I went and slowed down to 4mph for a week. A narrowboat cruise on Grand Union Canal certainly forced me to chill out for a bit. Very quiet, weather was ok (ie didn't get wet!!), ate too much and drank too much....
Problem has been coming back to reality - nearly nicked the boat and disappeared!!
Before that, I went to Prague for a few days - highly recommended destination. It is absolutely beautiful. Not too many bikes but we did spot an ST4....
Years ago I spent ten days on a narrow boat, cruising the four-counties ring (Staffs, Shrops, Cheshire and Worcs). Magnificent fun and a complete change of pace. Must do that again one day. I understand the desire to take the boat and just disappear. What a life that would be!
I know the feeling, we used to live on one a long time ago, but recently have been thinking it may be time to move back onto one. It is a great life, used to keep a DT175 on the aft deck. As I am a naval architect I have even started to make a few sketches which included a hyrdaulic davit and space inside for a few bikes inside.
Nice pic of Foxton Locks. Its close to where I live. I often stop there for a drink after a ride out. Some stunning roads from there up to Upingham and beyond.
26-Oct-2006, 13:22 
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