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Volcano Boarding

April 28, 2009
By John Mason
Volcano Boarding

If I haven’t already tried out some stupid sports, this ranks high up the list.  An outfit called Bigfoot Hostel’s offer a Volcano boarding package at around $28. This 4.5-hour excursion will have you climbing to the top of Nicaragua’s ominous Cerro Negro volcano, only to mount a sit-down board and travel at speeds...
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Nissan Qashqai Challenge @ Tate Modern

September 5, 2008
By John Mason
Nissan Qashqai Challenge @ Tate Modern

Unamed rider in mid air at the Nissan Qashqai Challenge outside the Tate Modern, London
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Once again into the operating room!

July 27, 2008
By John Mason
Once again into the operating room!

It’s official, the screws come out next friday (1st August 2008 ) at the Lister in Chelsea. Hopefully I should be out within a couple of days and the only reminder should be the screws!
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Summer Screen

August 12, 2007
By John Mason
Summer Screen

Last friday evening was the Film4 Summer Screen at Somerset House, featuring a fantastic double bill of Hot Fuzz and Point Break. Introduced by the one and only Nick Frost the setting, atmosphere and even weather were great.A couple of tips for anyone going next year book tickets early arrive when the gates open (good space...
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Get a life

January 21, 2007
By John Mason
Get a life

Funny spoof page taking a well deserved kick at the every expanding 2nd life gaming platform
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Cool winter bar

December 14, 2006
By John Mason
Cool winter bar

If you’re looking for somewhere different for a drink during the winter months, try firevault on Great Titchfield St. It’s part fire showroom, bar and restaurant… sorry but this restaurant has closed -  shown for historical purposes only
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Captains Log

May 26, 2006
By John Mason
Captains Log

Yes, it’s real!!! Thanks to a friend who managed to get a personal note from James T Kirk while he was here last week.
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