Author Archives: Justin Fox

Feels like I’ve been getting back into a lot of things.

Last year I got back into cycling and recently I’ve gotten back into cars. I’ve been doing a bit of design work that I’m actually enjoying lately and I have to say I feel like I’m getting back into design too.

Today I worked on the new INfront. The old site has been there for so long (so long I don’t remember when I designed it). I’m determinded, with Dave‘s help, to get the new site up by the end of this year.

I’ve just gotten past the mock-up stage on a logotype for Mark Pakula. I love what I’ve done. It needs a few more tweaks but it’s pretty much there. I’d love to show it off, but I’m going to wait until it’s 100%. I’ve also been working on some huge banners to represent MC Cyclery at the Sydney Bicycle Film Festival at the Chauvel Cinema in Paddington. Again, still in mock-up phase but I’ll show them off when I’m done.

In the span of 5 minutes I also got 2 work related emails. One from Rimian, a developer mate of mine and also one from Richard from the Digital Wranglers which Caryn and I did a bit of work for a year or so ago. It’s funny how things work… isn’t it?

Next thing to get back into is my salty fish tank. It sure needs a bit of TLC.

Via Garth at Hachirocku.com.au

JDM yard EG Civic – Photo by Mark Pakula.

Yonas and Zi took the EG Civic out to play last weekend. Apparently it was a shitty day (4 seasons in one day Zi described it and apparently everyone’s now got the flu) but they managed to top the times list killing so many amazingly powerful cars (CLK, M3, GT-R, EVO’s, Lexus IS-F, you name it).

For the uninitiated, this car is a naturally aspirated front wheel drive Honda Civic up against turbo, twin turbo, rear wheel drive and 4WD cars.

Zi’s not going to go around posting the times up as he knows there’s a few more seconds to be had but I had to kick him in the ass and let him know how impressed I am. Fact is that he’s at the very top of the list. IE: He came first on the day, not to mention it’s not all about a time when conditions of that day come into play.

Check the times and list of cars and drivers here.

Last weekend my sister and Richie invited Christina’s family (the Lock’s) over to her place for dinner. Richie and Jamie have been over to the Lock’s place for dinner twice now and she wanted to return the favour.

She cooked up a storm, basically, she killed it! Best home cooked dinner I’ve had in ages. So hearty, so impressed. I’m entering her into Master Chef next year whether she likes it or not!

Jasper – cat in a bag.

Naughty boy!

Entree – Potato Gnochi with Prawns.

Main – Ossobuco!

Toasties!

Dessert – Chocolate Pavlova!

Jamie’s signature dish!

Layla went straight for Mr. Lock. She loves the boys.

In Japan the Honda Jazz is called the Honda Fit. Fit because whilst it’s a tiny car it’s deceptively huge on the inside and can fit a shitload of cargo.

This morning I managed to fit a full sized (140×80) office table in the back and the Jazz just ate it up.

Mmmm table. Nom Nom Nom.

In other news, this is a huge pile of trash that has to go to the tip. It’s probably our 5th load!

Last night’s JDMST EOMM was a little different. One JDMST member offered up his family restaurant, Moltofino in Dee Why as the venue with 30% off the bill for JDMST members.

The drive was crap due to bad traffic, and losing our way despite using a GPS, but the food was awesome (I had the shoulder of lamb, one of the best lamb shanks I’ve ever eaten!).

Here are a few carpark pics. Photos by VinnieVavoom.

More photos here.

My new plates, such a plate whore!

k20a.org (almost 50,000 members!).

I admit I’m getting used to the Yellow. I still hate the steering (but hey, it’s a Jazz!) and the K20A engine is torquey. I like it.

Before.

After.

Side gate is done!

9 strong last night. Loftus night rides are well and truly back!