He confides that he can only generate a consistent 230 watts going up hills - half the power output of a pro, and roughly that of a household gadget.

I never use a new household gadget without first reading the instructions.

But with all your household gadgets, it's difficult to know how to start reducing your energy use.

If your household gadgets start shouting 'bazinga', 'kapow' or 'woohoo', do not be alarmed.

There were displays of livestock, poultry, vegetables, grains, and the latest inventions in farm machinery, tools, household gadgets, etc.