Worked late at the office tonight and left just as the big black rain cloud that had been blowing in from the Wirral all day finally arrived in Manchester. The result was getting a royal soaking in about 30 seconds and a good test for the very orange 17 seconds jacket. After a few rides in the stereotypical April weather I’m really impressed. It’s kept the elements out and seems to breath much better than the Goretex XCR I’m used to. I think it probably needs a longer test, but the first impressions are excellent.
Gary Fisher watch out. Simon and Nick have a cunning plan. Quite why the bearded old hippy didn’t think of it first I don’t know. Clear demonstration of Britain leading innovation. Nick has the arguments.
From: Tyrrell
Subject: Virus Warning – Please Read
Warning! There is a dangerous virus going around. It is called WORK.If you receive WORK from your colleagues, your boss, or anyone else, via e-mail or any other means, DO NOT TOUCH IT!
This virus wipes out your private life completely. If you should come into contact with WORK,put on your jacket, take two good friends and go straight to the nearest pub. Buy the antidote known as BEER.
Take the antidote repeatedly until WORK has been completely eliminated from your system.
Chilly says we’ve been accepted for the Bonty 24/12. New race, new venue, new team mates. It’s going to be ace.
R O T H A R . C O M 
