Stap' stepped up to the edge of the hornet's nest when he said. . .
>>> but a hearty breakfast halfway round works wonders
You're joshing us, right? They say that in Hell, all the cooks are English*. Looks like you folk might be cycling in Hell after THAT lot. On the road, keep it light, 'cause it's a "lean dog for a long chase".
* - and the police are German, the lovers French, and the Transportation Department are Italian. . .lesse' who haven't I offended? OH, yes and the war planners are Yanks.