for pub/restaurant meals. No strangers to the plate and glass this lot.!

 

http://www.independent.co.uk/news/u...d-nut-bar-recipe-after-90-years-a6719681.html

STOP THE PRESSES....The world has ended. Cadbury's are changing the recipe for Fruit and Nut. Adding sultanas as well as currants. Civilisation has ended....know how the Romans felt before their city fell. Americans can't make chocolate...everyone knows that. If they could they wouldn't eat Hershey's.

 

In 10 years of rambling across the Brecon Beacons I never knew a walk that didn't finish near The Red Cow, Pontiscill. (Breconsaint?)

 

I used to as well until she sold me to another dentist.

 

Hersheys is an insult to chocolate. It should have a warning on it. Warning - If you love chocolate don't eat this . I think the smilie would make the point

 

My tooth fell out today. Completely snapped at the top of the root. Quite bizarre.

 

I send loads of bars of Cadbury's back to the US with visiting colleagues.

 

A good way to get a pay rise

 

Poor fats.

 

Matt Le Tiss has made the final of Eternal Glory.

 

Was just about to watch the Night Duel.

 

Matt in tightfitting sports kit is something to behold. Malibu and coke...what kind of drink is that?

 

Sorry.

 

Anybody know of any nice restaurants in either Guildford, Basingstoke or Petersfield?

 

STEEEEEEETH.

 

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