Getting to Know You!

[Sprocket's Mom]

Real name: Carly

Where do you live? Dee, OR (but the address is technically Hood River)

Explanation of your handle: Um, Sprocket's my boy! I'm his mom! (He's my first road bike...well, not really there was Fly but since she was a TINY little thing and didn't really fit me at all I don't count her....she found a nice new home.)

Explanation of your avatar: First tri ever. Aptly named the Beaver Freezer. You can't see in the pic but I'm grinning like a fool! I had sooooooooo much fun!!!

Age (general or specific) 34 (I think...I lose track anymore)

Occupation: Work for the Feds in the natural resources arena.

Favorite bike: YES!!! Oh, we have to pick one?? So many bikes to love....

What's in your stable? An aging QH mare and a pregnant morgan mare....oh, bike stable....:D Sprocket: Trek 1000 Aluminum Dash: Scott CR1 all carbon (geek out!! even the crank, water bottle cages and frame pump are carbon!!) Rowdy: Specialized Rock Hopper with Rock Shox x-country Judy shocks (then there's my husband's poor lonely stumpjumper who just hangs around wishing someone would play with him :()

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 47.7 MPH, last Sunday...somewhere out there.....I was watching the road not the cyclometer!!!

Another picture of yourself or your ride? Ummm, I think I've exhausted my catalog of photos here on the computer....have to search for more....

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: "Seriously, it's only five or ten more miles to the car"

Most memorable moment on my bike: MOST memorable??? Hmmmm, there was the time I was riding up a steep short hill with a VERY narrow shoulder and lots of cars whizzing by....all of a sudden my whole handlebar came off the bike in my hands!!! :eek:

Most fun ever had on a bike? The first time I ever learned what a pace line was for and could do for me. I had a BLAST!!!!!

[Kirstenr]

Real name: Kirsten
Where do you live? Anchorage, Alaska

Explanation of your handle: I picked up the nickname Twerp in middle school. At the time I was playing point guard on our basketball team - not exactly the tallest player on the court. The name stuck (as did the height) - but I kinda like both.


Explanation of your avatar: uhm... yeah... gotta get one of those.

Age (general or specific) 37, 38 July 5th

Occupation: Teacher

Favorite bike: My 2 week old Orbea Onyx Dama. Or my friends Specialized. Or my old mountain bike. Or maybe that red ten speed I had in high school.
Or....

What's in your stable? Orbea formerly mentioned, Novara Bonita Mountain Bike

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? hmm... not sure on this one.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? I don't mind pics, I just don't ever seem to collect them of myself. I should start doing that.

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I've never told a lie in my life. (except that one).

Most memorable moment on my bike: I did a solo bike trip through New Zealand when I was 18. Lots of good memories from that. I've had too many years off - time to start making a new set of bike memories.

Most fun ever had on a bike? Hard to pin down, but I had a blast on a single track last summer. Chugach mountains in the back. I really don't have skills - even fell going UP hill. But it was all good.

[crisi13]

Real name: Crissy
Where do you live? NC/VA Border near Hampton Roads, VA

Explanation of your handle: Crisi is the way I wish my name was spelled when I was younger (thought it looked cooler) and 13 is my lucky number

Explanation of your avatar: Don't have one yet!

Age (general or specific) 28

Occupation: Ford Truck Sales (I'm one of the few women in the country that manges the fleet department at a large Ford Store!!)

Favorite bike: My brand new Lemond Tourmalet (my first road bike!)

What's in your stable? My Lemond...the only bike I own

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? I've only ridden a few times so far it was yesterday at 19.9 mph

Another picture of yourself or your ride? I'm working on this

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I wanted to quit my job at a previous car dealer, but wasn't sure I was going to like my new job so I went in and acted VERY sick and told them I had Mono and had to take a month off. Turned out I loved the new job so I finally had to go in and quit.

Most memorable moment on my bike: I don't have many yet...but so far I guess it would be falling off after a newbie group ride last weekend. I did fine until I got to the parking lot and then...oops pedal issues. Head went into a concret light pole (Thank God for helmets!) and bike went into some woman's van!

Most fun ever had on a bike? Again, not much to compare to yet...but I did my first group ride yesterday. We did 21.03 (yes the .03 is important) miles at an average speed of 14.7 mph.


Looking forward to getting to know everyone!!

[K8sgotgame]

Real name: Kate
Where do you live? I alternate between Southern CT and Upstate NY

Explanation of your handle: I played basketball growing up and my buddies would choose me over guys in pick up games.. because "Kate's got game!"
:p

Explanation of your avatar: That's my dog :o

Age (general or specific) 24.. will be 25 on the 1st of May

Occupation: physical therapist

Favorite bike: My current bike.. Giant OCR1. It was my bday present to myself.

What's in your stable? I just cleaned house and this is all I have left :(

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 45mph - Adirondack Mountains in NY.. we have some big hills

Another picture of yourself or your ride? I'll work on that one

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: Hmm.

Most memorable moment on my bike: Nothing major on my current bike. Had a horrific crash as a kid and almost died. That was fun.

Most fun ever had on a bike? I lived in AZ for 3 months without a car and biked everywhere on a $75 mountain bike. :D

[crazybikinchic]

OK! I've been on the forum long enough without giving more info, so here it goes.

Real name: Tammy

Where do you live? Dallas, TX

Explanation of your handle: I was trying to come up with an e-mail address that wasn't currently taken. When I started cycling, we would tell our friends how far that I had rode for the day and they would look at me and say "You rode how far? Are you crazy?"

Explanation of your avatar: To lazy (and not enough time) to put one up.

Age (general or specific) 34

Occupation: Student...but in my spare time for the next 3 months I am a pharmacy tech.


Favorite bike: I am druelling over a Pinarello FP5 in pink and black right now, but of course my favorite bike is the one that I own

What's in your stable? Specialized Allez

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? Upper 30's, going down hill and loving every minute of it.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? me and DH
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What is the biggest lie you've ever told: Can't remember.


Most memorable moment on my bike: Any moment on my bike is a memorable one. When I crossed the finish line on day 2 of the MS 150 and again when I finished the HHH. DH was in tears both times. The HHH was a ride that I had read about when I first got into cycling and decided then that I wanted to do it.


Most fun ever had on a bike? The HHH. I had trained with a great group of people. We rode 4-5 in a group and were doing pacelines the whole ride. We all started singing during the ride.

[RedNBlondies]

Real name: Julie
Where do you live? I split my time between Grand Lake, CO and west suburban Chicago

Explanation of your handle: One of my kids has red hair, the rest are blonds

Explanation of your avatar: I'm a physical anthropologist who likes to ride bikes, so the avatar is a picture of a skeleton made of bike parts riding

Age (general or specific) 37

Occupation: Physical anthropologist, college instructor

Favorite bike: I'm riding a Giant OCR 1W right now

What's in your stable? Giant OCR 1W

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? I'm not a speed junkie. I rarely cadence above 100 rpms. I'm in for the distance

Another picture of yourself or your ride? Don't have any.


What is the biggest lie you've ever told: Lie? Me?

Most memorable moment on my bike: My sense of accomplishment after climbing my first significant hill. Wow, I did it.

Most fun ever had on a bike? I love the early spring and late fall rides, just spinning by watching the seasons change.

[HillSlugger]

Welcome Julie! That sculpture looks cool. Can you post it as a larger picture so that we can get a better look at it?

[IFjane]

Welcome everyone who as posted here since the last time I welcomed everyone (I have no idea how far back that is - my apologies!)

Come in, make yourselves at home and enjoy. This is a great place to hang out!

[mimitabby]

yeah, there are a lot of newbies on here! it was fun reading all about you guys and welcome to TE, what stories!

[RedNBlondies]

Sure, I would love to post a bigger picture of my avatar. I did not make the sculpture, nor did I photograph it. I just came across the picture and thought it was cool.

To give credit where credit is due....
http://www.recycling.me.uk/sculpture_ii.htm

If memory serves, they have other things mounted on bikes as well.

~Julie

[PrincessAna]

Real name: Anastasia
Where do you live? Western PA, sorta near Pittsburgh

Explanation of your handle: It's kind of an inside joke. Manymany people ask me if I'm related to Grand Duchess Anastasia Nikolaevna of Russia. I'm not. I'm not even Russian, or of Russian descent. (I'm also not of Greek descent.) I figured that never stopped me from being a princess though, at least not in my own mind :)

Explanation of your avatar: Missing in action. Hehe. Will add one as soon as I get me+the new bike pics.

Age (general or specific) 31. I'm a Libra and Year of the Dragon.

Occupation: Computer Science Professor

Favorite bike: The Bike Friday I just got :)

What's in your stable? Bike Friday Pocket Llama, in power raspberry :) Also have a Gary Fisher Napa comfort bike from 2002 or 2003.

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? I've never been on a road bike... ever.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? Forthcoming.

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: You look like a turtle.

Most memorable moment on my bike: When I was in grad school I shared an office with a student from Algeria. He had never ridden a bike before. He bought a bike from someone who was graduating for all of $20. The bike was a real mess, rust everywhere leaky tires, etc. I pumped up the tires for him (and left my pump in the office for a few weeks), showed him how to adjust the seat, and he taught himself to ride over spring break. When we got back from break, he and I went on a ride on the bike path across the street from us. He rode so slowly I could barely keep my balance! Under 4mph most of the time. Runners were passing us up! But we finished the 2 mile path and made it back. That was the first of many rides together. When people ask what I miss about New Orleans, I always think of that bike path and all the riding I did on it. (Both solo and with friends :) )

Most fun ever had on a bike? When I was a kid I rode with some friends to a park. On the way we passed by this little scrap of yard, which we determined probably did not belong to anyone. It happened to have a wonderful hill on it, as it went down to a storm drain. The hill was perfect. We had almost enough momentum to carry us in a loop back to the top so we could go down over and over :)

[spotlightmama]

Real name: Angie
Where do you live? Orlando, FL

Explanation of your handle: My mom used to sing me the song "Spotlight Kid" by Captain Beefheart. Now that I have two kiddos, I'm the Spotlight Mama. :p

Explanation of your avatar: [will soon be back with an avatar]

Age (general or specific) 28

Occupation: Professional Resume Writer

Favorite bike: my bike! (Terry Symmetry)

What's in your stable? A Terry Symmetry (my first and only "real" bike)

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 23 MPH, last week, on the road

Another picture of yourself or your ride? Note to self...get picture "looking cool" next to bike. Hmmm...maybe that can solve the avatar issue!


What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I've never lied. ;)

Most memorable moment on my bike: Well, I'm *very* new to biking, so I don't have many. I'd have to say totally smoking my DH a couple of weeks ago while out biking. That was nice!

Most fun ever had on a bike? Probably getting dear old dad to join me on the bike trail...it was payback for all the hiking he made me do as a kid. ;)

[TxDoc]

Real name: I'll pass on this one.

Where do you live? Texas.

Explanation of your handle: I guess you already figured that out :)

Explanation of your avatar: I just searched "Bianchi" on Yahoo images and picked one that was small enough for an avatar.

Age (general or specific) 37

Occupation: see "explanation of your handle"...

Favorite bike: my Bianchi

What's in your stable? Bianchi forever!!! well, there's also a Lapierre, but just one ;)

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 34mph, downhill of course, North Hollywood.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? I'll try to find a picture to post!

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: "You are a dead dog". I say that to my dog every time he has a 'bad-dog-day', and that happens about once every six months. Well, he is six years old and still alive and happier than ever!

Most memorable moment on my bike: Hey, two weeks ago at one point I was able to catch up with my fiance -and he is fast!!!

Most fun ever had on a bike? I always have fun on a bike :D

[toaoemerald]

Real name: Mary

Where do you live? Cortland, NY

Explanation of your handle: Well...the "toao" part = "the one and only" which is the name of a gaming clan that I am in, and the "emerald" part is just my online nick name that have I always used...

Explanation of your avatar: I don't have one yet

Age (general or specific) 17. I know, quite young :)

Occupation: High school student?

Favorite bike: I'm jealous of my sisters carbon fiber Fuji Team...

What's in your stable? Fuji Roubaix

Fastest speed on a road bike? Fastest speed on a flat was about 28 when I was in a pack with about 15 other bikers(most of them where from the local college cycling team)

Another picture of yourself or your ride? This picture is from last fall. It's not that great...
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v506/emerald1337/?action=view&current=n699866808_372787_3876.jpg

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: Hmm...It's hard to choose

Most memorable moment on my bike: Speeding down steep hills dangerously fast with lots of other bikes closely surrounding me.

Most fun ever had on a bike? Probably on those weekly rides with the group...

[toaoemerald]

Real name: Mary

Where do you live? Cortland, NY

Explanation of your handle: Well...the "toao" part = "the one and only" which is the name of a gaming clan that I am in, and the "emerald" part is just my online nick name that have I always used...

Explanation of your avatar: I don't have one yet

Age (general or specific) 17. I know, quite young :)

Occupation: High school student?

Favorite bike: I'm jealous of my sisters carbon fiber Fuji Team...

What's in your stable? Fuji Roubaix

Fastest speed on a road bike? Fastest speed on a flat was about 28 when I was in a pack with about 15 other bikers(most of them where from the local college cycling team)

Another picture of yourself or your ride? This picture is from last fall. It's not that great...
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v506/emerald1337/?action=view&current=n699866808_372787_3876.jpg

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: Hmm...It's hard to choose

Most memorable moment on my bike: Speeding down steep hills dangerously fast with lots of other bikes closely surrounding me.

Most fun ever had on a bike? Probably on those weekly rides with the group...

[quiltingmick]

Real name: Michelle

Where do you live? Canberra, Australia

Explanation of your handle: I'm a quilter.

Explanation of your avatar: I'm lazy and don't have one yet!

Age (general or specific) 39 on September 27.

Occupation: IT Programme Coordinator

Favourite bike: Electra Townie.

What's in your stable? My favourite bike!

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? You're kidding aren't you? I'm SLOW!

Another picture of yourself or your ride? Nope.

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I once told a snooty shop assistant that I was married (before I was) just so I could get better attention from her. Snooty.

Most memorable moment on my bike: Besides the first day I rode it home from the shop, it was probably the morning about a month ago. It was a beautiful bright clear blue-skied morning when I left home, but by the time I got two suburbs away, it was foggy. I rode through the autumn leaves into a dense wall of fog. It was beautiful.

Most fun ever had on a bike? Probably the ride I just had, coming home from work. Tonight I discovered a road adjacent to the major road, with hardly any cars using it, and heaps of cyclists. I like to think that the cyclists chased all the cars away. I think I may have giggled for at least 50% of the ride.

[hipersons]

Real name: Shawnna (not sha-wan-na, but shaw-na)
Where do you live? Watertown Mass

Explanation of your handle: I chose this screen name on Prodigy 10 years ago and it just stuck. Other than that, no idea why I thought of it.

Explanation of your avatar: my kitty, she's beautiful!

Age (general or specific): 25

Occupation: Graphic Designer and SAT Teacher/Tutor

Favorite bike: Um, still too new to decide. But I love my Dolce.

What's in your stable? 08 Specialized Dolce

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: "No, I didn't wear this dress just to return it the day after the event..."

Most memorable moment on my bike: My first ride into work. It was terrifying and awesome.

Most fun ever had on a bike? The past few weeks with my new bike have been a lot of fun because I'v been learning so much.

[callmecrazy]

Real name: Abby

Where do you live? Pittsburgh, PA

Explanation of your handle: People often do, in fact, call me "crazy" because of my "far-fetched" ideas (most recently happened last night when I told hubby that I want to do a tri even though I just got on a bike this week for the first time in a decade)

Explanation of your avatar: I'll have to get around to that, but it will likely end up being some combination of myself and my first bike

Age (general or specific): 23

Occupation: Cardiovascular research tech by week, jewelry sales gal by weekend

Favorite bike: only bike, Trek7200

What's in your stable? just my 4 day-old Trek

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? I'm such a newbie that I'm almost from the future, but since the supposed steepest street in the world is just down the road (as I just learned on here yesterday), perhaps I will just lift my feet and hold on tight. If I survive it, I'll let you know how fast I went.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? I'm sure I'll have lots to share later

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: It wasn't my fault.

Most memorable moment on my bike: When I was about 12 I decided to borrow my older brother's mtb, but I had no idea what I was doing and ran myself down a hill and directly into a pine tree as a result, ouch.

Most fun ever had on a bike? An relaxing evening ride around the neighborhood with hubby last week... though hopefully there will be more adventurous fun to come!

[2Gowans]

Real name: If I were going to tell you that, I'd have used it as part of my username.

Where do you live? South London. No underground, a bit rough, a bit expensive, few tourists, but no risk of flooding because this bit's on the ridge of a hill.:cool:

Explanation of your handle: Gowan = daisy, it's a short reach to a music hall song vaguely related to cycling.

Explanation of your avatar: it's similar to the bike I'm working on - a 1967 Hercules

Age (general or specific): Old enough to have learnt from a few mistakes, young enough that I haven't made every mistake yet.

Occupation: 24/7 carer (unpaid)

Favorite bike: A lightweight tourer I had (for commuting) was close to favourite, except for the uncomfortably long reach.

What's in your stable? One bike in pieces at the moment in front of the airing cupbpard. Hope to have it rideable before the end of summer.

Fastest speed on a road bike? Don't know. Too many hills and traffic lights. Probably not very fast.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? Not yet

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: It doesn't matter.

Most memorable moment on my bike: Going down Mount Pleasant in v heavy rain and heavy traffic, with the brakes just not working at all.:eek:

Most fun ever had on a bike? Possibly the time that the dual carriageway I commuted along was bumper to bumper. Passed every car, bus, and lorry (on one of those shopper bikes with small wheels) and there was nothing they could do.:D

[MsTerra]

Real name: Terra

Where do you live? metro Boston

Explanation of your handle: Someone has always already taken the username "Terra" by the time I'm registering for a new forum these days, but I find "MsTerra" still works more often than not. In fact, Terra is a nickname that started out as a computer username in college 21 years ago.

Explanation of your avatar: haven't posted one yet - avatars are not my forte

Age (general or specific) early 40s

Occupation: administrative assistant at a well-known local engineering school

Favorite bike: not yet knowledgeable enough to say

What's in your stable? Specialized Sirrus hybrid - I think it's a good starter bike that can be a trusty commuter for a long time, but as I ride more and get better I'll be putting more thought into road bikes....

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? I've never had a speedometer/bike computer and will probably resist that trend for a while. I've already been accused of being a geek because I'm reading about cycling and looking at online cycling forums. ;)

Another picture of yourself or your ride? Not until my bum gets a little smaller....

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I want to be just like you, R---....

Most memorable moment on my bike: Learning clipless pedals, the Arte Johnson phase. Seems to be a common memorable moment around here. (On the other hand, my rotten husband just started riding clipless today - a few minutes in a parking lot, and then we were off on a ride, and he didn't fall once. B@st*rd...)

Most fun ever had on a bike? When I was cycling a decade ago, I would get up early on Sunday mornings and go out on the local rail trail. It was less congested at those times and I could get up some good speed for nice stretches.

[Trek420]

wow, lots of new faces. Welcome all the new TE'ers who haven't been officially welcomed yet. :)

[CarbonCandy]

Real name: Chelsea

Where do you live? Northern Illinois

Explanation of your handle: I've got a carbon road bike, and it's my rideable hard candy LOL :]

Explanation of your avatar: See above explanation

Age (general or specific) 19, such a youngin

Occupation: Art student, and bicycle retail

Favorite bike: Ehhhh, Trek Wasabi (http://www.trekbikes.com/us/en/bikes/2008/bike_path/cruiser/wasabi1/)

What's in your stable? Trek 5000 and "no name frame" bike my dad built up for me

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? Perhaps 37ish? Country roads by mi casa

Another picture of yourself or your ride? Dont have any of those....

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: "No, Officer...."

Most memorable moment on my bike: Riding the Trails at Elroy Sparta, wi with my parents. I must have been no older that 6, and they brought the bike trailer along, and my dad put custom hooks on the back to carry my bike on when I was too tired to ride :]

Most fun ever had on a bike? The L.A.T.E Ride in Chicago. It gets better every year. This July will be my 11th time

[newridder]

Real name:
Where do you live? orlando, fl

Explanation of your handle: i am very new to ridding. wanted others on list to know i was new to ridding in case i did not use understandable language in my posts.

Explanation of your avatar: avatar??....thinking...

Age (general or specific) let's just say, i was thrilled to see that there were others born in the 50s

Occupation: professor

Favorite bike: my pink jamis

What's in your stable? jamis venturer

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? just learning, haven't clocked a speed

Another picture of yourself or your ride? I don't have very many pixs of myself - I hate having my pix taken


What is the biggest lie you've ever told: umm...

Most memorable moment on my bike: riding with my grand daughter, son, (son and grand daughter = 2 years difference in age) future mother-in-law, future step-son, fiance. it was a wonderful day, although my future mother-in-law never rode again after that day

Most fun ever had on a bike? riding

[newridder]

Real name:
Where do you live? orlando, fl

Explanation of your handle: i am very new to ridding. wanted others on list to know i was new to ridding in case i did not use understandable language in my posts.

Explanation of your avatar: avatar??....thinking...

Age (general or specific) let's just say, i was thrilled to see that there were others born in the 50s

Occupation: professor

Favorite bike: my pink jamis

What's in your stable? jamis venturer

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? just learning, haven't clocked a speed

Another picture of yourself or your ride? I don't have very many pixs of myself - I hate having my pix taken


What is the biggest lie you've ever told: umm...

Most memorable moment on my bike: riding with my grand daughter, son, (son and grand daughter = 2 years difference in age) future mother-in-law, future step-son, fiance. it was a wonderful day, although my future mother-in-law never rode again after that day

Most fun ever had on a bike? riding

[littlegrasshopp]

Real name: Meri
Where do you live? Cary, North Carolina

Explanation of your handle: I was a martial artist for much of my first 25 years and the guys I use to work with called me little grasshopper...the "er" wouldn't fit.

Explanation of your avatar: avatar??....you mean I could have an avatar??

Age (general or specific) 35

Occupation: Massage Therapist

Favorite bike: Cove Handjob.

What's in your stable? Handjob, Orbea Valata, and DH's 5 bikes :)

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 36.5, NC, following DH down a hill! I didn't look at the time. When we rested, he asked how fast I'd gone. I was quite surprised!

Another picture of yourself or your ride? new ride - no pics yet. I have mtb pictures I will have to dig out from our honeymoon.


What is the biggest lie you've ever told: it doesn't matter, I'm just fine.

Most memorable moment on my bike: the day after a hydraulic break failure in the mountains I was talked into riding again by our entire camping/riding group. I was scared silly. I followed a beginner all day long and reminded her to look up, pedal, relax, and all the other advice I could think of. I said all the things to her that I needed to hear. It got me back on my bike and really helped my own feelings of security. It was a very important day!!

Most fun ever had on a bike? DH and I took my little nephew to Bald head Island. Only bikes and golf carts there. nephew was in a trailer that DH pulled. The little guy kept begging DH and I to race. We were exhausted by the end of the day!!! Our nephew is riding his own bike now, so it's time to take him back!
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[mimitabby]

hey! we have a grandmother on board! welcome newRidder (what are you rid of?) :D There are plenty of us here who remember the 1950's! I hope to be a grandmother some day; but my sons are not in a big rush for some reason.

and a big welcome to littleGrasshopper too. (that's my bike's name; but in Italian; Cavalletta)

[MtnBikerChk]

Real name: I could tell you but...well, you know
Where do you live? Central CT

Explanation of your handle: The first chat board I joined was circa 2000 and it was a fitness site (I still post and moderate there). So to them I was the mountain biking chick - and it stuck. Call me MBC for short.

Explanation of your avatar: I love Buttercup - she's the butt kicker of the powerpuff girls :)

Age (general or specific) 35

Occupation: CPA

Favorite bike: Titus Moto Lite

What's in your stable? Said Titus, 1995 Specialized RockHopper and a Giant OCR 1 roadie

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? Maybe 35MPH? I'm not speed demon by any measure.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? My husband is NUTS with the camera - I have TONS of pics!

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I only tell white lies (ok, that's a lie).

Most memorable moment on my bike: When my cousin's (now) husband dropped to his knee on the trail and proposed to her. I was as shocked as she was.

Most fun ever had on a bike? I love going to the Kingdom Trails in the Northeast Kingdom in VT.

[bboston88]

Real name: Beth

Where do you live? Smyrna, GA, moved from SF about 2 years ago

Explanation of your handle: Maiden name is Boston, never lived there. 88 stands for a hockey player's number I had a crush on about 15 years ago. It just stuck.

Explanation of your avatar: I don't have one yet

Age (general or specific) 35.

Occupation: Attorney.

Favorite bike: Waiting on my new Ruby to arrive from fellow TE member.

What's in your stable? Lemond Reno, which is being converted to cross. Soon to arrive Specialized Ruby comp.

Fastest speed on a road bike? Descending into Sausalito, around 35mph


What is the biggest lie you've ever told: Sure I'll think about having another child;)

Most memorable moment on my bike: Descending into Sausalito, getting beers at Sam's in Tiburon at the end of a long ride.

Most fun ever had on a bike? Same as above!

[frnz]

Real name: Natalie

Where do you live? Bellingham, WA, soon to be Leavenworth, WA, and back again.

Explanation of your handle: It's a sekrit

Explanation of your avatar: A BELUGA WHALE. Because they're awesome and...it looks so happy.

Age (general or specific) 18 ...and a half :)

Occupation: Full-Time College Student, this summer I'm a Forest Service Intern

Favorite bike: Hehe, I only have one bike. For now.

What's in your stable?
1972 Motobécane Mirage

Fastest speed on a road bike? I don't have a computer, but I've kept along with traffic when the speed limit is 35 before.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? This is the best picture I have. Though it's majorly due for a makeover :)
http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y273/natalie5445/bikebike.jpg

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: Biggest lie. I got nothin'.

Most memorable moment on my bike: Well, how about when I didn't lock my bike up properly, I went outside in the morning to find it gone :(:mad::( and then, lo and behold, came home from class that afternoon to find it locked to the same place with a note that said "Sorry, I really needed a ride last night. Put your lock on and I'll take mine off"
The bike fairy, or a surprisingly nice most likely drunk person, visited and taught me to lock up like I should :rolleyes:

Most fun ever had on a bike? I was riding home from a bookstore and freakin torrents of rain started falling from the sky. I got home and didn't want to stop riding, so I rode around campus for an hour or so, getting soaked and feeling super awesome.

[Savra]

Real name: Savra

Where do you live? For the moment, Buffalo, NY. I'm from Ca. and Nv.

Explanation of your handle: I picked my name since it's so unusual.

Explanation of your avatar: Don't have one yet.

Age (general or specific) 36.

Occupation: Social worker/PhD Student

Favorite bike: Specialized Hardrock and Specialized Dolce. My 10-yr old Hardrock has been very reliable and trusty so it still is my favorite but it will probably sadly be replaced by the Dolce.

What's in your stable? See above.

Fastest speed on a road bike? 28mph on a downhill. I imagine if I were still in the west it would be much fast. The hills here are pretty small.


What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I suck at lying.

Most memorable moment on my bike: Hmm. I think my favorite ride is South Lake Tahoe. SF is the second best. The wind across the Golden Gate Bridge is very memorable as well as sunset at Lake Tahoe. Oh, riding my bike in the Gay Pride Parade was fun.

Most fun ever had on a bike? There are many.

[cyclinggrlUT]

Real name: Becky
Where do you live? Washington, Utah

Explanation of your handle: I'm a girl that cycles in utah lol

Explanation of your avatar: My baby, amber mae

Age (general or specific) 24

Occupation: Payroll Assistant

Favorite bike: Any bike that I can ride!

What's in your stable? 2008 Specialized Dolce Elite

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 34mph, flying down the hill by Coral Canyon, it was crazy!

Another picture of yourself or your ride? I dont have any of me on my bike

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: lies?

Most memorable moment on my bike: The first time I got on my bike, I felt like a bad ***, I was riding up and down the road getting use to it and there was a small hill that i went up, when I went to turn around it was too tight and I fell straight over -- I forgot I was clipped in! it was great

Most fun ever had on a bike? Right after coming up snow canyon, riding the trail down past the Ledges, such a rush!

[unhurt]

Real name: not on the internet, sorry!

Where do you live? belfast, northern ireland (at the moment - from scotland though)

Explanation of your handle: this a long and unenlightening story involving the theme tune to m*a*s*h and quite a lot of wine and a conversation about isomers.

Explanation of your avatar: i should get one of those, right?

Age (general or specific): 33

Occupation: archaeologist and businesswoman (at once. really!)

Favorite bike: i come over a bit funny looking at koga miyata trekking bikes. i also covet my wee brother's specialized tricross sport.

What's in your stable? cannondale touring classic 2007 and my trusty old edinburgh bikes coast hybrid. for now...

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 39 mph down a very long, very steep hill on the sunshine coast in BC on the cannondale this spring. i had a lot of weight in my panniers helping me along. terrifying, but fun!

A(nother?) picture of yourself or your ride?

the old workhorse (my "very cheap bike" - thanks, mr elliot bay bikes in seattle for your assessment! but you fixed her up, so i forgive you) on a beach in oregon in 2007 (the beach was a bad plan. i squeaked when i pedaled for the next two days):

http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c36/_unhurt_/bikes/beach.jpg

my shiny new baby on the way home for christmas '07 (galloway forest park):

http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c36/_unhurt_/bikes/dg.jpg

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: i need to know what scale we're using here. richter?

Most memorable moment on my bike: crossing the four mile long bridge between washingon state and oregon at astoria in the rush hour, with a side-wind. almost at the top of the high part, about 3.5 miles across, really wishing i had packed less gear for this touring lark, trying to squeeze as far to the right as possible. hit the concrete side of the bridge with my right front pannier, bike threw itself down into traffic, i sprang gazelle-like onto the six inch wide shelf at the side of the road. lots of honking. somehow managed to get bike upright, front pannier rehooked and myself back on bike in about 15 seconds and resume (shaky) progress the rest of the way without causing a massive traffic jam. (there's no footpath or i would have walked the bike over! next time i will wait till 2am or something and cross at my leisure...). that or the time in belfast that 7 year olds threw broken bottles at my head. and hit me. ow.

Most fun ever had on a bike? my first real tour last year, seattle to san francisco (solo & camping). loved (almost) every minute with the possible exception of the bridge thing above. and the up-down-up-down-up AGAIN with a permanent headwind part in north california. highway 1, you may be beautiful, but you are EVIL.

[rbs4fun]

Real name:

Where do you live? Las Vegas, NV

Explanation of your handle: Run bike swim for fun. I want to do tri's for fun, weight maintenance and fitness.

Explanation of your avatar: my bike in front of a town sign, a bigger version is below.

Age (general or specific) 34

Occupation: Designer

Favorite bike: my current (and only) bike, Novara Carema Pro from REI.

What's in your stable? same as above.

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 32mph on March 30th, coming down the bike path from Boulder City to Lake Mead. :eek:

Another picture of yourself or your ride?

http://lh4.ggpht.com/rbs4fun/SBOjNoxmiLI/AAAAAAAAA1s/DQB99oU5Gng/s400/100_3976.JPG

http://lh3.ggpht.com/rbs4fun/SBOj2YxmigI/AAAAAAAAA4Y/bYe5qXsU4Ao/s400/100_3999.JPG

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I can't remember because I don't lie. :p

Most memorable moment on my bike: Since this is still fairly new to me, I have lots of memorable moments, every new route, new course, new people to ride with are all awesome.

Most fun ever had on a bike? I went on a ride with 5 other people over Memorial Day weekend and after 5 minutes of pedaling it poured. We rode for another 10 minutes but the rain came down hard and it hurt so we took cover under and waited till it became a drizzle and continued on. The girl who organized the ride felt bad but I had a blast. We dried off in no time.

[Red Rock]

It is nice to see so many new faces here. I hope to learn more about your cycling adventures here on TE. Welcome to the group.

[greenme]

Real name: Julie

Where do you live? Vancouver, BC

Explanation of your handle: I think I'm becoming an eco-zealot. Please turn off you engine while you sit there and pick your nose, ok?

Explanation of your avatar: Bugsy is the most athletic being in our family.

Age (general or specific) 40-something?

Occupation: computer support unless the tests tell me I should be doing something else.

Favourite bike: don't know enough to have one

What's in your stable? Canondale Adventure 500

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 26kph crossing the Burrard St. bridge on the descent, if my cateye can be trusted. Oops, I mean 15kph as per the speed limit.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? sorry, not at this time.

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: Can't remember. Short term memory works both ways.

Most memorable moment on my bike: Stopping to help another commuter tighten her handlebars. I'm sure I saved her life. :)

Most fun ever had on a bike? I'm not a real adventure person but riding handsfree around a number of street corners for the first time was kind of exhilerating.

I have a bunch of questions but will attempt to find the right forum for them. Woohoo!

[peachgirl]

Real name: classified

Where do you live?: St Louis, MO

Explanation of your handle: picked it up as a nickname on another forum.

Explanation of your avatar: My children drive me to drink :p

Age (general or specific) 41

Occupation: SAHM/aspiring freelance writer and designer

Favorite bike: The only one I have

What's in your stable? Trek Navigator

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when?: I only have a MTB...and until fairly recently my riding partner had training wheels, so not very fast...:rolleyes:

Another picture of yourself or your ride? working on it

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: Today? :D

Most memorable moment on my bike: working towards one I suppose. I'm a big ol' newbie...:o

Most fun ever had on a bike? "racing" with my sons

[Jammin]

Real name: Jaimee

Where do you live? Boulder, CO

Explanation of your handle: I had a red sled when I was 10 and I put stickers on it that said 'Jammin Jaimee's Red Sled' ...... I've always thought of that title

Explanation of your avatar: Is that my photo?

Age (general or specific) 30

Occupation: I appraise office and industrial properties for banks, I also manage my husband's business

Favorite bike: I am eyeball-ing the Santa Cruz Juliana

What's in your stable? I really do have a barn where I store my bikes! I have a Specialized Allez and and old Schwinn S40

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? Not sure how fast, but I was going downhill!

Another picture of yourself or your ride? My favorite pic is on Steamboat Mtn, but don't have it in electronic form.....it was taken before the days of digital cameras

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I took a photo of a photo in sixth grade and got an award for my creativity.....I never told anyone that I actually took a picture of another photograph

Most memorable moment on my bike: Riding down a large hill with by bike trailer and extremely afraid of crashing with my two year old in tow

Most fun ever had on a bike? I love pushing myself uphill

[KristenT]

Real name: Kristen

Where do you live? Portland, OR

Explanation of your handle: First name, last initial

Explanation of your avatar: my rally car at an event I was having quite a lot of fun... the full picture is approaching a sweeper left, and I was definitely going too fast! Made it through, though, with lots of giggling.

Age (general or specific) 35

Occupation: Senior Payroll Specialist

Favorite bike: my Schwinn commuter and my Trek rec road bike

What's in your stable? 2006 Schwinn Supersport GS (flat bar road bike-- super commuter!) and 2008 Trek WSD 2.3 (my first "real" road bike-- super flyer!)

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 41mph, downhill near the end of the Bridge Pedal last year. Whoa-fast!

Another picture of yourself or your ride? I think there may be one or two posted on the Fat Cyclist.com flickr group... I know there's some from the Bridge Pedal but I don't have them hosted anywhere.

Most memorable moment on my bike: Riding with my BF on the Vineride in 2007-- he did the 100, I did the 67-mile route; after the two routes diverged, I forged on alone to the next rest stop to wait for him. That 15-mile stretch of road was quite awesome! And then the rest of the ride after he got done with the extra 30-mile loop, that was great. He cheered me up the last three hills. What a great guy!

Most fun I've ever had on my bike: any day I get to ride!

[Chicken Little]

Real name: Susan
Where do you live? Abq, NM

Explanation of your handle: Paranoia related to all mechanical malfunctions
Explanation of avatar: Best and last greyhound we had- Zippy
Age: 45
Occupation: Trauma Nurse
Favorite bike: Dahon folder
What's in the stable: Iron Horse 5.0, Honda VFR800 FI
Most Memorable and Fun Moment on a bike: Riding with my friends along the ditch in the late evening, end of summer. I was 12 again.

[JLMitchell]

Real name: Jan

Where do you live? Outside of Memphis, TN

Explanation of your handle: First initial, middle initial, last name

Explanation of your avatar: I don't have one, but I may throw my bike up there.

Age (general or specific): Twenties

Occupation: Student, teacher at a rehab

Favorite bike: I dunno, I'm a noob. Every time I go to my not-so LBS, I want them all, even the few fixed-gear ones that I would probably kill myself on.

What's in your stable? I just traded-in my mountain bike toward payment on my first road bike. Here's the old one:
http://img261.imageshack.us/img261/7885/img2082va1.jpg.
A used 56 cm Giant Chinook, probably from the early 90s. It was nice, but it was horrible for staying with the pack on long and hilly group rides. Pissed me off. Plus, after I arrived all sweaty, the others (looking as fresh as daisies) would ask me how my knobby tires were working for me, and if I got enough of a workout. After less than a month, I made the switch.
http://img133.imageshack.us/img133/7042/img3569dh8.jpg
The new one is a used 56 cm Raleigh R800 pro, 2000 model. Got an insane deal on it and I'm pretty stoked. There were clipless pedals on it, but they were replaced with "normal" ones. I'm pretty sure I'm going to change the seat; it was painful. The LBS people were telling me about all the other cool stuff on it, but since I had no idea what they were talking about, I was especially impressed with how light it is compared to my old bike. It blew my mind, I didn't know bikes could be that light. And it's really flashy, but I hope I use it to its potential.

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? No idea, probably something stupid like 20 mph downhill. But I like to go fast, so we'll see.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? None other than the one above. Plus, I'm a pro at dodging photo ops. I'm always the one behind the camera.

What is the biggest lie you've ever told? I dunno, but there have been some whoppers.

Most memorable moment on my bike: Riding with a group for the first time was pretty cool.

Most fun I've ever had on my bike: So far any time I'm riding is fun (after the initial butt pain period.)

[lovelylibrarian]

Real name: Karen
Where do you live? San Francisco for the last year but I'm from New York.

Explanation of your handle: I'm a librarian by training but I do different types of work now. I am still lovely though.

Explanation of your avatar: I just love this picture. It's from a company that makes clothes FOR chickens.

Age (general or specific) 37

Occupation: Information Manager

Favorite bike: Not sure yet...

What's in your stable? K2 hybrid/ commuter and Ironhorse Warrior MTN bike

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? Maybe around 30 on my hybrid with the basket on the back.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? Will try to get some soon.

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: Hmm, that's a tough one. Funniest lie was not telling my mom when my pet snake escaped (several years ago when I was living at home) and making up an excuse for my scream of shock when I found it a few days later in my underwear drawer.

Most memorable moment on my bike: Getting the hang of clipless pedals on my MTN bike.

Most fun ever had on a bike? Riding back downhill after many many miles uphill on my MTN bike. Really enjoying the scenery.

[berkeley]

Real name: Call me anything, just don't call me late for dinner
Where do you live? Eastern CT

Explanation of your handle: My dog's name, one of my favorite cities.

Explanation of your avatar: It's a greyhound!

Age (general or specific) 30s

Occupation: Consultant

Favorite bike: Don't have a favorite yet, but my current bike is fun to ride.

What's in your stable? 2008 Giant FCR (current bike) and circa 1998 GT mtn bike and an out of commission 1990 Univega Activa.

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? No idea.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? Here's my bike:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v248/erp2005/bike003.jpg


What is the biggest lie you've ever told: "It's not you, it's me."

Most memorable moment on my bike: Commuting to work and biking through the 'hood in Oakland.

Most fun ever had on a bike? Riding on the back of my dad's Harley... oh wait, you meant bicycle... :p

[Mom09]

Real name: Roxanne
Where do you live? Currently in Papillion, Nebraska

Explanation of your handle: I have nine children.

Explanation of your avatar: I haven't picked one yet.

Age (general or specific) 42

Occupation: Stay-at-home mom (mostly), also in the Air National Guard

Favorite bike: Co-Motion Nor'Wester touring bicycle

What's in your stable? The aforementioned Co-Motion

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? About 29 mph--I'd have to look it up--going downhill during a training ride in 2006.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? I never get pictures of myself.

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: "My bike didn't cost THAT much, honey!"

Most memorable moment on my bike: Riding along a bike trail on Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi, while I was seven months pregnant. It felt so good to be able to ride even while I was fighting my baby's feet (which kept poking into my ribs).

Most fun ever had on a bike? Every ride is fun!

[smile4menow222]

Real name: Kathleen

Where do you live? Parker, Colorado

Explanation of your handle: I am always smiling...

Explanation of your avatar: avatar??....you mean I could have an avatar??

Age (general or specific) Just turned 46!!! I love getting older... well, not what my skin is doing, but knowing I have "been there, done that!" What is up with that weird looking type of new skin I am aquiring?????? You know what I mean... thin and ????

Occupation: Barista... Starbucks...

Favorite bike: dunno... love the one I have... ex hubby left and I ended up in a bike store about 3 days later buying this "custom" road bike... it's a Raleigh with a carbon frame... other than that, I would have to go look at it and tell ya more...

all I know is, I go fast!!!! tee, hee...

What's in your stable? Trek Navigator 200 2004

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? Just got a spedometer thingie for my birthday... wireless CAT EYE... I also hit 28.5, riding on the road yesterday!!!

Another picture of yourself or your ride? I don't think I have one...

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I like this statement... copying it...
I can't remember, which means I've either told too many, or I don't lie! (I'll let ya'll pick!)

Most memorable moment on my bike: A couple of weeks ago, I took off when a storm was going on all around me. In Colorado, you can see the most amazing storms in the distance or over the mountains and not be in it. It was awesome. A nice feel in the air and no one on the trails ridin'...

Most fun ever had on a bike? When I can zip past those thin, tall guys all decked out in their riding gear. Sometimes, I look like I just got out of the nearest thrift store. I just throw on whatever and go off riding...

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[bunnydodger]

Real name: Laurie

Where do you live? Parker, CO

Explanation of your handle: When I commute to work very early in the morning, I am dodging bunnies all along the bike path! It's also the name of my road bike.

Age (general or specific) 47

Occupation: PC Hardware/Software Purchasing

Favorite bike: Both my bikes!

What's in your stable? Specialized Dolce Elite 2008, Cannondale F7 hardtail – 2008

Fastest speed on a road bike? 32 mph and scared to death!

Most memorable moment on my bike: So far, participating in my first cycle event this year – Elephant Rock 32 miler

Most fun ever had on a bike? Every time I have the chance to ride my bike is a whole lot of fun to me.

[jesvetmed]

Summer seems to be bringing a lot of new faces our way!
Welcome to everyone!
Jes

[z28cat]

Real name: Donna

Where do you live? Denton, TX

Explanation of your handle: I love my cats and my Z28. My life is expanding since the creation of this handle, however...:)

Explanation of your avatar:

Age (general or specific) 50

Occupation: Coach/trainer

Favorite bike: My first orange Schwinn Stingray with a banana seat

What's in your stable? Orbea Opal, Guerciotti, Benotto, Rossin and a Balance ATB.

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 50 MPH + in the mountains outside of Colorado Springs, in the late 80's. Wouldn't do that now.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? Can't figure out how to add one here.

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: That I rode 50 MPH + in the mountains outside Colorado Springs in the late 80's. Now that I think about it, I'm wondering if I have been exaggerating all these years. I DO recall passing all the cars however!

Most memorable moment on my bike: Sounds cliche, but each ride brings some new memory to my life. I LOVE the feeling after, the challenges during and the interesting things you see and that happen along the way. MOST memorable is the completion of my first (and only) 200 mile ride, virtually non-stop.

Most fun ever had on a bike? Riding the incredible hills in Talihena OK towards Mena Arkansas. There is NOTHING like those climbs and descents!

[Tabby]

Real name: PJ
Where do you live? Westerville, Ohio

Explanation of your handle: Tabby was my cat, confidant and best friend. She's been gone now for several years. My sons and I buried her in the garden under the bleeding heart plant, Tabby loved to walk in my flowerbed. Jimmy Buffet was playing an outdoor concert couple miles from the house, and we could hear the music. Befitting her personality, Tabby was buried to Jimmy Buffet.

Explanation of your avatar: My nemisis boardwalks and bridges. Did a great mtb women's clinic in Michigan .... got past my fear!

Age - 53 til next week.

Occupation: Office Manager

Favorite bike: 2008 Trek 6000

What's in your stable? 2008 Trek 6000

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? I'm pretty new to riding and don't ride road.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? I attached one...where is it?

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: Have I told one?

Most memorable moment on my bike: I've only been riding since end of April. Boardwalks/bridges kinda freak me out for some reason and on my 4th ride, I went off the side of a low boardwalk ... onto a log and cracked a rib. All is good now, back on the bike and have gotten past most of my boardwalk fear. Yeah, me!!

Most fun ever had on a bike? I love riding thru creek crossings and over log piles ... just plain fun!!!

[arielmoon]

Real name: Jennifer

Where do you live? Ocala FL

Explanation of your handle: Uh... I like Ariel and I am a moon child?

Explanation of your avatar: That's me.

Age (general or specific) I'll be 40 on wed the 16th of July.

Occupation: Equine Administrator on a large thoroughbred farm

Favorite bike: I like my BF's madone but I have no reference really, I have only ridden two bikes.

What's in your stable? BF's Trek 2300 not sure what year

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 35mph a few weeks ago coming down a hill on HWY 27 in Ocala. It was fun but there was some gravel so I didn't try for more.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? I dont have a pic of me and the bike yet.

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I dont lie... EVER. (*hee*)
Most memorable moment on my bike: I saw a deer last week while riding on the farm where I work. That was pretty cool.

Most fun ever had on a bike? I just started riding a few months ago and to me every ride is fun. I am enjoying getting stronger and more fit. I did a charity ride about a month ago and some experienced riders/ racers told me that I should be racing. I was pretty flattered.

[beccaB]

Real name: Becky

Where do you live? Jackson, MI

Explanation of your handle: My husband calls me that

Explanation of your avatar: It's from the start of a very hilly ride with hairpin turns that goes 20 miles from Cross village, to Harbor Springs, MI

Age (general or specific) 46, the same age as Chris Chelios.(Red Wings defenseman)

Occupation: School bus driver

Favorite bike: Trek 7.3 FX, the only one I'm riding now, but would like to graduate to a faster road bike someday when I heal from some injuries.

What's in your stable? see above

Fastest speed on a road bike? 31.7

Another picture of yourself or your ride? I haven't had a chance to take a camera with me very often, but probably will when the dh and I do "one helluva ride" on Saturday, the 63 miler.

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I may have stretched the truth a little on occasion.

Most memorable moment on my bike: The baby fawn I had to stop for a few weeks ago.

Most fun ever had on a bike? Riding around a lake in Colorado when my husband was running, training for a triathlon. That was before I was riding seriously, but the place was absolutely beautiful, and there were elk nearby.
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[aer]

Real name: Abbie

Where do you live? Chattanooga, TN

Explanation of your handle: Those are my initials, and "aer" in ancient Greek means "air, mist, vapor". For Anaximines, it was the essential element of the universe that dispersed or compressed made up all things. Cool! (See "occupation" for explanation of why I would think that is cool.)

Explanation of your avatar: That sounds technical. Maybe I will get one of my students to get me one.

Age (general or specific) 32

Occupation: Teacher (Classics, Philosophy) and coach

Favorite bike: I don't want to play favorites, it might hurt their feelings.

What's in your stable? Trek 6500, IF Steel Deluxe

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? Currently I do not have a road bike.

Another picture of yourself or your ride?

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I'm not scared!

Most memorable moment on my bike: When I was in college, I rode my bike to our practice fields every weekday. It was a straight road through a valley, one mile downhill and one mile up, always a little breezy despite being closed in by old sugar maple trees. I loved watching the trees change as the seasons passed. Those daily (short) rides were not challenging or anything, they just made a lasting impression of that time in my life.

Most fun ever had on a bike? About 10 years ago I rode with a group of 9th graders near Bravard, NC - super fun climbs over big boulder-like slabs, nice weather, downhill singletrack that was just challenging enough (i.e. pretty easy). Since there was a more experienced guide, my only job was to make sure the kids had fun and enjoy the day! Nice. That was a fun place to ride, and a fun place to introduce some kids to biking in the woods.:)

[Paradox]

Real name: Jennifer
Where do you live? Colorado
Explanation of your handle: just a word
Explanation of your avatar: I like kitties :)
Age: 34
Occupation: Finance
Favorite bike: I only have one
What's in your stable? Giant XTC
Fastest speed on a road bike? never rode a road bike
Another picture of yourself or your ride? nope
What is the biggest lie you've ever told: not sure
Most memorable moment on my bike: when I flipped over my bars, luckily just a few scrapes and bruises
Most fun ever had on a bike? coasting downhill on smooth singletrack :D

[sfa]

Real name: Sarah

Where do you live? suburbs of Baltimore, Maryland

Explanation of your handle: My initials. Original, huh?

Explanation of your avatar: It's a picture of Altun Ha, some Mayan ruins in Belize. It was the only picture on my harddrive at work that WASN'T my kids.

Age (general or specific) 39

Occupation: Grants office coordinator at a college

Favorite bike: I'm sure there are many nicer ones out there that I'd love just as much, but I have a long term, stable and faithful relationship with my Miyata 600 touring bike.

What's in your stable? Just the Miyata. I shopped around for a newer/better bike for a couple of months, looking for a good commuter, and I kept coming back to touring bikes. So instead of spending a lot of money on something new, I spent a little money to get the Miyata back on the road.

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 53 m.p.h. going down a long strait stretch with a respectable grade in the pouring rain with my bike fully loaded for long distance traveling. This was in northern Italy 17 years ago and even at the time it scared me when I realized that the speed wasn't really a problem, but stopping might be. I don't think I'd attempt that these days!

Another picture of yourself or your ride? The original catalog page for my bike. Not much has changed since I bought her, except new handlebars and tires: http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v126/Sarahfran/Miyata600GT.jpg

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: The biggest? I can't remember. I tend to stick to small lies. The lie I really remember is telling my mother that I was starring in a class play when I was in second grade. There was no play and if there had been I'm pretty sure I wouldn't have gotten a lead role. I don't know why this one continues to haunt me.

Most memorable moment on my bike: This is a silly one, but there's one hill near where my parents live that was always my nemesis, starting from when I was nine years old and allowed to venture out of my immediate neighborhood. I couldn't get up this hill for anything, not in my first heavy single speed bike or in my next fancy ten speed or in my Miyata when I was training to go touring. I'd always end up walking. Then I spent most of 12 months touring and the day after I got back I woke up early (jet lag) and went out on my bike to make sure it survived the flight home. And I got up the hill without even slowing down.

Most fun ever had on a bike? Can I count every day I was touring? Every morning I'd wake up and think that there was nothing else in the world I'd rather be doing right then. Second most fun was teaching my daughter to ride.

Sarah

[squidgy]

Real name: Katie
Where do you live? Cornwall, UK

Explanation of your handle: Trail name from my 1997 Appalachian Trail Thru-hike...easy to remember...it suits me.

Explanation of your avatar: not got one. Give me a chance. only signed up a minute ago

Age (general or specific) 31

Occupation: Print lecturer...way too much fun to be classed as a real job!

Favorite bike: ?? don't know enough about bikes yet...

What's in your stable? Thorn Raven Tour

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? I'm a scardy cat...I like to go slow and steady


What is the biggest lie you've ever told: hmmmm


Most memorable moment on my bike: usually the most recent crash..

Most fun ever had on a bike? These questions are hard...I don't know...every time I go for a ride???

[HillSlugger]

Welcome to all the recent new members!

Katie, what's a "print lecturer"?

[teigyr]

Welcome everyone :D

Tabby, bridges scare me too. Even if they are caged (or have a fence around them). I don't know why!!! I'm working on it. I think you're doing great!

[NoNo]

150+ posts and I'm just getting around to this!

Real name: Annette

Where do you live? Branford, CT

Explanation of your handle: One day in high school chem, my friend spun around in his seat and said "I'm going to start calling you 'No No'. You just look like one!" I assume it has something to do with No No Nanette, but who knows?

Explanation of your avatar: Oooh, why haven't I done that yet?

Age (general or specific) 27

Occupation: GIS Analyst. In normal-speak, I make maps. Yes, I did get a degree in cartography, I'm a dork like that.

Favorite bike: Cervellos give me that "OOOOOOH!!" feeling.

What's in your stable? 2004 Specialized Hardrock Sport and 2006 Specialized Dolce Elite

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? I think I hit 42 or so down a hill during my first metric last fall. It was shortly after I bought the Dolce, and I had no clue I could go that fast on a bike. I liked it:D

Another picture of yourself or your ride? If I must...
http://images36.fotki.com/v1204/photos/1/1092760/6303433/IMG_9009-vi.jpg

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: Nothing comes to mind, really. Oh, wait. One day walking home from elementary school two boys decided to have a jumping contest out of the tree in my front yard. It got to my friend's turn and he immediately grabbed his arm and started screaming when he hit the ground. He went running home and when I walked inside my mom asked why he was crying. I just said "I don't know" and went to my room. The next day he came in with a broken wrist and when the teacher asked how he did it, he just said "I tripped and fell on the sidewalk" and gave me a look like "I'm not telling, either". I always felt bad about that.

Most memorable moment on my bike: I think it's yet to come, we're looking at biking in Tuscany next year:) So far, finishing my first metric was very cool, I never knew I could push myself like that.

Most fun ever had on a bike? When I used to ride my mountain bike, it was always enjoyable getting all mucked up. I never worried about speed or cadence, it was just fun playing on the trails. On the roadie, I've greatly enjoyed exploring the town I moved to last year. Riding along the water and looking at the gorgeous houses and scenery, and just getting to really enjoy my surroundings and explore is great fun to me.

[BlueVet11]

Where do you live? Georgia

Explanation of your handle: Blue - I have a Blue roadbike and its my favorite color, Vet11- I'lll be graduating veterinary school in 2011

Explanation of your avatar: dont' have one yet!

Age (general or specific) 25

Occupation: Student

Favorite bike: I like my Blue

What's in your stable? Blue RC4 roadie and a KHS mtb

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? not sure, im still pretty slow and don't have a computer, I'll have to ask DH, he'd know!

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I don't really remember! Sorry, I'm no fun!

Most memorable moment on my bike: When it all finally clicked, and I enjoyed my bike. It was only a 6 mile ride, but I got bit by the bug that day!

Most fun ever had on a bike? I think last week when we were out on a new trail, totally lost and it started pouring, lightening, thundering. I am usually pretty slow on the mtb but we found some bikers that knew their way and I didn't want to lose them. So I rode my butt off and had so much fun riding in the rain/mud on a technical trail (I know, shouldnt be on the trail in the mud but we didnt know it was going to rain, we were trying to get out!)

[tuckerbrown]

Real name: Gina

Where do you live? Millersville, Pa

Explanation of your handle: My dog's name.

Explanation of your avatar: My son's dog- Sweet Pea.

Age (general or specific) 47

Occupation: Mortgage Sales Manager

Favorite bike: Just got a Trek Pilot.

What's in your stable? Trek Pilot and Specialized mountain bike.

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 25, near my home.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? Will try to get some soon.

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: Not into lies!

Most memorable moment on my bike: Last night. I was so excited about getting 300 miles on my bike since I got it, then I fell. Could not get out of the clipless pedals. It hurt pretty good.

Most fun ever had on a bike? I live in the river hills and it is so pretty. Just being outside.

[BBsw]

Real name: Bridgett

Where do you live? Albuquerque, New Mexico

Explanation of your handle: Initials and I live in the great, unbeatable South West!

Explanation of your avatar: Daisy is my little, sweet mutt. I am truly trying to be the person my dog thinks I am.

Age (general or specific): 37

Occupation: architectural drafter

Favorite bike: Hum...I really haven't found a favorite one yet.

What's in your stable? Old Bianchi Nyala

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I love you

Most memorable moment on my bike: My first trail ride in the foothills of the Sandias many years ago.

Most fun ever had on a bike? Riding along the coastal trail in Anchorage, Alaska! Went the Anchorage to work for a couple of months and I took my bike with me. Rode it everywhere around Anchorage.

[Maybell]

Real Name: April

Where do you live? Warren, OH

Explanation of your handle: My gf and I used to use "code names" if we were getting some unwanted male attention. When she called me Mabel, I knew she ("Agnes") needed rescued immediately! And since quite a large number of people over the years have come up with the "original" idea to call me April May, I combined the two. Ironically, my son made up my first screen name, Mabell, without knowing any of this.

Explanation of your avatar: I'm working on it, but even when I make the pixel size small enough, the file size is still too big. I'm going to try to take a picture with the camera set at a lower resolution to see if that helps. Any other advice?

Age (general or specific): 42 (generally, ...sometimes I'm younger :))

Occupation: Engineer

Favorite bike: Yamaha VMAX, but only as a passenger

What's in your stable? Trek 7300 hybrid; Trek WSD 4.5 road bike (Da*n salesman, there goes the $$$ for my next vacation)

Fastest speed on a road bike? So far only 24.5 on the bike trail. I'm working on that one too.

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: Sorry, can't share that one or it might get out! Here's a cycling-related lie I told, though. I didn't want my family to know that I met my ex-fiancee at BW3. Instead, my cousin told me to say that we met when I was riding my bike and he stopped to fix my flat tire. Hmmm, now that I'm actually riding a bike, this could really happen... thereby cancelling out the lie?

Most memorable moment on my bike: Nothing really special yet, but one of the bike trails we ride on goes right by a farm. We stopped to take a picture by the pasture with cows in the background when all of a sudden all 50+ of them came running over and lined up right behind us at the fence to be in the picture with us.

Most fun ever had on a bike? I'm still working on this one too. So far, it was our group ride at Peninsula, where we planned to take a train northbound with our bikes, and then get off and ride the bikes back to where we parked. Only as we were about halfway there on the train, it started pouring down rain. We debated just taking the train back, but the rain slowed down and we decided to go for it. I never imagined it would be fun riding in the rain, but even though we were covered with mud when we made it back, we had a blast. Maybe my next bike will be a mountain bike...

[Grits]

Real name: Lori
Where do you live? NC

Explanation of your handle: GRITS = Girl Raised In The South

Explanation of your avatar: I admire people who have avatars.

Age (general or specific): 47

Occupation: Home/Mom, formerly medical sales

Favorite bike: ?? Don't know enough yet!

What's in your stable? Terry Classic and new Trek 2.1 WSD

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? Maybe 26mph? On a great long downhill near my house. Funny how we always manage to reverse the ride so we are going DOWN that hill!

Another picture of yourself or your ride? I'll get that when I get my avatar.


What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I'm fine! I'm ok. No problem. Just a scratch. Just keep going!


Most memorable moment on my bike: We do a ride through the country most Sat. mornings. A few times the timing has been just right and we hear the church bells from a little country church we go by.

Most fun ever had on a bike? I've done two Women Tours trips, one to Outer Banks and one to the Natchez Trace on the Mississippi. Both great fun!

[Blueberry]

Wow! Lots of new folks 'round here! Welcome all!!

Lori- There are a few of us in NC - I'm in Durham.

CA

[tulip]

Wow! Lots of new folks 'round here! Welcome all!!

Lori- There are a few of us in NC - I'm in Durham.

CA

And I'm in Durham alot (CA-August will be lots of Durham time, so I hope we can get together!)

[Grits]

Hi CA,

I live in Wake Forest. Just down the road from you! I see you are doing the MS 150 in New Bern, too! It's my first time doing it. Lori

[jaydee]

Real name: Julie

Where do you live? Canberra Australia. I have only just shifted here so it is all new and exciting at the moment.

Explanation of your handle: initials

Explanation of your avatar: haven't posted one yet but it will probably be a penguin or a black rose - don't ask me why, but they seem to have become my favourites over the years

Age (general or specific): 52 in November

Occupation: secondary teacher - English

Favorite bike: that's still to come - am looking at the moment

What's in your stable? elderly and el cheapo mtb

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: too many to choose from:confused:

Most memorable moment on my bike: when I realized I could ride the whole way around the lake without expiring

Most fun ever had on a bike? Years ago when I was teaching my daughter aged about 5 (now 22)that it was okay to ride through the puddles. We both ended up soaked and covered in mud, laughing the whole time.

[crazycanuck]

Hey JD! *wave from perth* :)

Are you one of the cool folk that ride in the Canberra winters? I see you just moved there so perhaps not..

You've got some great Mtn biking near you!!!

[jaydee]

[QUOTE=crazycanuck;344036]Hey JD! *wave from perth* :)

Are you one of the cool folk that ride in the Canberra winters? I see you just moved there so perhaps not..

Nice to meet you Crazycanuck - This is my first winter here and I have been tackling some early morning frosties - it is great fun although it takes me so long to get dressed with my layers of warm clothes. Shifted down here from Qld so it is really exciting to actually have a winter.

[tennisgirl43]

Hi everyone! I figured this would be the best way to introduce myself, since I just joined the forum.

Where do you live? Georgia

Explanation of your handle: Tennis is my passion! and I'm 43.

Explanation of your avatar: don't have one yet!

Age (general or specific) 43

Occupation: Exercise Physiologist Intern - til I graduate on July 30! Then hopefully, EP full time!

Favorite bike: Specialized Dolce

What's in your stable? Specialized Dolce & Trek Navigator 100

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? Hmm - I don't have a computer on my road bike yet (I've just had it 3 weeks). But pretty darn fast, I'd say! lol! I've been up to 31 on my Trek, going downhill and pedaling like mad!

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: Well, heck, I'm not gonna tell that!! I'd rat myself out!

Most memorable moment on my bike: 52 mile ride from Cedartown, GA to Piedmont, AL on the Silver Comet Trail/Chief Ladiga Trail - that's the longest I've ever ridden (so far)

Most fun ever had on a bike? Honestly, all the time I spent on a bike as a kid, riding in parking lots, on sidewalks, on the road, on trails.

BTW - nice to meet you all!! :)

[IFjane]

Nice to meet you, too, tennisgirl43! And everyone else. It has been a long time since I dropped in to welcome folks. Enjoy - this is a great forum with great people!

[carol]

Real name: Carol

Where do you live? San Mateo, CA

Explanation of your avatar: I've been pulling my kids around behind this old Scwhinn for the past 8 years.

Occupation: textile design

Favorite bike: trying to figure that out...

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: hmmm... ;-)

Most memorable moment on my bike: I used to ride all over when I was younger and always loved that sense of freedom. I want find that feeling again, hence my decision to get a road bike. Now that my youngest is starting preschool in the fall, I should have some solid time to dedicate.

I'm finding some great information on this forum so far. Thanks!

[Blueberry]

Hi CA,

I live in Wake Forest. Just down the road from you! I see you are doing the MS 150 in New Bern, too! It's my first time doing it. Lori

Very cool! The New Bern MS Ride is a great one - very well supported, and loads of fun - plus a great cause. I'm riding on Team Tortoise, and you're welcome to hook up with us if you don't already have a team:)

tulip - Definitely. We're out of town part of the month, but will otherwise be 'round.

CA

[joannes9900]

Real name: Joanne

Where do you live? Roseburg, Or

Explanation of your avatar: don't think I have one yet

Occupation: Stay At Home Mom of 5

Favorite bike: my new Lemond Alpe D'Huez

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: not sure....

Most memorable moment on my bike: From now, I peddled to the top of a hill on my road bike that I had to walk up on my hybrid. From when I was younger, I used to ride everywhere! I remember when a 10 mile ride was nothing to me, now 3 miles and I am exhausted.

[IFjane]

Welcome everyone, and especially Joanne - one day soon you will look at yourself and realize you regularly ride much further than three miles. Keep at it - it will come and you will never look back!

Hang in there and keep us posted on your progress. -jane

[Historikerin]

Hello, I am new, and I guess this is the place where people introduce themselves... I am fairly new in cycling, but have great ambitions for the near future. I look forward to find practical informations and tips.

Where do you live? Montreal, Canada

Explanation of your avatar: Have not got one yet.

Age (general or specific) In the 20s

Occupation: Student

Favorite bike: Specialized Tarmac

What's in your stable? Lemond Étape 2008, and an old Norco to go to work/univerity

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 38.6 km/h on a bike path a few days ago

Most memorable moment on my bike: When I got to US borders in July 2008; the furthest I had ever gone (around 60km)

Most fun ever had on a bike? Every time I overtake another cyclist.

See you around!
Cheers,
Historikerin

[Kvixen23]

I have been riding since August of 2007 and I love it!!

My real name: Krista

Where do you live? Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Explanation of your avatar: It should be a pic of myself (middle), my husband, and our good friend and biking buddy, Christy

Age (general or specific): 27

Occupation: Early Head Start Teacher (My classroom has kids from age 0 - 3 years!!)

Favorite bike: My Scott Contessa

What's in your stable? A freebie Yukon Giant MTB

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 38 mph, going downhill, a couple of months ago during a supported ride

Most memorable moment on my bike: Watching my husband wreck. His head (with helmet!!) bounced off the road. It made me sick to see. He was alright though and even finished the ride. After that, he bought a newer, more expensive helmet, and continues to ride!!

Most fun ever had on a bike? It's always fun to ride.....

[melissad]

I've been "stalking" this forum for awhile but finally decided to register and start posting! I'm new to biking, mainly because I found my perfect bike!

Real name: Melissa

Where do you live? San Diego, CA

Explanation of your handle: My first name and last name initial...I know, I'm boring.

Explanation of your avatar: Don't have one yet...

Age (general or specific): 27

Occupation: Statistician

Favorite bike: my Seven and DH's Calfee

What's in your stable? Seven Axiom (steel), DH's Calfee Tetra Pro, DH's Trek Mtn Bike

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? My fastest so far is probably 25 mph? Definitely going downhill, but I'm too scared to look down and see the speed on my computer

Another picture of yourself or your ride? I may make a new thread to post my new bike :)

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: Don't remember...

Most memorable moment on my bike: Riding with DH and passing him on a hill...granted he was going slow to wait for me but still!

Most fun ever had on a bike? I've only been riding for a month or so, so it's all fun :)

[Grog]

Warm welcome to everyone! We all hope to see/read more of you!

[dreameire]

I just started reading some of these postings the other day, and decided to join!

Real name: Pam

Where do you live? Rockford, IL

Explanation of your handle: I dream of living in Ireland

Explanation of your avatar: Don't have one yet...

Age (general or specific): 41

Occupation: Purchasing

Favorite bike: my Gary Fisher

What's in your stable? Gary Fisher Zebrano

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? My fastest so far is probably 25 mph? Definitely going downhill, my bike is sort of a hybrid-hybrid, meaning bought it as a hybrid, and added a road bike seat, aero bars, etc.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? Don't have one at the moment...

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: Don't remember...

Most memorable moment on my bike: Passing several road bike riders in my last triathlon, with ease I might add....

Most fun ever had on a bike? riding with my Dad on his tricked-out new Schwinn....he's almost 70, and not in real good shape, but he did very well, up hills, rough terrain...

[brigitte]

Real name: Brigitte
Where do you live? Santa Cruz, California

Explanation of your handle: My first name
Explanation of your avatar: It's me on a bike with a big happy face

Age (general or specific) 43

Occupation: Staff Developer and nurse in a sub acute hospital

Favorite bike: I love all four for what they do, but if I would have to choose it would be my Santa Cruz, Superlite named "Pip" (she is orange and it is short for Pippi Longstocking)

What's in your stable? as stated above, Milly=Santa Cruz Cirrus Xcountry for on the road, Townie and Crusty both cruiser bikes for schlepping groceries and such.

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? August of '04, close to 50 MPH, On a tandem on Bonny Doon Road out of Santa Cruz with views of the Pacific.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? 'Gotta get around to it

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: Funny, I don't lie - though for a while I did have my youngest daughter convinced that there reeealy, reeeally was a Santa Claus.

Most memorable moment on my bike: When I had just gotten into riding and did not think I could do it. My sweetie took me out to Marin. A road ride around Tomales Bay late in the afternoon, that ended in Point Reyes and dinner was wonderful. I have to say that being smitten helped!

Most fun ever had on a bike? The hiking / biking trail on the Dechuttes river in Bend, Oregon. 5 Hours of pure fun in spectacular scenery.

[ridenread]

Real name: Lauren
Where do you live? Southeastern MA

Explanation of your handle: My two favorite things to do (not at the same time)
Explanation of your avatar: need to get one

Age (general or specific) 45

Occupation: Pediatric OT

Favorite bike: My current KHS Flite 300

What's in your stable? KHS Flite 300, Specialized Crossroads, Specialized rock hopper

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 33mph heading down on a hill on one of my first rides with the new bike

Another picture of yourself or your ride? need to get over being camera shy

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I really can't think of any

Most memorable moment on my bike: The first time I rode 25 miles last month. I have not ridden in years and ws so happy that I could manage 25 miles including what I thought were some good hills

Most fun ever had on a bike? every time I feel that I am getting faster and stronger. I am loving this

[jckid]

Hi! Just registered yesterday!

Real name: Don't like to post on Internet--guess I'm funny! :rolleyes:

Where do you live? CA

Explanation of your handle: First two letters are my initials, and the "kid" part comes from my husband saying I'm no bigger than a kid. I'm actually 5'4", so really about average height.

Explanation of your avatar: None yet!

Age: 30's

Occupation: Executive Assistant

Favorite bike: My Moots YBB and Bike Friday Pocket Rocket Pro

What's in your stable? Same as above ;)

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 55mph (downhill obviously!)--Several times, several locations, but I don't go that fast anymore! I was fearless in my late teens and 20's!

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I have been told a couple of times that I'm TOO honest!

Most memorable moment on my bike: Completing my first century

Most fun ever had on a bike? Either the summer I spent riding near Estes Park, Colorado, or a short tour I did in the Sierras.

[Dessertlady]

Real name: Kristen
Where do you live? Honolulu, HI for the time being

Explanation of your handle: I love to bake and always volunteer to bring dessert to any and every gathering. Friends in VA gave it to me.

Explanation of your avatar: Our newest four legged friend

Age (general or specific) 42

Occupation: Army wife, stay at home mom, sometime culinary student

Favorite bike: My new Scott Contessa Speedster 2008.

What's in your stable? Jamis Tangier 1994(?) and Scott Contessa Speedster 2008

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? don't know

Another picture of yourself or your ride? The kids and I just got our new bikes, pic's are coming.


What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I've mentally blocked those.

Most memorable moment on my bike: DH is an avid cyclist, so right now, just being able to go ride with him anytime is great.

Most fun ever had on a bike? Hmm, don't know.

[squirrell]

Real name: Jan
Where do you live? Eastern Shore of VA

Explanation of your handle: Like squirrels!

Explanation of your avatar: my bike at the head of the VA Creeper Trail

Age (general or specific) 45

What's in your stable? Raleigh Hybrid but getting a road bike soon!

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? Not on road bike but on my Hybrid--34mph downhill in Blackstone, VA

Another picture of yourself or your ride? Coming soon

Most memorable moment on my bike: My first 50 mile milestone! Riding the VA Creeper Trail downhill with DH

Most fun ever had on a bike? VA. Creeper Trail

[Ritamarie]

Real name: Rita Marie

Where do you live? Glen Rock, Pennsylvania

Explanation of your handle: My name.

Explanation of your avatar: Don't have one yet, but since I don't have a pic of my on my bike, it will probably be me on a horse!

Age (general or specific) 47

Occupation: General Manager; Sailing School

Favorite bike: Currently shopping for my favorite bike

What's in your stable? Two Morgan dressage horses. Oh yes, there about 10 bikes in there too for our family of four.

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? Most likely descending from the town of Ronzo in Italy. It took us 6 hours to climb to Ronzo (see below). Fifteen minutes to descend. Wore out a pair of brake pads on the way down!

Another picture of yourself or your ride? I'll have to work on this.

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: To my husband: "I've got a budget of $2K for my next bike" (as I'm looking at $4K bikes.)

Most memorable moment on my bike: Road bike wreck in August 2006.

Most fun ever had on a bike? My Honeymoon -- two + weeks of touring France and Italy in September 1990.

[kenyonchris]

Real name: Christina
Where do you live? Argyle, Texas

Explanation of your handle: It is the username I always use. I can remember it. It WAS my last name (Kenyon) before I remarried.

Age (general or specific) Just turned 38

Occupation: Police Officer/ Professional horse trainer

Favorite bike: mine!

What's in your stable? Specialized Ruby Expert/ Trek 1600 (which I may sell)/ Specialized Rockhopper

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 35...going down a hill in the city where I work...

Another picture of yourself or your ride? Oh wow. I don't have one.

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I am a police officer! I don't lie! uh...well, I might fudge on how much something costs...

Most memorable moment on my bike: Riding in my first rally after I got back on the bike after a stroke.

Most fun ever had on a bike? what isn't fun?

[myarider]

Real name: Mya
Where do you live? Blenheim, Ontario

Explanation of your handle: I thought it sounded catchy

Explanation of your avatar: when I find one that suits me, I'll add it

Age (general or specific) 42

Occupation: Landscaper and mom to 3 great kids

Favorite bike: I am currently trying to decide between a Specialized Expert or Comp

What's in your stable? Trek Hybrid

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? I'll let you know once I buy my road bike with accessories and I'm actually able to read my speed. I mostly ride flat gravel roads with my Trek, so my speed isn't worth measuring.


What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I was honest with my husband when I told him the prices of the road bikes I'm considering, but I neglected to mentioned the accessories I'll need with it (is that a lie?)

Most memorable moment on my bike: In June this year, I visited friends in the Netherlands - they rented a bike for me, and we took a 2 day tour of small villages, city, and alongside the dikes. Incredible!! Since I got home, I've been biking the dutch way - packing my stuff onto my bike, and riding my bike into town (I live on a farm in the country - about 4 miles out). I ride this way to the gym 3 days a week. What an inspiration that tour in Holland was!

[crazycanuck]

you learn something everyday..

I didn't know there were two Blenheim's in the world..

Howdy!

[ASammy1]

Real name: Andrea
Where do you live? Virginia Beach

Explanation of your handle: It's a play on my name.

Explanation of your avatar: avatar??....you mean I could have an avatar??

Age (general or specific) 30 in 2 weeks!

Occupation: Manager

Favorite bike: Mine!!!

What's in your stable? soon to add my LeMond Tourmalet WSD, and my cheapo comfort/hybrid from Target. BFs bike too

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? have no idea

Another picture of yourself or your ride? No pics yet! I just put the deposit down yesterday!

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I have no idea...

Most memorable moment on my bike: Test riding the Tourmalet. It was like going from a beater to a Vette!!!

Most fun ever had on a bike? Putting my puppy in his basket and witnessing him experience the world!

[DebTX]

Real name: Debra
Where do you live? Austin, TX

Explanation of your handle: I'm over 40, gotta keep it simple

Age (general or specific) 48 is less than a month away

Occupation: Nurse Executive and Writer

Favorite bike: My new Scott Contessa CR1 Pro

What's in your stable? The Jamis hybrid I learned to ride on last year (now permanently attached to my indoor trainer,) and my new Scott Road Bike

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? Mid 30s, down any hill in Austin (they're everywhere!)

Another picture of yourself or your ride?

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: "Yes, honey, it was good for me too."

Most memorable moment on my bike: Finishing the LiveSTRONG challenge ride last year, 3 months after I learned to ride a bike. I cried crossing the finish line - and I mean really cried!

Most fun ever had on a bike? what isn't fun? Most fun? Hmmm...still learning so it still feels like work most of the time. What isn't fun? Chip and seal (?) road surfaces!

[GraysonKelly]

Real name: Kelly
Where do you live? Morgantown, WV

Explanation of your handle: I write online fiction as a hobby, this is my pseudonym...I just liked the name.

Age (general or specific) 30

Occupation: Nursing assistant and exercise physiologist

Favorite bike: I love mine, but I'm half way in love with the Surly Long Haul Trucker and the Cross Check

What's in your stable? Giant Rincon, bright red named Captain, Cappy for short.
Fastest speed on a road bike? where? Don't have a road bike yet, but I hit 28.7 on my mountain bike going down the rail trail from Masontown.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? Don't have one yet, but I'm hoping to soon.

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I'll plead the fifth on that one. I don't lie as a rule, but I've told a few over the years.

Most memorable moment on my bike: Good or bad? Good: The first time I rode 40 miles (20 miles up and 20 down thank goodness) Bad: Getting hit by a car and following trip to the hospital.
Most fun ever had on a bike? Jumped bike and all into the river after a very long ride. A little reckless but it felt great and I got some air too.

[luvmypwds]

Real name: Macy
Where do you live? Toronto, Canada

Explanation of your handle: I love my two Portuguese Water Dogs

Age (general or specific) mid-30s

Occupation: Dual career - finance (investment management) and also own my own photographer business (portraiture)

Favorite bike: I love my Pashley Princess Sovereign in emerald green - such a beautiful, classic bicycle!

What's in your stable? Pashley Princess Sovereign (for riding with my kids and small errands), Rivendell A. Homer Hilsen, Trek Madone 5.2 WSD but with Dura-Ace gruppo upgrade

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? I don't have one of those computer-thing-a-ma-jigs so I don't know.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? I make photographs of others but am rarely in front of a camera myself...

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I don't ever lie :D.

Most memorable moment on my bike: Good or bad? Good: 8 days of riding in Provence (with Backroads), doing between 60-80 miles a day Bad: 8 days of riding in Provence doing between 60-80 miles a day.
Most fun ever had on a bike? Any of my rides out with my two (little) boys!

[Fujichants]

Real name: Chantalle

Where do you live?: Los Angeles, CA

Explanation of your handle: Fujichants - Fuji after my first road bike, a Fuji Finest 2.0, and Chants is what my friends call me because they think Chantalle is too long of a name

Explanation of your avatar: Me riding my new bike!

Age (general or specific): 24

Occupation: Currently unemployed

Favorite bike: Right now, my Trek Madone 5.1

What's in your stable?: Fuji Finest 2.0, Trek Madone 5.1, BF's 2007 Mongoose road bike, and his dad's hand-me-down from back in the day when his dad used to race. I don't even know what brand it is.

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when?: Um....probably going around 30ish down some hills in Santa Barbara a few weeks ago.

Another picture of yourself or your ride?: Just look at my avatar, my blog, or some of the threads I have started.

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: Can't remember

Most memorable moment on my bike: Every time I ride

Most fun ever had on a bike?: Every time I ride

[luvmypwds]

What's in your stable? Pashley Princess Sovereign (for riding with my kids and small errands), Rivendell A. Homer Hilsen, Trek Madone 5.2 WSD but with Dura-Ace gruppo upgrade



Hmmm...no edit function so I'll have to re-type. My Madone will have the Ultegra SL after all as the Dura-Ace 7900 gruppo won't be available until March of 2009! I almost just went with the 6.9 WSD but that bike won't be in until March 23, 2009 (yeah, the Trek store was quite specific on the date, lol). I want to ride this Fall, so I'm going with the 5.2 WSD. I am so excited...picking up the bike tomorrow morning!

[andtckrtoo]

Figured it's time I did this:

Real name: Chris (Christine)

Where do you live?: San Jose, CA

Explanation of your handle: Tucker was the name of my first Aussie. We did search and rescue together. I needed an email address for the onslaught of email I would be expecting about search, and as it involved Tucker, too, I settled on "Andtckrtoo - or And Tucker Too. I lost my buddy in March of 2007, one week before his fifth birthday. I was devastated, so I keep the name in memory of the best darned dog there ever was. Jimmy, the guy in my avatar, is a close second, but I doubt any dog will every fully match Tucker. His kind only come around once in a life time.

Explanation of your avatar: My furbaby Jimmy

Age (general or specific): 44

Occupation: Software sales

Favorite bike: My Cannondale CAAD 9

What's in your stable?: Cannondale CAAD 9 R5, Trek 8000 MTB, Trek 7000 MTB, retired Klein Stage.

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when?: My descent down Hwy 9 last week. I hit 40 mph. (Then freaked and hit the brakes :rolleyes:)

Another picture of yourself or your ride?: I'll see if I can dig some up

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: When my DH confronted me about my ever growing exercise video collection, "Oh honey, they've always been there. You just never noticed." He bought it for a while... :P

Most memorable moment on my bike: Completing my first century. I had met this group of older gentlemen who rode with me the entire ride and cheered me on to my first 100 mile finish.

Most fun ever had on a bike?: A fall day in Cloudcroft, New Mexico riding a long mountain bike trail through the turning Aspens, with a group of friends. Weather was perfect, company was perfect and the ride was all day.

[mayanorange]

Last one on the boat....

Real name: Gwenn

Where do you live?: Wellesley, MA

Explanation of your handle: Ask me if I'm an orange! (inside joke)

Explanation of your avatar: Cassie the Wunderhund

Age (general or specific): 29

Occupation: Research Coordinator- Biomechanics, Exercise Physiology, Medical Devices. Also sales at Magic Beans for fun and occasional seamstressing.

Favorite bike: My current zoom zoom or my first green steel bike with banana seat.

What's in your stable?: Jamis Ventura Sport

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when?: 32 down various hills around our house

Another picture of yourself or your ride?: coming soon to a theatre near you

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: Um, I try not to, but probably the worst were when I broke something when I was little and didn't want to admit it.

Most memorable moment on my bike: Probably the 40miles down and back the Danube in Germany in high school.

Most fun ever had on a bike?: The day about 5 years ago I climbed a really big foothill in CA and came careening down the other side- probably at 30mph and with no suspension. :D More to come I'm sure.

[ms pepperpot]

Well I've been lurking for a while so time to introduce myself

Real name: Sophie

Where do you live: London (UK)

Explanation of your handle: did you read the Mrs Pepperpot books when a child - based on that (I'm quite small btw)

Explanation of your avatar: don't have one

Age (general or specific): 31

Occupation: lawyer

Favorite bike: I'm looking for it right now

What's in your stable?: at present nothing - I had an old schwinn but it was stolen yesterday :(

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when?: non idea

Another picture of yourself or your ride?: don't have any pictures yet

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: not sure

Most memorable moment on my bike: probably cycling round the cook islands many years ago

Most fun ever had on a bike?: I'm hoping there will be much more fun in the future, but so far cycling through the Gower peninsula a couple of months ago was great. I also love just cycling home from the centre of london late at night when there's hardly any traffic and I feel really free.

anyway, that's me. i'm sure i'll be back soon to ask lots of questions about what bike to buy now.

[vinbek]

Real name: Rebecca (Bekki)
Where do you live? San Ramon, California
Explanation of your handle: First three initials of my name and my husbands - when you get this age, you have to keep it simple!!!
Explanation of your avatar: You mean the rear end of three horses???

Age (general or specific) 54 on April 29, 1954

Occupation: Part Time Elementary School Librarian

Favorite bike: All time favoriate was a Vitus, I have 3 different Cannondales now.

What's in your stable? We have 5 road bikes, one track bike, 4 mountain bikes, 2 bmx bikes and the (500 pound) Schwinn that my husband rode across country from New York to California in 1976 in cut off jeans, no shirt and no helmet.....

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 51mph on a steep straight road in Western North Carolina
Another picture of yourself or your ride? I don't have very many pixs of myself - I hate having my pix taken. In my house, I take all the still photos and my husband takes the videos.


What is the biggest lie you've ever told: "That's ok"

Most memorable moment on my bike: Riding with the Piedmont Flyers in Winston-Salem, NC. They maintained the best revolving pace line I have ever been in. Close second, was finishing the Assault on Mt. Mitchell.

Most fun ever had on a bike? I love riding the trails of Mt. Diablo with my husband and two kids. They are monsters when it comes to down hills. They have no fear!

[KaceyDC]

I read Team Estrogen daily, but have only posted a couple of times.

Real name: Keanne (Key-Anne)

Where do you live? Washington, DC

Explanation of your handle: The pronunciation of my first 2 initials and where I am

Explanation of your avatar: My favorite sound at the end of a race.

Age (general or specific) 31

Occupation: Grad Student

Favorite bike: My current one: 1984 Specialized Sirrus

What's in your stable? 1984 Specialized Sirrus road bike (7sp) and 1995 Cannondale H300 Hybrid

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 36 mph in Columbia, MD during IronGirl practice ride

Another picture of yourself or your ride? Faceless wonder

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: "That doesn't bother me at all."

Most memorable moment on my bike: Nearly falling on my first ride with clipless pedals

Most fun ever had on a bike? SheRox Triathlon 2008 - a lot of fun

[HillSlugger]

Welcome Kacey. I also do triathlon. Please come by the Mid-Atlantic area of the Place we Ride forum.

[rubysoho]

Real name: Nicole
Where do you live? Just west of D.C.

Explanation of your handle: A song from one of the many bands I like.

Explanation of your avatar: oooo... I don't have one (yet)

Age (general or specific): 24

Occupation: Ever changing and still trying to figure out what to do with myself!

Favorite bike: I refuse to let myself look at the super pricey bikes but I am in love with the new Felt ZW3 - hoping to make this my first road bike. I know it isn't anything special to most bike-aficionados but it is the only bike that stands out to me. It is like a crush and I smile just thinking about it. The colors are perfect - my college colors, even though I graduated 2 years ago. I might be crazy for feeling this way about a bike.


What's in your stable? Boyfriend's bike at the moment. It is very ouchie to ride and too big for me. A Cannondale Hybrid 600. Hoping to get a beater bike to fix up for myself over the winter - learn to do all the maintenance myself. It will also be my commuting bike. And then come spring time (Christmas? A halloween present to myself? I really like it...) I will hopefully be purchasing the Felt ZW3.

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? No idea

Another picture of yourself or your ride? no pictures, but maybe I will update in the near future


What is the biggest lie you've ever told: A girl has to have her secrets. :p

Most memorable moment on my bike: Well, it wasn't my bike but I went mountain biking in Costa Rica. It was a ton of fun and it ended with cliff diving into the ocean.

Most fun ever had on a bike? The above is hard to beat, but I will take riding with friends over that trip any day of the week.

[HillSlugger]

Welcome Nicole. I'm Nicole from north of DC. Please stop by the Mid-Atlantic area of the Places to Ride forum.

[DigUpHerBones07]

Real name: Taylor

Where do you live? Chico, CA

Explanation of your handle: Well, I had a baby last year (less than 2 years after getting married) and my life feels like it hasn't been truly mine in awhile, so I am trying to "dig up the bones" of the girl I used to be. Plus it is a really good song which has nothing to do with the explaination I just gave. It's a gorey, horriffic love story.

Explanation of your avatar: hmmm, gonna have to find one of those....

Age (general or specific): 24

Occupation: An aircraft mechanic for now, thinking about re-enlisting in the Air Force, wanting to be a Federal Agent before I am 30.

Favorite bike: The one I got 5 days ago! A brand new 2008 Bianchi Via Nirone 7. It's silver, and I'm smitten.

What's in your stable? See above

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? Today, 26.7 mph, Bidwell Park. It was alot of fun!!!

Another picture of yourself or your ride? No photos yet, but I will get my hubby to snap a few hopefully.

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: Not tellin:p

Most memorable moment on my bike: The first time I was on a bike after childhood. It wasn't my bike, but it was so much fun!! It was in Showa Park in Fussa, Japan. Riding around looking at all of the Cherry Blossoms with some really good friends, and my hubby a few months after getting married.

Most fun ever had on a bike? See above. Good times. Or the first ride on my bike last week. I took it to a Kohl's parking lot. I didn't get a light for it yet and it was too dark to ride without one, so I needed some lights. 2.5 miles riding in circles, changing gears and getting really sore sit bones. Lots of fun!!!!

[TrekTheKaty]

Real name: pass (bike's name is Lightning McQueen--from the movie "Cars")

Where do you live? St. Louis, MO

Explanation of your handle: Last name (Cunningham) and in the aviation industry (Air)

Explanation of your avatar: I'm a goofball, from my favorite movie--Monsters Inc

Age (general or specific): Midlife crisis for the last 7 years--37

Occupation: aviation

Favorite bike: I love my new, first, street bike--Trek WSD 2.1 but I wouldn't turn away a Madone :)

What's in your stable? Trek 7500 Multitrack (hybrid) and DH's first custom bike he built himself

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? Saw 30 for the first time a couple days ago, going down a steep hill on my new "wheels"--at least it was the first time I was brave enough to look down at the GPS!

Another picture of yourself or your ride?


What is the biggest lie you've ever told: "I wouldn't tell a lie :D "

Most memorable moment on my bike: One of the first presents I received from my husband was a bike. Also our first two day ride--who knew you could get somewhere on a bike! We took the train to Jeff City, spent the night in Rhineland and rode back into Dutzow.

Most fun ever had on a bike? Spending quality time with my DH, sis and BIL.

[bnylo]

Real name: Margaret

Where do you live? Princeton, NJ

Explanation of your handle: refers to my little house bunny

Explanation of your avatar: It's my name in seal script, one of the earlier Chinese scripts

Age (general or specific): 47

Occupation: Karate teacher by night, lawyer by day to pay for the bike and some rough vet bills.

Favorite bike: My new ride, built for me with racy parts that I don't deserve but am glad to have

What's in your stable? 4 legs: One lop earred house bun, one tuxedo cat w/ a million toes and his lovely sister. 2 wheels: Fuji Royale II from 80s, Jamis Coda Elite - both are going on the block soon.

Fastest speed on a road bike? Speed? um not there yet!!

Another picture of yourself or your ride? Ok

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I can't give away any trade secrets.

Most fun ever had on a bike? Vineyard tour of Burgundy last year.

[Momonbikemob]

Real name: Peggy D.
Where do you live? In Washington, near Portland, OR

Explanation of your handle: I think the F4U-Corsair is one of the most awesome planes ever built and my father was flight engineer for the last Corsair outfit to fly in the Navy. The Mac is part of my last name.

Explanation of your avatar: avatar? Will have to look into that.:rolleyes:

Age (general or specific) Nearing 35!:o

Occupation: Mom and Aspiring Freelance Writer and Novelist

Favorite bike: Without much research, I'd say a Leader LD 796R

What's in your stable? Trek WS something...

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 32 going down a hill in Portland, two years ago.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? ???

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: Telling my 5-year old he MIGHT be able to have a brownie after dinner, knowing full well that I would never, in my right mind, give him one that close to bedtime.

Most memorable moment on my bike:
First time I ... rode with my dad on a 60miler
rode with my future husband
rode pulling my son
rode pulling two kids
rode with a friend, not pulling anyone
did the Jack Frost TT
raced a PIR.

Most fun ever had on a bike? I have two... Mountain biking in Sunriver up to Benham Falls with my hubby, just the two of us doing something that we love.

[Grits]

Welcome all! Hey Cunninhamair, I have a Trek 2.1 WSD too. I got mine this past July. How long have you had yours? I am working on finding a more comfortable saddle for it. I put my old Terry saddle on it when I got it, but it doesn't do as well as I would like with the road bike position. I am trying a Falcon X now, but haven't decided yet. It is my first road bike, and I am loving it! Welcome to the forum.

[Momonbikemob]

I just realized that I never answered the "handle" question... You can tell I just cut and pasted from the first post. Oops.

My Handle is the fact that I am a mom that gets on a bike as much as I can and I have a small mob that follows me (in the bike trailer, as well as everywhere else :o). I also have a blog called momonbikemob.

I also realized there is a MomOnBike on this forum... Sorry, I promise I didn't copy you!

[Badgirl]

Real name: Dawn

Where do you live? Liberty Hill, Texas, about 38 miles or so north of Austin.

Explanation of your handle: Badgirl (BG) I've used for about 15 years. Long story short I was being a bad girl in creating a login that my (abusive) first husband didn't know about (so that I could have some privacy). Soon, all my friends knew me as BG so I've used it ever since.

Explanation of your avatar: It's me taken at one of my husbands gigs in July.

Age (general or specific): 38 at least for a few more weeks. :D

Occupation: Webmistress and public health technician

Favorite bike: My Specialized Myka Expert

What's in your stable? My Myka and the hubbies K2 zed 2.0, my late husbands Peugeot road bike, and the splatter painted Huffy bike my parents gave me for Christmas 20+ years ago.

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? Let see. I was going "OMG! OMG! OMG! WEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!! OMG! OMG! OMG! WWWEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!" fast.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? How about me and my ride?
http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c151/Badgirl1969/BBweekend9.jpg

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: "No honey, I'm fine. Yes I broke the railing on the bridge, but honestly I'm fine...it's just a little blood." It was my first ride with the boys I wasn't about to tell him just how bad I had bit it. Nothing was broke and he already felt horridly guilty for doing as I said and riding ahead and not being there to pick me up when I went down. I got the wind knocked out of me, a few little cuts, bumps and bruises, and bruised pride and my shift indicator broke. But I got up, dusted myself off, checked my bike out, and went on the with ride and caught up with the boys and finished the ride. What he doesn't know won't hurt him...right? :)

Most memorable moment on my bike: Going on the first ride with my now husband. It was a beautiful February day, my new bike and all the new gear. The birds were singing, the sun was shining and we rode 16 miles out to the overlook at the lake and back to town. It was WAY farther than he ever expected us to go on my first ride in 20 years. And he was so proud of me for going that far considering how sick I got about 8 miles into it. His band had played the night before and we'd partied a little harder than we probably should have. But once I worked through the nausea it was all good.
http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c151/Badgirl1969/BBweekend1.jpg

Most fun ever had on a bike? Sending the hubby to go trail riding with his best friend and decided I didn't have to wait for him to get home before I could go ride, so I packed up my gear and head out. I started sending him picture messages when I was about 13 miles from home and then sent him pictures at different point in the ride where the was a pretty spot or something along the way the that I knew he's see the humor in. He was surprised and excited at the first message, told me how proud of me he was. He enjoyed the other pics as it allowed him to know I was okay and he could take part in my ride and it allowed him to be able to enjoy his ride and not have to worry about me waiting on him and I could enjoy my ride not having to wait on him or worry about slowing him down. I could stop if I wanted to, talk to the goats and cows if I wanted, trudge through hills and if I had set my goal too high, I could say screw it and head home if I wanted (which I didn't). The hubby got back from his ride to find me about a block from home, chatting it up with the neighbor about all the different trails and her riding team, the rides they've gone on lately getting ready for the MS150. I had a blast and he was so proud. :cool:

[mississaugagirl]

Real name: Rose

Where do you live? Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

Explanation of your handle: see above

Explanation of your avatar: see above =)

Age (general or specific): oh boy! 37 and hoping to do my 1st century before the big 4-0!

Occupation: customer service for mobility devices

Favorite bike: my Trek 3700 mountain bike

What's in your stable? right now? my mountain bike. i've just put a layaway plan on my 1st road bike. hopefully i can bring her home before Christmas - a Trek 1000 WSD.

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? dunno! still need to get a computer and a heart rate monitor

Another picture of yourself or your ride? maybe later, i don't even think i have one

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: "where have you been?" "just around" (spent the last hour in the bike store)

Most memorable moment on my bike: when i did 60km on my 1st charity ride a few years ago... looking forward to my 1st century...

Most fun ever had on a bike? every 1st ride of the year after a long and harsh winter

[buddha_bellies]

Real name: Helen

Where do you live? Vancouver, BC Canada

Explanation of your handle: This was something I adopted from my friend and my blog. We love food and one of the reasons why I ride, so I can eat!!! :D

Age (general or specific) 37

Favorite bike: my new ride (Specialized Ruby Elite 2008)

What's in your stable? See above and a tank for grocery shopping.

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 45.5 km, riding down the road in Stanley Park just last week. I'm still new to road bikes

Another picture of yourself or your ride? Give me time! I just got the bike a month ago

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I'm scared of speed. (I just need to get use to it!) LOL

Most memorable moment on my bike: Today I rode with a friend who just came back from a 5 day 800km bike trip. We went around Ft. Langley. I've always bike in the city so it was really nice to get fresh air and no traffic. No stop signs, no cars, no lights. Just our bikes. Oh so sweet, that freedom.

And then, there's always biking in the snow in winter... argh... love and hate at the same time.

Most fun ever had on a bike? I have to say today. Live in the moment.

[kygrrlinco]

Real name: Vickie
Where do you live? Capitol Hill, Denver CO

Explanation of your handle: I am a Kentucky grrl at heart, born there, with all my roots and family there since the early 1800s. But I've found myself here in Colorado and love it. My heart's in the green hills and abundant trees back home, though.

Explanation of your avatar: ??

Age (general or specific) 33 big ones

Occupation: Bike assembler and rental/repair specialist at REI.

Favorite bike: I love my bike - a Novara Carema. But it's my first road bike, so I'm sure as I upgrade over the coming years I'll realize what I was missing by having a "starter" bike. Dream bike: Orbea Diva in blue.

What's in your stable? Novara Carema road bike and an old decrepit Specialized Hard Rock (no suspension front or rear) that I got used in college. I still use it to run errands sometimes...I wouldn't be heartbroken if it got stolen.

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 36mph a couple of times riding down the hill at the Chatfield Reservoir dam.

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: Oy. I don't know.

Most memorable moment on my bike: I just got into riding this summer and in August did my first real organized ride - the Venus de Miles 65miler (the only all women's recreational ride in Colorado). It was a big accomplishment for me...I've been trying to get back into shape and set the goal at the beginning of the summer. In the middle is an 8-mile hill climb before turning around and sailing back down Left Hand Canyon...I was slow as hell, but I made it, with tears in my eyes at the top. Riding across the finish line was a great feeling, but getting to the top of the Canyon, with a lot of the women on their way down encouraging me as I trudged up...that was amazing.

Also...last week I was out on a nice fall ride during the week...out alone on the path...and a HUGE coyote ran across about 30 miles in front of me. He stopped and looked at me and went on. He was beautiful.

Most fun ever had on a bike? Nothing specific...just those rides where you feel like your body and your bike are just two pieces of the same machine, and everything is in prime working order. I love that feeling.

[gingerale]

Real name: Ginger
Where do you live? Amarillo, TX

Explanation of your handle: childhood nickname

Explanation of your avatar: my pride and joy!

Age (general or specific): 42 (ugh!)

Occupation: SAHM

Favorite bike: My only bike...Specialized Dolce

What's in your stable? Just my little old Dolce

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 34 mph in July this year on RAGBRAI in Iowa

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I have no idea.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? Not crazy about pics of myself...maybe when I'm down 20 lbs! lol

Most memorable moment on my bike: The first time I climbed a huge hill about 2 months ago. 1 mile hill that has a 10-16% grade. I was slow and clumsy but I did it...twice!

Most fun ever had on a bike? Riding across the state of Iowa this past summer.

[Swthrtsuzy]

Real name: Susan
Where do you live? Boerne, TX

Explanation of your handle: My nickname is Suzy, and someone once called me a sweetheart.

Explanation of your avatar: I'll post one when I find a good one

Age (general or specific): 27

Occupation: Accounts Payable Coordinator & Student

Favorite bike: I don't have a favorite, but I'm really drooling over the Transition Syren

What's in your stable? Specialized Myka HT & Specialized Sirrus Sport

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? I haven't a clue. But I'm not very fast because I just started to ride.

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: Either I don't lie, or I'm so good at it that I convinced myself that I'm telling the truth because I can't think of one...

Another picture of yourself or your ride? Not computer savvy enough to load a picture on this thing lol

Most memorable moment on my bike: The first time I ate dirt - or rather rock. :D

Most fun ever had on a bike? Every time I fly down a rocky hill or through a rock garden. Talk about exhilaration!

[Blue_Wildflower]

Real name: Brenda

Where do you live? Alexandria, Virginia

Explanation of your handle: Blue is my favorite color. Wildflower sort of describes my personality.

Explanation of your avatar: Don't have one yet.

Age (general or specific) 30

Occupation: Software Support Consultant

Favorite bike: A Bianchi whatever

What's in your stable? I have only one . . . Trek 7300. My baby.

Fastest speed on a road bike? 15mph. It was brief.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? I only have one pic of myself. And, I am not on a bike.

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I love you.

Most memorable moment on my bike: The first time I rode a bike in twenty years. I felt like a little girl again.

Most fun ever had on a bike? Haven't had it yet.

[Colleen]

Real name: Colleen

Where do you live? Menlo Park, CA

Explanation of your handle: My name. I wasn't feeling creative.

Explanation of your avatar: Me at the ocean with my bike when I did an out and back to the beach.

Age (general or specific) 25

Occupation: Graduate student in cancer biology

Favorite bike: I don't know. I have really only ridden the one I have.

What's in your stable? My Specialized Dolce and Marin mountain bike (for the 10 min commute to school). My BF's Specialized Allez and hybrid commuter.

Fastest speed on a road bike? About 45 mph. It was downhill during a ride around Tahoe. The turns were very sweeping on that road, and I was shocked to look down and see that speed. It was fun but probably not very safe. Generally I prefer to only go up to 30ish on a downhill, but around here the hills are often windy roads.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? I'm feeling too lazy to make the picture small enough for this forum right now.

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I'm not sure. I have a hard time lying. Even stupid little lies. It can be a problem.

Most memorable moment on my bike: The first time I did one of the local climbs. It took me a long time to want to even try, so I stuck to the shorter hills. Then it wasn't so bad after all, but that first time I really, really hated the decent (I used to have trouble switching to my drops=painful braking on that 4 miles down). Now it is my favorite ride.

Most fun ever had on a bike? Biking around Lake Tahoe this summer.

[SLash]

Real name: Susan

Where do you live? In the buckle of the bible belt.

Explanation of your handle: It had been a bad week on the bike with several close calls with cars. I seriously thought about never riding on the road again which I love like nothing else. I was hit by a car in 1995 and since then I have been gun shy. Actually, I am hypervigilant around cars and very careful in choosing my routes, ect. Back to the handle, I think to ride on the road you have to be a kind of road warrior otherwise none of us would do it after a close call or being hit.

Explanation of your avatar: A picture of my 2005 Scott CR1 Pro.

Age (general or specific) 54

Occupation: I took early retirement last year so I don't have one!:D I worked for the state social services agency in the area of disabilities for most of my career.

Favorite bike: Don't tell my Scott, but I have really been enjoying riding my Giant the last couple of days.

What's in your stable? My Scott, the early '90's Giant Cadex which I had used on my trainer but have now fixed up to ride around town and on trails, plus a KHS Urban X that I plan to sale.

Fastest speed on a road bike? 42mph, not too smart but it was fun. I love going fast.

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I can't remember. Really. :rolleyes:

Most fun and memorable moment on my bike: This ones easy. I think it was in 2001 I rode Ride for the Roses in Austin, Tx. I was riding alone when behind me I could hear what sounded like a hoard(?) of bees. I knew it was a group coming up fast so I picked up my speed until I was going the same speed as the group (20+) and gradually moved over until I was riding with them. It was the most thrilling and intense experience I have ever had on a bike. We were so tightly packed in that one bad move and it would have been a disaster but I rode with them, in the middle of the pack. Once I couldn't maintain the pace I gradually moved back out. It really was thrilling.

[PepsiONE]

Hi, ladies, may I join you?

Real name: Shiming

Where do you live? Long Island, New York

Explanation of your handle: I have been using this handle at another site. When I decided to register there, an empty soda can was the first thing I saw next to my laptop.

Explanation of your avatar: it's a preview picture taken when I was riding MS-150 on Long Island this September. The photographer charges an arm and a leg for a decent sized one, so this is all I have.

Age (general or specific): half century

Occupation: Patent Agent

Favorite bike: you mean the one I am riding now?

What's in your stable? Trek Pilot 2.1 WSD 2007

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? Does going down hill count? then 35-36 mph. By my own effort, about 22 mph. On Long Island, of course.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? I will find one later.

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I can't remember, which means I've either told too many, or I don't lie! (I'll let ya'll pick!)--haha, I copied this one.

Most memorable moment on my bike: My first MS-150 ride in September 2007. At that time, It was 2 weeks short of my 50th birthday. I decide to do something to cerebrate my wonderful, rewarding and exceptional life. I had been inactive and overweight all these years. From Spring 2007, with my kid gone to college, I started working out and riding regularly. I lost 10 pounds from the time I joined gym to finished the MS-150. I was riding a heavy hybrid bike and felt so proud that I finished the entire length without one inch short. I documented the entire process on my blog. It's in Chinese though.

Most fun ever had on a bike? My second MS-150 ride was more like fun than torture. I hooked up with a team of guys and tagged along with them in a pace line.

My next ride: BP MS-150, Houston to Austin, April 2009. Being one of 13000 riders, I managed to register before the registration closed in 7 hours!

Happy riding everyone!

[HillSlugger]

Welcome Shiming!

I grew up on Long Island: Long Beach. Haven't been back in nearly 11 years! It's really about time!

[Madride]

Real name: Madison
Where do you live? North Ogden, Utah

Explanation of your handle: My uncle and some of my friends used to call me maddog, but since I started riding my bike one of my friends always calls me madride so it just a nickname.

Explanation of your avatar: Its a picture I made on the paint program

Age (general or specific): 18

Occupation: Biotech Lab Aide

Favorite bike: The Felt I want to buy this spring. Its blue and black. FZ2 I think it is.

What's in your stable? Felt FW40 and Raleigh Mojave 3.5

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 49.3 mph on August 30 2008. I was going down a hill by the horse park and there was a strong tailwind. Its right below a canyon and it is always really windy there before 9 am.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? I don't have any pictures of me or my bike on this computer. I guess I should take some.


What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I told my parents and my soccer coach that I sprained my ankle so I wouldn't have to go to soccer practice once when I was 12. I wanted to go to Weber high's homecoming parade instead so I jumped down the stairs and pretended to sprain my ankle then I limped around half the day. When I went to the parade I had to limp all the way up my street until I got around the corner out of sight of parents so I could run down the street to the parade.

Most memorable moment on my bike: The first time I climbed up the pass in N. Ogden. It was about 40 degrees and raining and I just started up thinking I would barely be able to make it to the first pullout, but I ended up going the whole four miles up. It was cool because I thought it would be a lot harder than it was.

Most fun ever had on a bike? I went mountain biking with my friend and there was a little stream that ran along the trail. I rode to the side of it and she rode through it so her butt got totally covered in mud. We had to ride back through town to get to her house and she looked hilarious with all the mud on her butt. We were laughing so hard that she had to stop and somehow I had spit while laughing and it was blowing across my cheek while I was riding. It was just really funny.
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[SpeedyChix]

Real name: Anne
Where do you live? Michigan

Explanation of your handle: Name I came up with for a local riding group. Loaned to a team for a time. Now, back to me as my nick.

Explanation of your avatar: See above

Age (general or specific): just passed the middle mark

Occupation: Design/Marketing about to change over and start making more use of my USAC level 2 coaching certification.

Favorite bike: Kent Eriksen CX

What's in your stable? Eriksen 29r, C-Dale ss, Quiring CX

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? CX bike at Iron Cross 47 mph this year. Road bike in AZ a few years ago, 59 mph.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? I'll get a pic resized and also track down my avatar.

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I'll have to think about this one.

Most memorable moment on my bike: Pretty much any time I get in the woods on a bike. Staying pretty much 'in the moment' for the majority of a 100 mile mtb race was pretty remarkable (reflecting back to it). For the road bike: the day I saw a bald eagle.

Most fun ever had on a bike? Some of the crazy mtb rides I've has the pleasure to be a part of.
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[Aiacha]

OK, I just joined up so I thought I would get this done...

Real name: Andrea
Where do you live? Houston, Texas

Explanation of your handle: It's a name I used in a role-playing game way back in college, and it's something that's followed me since then. You find an "Aiacha" on a board, it's probably me!

Explanation of your avatar: Don't have one yet, but I'll give it thought.

Age (general or specific) 35

Occupation: Staff Land Analyst

Favorite bike: I've only been riding since this January, so my favorite would be the one I own, a Specialized Dolce

What's in your stable? Only the one :)

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? I think I hit 22 mph on a stretch with a slight downslope at George Bush Park here in Houston

Another picture of yourself or your ride? Very few pictures of me on my bike, save for the one taken by Brightroom at the Tour De Pink, but how about one in the clothing I'm wearing a lot for these two months...renaissance garb:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v485/Aiacha/Aiacha_coat.jpg

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: Um, not a big time lier, but the most recent one is "No, mom, I won't let him move in with me."

Most memorable moment on my bike: As I said, I only started in January, so I've not really had any good memorable moments, but the one I remember clearly is my very first ride. It was the day I brought the bike home, Jan 25, when I went out. It was cold and misty and a little windy. I had just put on a sweatshirt and workout pants and hopped on the bike to try it out, I think it was a total of 6 miles. When I got home all I could think was "I've got to get some padded bike shorts!".

Most fun ever had on a bike? Probably my most recent long ride. First, I covered my furthest distance to date, 45 miles, and I also got to ride with a friend of mine who is far above me in skill and endurance. He really kept me going to finish the ride.

[TREKgirl123]

Real name: Kathryn
Where do you live? Toronto

Explanation of your handle: Hmmmm... I own Trek bikes

Explanation of your avatar: don't have one (yet)

Age (general or specific): middle aged but young at heart

Occupation: designer/artist and may be going back to school

Favorite bike: Trek Madone

What's in your stable? Trek 7000 FX hybrid WSD (2005)
Trek Pilot 1.2 WSD 2007 (I call her "Baby Blue")

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? I have no idea but can go pretty fast :-)

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I love my job.

Most memorable moment on my bike: I was attacked by a crow.

Most fun ever had on a bike? Doing 200 kilometers in the Ride to Conquer Cancer (Toronto to Niagara Falls)

[Cataboo]

Real name: Catriona
Where do you live? Maryland

Explanation of your handle: My real name - I just generally don't like using handles.

Explanation of your avatar: I'll get there one of these days

Age (general or specific) 32

Occupation: Post-doc doing immunology research

Favorite bike: Currently my road bikes

What's in your stable? 2005 marin verona road bike, scattante xrl carbon ss road bike, litespeed obed mountain bike, TST titanium mountain bike

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? I don't usually use a bike computer, but definitely down hill would be the fastest speed!

Another picture of yourself or your ride?
ti mountain bikes, sort of a work in progress - they're not fully geeked out:
http://lh5.ggpht.com/_qnxyEZuNEmk/SQUUCUVeNfI/AAAAAAAABZo/ifz9rgKbhiM/s400/IMGP4361.JPG
marin:
http://lh6.ggpht.com/_qnxyEZuNEmk/SOvahQn5PHI/AAAAAAAAAnM/b9DrZYreySw/s400/IMGP3626.JPG
scattante:
http://lh5.ggpht.com/_qnxyEZuNEmk/SOvaZEr5hSI/AAAAAAAAAnE/CV30is8i3is/s400/IMGP3624.JPG

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: What? And get myself caught in it??

Most memorable moment on my bike: Beyond the many hills that it felt like I was killing myself getting up? And the thrill of realizing a few months later that I can get up them in a much larger chain ring?

Most fun ever had on a bike? Just randomly exploring the area I've moved to - I usually just randomly take roads and explore, finding some gorgeous scenery, and some how I always eventually reach a road that'll bring me home. Pics from a recent "random" ride:
http://lh4.ggpht.com/_qnxyEZuNEmk/SPVQr4rTH8I/AAAAAAAAA-E/0cWDhKXvng4/s400/IMGP1517.JPG http://lh6.ggpht.com/_qnxyEZuNEmk/SPVQ4YuXCvI/AAAAAAAAA-U/kA6JinKUDGM/s400/IMGP1528.JPG http://lh6.ggpht.com/_qnxyEZuNEmk/SPVRDB9M4CI/AAAAAAAAA-c/VY_3yfji6IM/s400/IMGP1534.JPG

[Braveheart]

Real Name: Vicki

Where do you live? Southern California

Explanation of your handle: My darling husband calls me that

Explanation of your avatar: Not sure yet how to upload it? But hope to post a photo of my sweet ride.

Age: 54

Occupation: Grandmother (Affectionally known as and called Mimi)

Favorite bike: Giant Sedona

What’s in your stable? Giant Sedona DX and my dh’s Gary Fisher Cobia

Fastest speed on a road bike? Have only ridden my Sedona Comfort bike the fastest speed was 27 mph and when I looked down at my cyclometer and saw that it was a bit scary!

Another picture of yourself or your ride?

What is the biggest lie you’ve ever told? Telling my son that his daughter did clean her plate when the truth was each time he turned his head I was taking the food off my grand daughters plate. It was only a couple of bites.:)

Most memorable moment on my bike: While riding down hill on a bike path my dh was behind me when I heard him say something. As I turned to ask what he had said my bike also turned and I ran into a very big heavy wooden fence. The 1/2 inch bruise on my left thigh where I think the end of my handgrip hit quickly grew into a perfect 6 inch circle that was very memorable for several weeks.

Most fun ever had on a bike? Being invited by my son to go mountain biking with him at Sycamore Canyon and actually being able to keep up with him. Being apart of something he enjoys and spending time with him and my dh was a very special day.

[pinkbikes]

Real Name: Jenny

Where do you live? Brisbane, Australia

Explanation of your handle: I used to really hate pink. But when I went looking for a mountain bike the one that was a great fit for me was pink. It was very nearly the deal-breaker, but I bought it and fell in love with mountain biking. When I went to buy my first dually I rode all sorts of things and the best for me was the Specialized Epic. Needless to say, I also tried the Era (WSD Epic) and when I found it came in pink........ the rest is history!

Explanation of your avatar: Me at the end of my last lap of the Merida 24 Hour race in a team called the MTB Dirt Daisies. I had a daisy on top of my helmet and was smiling fit to burst because the pain in my butt was about to end!:D

Age: 44

Occupation: Engineer

Favorite bike: Not sure yet - something light and fast in a road bike I think - maybe a Pinarello?

What’s in your stable? Way too much...

Nishiki Repco Olympic 12 (my antique road bike sitting on the trainer)
Shogun Ninja (current road bike)
Kona Lisa HT (first hard tail MTB but now on slicks for commuting)
Specialized Era Marathon (dually MTB)
Holstar Roadster (tandem for cycle touring with my daughter and DH)
Plus.... 3x Giants for DH
Plus.... Trek 3700 for daughter

Fastest speed on a road bike? 69km/h down a hill near home - I TRY not to think about how much it would hurt if something broke and I bit the dust at that speed!


Another picture of yourself or your ride? Not sure how to get it into the text at the right spot, but below is me smoking home on the last turn of the last lap at the Insomnia 24 Hour - fastest I rode all day/night/day I reckon!


What is the biggest lie you’ve ever told? Struggled with this one - not so much a good liar I guess. But I did sneak my youngest sister into the house when she went out on her 18th birthday and got drunk, put her to bed and told my mum she was "really tired."



Most memorable moment on my bike: Probably the recent 100km challenge ride in Brisbane. They closed the busway and turned it over to 8000-odd cyclists. I was in one of the event sponsor's teams so got to start right up the front. After months on the mountain bike and the tandem, being turned loose on that busway with no traffic lights, on my roadie which felt as light as a feather, and in a howling pack - it was just like FLYING!


Most fun ever had on a bike? Recently we (DH and I) put together two teams for the Insomnia 24 Hour (a local 24 hour MTB race). We had the best time in that race ever! Our teams were great, our support crew were great, and we just partied all day, all night, all day (and rode of course) and never wanted it to end!

[crazycanuck]

Hey, good to see another member of the Australian/Kiwi contingent here!!

*Waves* Hi from over yonder in Perth :)

You guys have some awesome mtn bike trails over east!!! Ahh, dirt..mmmm

[pinkbikes]

Hey, good to see another member of the Australian/Kiwi contingent here!!

*Waves* Hi from over yonder in Perth :)

You guys have some awesome mtn bike trails over east!!! Ahh, dirt..mmmm

Wow - I guess I just looked briefly at your handle when I saw it in other posts and assumed you were in Canada! Duh - should have kept reading I guess! :o

I am really enjoying the TE site, which I found only after I found the link in the email reciept for a purchase of a pink furry toolbag for one of my pink bikes! It's really interesting to see what sort of bikes people elsewhere are riding and how cycling women of all ages are pretty much a crack-up no matter where they live! :D

As to the trails over here - if you're ever in SE Queensland look me up and I will be happy to take you out for some fun. I don't know them all yet (only hit the dirt a little over a year ago) but they sure are fun!

[Devotcha]

Hey everyone... just found this forum. I like it! I'm from Colorado and have been riding for 18 years(?). I ride both mtn and rd, but partial to mtn. I just got a SS in April and have been riding it ever since. Are there any other ladies from CO on here? That's probably a silly question! How 'bout women from the COS, Pueblo area? Or Denver? I'd love to meet some new grrls to ride with:D.

[TXchic]

Real name: Angela
Where do you live? Ft. Bragg, NC

Explanation of your handle: I'm from TX.....deep one huh?!

Explanation of your avatar: not to that point yet

Age: 32

Occupation: Medic in the US Army

Favorite bike: don't have a favorite....suppose a light one would be my favorite

What's in your stable? Trek that I purchased in 2001.

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? ummmm......just got a computer for the bike and managed to make it into the high 20's....um..going downhill? hahaha

Another picture of yourself or your ride? Get back to me on that one


What is the biggest lie you've ever told: that is a tough one......I'm more of a little white lier. Maybe that is a lie. :)

Most fun ever had on a bike? So far it is just fun riding with my best bud/ bf.
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[Do_headquarters]

Real name: Dominique

Where do you live? El Paso

Age (general or specific) 21

Occupation: Undegraduate student in politics and international relation

Favorite bike: I don't know. I do spinning.

[fidlfreek]

After the little tif with the woman who was selling "used underwear" I thought I should step up and introduce myself since I've been stalking these awesome pages for months now!

Real name: Julie
Where do you live? DFW area

Explanation of your handle: I picked this as an AOL instant messenger handle 13 years ago and its stuck.

Age (general or specific) 27

Occupation: violinist

Favorite bike: Orbea Diva. The name is perfect. It rides like a dream. Most of the mens bikes, even the tiny ones, are too big for me so I have to dream within the narrow WSD lines. SRAM however fits all sizes :)

What's in your stable? Bianchi Dama Elena. Nice color, not fast enough though :(

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 32.3 Down Kelly Hill. Thats pretty damn good since I have a triple!

Most memorable moment on my bike: I was riding near my rents house in the country near sunset and a young deer was on the side of the 1 lane road. He couldn't find a place in the barbed wire to escape so he ran alongside me for about 1/4 mile. After that he jumped the fence but continued to run with me for a while. It felt like when I was snorkeling with the dolphins in Hawaii.

Most fun ever had on a bike? Oh man, at my 2nd triathlon there was a mix up and I ended up swimming after everyone EVERYONE else was done. Then, when I got on the bike I had people to pass and pass and pass and pass. Like 100 people at least. It was so awesome that I did my best bike time yet that day, despite the 12 mph headwind for 1/2 of the course.

[crazycanuck]

Hey Fid-I have no idea of the correct terminology but i'll give this a shot. Are you a professional violinist for an orchestra?

TXchic-have you served overseas? Umm yea, a light bike is nice!!!

[fidlfreek]

Yup, a pro in an orchestra I am. I had to take 3 days off concerts this weekend because I had a little spill where the Bianchi left me on the ground....
CrazyCanuck, are you really crazy? :) 3000+ posts is really really incredible!

[LilBolt]

...so, here I go...

Real Name: Dee

Where do you live? Land of the Microsofties

Explanation of your handle: I'm a San Diego Chargers fan, and it was given to me by the guys in the football pool.

Explanation of your avatar: My Holland Exogrid

Age: Stuck in middle age

Occupation: Stuck in middle management

Favorite bike: Depends on my mood

What’s in your stable? Serotta Coeur d'Acier; Holland Exogrid; Salsa Casseroll
Fastest speed on a road bike? A frog hair over 40 a couple of times descending Mt. Rainier & Mt. St. Helens. I have better things to watch than my computer when I'm going over 30.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? My brother & I on our first bikes.

What is the biggest lie you’ve ever told? Geez...it wasn't a lie, but I took some of grandma's baking walnuts without asking. She figured out it was me, and I felt so bad that I disappointed her...never let her down again in her 100 years!

Most memorable moment on my bike: I remember when the attached pictures was taken...very shortly after my training wheels were removed.

Most fun ever had on a bike? Crossing the finish after 1 day riding Seattle to Portland with my friends, with my mom waiting for us.

[Karma007]

Getting to Know You!

Real name: Lori
Where do you live? Martinez, CA

Explanation of your handle: I live on the stuff
Explanation of your avatar: avatar?

Age (general or specific) 35

Occupation: whatever the temp agency says it is

Favorite bike: my spankin new trek 2.1 that my bf just bought me:)

What's in your stable?
Road: TREK 2.1, which currently has 25 miles on it
Mountain-ish: My old bike, a target MTB with Kenda road tires:)

Fastest speed on a road bike? umm...21 downhill.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? soon
What is the biggest lie you've ever told: Sure. I can keep up at that pace...

Most memorable moment on my bike: First group ride. I had been invited by a friend, and showed up to meet a serious group of riders, pulling my mountain bike out of my truck, wearing a t-shirt and converse. I was too embarrased to even leave. When I asked how far they rode and they said "40 miles", I almost threw up. Instead, I went with them. The memorable moment came at the rest stop. When I came out of the restroom, the guys I was riding with applauded, saying it was awesome that I kept up with them, on a bike that weighed 4 times more! :) I've been riding ever since!

[pardes]

The memorable moment came at the rest stop. When I came out of the restroom, the guys I was riding with applauded, saying it was awesome that I kept up with them, on a bike that weighed 4 times more! :) I've been riding ever since!

Roadies often get a bad rep but once again here is where they really shine in encouraging new riders. God bless their hearts. And welcome to the group Lori!!! Giving you a new Trek makes that boyfriend a definite KEEPER!

[fidlfreek]

Lori - so so lucky to have a bf that buys bikes! I agee, keeeeper. I would settle for bf that rode road bikes...

[Karma007]

Thanks! He doesn't really ride yet, but now he can ride my old monster. NO excuses! And yeah, he was a keeper BEFORE he bought me the bike! :):p:p

[beldendd]

Real name: Brooke
Where do you live? Huntington Beach, CA

Explanation of your handle: Basically, my last name. I'm creative, huh :)

Explanation of your avatar: Just a silly pic of me at some random place!

Age (general or specific) : 19

Occupation: College student

Favorite bike: I need your help on that one :) Have been away from biking for a while, but sooooo want to get back into it -- which is why I joined here.


Another picture of yourself or your ride? How about some silly pics of me. Oh what fun.

http://i709.photobucket.com/albums/ww99/beldendd/My%20Pics/933f36c8.jpg
http://i709.photobucket.com/albums/ww99/beldendd/My%20Pics/859d1e21.jpg



What is the biggest lie you've ever told: Probably the most recent guy I dated for a while. Even though I walk pretty well with my prosthesis, it's far from perfect. I told him I "hurt" my leg skiing :) Yeah right. Fortunately, we didn't go on more than three dates, so he never was the wiser that I was missing my right leg :)

Most memorable moment on my bike: Probably a few weeks ago -- when I tried riding again :) Fell flat on my face. Got to get my balance back again!

Most fun ever had on a bike? Went for a long ride in the alpine region of southern Germany in the summer. Oh sooo beautiful!

[HillSlugger]

Hi Brooke,

Welcome to TE!

Can I ask you about your prosthetic: what happened and how you ride with it?

Thanks!

[Biciclista]

Hi TOFU, Brooke, and Fidlfreek, welcome to TE.
jump right in and enjoy the fun.
Crazy Canote is not the one with the most posts. Her 3000 is rather modest compared to some people.

[Grog]

Hi Brooke and welcome to TE! Hope you have fun on the bike and on the forum. :)

I'm also anxious to learn about your leg, 'cause I'm aware of someone who lost his leg from the knee down (including the knee) recently who's a big-time cyclist, and he's was pretty desperate about not being able to cycle anymore. I'd love to be able to pass on the information.

But of course there are lots of other topics we should be talking about!

By the way you might want to beware about having your full name out there... you never know. The people on the forum are really cool, but there are creeps lurking everywhere. :S

Tailwinds to you.

[Biciclista]

oh and lilbolt howdy to you too, you must live near me!

[msincredible]

Oh, I just saw this thread. Oops. :o

Real name: Paula

Where do you live? SF Bay Area

Explanation of your handle: I have been told multiple times that I look like Violet Incredible (from the Incredibles movie). One time I found this side-by-side comparison on my office door. :p

http://paularickert.net/albums/userpics/normal_violet.bmp

Explanation of your avatar: see above

Age (general or specific) 37

Occupation: Field Applications Scientist for a biotech company that makes and sells research instrumentation - basically I travel a lot and visit our customers and train them in how to use the instruments and software.

Favorite bike: Whichever one I am riding! :D

What's in your stable? 2007 Orbea Onix, 2007 Birdy Yellow, steel Bianchi touring frame (in process), unicycle (still learning). Also 3 motorcycles.

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 45 mph, a couple of times descending in the bay area

Another picture of yourself or your ride?
http://paularickert.net/albums/userpics/Calaveras13.jpg

http://paularickert.net/albums/userpics/bow42.jpg

What is the biggest lie you've ever told:
Must have been something as a kid...I'm a quite truthful person (to a fault sometimes).

Most memorable moment on my bike:
Probably climbing Mt. Diablo, Mt. Hamilton, and Mt. Tam in the course of 5 days...I ended up adding on the baby mountain (San Bruno Mountain) 2 days later.

Most fun ever had on a bike?
Definitely my solo tour in Ireland!

[Grog]

Hey, Welcome to TE, PaulaIncredible! :)

[BleeckerSt_Girl]

Hey Paula, welcome!
That photo of you on the office door is pretty funny. :D

Hey, i like that you wear your warm hiking boots while riding in the cold, just like me! In fact, your picture reminds me of this one of me biking in my boots too:
http://harmonias.com/L_riding3DSC02505.jpg
:p

[beldendd]

Sure. I was in a car accident around this time last year. Ended up losing my leg, just above the knee, as a result. For me, it seemed a lot easier to ride without my prosthesis, so I don't wear it when I ride -- I had someone made a stronger clip for my left side (the one I had kept popping out), so I can peddle really well now with one leg. The only thing that sucks is that for long rides, I neither have my prosthesis nor crutches, so if I want to pop in somewhere for a snack or a drink, I end up having to do a lot of hopping. Uggh.


Hi Brooke,

Welcome to TE!

Can I ask you about your prosthetic: what happened and how you ride with it?

Thanks!

[beldendd]

I don't have my knee either -- wish I did! I lost mine about an inch and a half above my knee. I'm far from being as good of a rider than I used to be, but I've slowly gotten back to riding in the last couple of months. It's really hard work (peddling with one leg), bit it's awesome to be back out there again!


Hi Brooke and welcome to TE! Hope you have fun on the bike and on the forum. :)

I'm also anxious to learn about your leg, 'cause I'm aware of someone who lost his leg from the knee down (including the knee) recently who's a big-time cyclist, and he's was pretty desperate about not being able to cycle anymore. I'd love to be able to pass on the information.

But of course there are lots of other topics we should be talking about!

By the way you might want to beware about having your full name out there... you never know. The people on the forum are really cool, but there are creeps lurking everywhere. :S

Tailwinds to you.

[redrhodie]

Hi Brooke,

I don't know if you've seen this: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jOG83-TwIuM but I'm in awe of this guy. He's just so cool in so many ways. I'm glad you're doing so well! Welcome.

[beldendd]

Hey thanks! That was an awesome video! I hadn't seen that. Yeah, that's basically the way I ride too. Except he's smarter than me -- he has somehow strapped his crutches in there. I tried that, but I couldn't get them to stay put.


Hi Brooke,

I don't know if you've seen this: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jOG83-TwIuM but I'm in awe of this guy. He's just so cool in so many ways. I'm glad you're doing so well! Welcome.

[BleeckerSt_Girl]

Hey Brooke, maybe someone could make you a lightweight (titanium?) telescoping or collapsible crutch that you could strap on your top tube, like some people have a frame pump attached there, or on the down tube. ?

[beldendd]

Yeah, that's totally a good idea. Would need two crutches though -- I don't do well with one -- hahaha, I can hop faster! Going to talk with the guy that redid my pedal clip to see if he could do something there. The collapsable crutches I 've seen though don't get all that small. That's an awesome idea though -- going to look into all of this!! Thanks!!!


Hey Brooke, maybe someone could make you a lightweight (titanium?) telescoping or collapsible crutch that you could strap on your top tube, like some people have a frame pump attached there, or on the down tube. ?

[HillSlugger]

Brooke,

You are my hero! I'm in awe that you ride one legged. You must be one strong and determined lady.

Have a great holiday.

Nicole

[msincredible]

Thanks for the warm welcome! :)


Brooke,

You are my hero! I'm in awe that you ride one legged. You must be one strong and determined lady.

+1, I am super impressed!

[Pedal Wench]

Thanks for the warm welcome! :)



+1, I am super impressed!

+1 -- I think we should rename you "Ms. Unstoppable!!!"

I've tried doing one-legged drills, and I can barely pedal two minutes like that. More impressive is your positive attitude! Don't stop!

[maillotpois]

Welcome Brooke and Paula!

[jesvetmed]

Welcome to everyone!
Paula: Too funny that picture! I LOVE it!
Brooke: Wow. You are one amazing woman. Keep up the great attitude!
Jes

[Kelly728]

Guess I might as well introduce myself officially. :p

Real name: Kelly
Where do you live? Maryland

Explanation of your handle: Uh.. My name.. and my birthday

Age (general or specific) 22

Occupation: Research/Admin Assistant and Grad Student

Favorite bike: I'll tell you Saturday

What's in your stable? A cheapy bike that my parents gave me probably 10 years ago.

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? I'm a scaredy cat so I'll keep you posted

Biggest lie you ever told? Not sure. "No Mr. Cop, I had no idea I was speeding"

Most memorable moment on my bike: Last week at the bike shop, honestly. I haven't been on a bike in quite a while. The first test ride I felt like a kid off the training wheels but by the 3rd ride I was "flying" around that parking lot.

Most fun ever had on a bike? See above


Ok now I seem a bit boring...

[keepclimbing]

Real name: Becky
Where do you live? St. Louis, MO

Explanation of your handle: I love rock climbing, but I don't do it much anymore because of neuropathy in my toes. But I keep the handle because I love the more abstract meaning--to keep striving toward something better. (Wish I could say it's because of love biking uphill, but NO!)

Explanation of your avatar: haven't checked out the possibilities yet.

Age (general or specific) 51--how could that have happened??

Occupation: Nonprofit management

Favorite bike: the one I'm on

What's in your stable? a sweet 2004 Mercier

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 37mph downhill in Birmingham in rush hour traffic, pumping my brakes all the way, June, 2008.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? check out thousands of photos of my tour last summer on Flickr. Search for Wanderlust with Rhonda.

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: It's me, not you.

Most memorable moment on my bike: Biking into Selma, AL across the bridge where Gov. Wallace had the national guard hose down the marchers who were asking for voting rights. People died on that bridge.

Most fun ever had on a bike? Biking through NYC at the end of an 1800 mile tour!:D
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[Racermom4]

Real name: Lisa

Where do you live? Brentwood,TN

Explanation of your handle: Mother of 4 children who started racing last year.

Explanation of your avatar: Edgar Soto Criterium. This girl and I broke off from the group for the last few laps and it looks like she is suffering. Photo coming soon.

Age (general or specific) 40 years old

Occupation: At home Mom.

Favorite bike: Orbea Orca

What's in your stable? Orbea Orca, Trek 2100

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 50 something miles down Hogpen in Dahlonga, GA during the 6 Gap ride last year.

Another picture of yourself or your ride?

Most memorable moment on my bike: The highlights of my year was finishing 6 Gap in 6 hrs and 29 minutes and winning the Cat 4 TN State Championship.

Most fun I've ever had on my bike: Riding on the Natchez Trace during the evening with a full moon. Very beautiful!

[Bike Potato]

Real name: Cindy

Where do you live? Colorado Springs, CO

Explanation of your handle: I'm pretty much a lazy couch potato by nature, but once I force myself to get back into the habit of riding, I really enjoy it.

Explanation of your avatar: My kitty, Gunslinger, sitting in a box of Christmas presents from my mom, right next to one with his name on it! No great meaning, I just like the picture.

Age (general or specific) I'll be 40 in a few weeks

Occupation: IT

Favorite bike: not sure

What's in your stable? Trek 7.2 FX and a Schwinn MTB

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 35 mph just going down some inclines in town. I think I'm too chicken to try to go much faster than that!

Another picture of yourself or your ride?

Most memorable moment on my bike: Riding along a ridge near Garden of the Gods on an awesome summer day!!!! Fresh air, blue skies, sun on my skin and a beautiful view.

Most fun I've ever had on my bike: see previous question

[derailed]

Real name: not online. Just another Fred :D

Where do you live? Mid-Atlantic, they tell me. Some people call it "the TriState" but I think everyone lives in some kind of tri-state area. Then again, we could call it the Mole-hills, because they aren't really mountains!

Explanation of your handle: Back in the saddle after 20 years, I was derailed for some time.

Explanation of your avatar: I have not yet chosen one

Age (general or specific) near enough to 40 that I'm OK with it.

Occupation: I guess you could call me an artist.

Favorite bike: still looking for it

What's in your stable?
Raleigh Technium, ( too big )
Raleigh Seneca, ( errand/full loader )
Cannondale SR800, ( new to me, hurts )
Giant Rincon ( for guests )

Fastest speed on a road bike? I don't recall

Another picture of yourself or your ride? I don't have photos, sorry. I should probably get some for insurance's sake.

Most memorable moment on my bike:
My first ride, Dad running behind me, then he stopped, and I didn't!
My last ride, when the car stopped, and so did I.

Most fun I've ever had on my bike:
Honestly, some of the breakdowns where I needed a friend or relative to rescue me hours from home wound up being some of the best days. Country roads for hours, nice lunch with people I like, and a relaxing visit on the way home.
There was also a wonderful midnight ride from campus to a nearby city late at night in which I "D"d a Mavic and had to whump all the way back to the dorms.
Snow rides are also a great joy.

[Pink Diva]

Real name: Stacie

Where do you live? Metro Atlanta, GA

Explanation of your handle: I used to hate pink growing up, but after I graduated from college, I kinda fell in love with it for no particular reason. Now I have tons of pink stuff from clothes to bike bling!

Explanation of your avatar: Right now it's just my new Orbea baby that I brought home just last week.

Age: 30

Occupation: Small business owner

Favorite bike: I'm fairly new to the sport, so I don't have a particular brand that I love over any others. However, from my countless test rides I can tell you that Orbea is one of the most comfortably smooth (& fast!) rides of them all!

What's in your stable? 2009 Orbea Onix Dama TDF and a 2009 Gary Fisher HiFi Deluxe GS (on order from the LBS).

Fastest speed on a road bike? Where? When? I'll have to get back to that one considering that I just started the sport, and I'm a big baby when it comes to cold weather :p.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? No pics of me on my ride yet, but I'm sure they'll be some in the near future since I'm planning on a couple of centuries and charity rides this year.

What is the biggest lie you've ever told? That's classified!

Most memorable moment on my bike: How about a Big Wheel? Do those count? I just remember hot as hell summers in Miami, FL growing up when I would take my Strawberry Shortcake Big Wheel out into the driveway and sit under my Big Wheel Car Wash for hours...ahh, to be a kid again!

Most fun ever had on a bike: Blasting past guys that think a girl can't possibly be in better shape then them!

[cylegoddess]

Real name: Kerry
Where do you live? Canberra, Australia. California replanted.

Explanation of your handle: My bike is named Artemis,so I thought what would be the goddess of cycling? Me!

Explanation of your avatar: found it online,getting it tattooed on calf.
Age (general or specific) 46 on Dec 15th!

Occupation: Visual merchandising

Favorite bike: Orbea Onix. I love carbon fibre ones, wish I had one!

What's in your stable? Sub zero.It isnt very expensive but I love her.

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? No idea. Cycle comp( a hand me down) puzzles me, still( after 9 months! sad but true)

Another picture of yourself or your ride? I don't have any yet. I dont ride with anyone,as I cant keep up or ride far( because of illness) but working on that! My dream is to go on a group ride and keep up!


What is the biggest lie you've ever told: That I was a professional skier( at age 13).

Most memorable moment on my bike: Riding with clips and no longer falling.


Most fun ever had on a bike? recently realizing that Im not as ill,as when I started riding and actually racing little bits with husband and thinking, hey! this is FUN!!

[crazycanuck]

Cyclegoddess..I have to ask, how did you end up in Canberra of all places and how do you enjoy living in Australia? I suppose you may notice the difference(esp excitement wise) betwn cali & Canbera :rolleyes:

Welcome to the many other chickadees :)

[Mistie]

Real name: Mistie

Where do you live? Roanoke, Virginia

Explanation of your handle: my name

Explanation of your avatar: my birthday present bike
Age: 30

Occupation: earth science teacher to freshmen in high school, oh so much fun!

Favorite bike: i have had two bikes, one was a redline mountain and the other is my avatar. At this point, my pink Trek. It is so fast and light!

What's in your stable? including DH's stuff, bikes, bikes and more bikes.

Fastest speed on a road bike? Where? When? Since I just got the Trek, I got up to 30 mph going on a steep downhill in Roanoke. It was a little scary!

Another picture of yourself or your ride? I don't have pics of me riding. Sorry.

What is the biggest lie you've ever told? I am not sure.....

Most memorable moment on my bike: finally making it up my killer hill in middle chain ring on the mtn bike

Most fun ever had on a bike: i always have fun!

[tribogota]

Real name: Chloe

Where do you live? Bogota Colombia (from California though)

Explanation of your handle: started doing triathlons a year and half ago, live in bogota

Explanation of your avatar: don't know how to do that
Age: 38

Occupation: university professor, cultural studies

Favorite bike: First one and only one, the one I got in October 2008, "Andante". Mauricio Orozco put it together for me in Miami, so it is a "non" brand. It's red with racing stripes. Love it. Compact gear for major hill climbing, live at 8600feet, and it keeps going up

What's in your stable? see above

Fastest speed on a road bike? Where? When? Going down hill, but in ks, 50k and scared the **** out of myself, in a race...

Another picture of yourself or your ride? don't know how to upload
http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=1606769&l=a705d&id=656266742

What is the biggest lie you've ever told? Generally don't lie, can't remember things so best to stick to the "truth"

Most memorable moment on my bike: too soon to tell

Most fun ever had on a bike: generally always have fun

[wildeny]

Real name: how about my nickname, Little Bottle? :D

Where do you live? Pacific Asia

Explanation of your handle: Used to live in NY, so used it as part of the name.

Explanation of your avatar: Can anyone notice where it comes from? ;) If you're a mountain biker, you may know.

Age (general or specific): late 30s

Occupation: At school

Favorite bike: my new love, Fuji Finest RC 2009

What's in your stable? KHS T3 (27-speed folding bike), Fuji Finest RC 2009, and a commute bike (barely ridable)

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? I'm new to road bike. Just 44.23 kph ~ 27.64 mph on Feb 8, 2009. But with my KHS T3, it's 50.13 km/hr ~ 31.3 mph.

Most memorable moment on my bike: I slipped when riding my KHS T3 downhill. I rolled, after several turns, into a trench. Still finished the rest of the trip. I only noticed how serious my wounds were when I got back. It took me three weeks to recover. :(

Most fun ever had on a bike? Two-day biking around Prague by myself. First day biked to Okor & Divoka Sarka, and the 2nd day to Karlstejn & Svaty Jan pod Skalou. Wonderful experience. :cool:

[GeorgiaPeach]

Real name: Georgia
Where do you live? Winston-Salem, NC

Explanation of your handle: People have always called me Georgia Peach now and again since I was a kid. The other thing people say is "where's Georgia on My Mind." You get the idea...

Explanation of your avatar: working on this

Age (general or specific): 35
Occupation: physician

Favorite bike: hopefully will purchase it soon...TBD

What's in your stable? an old steel Diamondback (first road bike) and a cheap Trek mountain bike.

Fastest speed on a road bike? dunno.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? will work on this...


What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I am a horrible liar, I don't even bother as people can see right through me!

Most memorable moment on my bike: I had many and they all surround the many, many rides with one of my best friends, Michelle. She got me into biking in medical school and our long rides in the country side really helped to keep us sane and grounded. Once, we took our bikes down to Southern Pines and had a wonderful day biking 65 miles through the sandhills.

Most fun ever had on a bike? It is all fun to me!

[tulip]

Welcome, GeorgiaPeach! I'm from NC but now live in Virginia.

And welcome also wildeny. Your Prague trip sounds adventurous and fun.

[woohoo]

Real name: Lynne

Where do you live? Loch Lomond, Scotland, UK

Explanation of your handle: I actually do love the turbo :o

Explanation of your avatar: It's my old Giant mtb on the trainer in my garage

Age: 26

Occupation: research engineer

Favorite bike: I really like the old trek team bikes with the discovery channel livery.

What's in your stable? 1996 Giant Boulder 550 and a 2004 Trek 5200 (but I bought it 2nd hand so it's new to me!)

Fastest speed on a road bike? Where? When? Fastest I have a record of is a photo of me going thru an unofficial speed camera at 23mph on a borrowed mtb - we decided to race when we found it, lol. Been faster since but not with photos!

Another picture of yourself or your ride? Nothing yet but I'll get to it...

What is the biggest lie you've ever told? Umm... :o

Most memorable moment on my bike: finding out the hard way my freehub was broken and being very very very grateful not to have been further past the bus I was trying to overtake at the time!

Most fun ever had on a bike: standing on the crossbar while holding onto the handlebars "surfing" as a kid. Wouldn't dream of doing it now, but it was so much fun at the time! :D

[Zen]

Real name: not online. Just another Fred :D



You either live in Frederick or Hagerstown.

If you want somebody to ride with this year holla.
Road mountain, or towpath there's somebody on this forum (near you) to ride with.

[Kiwi Stoker]

Real name: Aysha

Where do you live? Auckland, NZ

Explanation of your handle: My other significant ride is a tandem, and I'm the stoker

Explanation of your avatar: DH and I zooming along

Age: 31

Occupation: Marketing

Favorite bike: Big Red, our Trek T2000 tandem

What's in your stable? 2008 Ruby Expert, Avanti Blade Elite (hybrid) and the above mentioned tandem (plus DH's bikes)

Fastest speed on a road bike? Where? When?
103km/hr (64 m/hr) down a hill in south Auckland on the tandem in April 08. Silly speed I know but it is a country road with little traffic and good uphill run out and the long wheel base of the tandem makes it very stable (no speed wobbles).

Another picture of yourself or your ride? Nothing recent sorry!

What is the biggest lie you've ever told? Lots of little ones but nothing big.

Most memorable moment on my bike: Not a nice one but flying over the handlebars face first into a speed hump going downhill. I smashed my shoulder joint very badly and now have metal ware. My arm and shoulder are still recorvering 7 months later.

Most fun ever had on a bike: Coming third tandem in a 90km race in which we caught the previous winning tandem (they had a puncture) and held on to them at 45km/hr for 3km before they spat us off and came 2nd. They are a very fast and fit team so just holding their tail for that long was an achievement. It's so fun to go past people downhill on the tandem, especially when we are not pedalling and they are... the look on their faces!

[pfunk12]

Real name: Patty
Where do you live? Silver Spring, MD (just outside of Washington, DC)

Explanation of your handle: A funky "rap" name that was given to me by a co-worker followed by my basketball jersey number from college.

Explanation of your avatar: What's an avatar?!

Age (general or specific) 43

Occupation: International Programs Specialist

Favorite bike: Don't know yet but I'm doing research because I'm going to buy a new bike - maybe either a Trek Madone or Specialized??

What's in your stable? Trek 2300 (a friend who thought it was too big for her gave it to me...nice friend!)

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? I've only hit 30 mph on the hills in Rock Creek Park in Washington, DC

Another picture of yourself or your ride? No pics of me...yet

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I don't lie (Ha!)

Most memorable moment on my bike: Not to be too sappy but every moment for me is memorable. I'm a former competitive runner who may not be able to run another mile due to a back bad. So cycling keeps me sane and healthy. I enjoy every moment I'm on the bike. But...have to say that watching the sun rise every morning when I commute to work is really memorable.


Most fun ever had on a bike? It's always fun!!

[HillSlugger]

Hi Patty,

Welcome to TE. There are a bunch of us from this area. Please check out the Mid-Atlantic forum under the Places to Ride header.

Nicole

[pfunk12]

Thanks so much, Nicole. I'll check it out.

Patty

[HillSlugger]

BTW, we're planning a TE-DC luncheon on March 21 (details in the Mid-Altantic Forum). Perhaps you can attend?

[Zen]

cool handle, PFunk.
Do you know this guy?

http://i206.photobucket.com/albums/bb14/zencentury/GeorgeClinton.jpg

[hayleymajayley]

Real name: Hayley
Where do you live? Auburn, WA

Explanation of your handle: Nickname from Highschool

Explanation of your avatar: Don't have one right now!

Age (general or specific) 21

Occupation: Project Expediter (doesn't that sound cooool?)

Favorite bike: Well mine I suppose!

What's in your stable? I wish I knew, I feel so dumb! It's a Lapierre

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? Last summer, going down a hill, like 23 maybe? :] Hopefully I'll beat that record this season!

Another picture of yourself or your ride? this (http://viewmorepics.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=viewImage&friendID=930838&albumID=11285&imageID=38883834) is my baby <3


What is the biggest lie you've ever told: Haha oh jeeze, I'm not sure, I don't tell big lies I don't think!

Most memorable moment on my bike: Nothing too exciting, just riding through the park in Orting :]

Most fun ever had on a bike? Hanging out with my boyfriend on the beautiful Foothills Trail :]

[pfunk12]

George Clinton! Zen - I can't stop laughing at that photo!

Patty

[divadump]

Getting to Know You!

Real name: Connie
Where do you live? somewhere in the US..hehe...

Explanation of your handle: pretty much b/c I have that diva attitude & I speak my mind at all times.

Explanation of your avatar: how do i do that?

Age (general or specific) i've been saying I'm 21 for the past few years :P

Occupation: Staff Accountant

Favorite bike: the one I've had for the past 5 yrs

What's in your stable?
'04 Trek

Fastest speed on a road bike? hmm...good ?...now i wanna know..haha..

Another picture of yourself or your ride? no pics yet...have to upload them

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: "LIE" that word doesn't exist in my vocabulary ;)

Most memorable moment on my bike: The time i did the silliest turn and fell off my bike and as a result still have this nasty huge scar on my knee...it's sad i know..haha...

Most fun ever had on a bike? racing w/my friend on sunday mornings

[JBcycle]

Well, since I've been lurking on TE for over a year, I figured it was time to speak up!

Real name: Not tellin'

Where do you live? In the west

Explanation of your handle: just my initials and, crazy enough, I cycle.

Explanation of your avatar: my puppy

Age (general or specific) in my 30's

Occupation: piano teacher, sahm

Favorite bike: mine

What's in your stable? Jamis Xenith Race

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 40 mph with a giant group of men during a century ride

Another picture of yourself or your ride? sorry, no pics

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I don't lie, I promise!

Most memorable moment on my bike: Finishing my first century last year, Little Red Riding Hood. It was great.

Most fun ever had on a bike? Can't think of any specific moment, I try to always have fun

[Kuota Rider]

Real name: Karen

Where do you live?:
Clovis, CA

Explanation of your handle:
I ride a Kuota Kebel. Seemed simple enough.

Explanation of your avatar:
I love Tigger...what can I say?

Age (general or specific):
Turned 46 on Jan. 26th!

Occupation:
I am a Retail Clerk, which means I work at a grocery store. I have for 24 years. My current title??? Well that would be anything my boss doesn't want or doesn't have time to do. I guess that would make me an Administrative Asst.

Favorite bike:
If I would have answered this last year it would have been a Bianchi C2C. I'm glad I waited...I now own the above stated Kuota. Looooove it...!!!

What's in your stable?
I may need more space for this one....let me think. There is my husband's old Bianchi (12,000 miles on it), there is my "old" Trek 5200, (I think it had about 400 miles on it), then there is the bike I thought I would ride because it was going to be more comfortable, (we're not even going to discuss that one), and there is my husband's Calfee Tetra Pro and my bike the Kuota Kebel.

Fastest speed on a road bike?:
Somewhere between 32 and 35mph. Downhill and pedaling like crazy.

Another picture of yourself or your ride?:
You don't really want to see that, trust me...:eek:


What is the biggest lie you've ever told:
Uh...hmmm...I'll get back to you on that one.

Most memorable moment on my bike: The first time I made it up what we call "Crybaby Hill". It's only about 1/4 mile, but the incline is substantial.

Most fun ever had on a bike?:
Finishing my first metric century ride. That equates to about 62 miles. The ride itself was excrutiating because I had not trained enough for it, but it was a great accomplishment for me.

[Crankin]

Hi Karen!
I have a Kuota Kebel, too. I just traded my Kuota Kredo frame for the Kebel last September (the Kredo was too big).
I had a Trek 5200, too, but with a lot more than 400 miles on it...

[Biciclista]

it's great getting to meet all you new people!
WELCOME TO TE!

[skinimini]

Real name: Betsy
Where do you live? Atlanta, Georgia

Explanation of your handle: I'm well on the road to losing a lot of weight (62 lbs as of today-hence the skini) and mini refers to my absolutely awesome, loaded British Racing Green Mini Cooper. I bought it as a reward for 50 lbs lost. But hey, this is a bike forum, so my new love is my brand new Canondale rorange Synapse 4!

Explanation of your avatar: No pictures yet, I'm a newbie for road biking. This is a picture of my cat--George--licking his chops over a wayward tree frog.

Age: 52

Occupation: Educational Consultant

Favorite bike: I'd have to say my new Canondale Synapse 4.

What's in your stable? Canondale Synapse 4, Trek 7.5 FX

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? About 25 mph, downhill close to my house (serious braking all the way down). The speed just about scared the life out of me! Remember, I'm a newbie.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? No pictures yet.

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I cannot tell a lie.

Most memorable moment on my bike: Memorable only in a harrowing sort of way. Last summer, after only a few weeks back on a bicycle, I was riding the Silver Comet Trail here in metro Atlanta. It's a really cool rails to trails path that gets a lot of use from all sorts of people. However, weekends can be a little challenging for bikers, as there are many skaters, walkers with children, dogs, strollers, etc. I was getting ready to cross a narrow bridge, approaching it with a greatly reduced speed. There was a family with several kids just ahead. I announced my presence loudly and expected mom to make sure the children were safely to one side. At the last second, mom and a toddler darted to the opposite side, leaving about 2 ft of space through which I could navigate. I just knew I was going to hit those people. I slammed on the brakes, wrenched my feet out of the clipless pedals (remember I'm a newbie), and stopped on a dime without crashing into anyone or anything! As I caught my breath and said a prayer of thanks, an obviously very experienced cyclist approached from the other direction and congratulated me with "nice stop, I'm impressed". What could have been a disastrous situation, turned out to be just a little bit of an ego booster. I am now sooo much more careful on that trail and try to ride only on weekdays.

Most fun ever had on a bike? About 10 years ago, I completed a MS 150 on a hybrid bike. I had no idea road bikes would make things just a little easier.
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[skinimini]

I looked at my last post this morning and thought it sounded a little arrogant. Please, let me clarify.

1. Car purchase was not on a whim. My 15 y/o veh. was on its last legs.
2. I believe in sharing the road (and trails) with everyone and make sure I follow all safety rules.
3. I love my hybrid bike! Cycling (on and off) over the years on my Trek hybrids has given me the confidence to get out and try something a little out of my comfort zone-like road biking. I'd probably try Mtn biking, but I just know I would end up in a hospital somewhere.

It's cold this morning in ATL, but supposed to have '70's by the weekend. Spring's just around the corner.

[veghead]

Hi guys! I'm new here but this seems about as good of a way to introduce myself as any! I found this board while doing a search for a saddle that won't kill my girlie bits. I'm so glad I found you all!

Real name: Amber

Where do you live? Abingdon, Maryland

Explanation of your handle: I'm a vegetarian :)

Explanation of your avatar: Very simply - I'm obsessed with my pets (seems like a lot of you on this board are. I love it!)

Age (general or specific): 28

Occupation: Interior Designer

Favorite bike: I don't know much about them, but I like mine enough...

What's in your stable? Trek 1600 WSD

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 32 going downhill in my neighborhood last summer

Another picture of yourself or your ride? If I figure out how to post pics, I would post one from my triathlon last fall...I was about to topple over but pulled out the save!

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: In 5th grade I told my teacher I helped Nintendo come up with ideas for new games. Seriously.

Most memorable moment on my bike: I was leaving my grandmom's driveway last summer and merging onto a busy street. Because I'm still getting used to my stupid clipless pedals I ended up toppling over and smashing into her mailbox. She of course has no clue what I was up against and yells "Don't you know how to ride a bike yet?"

Most fun ever had on a bike? Still waiting for it. I honestly don't like it very much yet (I blame the pedals). But I'm sticking with it!!

[tab123]

Well I have posted a number of times but always forget to say who I am, so here goes:

Real name: Karen

Where do you live? Chicago

Explanation of your handle: Named after my favorite soda. Yes, they still make Tab, and it still has that wonderful bitter taste. (I am the only woman I know who enjoys Tab but has never smoked cigarettes.)

Explanation of your avatar: don't have one

Age (general or specific) mid-40s.

Occupation: I come here to forget work.

Favorite bike: my Serotta Legend Ti

What's in your stable? In addition to my favorite, Dutch Bike Company Oma and Surly Karate Monkey.

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 41 mph on a downhill with lots of wind.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? Will post that later.

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I love your peach pie. (To my wonderful grandmother in-law. And I ate the whole piece)

Most memorable moment on my bike: First ride on my Stingray.

Most fun ever had on a bike? any ride in the sun (we are sun deprived in the Midwest)

[papaver]

Real name: Ann

Where do you live? Europe

Explanation of your handle: Papaver is dutch for poppy's...

Explanation of your avatar: don't have one

Age (general or specific) 39.

Occupation: advertising

Favorite bike: my 'orange' bike. :D

What's in your stable? I have a Merckx gara lady, a brompton, and a citybike

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 39 mph yesterday. It was very windy though. :D

Another picture of yourself or your ride? no thanks

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: not very good at it, I'm afraid.

Most memorable moment on my bike: my encounter with a deer.

Most fun ever had on a bike? It's always fun.

[Kuota Rider]

Hi Karen!
I have a Kuota Kebel, too. I just traded my Kuota Kredo frame for the Kebel last September (the Kredo was too big).
I had a Trek 5200, too, but with a lot more than 400 miles on it...

I hope you love yours as much as I love mine. I couldn't believe the difference from the Trek to the Kuota. I noticed it the very first time I rode it. I put full Campy componentry on it which is worlds better than Shimano, well at least in my opinion. The shifting is much more precise.
I'm glad you introduced yourself. You don't see too many Kuota riders out there. I think we are sort of an "elite" group. :D Tee hee!!

Take care and don't forget when you unclip from the right side, you had better be leaning to the right!

[djgafi]

Real name: milly

Where do you live? milan, italy

Explanation of your handle: huh?

Explanation of your avatar: Edna Mode! my fave animation character from the Incredibles

Age (general or specific): 41

Occupation: tecno DJ/Producer/Label owner/radio host

Favorite bike: mine!!!

What's in your stable? Cannondale Synapse Carbon

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 42km/h downhill ;-)... last saturday. On the flats about 31km/h with a slight wind favor, on sunday.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? yes in my profile... but not while riding...

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: mmmm can't remember, i don't lie very often

Most memorable moment on my bike: finishing up a steep 4 km long hill. it felt like it was 10% steep, but it was probably much much less ;-)

Most fun ever had on a bike? each time i ride through soft hilly countryside, sun shining, amazing nature around...
i dream of taking my bike to africa for a tour there!! and some parts of the US too!
;-)

[Biciclista]

Real name: milly

Where do you live? milan, italy

Explanation of your handle: huh?

Explanation of your avatar: Edna Mode! my fave animation character from the Incredibles

Age (general or specific): 41

Occupation: tecno DJ/Producer/Label owner/radio host

Favorite bike: mine!!!

What's in your stable? Cannondale Synapse Carbon

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 42km/h downhill ;-)... last saturday. On the flats about 31km/h with a slight wind favor, on sunday.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? yes in my profile... but not while riding...

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: mmmm can't remember, i don't lie very often

Most memorable moment on my bike: finishing up a steep 4 km long hill. it felt like it was 10% steep, but it was probably much much less ;-)

Most fun ever had on a bike? each time i ride through soft hilly countryside, sun shining, amazing nature around...
i dream of taking my bike to africa for a tour there!! and some parts of the US too!
;-)

Welcome to TE !

[batsheva]

Real name: Fiona

Where do you live? Orlando, FL - previously Auckland, New Zealand - previously Sheffield, England!

Explanation of your handle: part of my Hebrew name

Explanation of your avatar: it's really me!

Age: 40

Occupation: RN

Favorite bike: mine

What's in your stable? Cannondale Synapse Alloy/105; Specialized Rockhopper, Specialized Ruby Expert Carbon/Ultegra SL

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 30mph on a trail near Orlando

Most memorable moment on my bike: arriving at the Red Sea in Eilat

Most fun ever had on a bike? Drafting behind any cute guy!!!

[djgafi]

Welcome to TE !

thanks

i find this forum to be fantastic!! this is a great project and very unique, since women riders are so few!
nice to have a place where to interact and stick together!

:-)

[txred9876]

name: Tina

Where do you live? Austin,TX

Explanation of your handle:
TX because thats where I live.
Red - for my hair color
9876 - they have no meaning at all... I tried several different versions of txred.....a long time ago and nothing worked so I picked 9876.

Explanation of your avatar: don't have one yet

Age (general or specific) I just turned 39 (for real!) on Jan 19th

Occupation: system analyst for state of tx

Favorite bike: Don't know yet

What's in your stable? Cannondale dual assault

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? I hit 31.2 going down the hill by my house, but I am sure I went faster when the Great Pyranees chased me on sunday!

Another picture of yourself or your ride? I don't have any of myself riding yet.

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: This is one of my all time pet peeves so I do not lie.


Most memorable moment on my bike: Since I am new to the bike I would have to say last night because I rode 16 miles and made it up this really big hill 3 out of 5 times (this was the first time riding so I didn't quite get it the first two!)

Most fun ever had on a bike? Not sure yet! I hope to have many more fun hours riding with friends and making new friends.

tina

[sgtiger]

Hello, everyone! Welcome to the world of TE. It's a good place to be.... When you're not on a bike, of course!

[Teeny]

Where do you live? La Svezia

Explanation of your handle: 'Cause i'm teeny...

Explanation of your avatar: don't have one yet

Age (general or specific) 28 going on 18

Occupation: Sewing neatly and stopping things from bleeding (vascular surgery...)

Favorite bike: Mmmm, not sure but really like the look of cervelo

What's in your stable? Giant TCR composite team, GTZR4, Trek something for commuting

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 40.2 slightly downhill outside Pampisford (outside Cambridge UK)

Another picture of yourself or your ride? I don't have any of myself riding yet.

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: Hmmm, have to think about that one.

Most memorable moment on my bike: All those lovely summer rides together with a few mates no wind, just sun and speeding along next to the rapeseed fields!

Most fun ever had on a bike? I'm going to have to get back on that one too I'm afraid...

[Biciclista]

wow, Djgafi, texred and Teeny, i'm glad to see you posting in here, (and batsheva, it's about time! :rolleyes:

Djgafi, I noticed that not too many women ride bikes in Italy, that's for sure. When we went to bike shops there, I noticed there were very few bikes made with a woman in mind. However, i noticed that motorists were much nicer to cyclists in the roads at least in Piacenza where we were riding.

Txred, keep riding. And you don't have to ride further every time you try. Just keep riding.

Teeny, do you know Italian?

[txred9876]

wow, Djgafi, texred and Teeny, i'm glad to see you posting in here, (and batsheva, it's about time! :rolleyes:

Djgafi, I noticed that not too many women ride bikes in Italy, that's for sure. When we went to bike shops there, I noticed there were very few bikes made with a woman in mind. However, i noticed that motorists were much nicer to cyclists in the roads at least in Piacenza where we were riding.

Txred, keep riding. And you don't have to ride further every time you try. Just keep riding.
Teeny, do you know Italian?


I do not feel like I am riding up to my potential. I actually felt pretty good after my last 16 mile ride. If it had not been getting dark I probably would have went another round or two!

Tina

[Teeny]

wow, Djgafi, texred and Teeny, i'm glad to see you posting in here, (and batsheva, it's about time! :rolleyes:

Djgafi, I noticed that not too many women ride bikes in Italy, that's for sure. When we went to bike shops there, I noticed there were very few bikes made with a woman in mind. However, i noticed that motorists were much nicer to cyclists in the roads at least in Piacenza where we were riding.

Txred, keep riding. And you don't have to ride further every time you try. Just keep riding.

Teeny, do you know Italian?
Nope, except maybe a frase or two from the section at the back of the guidebook...:D

[Biciclista]

Nope, except maybe a frase or two from the section at the back of the guidebook...:D

like "La Svezia?"
:D

[Teeny]

like "La Svezia?"
:D

Yeah, and pizza and francobolli and buon giorno.... etc...:p

Speaking of Italian, a couple of friends of mine went on a road trip to Italy last summer. One of the girls is a reasonably fluent Italian speaker as she's worked and lived in Milan for a while. However, the fluency apparently did not extend to traffic signs as they came to realise. They were driving on some small mountain roads going towards Carrara (?) regularly passing signs reading 'Rallantare'. My 'fluent' friend somehow interpreted this as meaning 'honk', so thus, they went honking down the mountain. Obviosuly, other drivers stared at them clearly thinking they were nuts. As they got back to the hotel, my friend got her dictionary out and eventually realised it meant nothing along the lines of 'honk if you can read this sign'... (Am I right in recalling that it means 'slow down'?)

[Britpower]

Real name: Sandra
Where do you live? Livermore, Ca, U.S.A.

Explanation of your handle: I'm British, power, explains itself
Explanation of your avatar:

Age 41

Occupation: Horse trainer and instructor

Favorite bike: Colnago cx-1

What's in your stable? 2 Colnagos's, one Trek and 1 Kona Major Jake

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 46.5, Patterson Pass 2008 Cinderella Challenge ride

Another picture of yourself or your ride? Not yet


What is the biggest lie you've ever told: Can't remember

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[lph]

Hi Sandra, I recognize your name from bikejournal. Welcome! :)

[Suzie Green]

Real name: Suzanne

Where do you live: Massachusetts, in the boondocks

Explanation of your handle: I'm not very creative with forum nick names!

Explanation of your avatar: My husband's favorite photo of me

Age: 54 on Ground Hog Day

Occupation: Retired early and loving it

Favorite bike: Each time I get a new one it's my favorite

What's in your stable? Cannondale road bike, Specialized MTB

Fastest speed on a road bike: 53 mph, off Rabbit Ears Pass in Colorado

Another picture of yourself or your ride: I'll see if I can dig one up

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I'm too old to remember it and too embarassed to bring it up anyway!

Most memorable moment on my bike: Riding with my brother and my Dad (before he passed away) and pretending we were in the Tour de France

Most fun ever had on a bike: Riding the Bicycle Tour of Colorado

[uforgot]

Hi Suzie. Are you the same Suzie Green from bikeforums? Anyway, welcome to TE!

[Suzie Green]

Hi Claudia! Yes that's me. Someone on BF recommended this to me...I hadn't even known it existed. I'm always the last one to find out about fun stuff. Even my own kids call me Mrs Clueless. :rolleyes:

[HillSlugger]

Welcome Suzie. You share a birthday with my grandmother.

[Birder_on_Bike]

Real name: Alison

Where do you live: Michigan

Explanation of your handle: I'm quite a prolific (or obsessive, to put it negatively) birder, and attempt to combine it with all my other hobbies/obsessions. I don't have a road bike YET, but that should be changing in the next week or so.

Explanation of your avatar: Don't have one yet. :p

Age: Sixteen

Occupation: Student!

Favorite bike: I don't really have one yet, as I'm new to this!

What's in your stable? Gary Fisher MTB, soon (likely) a Specialized Allez.

Fastest speed on a road bike: Can't answer that one.

Another picture of yourself or your ride: ...Or this one!

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I don't have to lie that often. :o

Most memorable moment on my bike: Definitely running over a fox squirrel that almost sent me flying...tried to miss it, but it changed directions at the last minute.

Most fun ever had on a bike: Riding the Kal-Haven trail near my house, when there's no one else on it.

[papaver]

Have fun with your Specialized Allez, it's a really cool bike!

[HillSlugger]

I hate those kamikaze squirrels!

I love my 2005 Allez. Fast and fun!

[hipmama]

Real name: Tamara

Where do you live? Albany, NY

Explanation of your handle: Rebelmama group - zine-book stuff

Explanation of your avatar: that I have not put one up yet!

Age (general or specific): 34

Occupation: Holistic Health Counselor, Author, Fundraiser, Mom, Domestic goddess.

Favorite bike: In search of.

What's in your stable? Our red tandem, my cannondale hybrid, a zebra roadie, and soon to be my trick roadie.

Fastest speed on a road bike? Probably around 30-35? I get scared so maybe not...

Another picture of yourself or your ride? I'll get to that.

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: "Yeah, that was good for me too ;)"

Most memorable moment on my bike: The kick off for a 400 mile ride with an awesome pack of riders.

Most fun ever had on a bike? This one day when I was in college, I had poison ivy and had been given steroids to calm it down (never again!) and I couldn't sleep or eat and I got on my bike in the morning and road around the mountains until the sun went down that night. All through beautiful farms, waterfalls, hasidic village... loved it. Never got tired.

[Shaula]

Real name: Shaula

Where do you live? Folkston, Georgia

Explanation of your handle: My name

Explanation of your avatar: I just love this picture of Albert Einstein riding a bike

Age (general or specific) 48 in June

Occupation: Parapro in Media Center

Favorite bike: Well, the one I ride now - OCR Giant 3 - I know there are better bikes but I tend to get sentimental....

What's in your stable? Giant OCR 3

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 29 - going down a steep hill

Another picture of yourself or your ride? I don't have very many pixs of myself - I hate having my pix taken

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I told my kids at school that I was in a rock and roll band. I was playing a CD on my computer of Jerry Lee Lewis and I told them I was the piano player. They believed me!!

Most memorable moment on my bike: I live near the Okefenokee Swamp - I was riding around the loop in the swamp and looked down my leg and there was a cottonmouth lying as I was pedalling my right foot down. Its mouth was wide opened. I about died, literally and figuratively

Most fun ever had on a bike? I did a Mardis Gras ride in St. Marys, Georgia. It was rainy and extremely windy. I always call it the best worst ride ever. I was soaked and boy was it cold. However, after I got finished, I got a deep tissue massage which made it all worth it!

[MyLitespeed]

Real name: Mary

Where do you live? San Diego, California

Explanation of your handle: The bike I own

Explanation of your avatar: Don't have one

Age (general or specific) 57

Occupation: Retired

Favorite bike: Litespeed, Blueridge

What's in your stable? Litespeed Blueridge, Comotion Speedster tandem

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 37, Tour de Palm Springs on the back of our tandem

Another picture of yourself or your ride? Tandem (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v338/Litespeed/Bicycling/FB_APCH__464.jpg)
My friends and I (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v338/Litespeed/Bicycling/DSCN1245.jpg) I'm on the left

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: Can't remember, I try not to lie.

Most memorable moment on my bike: After I sold my horse and made my husband take me down to the local little bike shop to buy my first real bike since I was a kid. Couldn't keep me off the bike once I got my bike balance back.

Most fun ever had on a bike? That's a tough one, I've had so many. Probably that first bike ride down the street after I got my little mountain bike home and did my first mile -- I was thrilled!

[thdwflawyer]

Real name: Christina
Where do you live? Sacramento, California

Explanation of your handle: I'm a future lawyer and tree hugging dirt worshiper.

Explanation of your avatar: N/A

Age (general or specific): nearly a quarter century

Occupation: Currently a Medical Transcriptionist while I wait for classes to start.

Favorite bike: Love Terry and Bianchi.

What's in your stable? entry-level Diamondback MTB.

Fastest speed on a road bike? N/A

Another picture of yourself or your ride? None yet!

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: "Yeah, I made it from scratch!" as someone complimented me on my homemade bread.

Most memorable moment on my bike: Helping my mom get back to riding after a knee/hand accident. She hadn't ridden in over 10 years!

Most fun ever had on a bike? Anything long-distance on my MTB, but recently I had a blast trying new tricks on a trail near my house.

[Heifzilla]

Real name: Lesa

Where do you live? N. Illinois, almost in Wisconsin

Explanation of your handle: Long story. The heif refers to a joke between me and a friend of mine, and the zilla is because I tend to go crazy researching, and getting into a topic I'm interested in.

Explanation of your avatar: That would be my bike :)

Age (general or specific): 38

Occupation: Vet tech

Favorite bike: I love my Raleigh, but I don't have experience with any others to compare

What's in your stable? 1998(99?) Raleigh SC-200

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? Never been on a "road" bike. I also tend to pootle, so really fast for me is about 17 mph.

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: Biggest? Not sure. I try not to tell huge lies. White lies, sure, they're part of life.


Most memorable moment on my bike: After my first 10+ mile ride. I was riding on the stock saddle and it wasn't good for me (I didn't realize it then but my sit bones were straddling the sides of it). Combined with the fact that I hadn't been on a bike in years...I literally couldn't walk. The fact that I ever go back on my bike says a lot.

Most fun ever had on a bike? I enjoy pretty much everytime I get on my bike, especially when I am riding with my husband. I don't have a "most fun" moment that I can remember, though.

[reddDesign]

oo i never did this. i'll do it now!

Real name: Ashley

Where do you live? Northshore, MA

Explanation of your handle: My nickname is Red, since I have red hair, and my company's name is Redd-Design.

Explanation of your avatar: bike + car

Age (general or specific): 22

Occupation: student for another semester, freelance design/photography

Favorite bike: I <3 my Trek because it's fast, but I also love my Raleigh since it was my first real road bike, and is beautiful, and I love my Columbia since it was my grandmother's bike.

What's in your stable? Gitane, Raleigh, Columbia, Trek

Fastest speed on a road bike? 45

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: This is a bit personal, but I told my parents I was still in band...and I wasn't...(played alto sax).

Most memorable moment on my bike: Getting lost with my bf at the time on a Tour de Cure Ride. Went an extra 8 miles but enjoyed all of it.

Most fun ever had on a bike? Everytime I ride, and seeing the results of the riding, and seeing new places I normally drive by, and clicking into the big ring on descents...and...and...

[TxDoc]

Speaking of Italian, a couple of friends of mine went on a road trip to Italy last summer. One of the girls is a reasonably fluent Italian speaker as she's worked and lived in Milan for a while. However, the fluency apparently did not extend to traffic signs as they came to realise. They were driving on some small mountain roads going towards Carrara (?) regularly passing signs reading 'Rallantare'. My 'fluent' friend somehow interpreted this as meaning 'honk', so thus, they went honking down the mountain. Obviosuly, other drivers stared at them clearly thinking they were nuts. As they got back to the hotel, my friend got her dictionary out and eventually realised it meant nothing along the lines of 'honk if you can read this sign'... (Am I right in recalling that it means 'slow down'?)

This is one funny story, and yes, you recall correctly - it does mean slow down :)
Welcome to TE!

[TxDoc]

Djgafi, I noticed that not too many women ride bikes in Italy, that's for sure. When we went to bike shops there, I noticed there were very few bikes made with a woman in mind. However, i noticed that motorists were much nicer to cyclists in the roads at least in Piacenza where we were riding.

This is a very interesting observation.
It depends on the region maybe?
I actually grew up in Italy, in Tuscany - where a whole lot of people ride their bikes. When we were young with my sister we used to go out with big groups of cyclists, most of them were on amateur racing teams, and about half of them were women. Some of those people have turned pro over the years.
Of course there was no 'women-specific' anything in the bike shops at that time, just the team mechanic that would fit you on a bike according to your measurements and riding goals, regardless whether you were a man or a woman. Maybe this is in part due to the roads - some regions have more bike-friendly roads than others. Tuscany, Lazio, Emilia-Romagna, Liguria and others have great bike routes, to name a few. And drivers are more used to see bicycles everywhere, so they tend to be a tad bit more friendly.

But I too have noticed that in some other regions of Italy you don't see many women cyclists - for example traveling in the southern regions I remember seeing women commuters but very few women training or racing. I recall thinking that it seemed weird, especially considering that soccer and cyclism are a national sport in Italy. I mean it's a Country where people close their business to drive somewhere and see a stage of the Giro, public places turn on their TV's for everyone to gather and watch the race, it's like being in France during the Tour. A whole lot of fun, really :)
But that was of course years and years ago, so I'm not sure if it's the same now...

[Serottarider]

Real name: Elizabeth

Where do you live? Spokane,WA

Explanation of your handle: I ride a Serotta

Explanation of your avatar: I love my Serotta

Age (general or specific): 44

Occupation: I'm in radio

Favorite bike: My Serotta

What's in your stable? Serotta Fierte, Specialized Stump Jumper,
Redline Conquest Team

Fastest speed on a road bike? +/- 37mph

Another picture of yourself or your ride? I'm working on it

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: "That was the best, ever!"

Most memorable moment on my bike: staying in the saddle all the way up Arbor Crest hill when I was 25 pounds heavier than I am now.

Most fun ever had on a bike? Any time on my bike is fun

[katieliz]

Real name: Katie
Where do you live? Fayetteville, AR

Explanation of your handle: It's a rather uncreative mixture of my first name (Katie) and my middle name (Elizabeth)

Age (general or specific) late 20s

Occupation: PhD student - molecular biology

Favorite bike: mine! (2008 Specialized Dolce Elite) Though I rode a high-end Ruby at a demo several months ago...wouldn't say no to the 8 grand I need to add it to my family.

What's in your stable? 2008 Specialized Dolce Elite, 2009 Myka Expert FSR

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 44.5 going down Tower Hill (a locally well-known climb for weekend jaunts), December? Jan? -- all the cold months run together.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? Not many exist--I'm usually behind the camera when I remember to bring it.

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I don't own up to any humdingers--I've tried to make them all sound true!

Most memorable moment on my bike: My first week with clipless pedals, while stopped at a stop sign, I fell over in slow motion with 10 cars and 5 or 6 riders watching.

Most fun ever had on a bike? the day I made it up a hill without stopping when no one thought I'd be able to do it. real supportive, huh? Felt good to prove them all wrong, though I've found some better folks to ride with.

[jessica47201]

Real name: Jessica

Where do you live? Columbus and Madison, Indiana

Explanation of your handle: I had to get an email address when I was leaving for the army, so I picked my first name and my zipcode for where I was living at that time. Not very original!!!

Explanation of your avatar: I was having a really bad day at work, and just stumbled across this picture. And it make me smile and laugh. The gorilla looked so happy and the picture just warmed my heart. I later researched the picture and found out that the his name was snowflake. He died of skin cancer on November 24, 2003. In his lifetime he fathered 21 children and had 10 grandchildren. To this day if I'm having a bad day I just look at Snowflake and it makes me happy!!

Age: Just turned 30!

Occupation: Military

Favorite bike: My new 2009 Cannondale Cyclocross 5

What's in your stable? 2009 Cannondale Cyclocross 5, and I just sold my 2008 Trek 4500 WSD.

Fastest speed on a road bike? I was riding down a hill at Clifty Falls State Park and when I looked down at my computer I saw 31 miles an hour!!! I was pretty excited.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? I don't have any at this time.

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: "I didn't do it!"

Most memorable moment on my bike: When I was like 11 I was riding my bike without using my hands, while rounding a curve, when german shepard came out fo nowhere and ran in front of me. I ran right in him!! Once I got back on my bike I rode the rest of the way home, bleeding everywhere. As soon as I got into the driveway, there were my new neighbors, talking to my parents and there I was crying and bleeding!!

Most fun ever had on a bike? Well I'm pretty new at this, so just getting on my bike is fun right now. But in June I'll be participating in my first group/benefit ride!!!

[canonsue]

Real Name: Sue

Where do you live: Conifer, Colorado

Explanation of your handle: My official title is The Rev. Canon, but I have fun with using Canon Sue on forums. Nobody gets it, I have been called cannon sue and even canyon sue.

No avatar yet.

Age: 49

Occupation: IT Director, Network Systems Engineer

Favorite bike: My new 2009 Surly Long Haul Trucker

What is in your stable: LHT and Trek mountain bike

Fastest speed? Hmm...give me time.

Picture: Coming soon

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: That is also coming soon.

Most memorable moment on my bike: Many years ago when I lived in Taiwan, I used to commute with a Giant road bike. One time a motorscooter passed me with a dangling bungee cord. It hooked on to my front fork and I was being pulled along. As my concern started to rise, all of a sudden it came off and sprung back to the scooter with a loud "BANG". The guy on the scooter slowed down and was looking all around as I just cycled by as if nothing happened.

Most fun on a bike: Slick Rock Trail. I loved going down those huge rocks. I was not very good at going up.:(

[Fredwina]

Well, I pedaled my Bacchetta to St Mark's Episcopal Parish today, so I know "Canon" Sue means!:)
FHS,
Fredwina, DOK

[moserpower]

Real name: Marie-Therese
Where do you live? Oakland, CA

Explanation of your handle: My first bike was a Moser and I loved it.

Age (general or specific) 35

Occupation: Professor of French and Arabic

Favorite bike: the one I have (Look 585)

What's in your stable? above mentioned Look and an Alite mountain bike that is heavy as the dickens

Fastest speed on a road bike? 59 mph

Another picture of yourself or your ride? Haven't figured out how to upload photos yet

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: Hmmm, don't want to divulge

Most memorable moment on my bike: Believe it or not it was getting squeezed off the road by a truck driver in Morocco, getting horribly scraped up, getting picked up by a man and his son on a buggy pulled by a donkey, and having him kindly drive me back into town and wish me lots of children. Getting treated by the doctor afterwards was even more fun, and it involved wine as anaesthetic

Most fun ever had on a bike? Falling in love with my soon to be husband while lugging up Mount Diablo.
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Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, champagne in one hand, strawberries in the other, body thoroughly used up, totally worn out and screaming: "Yeah Baby! What a Ride!"

[Grog]

Welcome Moserpower!

That Morocco story sounds priceless. :)

[anablanco]

Real name: Ana

Where do you live? Roswell, GA

Explanation of your handle: It's just my name... I have to come up with something appropriate that really describes who I am

Explanation of your avatar: I'm working on it...

Age (general or specific): 44

Occupation: Project Manager, Commercial Real Estate Development

Favorite bike: I would say my favorite is my '08 Trek Madone 5.1 WSD. I just got it yesterday. It's absolutely beautiful! My MTB is pretty sweet too :D

What's in your stable? above mentioned Madone and Fuel EX8 WSD

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? I live in an area with a lot of hills so I can hit a good 30 mph. I'm hoping to surpass that real soon.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? I'll have to get to that sometime.

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: Can't think of anything... I try not to lie

Most memorable moment on my bike: Actually that was just this week. I went out for a 26 mile ride with my husband. I have recently lost about 35 lbs and have been riding a lot of hills and riding on my stationary bike since the weather has been so nasty. I realized that I have gotten into great shape. A ride that used to be so difficult was a lot of fun. It was a beautiful ride along the river. The weather was just stunning. It felt so good to get be able to enjoy the scenery. In the past I was just trying to survive.

Most fun ever had on a bike? Trying out my new MTB. It was sweet!
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[Zen]

Fastest speed on a road bike? 59 mph



:confused:MPH? or KPH?:confused:

[jobob]

Most fun ever had on a bike? Falling in love with my soon to be husband while lugging up Mount Diablo.

Cheers! :cool:

[jobob]

I realized that I have gotten into great shape. A ride that used to be so difficult was a lot of fun.

That's excellent. :cool:

[maillotpois]

:confused:MPH? or KPH?:confused:

I'm guessing it is MPH (because she's from the US). Not unheard of - I will hit 55 - 60 coming down Carson pass, depending on wind, etc.

[Zen]

So do you want to be cremated or buried? ;)

[maillotpois]

Buried because SK and I planned out what our tombstones would say during a ride once... :p I suppose you could print it on an urn, though,

[SadieKate]

So do you want to be cremated or buried? ;)I've been on the back of a tandem at 62 mph airborne across a steel-decked bridge. Next time it happens, hubby will be cremated -- on the spot. :p

[anabanana]

Real name: Ana

Where do you live? GA

Explanation of your handle: childhood nickname

Explanation of your avatar: I love pink!

Age (general or specific): 44

Occupation: Project Manager, Commercial Real Estate Development

Favorite bike: I would say my favorite is my '08 Trek Madone 5.1 WSD. I just got it. It's absolutely beautiful! My MTB is pretty sweet too

What's in your stable? above mentioned Madone and Fuel EX8 WSD

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? I live in an area with a lot of hills so I can hit a good 30 mph. I'm hoping to surpass that real soon.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? I'll have to get to that sometime.

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: Can't think of anything... I try not to lie

Most memorable moment on my bike: Actually that was just this week. I went out for a 26 mile ride with my husband. I have recently lost about 35 lbs and have been riding a lot of hills and riding on my stationary bike since the weather has been so nasty. I realized that I have gotten into great shape. A ride that used to be so difficult was a lot of fun. It was a beautiful ride along the river. The weather was just stunning. It felt so good to get be able to enjoy the scenery. In the past I was just trying to survive.

Most fun ever had on a bike? Trying out my new MTB. It was sweet!

[HillSlugger]

Welcome Ana! I love your quote.

[msincredible]

Most memorable moment on my bike: Actually that was just this week. I went out for a 26 mile ride with my husband. I have recently lost about 35 lbs and have been riding a lot of hills and riding on my stationary bike since the weather has been so nasty. I realized that I have gotten into great shape. A ride that used to be so difficult was a lot of fun. It was a beautiful ride along the river. The weather was just stunning. It felt so good to get be able to enjoy the scenery. In the past I was just trying to survive.

That's great, congrats! :)

[anabanana]

Thanks! I feel great...:D

[cylegoddess]

Real name: Kerry
Where do you live? Canberra, Australia
Explanation of your handle: There are Goddess of other things, why not bicycles?
Explanation of your avatar: Found it online. Id like a tattoo of it.

Age (general or specific) 40

Occupation: Visual Merchandising

Favorite bike: Pining away for Orbea Onyx( womens version) and a Orbea Orca

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? No idea, bike comp is broken.

Another picture of yourself or your ride?I need to get some


What is the biggest lie you've ever told: That I was a professional skier, at age 14! What I meant that I could ski black diamond


Most memorable moment on my bike: When I realized that I had rode 28 km round trip, for the first time after 5 years really ill ad barely able to walk.

Most fun ever had on a bike? I recently rode to work,and stopped in a cyclist cafe filled with guys and pretty bikes. I was finally one of them. I was also high all day from the endorphins. Then I got to ride home later and feel, well Like a cyclist!
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[laura*]

I've been here a while and've posted a few times. It's probably time to introduce myself:

Real name: Laura

Where do you live? Coastal bedroom community for Silicon Valley (California).

Explanation of your handle: First name + wild card character representing Last name (also a pun on that name).

Explanation of your avatar: None yet.

Age (general or specific): 40something

Occupation: Computer geekette.

Favorite bike: Not enough bikes to have a favorite.

What's in your stable? New Voodoo Sobo XC MTB, 1994 Diamond Back Ascent MTB, 1985 Schwinn World Sport. (My dad's old late-80's 63cm Nishiki is also here - but too big for me.)

What's not in your stable anymore? 1990 Diamond Back Ascent EX MTB (stolen :( ), 1970's Sears heavy steel "10-speed" (worn out and yard saled), mom's 1970's Raleigh 3-spd (yard saled), and a little kid's bike (?).

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? According to the cable driven speedometer on the Sears bike, 40 MPH in a 25 MPH zone coming down a hill while in college. :eek: I'm smarter and more cautious now. :p

Another picture of yourself or your ride? Waiting on warmer and drier weather.

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: (Sitting here all silent and innocent looking. :rolleyes: )

Most memorable moment on my bike: While I was a teenager, city sewers were installed in my neighborhood. All the roads were a mess and the main road was even blocked off. I was riding no handed. Suddenly I saw I was headed right for a big pothole. I leaned forward to grab the bars - but too late. The front wheel went into the hole - I fell off the back of the bike - bounced on my feet leaping forward - landed back on the saddle and kept riding. :D

Most fun ever had on a bike? Hmmm.


I've ridden off and on ever since I was given my first starter bike. The off years were because I either didn't have an appropriate bike, or my bike was broken. While looking for repair information, I found bikeforums.net and eventually joined. I also found this site. I joined to get away from the occasional hostility of the former site.

[jdubble]

Real name: jj

Where do you live? portland, or

Explanation of your handle: play on an old nickname - "double j"

Explanation of your avatar: er, i don't have one yet?

Age (general or specific): 38

Occupation: part-time art registrar

Favorite bike: whichever one i'm riding

What's in your stable? torelli corsa strada and sweetpea mixte and the rear half of our sycip tandem.

Fastest speed on a road bike? dunno. i don't have a cyclocomputer

Another picture of yourself or your ride? here's one of me on our babysitter's bike a few weeks ago, heading to my son's elementary school auction.

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3634/3421370873_26d0f6031c_m.jpg

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: i don't know that i've told any true whoppers.

Most memorable moment on my bike: many memorable moments from our tandem trip down highway 1 from palo alto to san luis opisbo in september 2002. that was a great trip.

Most fun ever had on a bike? the night that the picture above was taken was pretty darn fun. we didn't ride far, but it was a great night and it was fun to bike around town in a full-length gown :)

[jesvetmed]

Welcome Laura, Kerry and JJ!
JJ... Sweetpea is BEAUTIFUL!!!

[jdubble]

Welcome Laura, Kerry and JJ!
JJ... Sweetpea is BEAUTIFUL!!!

thanks. i think we crossposted. i had deleted the link (http://www.flickr.com/photos/52346770@N00/sets/72157617611394766/) 'cos i got all self-conscious, but i guess that's silly. :o

[BellaMTB]

Real name: Jan
Where do you live? Bay Area, CA

Explanation of your handle: Just had to make up something quick to post, so I put the name of my bike (Santa Cruz Superlight)

Explanation of your avatar: Avatar? Don't have one yet.

Age 50

Occupation: Health Professional

Favorite bike: My new custom SC Superlight - a totally kick-@#% (midlife crisis) bike! (I keep rationalizing that it's SO much better than an expensive sports car or new boyfriend, right? At least, that's what I've been telling my husband.)

What's in your stable? Besides the Superlight; a Specialized Epic

Fastest speed on a road bike? I avoid riding on the road and road bikes - the skinny tires and cars scare me.

Another picture of yourself or your ride? None yet

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I probably blanked it out -- No wait, it was telling DH how much I spent on the new bike ;)

Most memorable moment on my bike: On the podium at Sea Otter -- No wait, it was probably SPDing on my new bike starting at the bottom of a hill in front of about 7 guys. Ouch!!!

Most fun ever had on a bike? So many fun rides - can't pick one.

[sweetpotatopie]

Real name: Erika
Where do you live? Hampton, Virginia

Explanation of your handle: I like sweet potato pie . . . it was my screenname throughout high school and college. Cheesecake is my favorite desert, but I think that made me sound a little too "snacky"

Explanation of your avatar: It's my bike!

Age (general or specific) 24

Occupation: Naval Officer

Favorite bike: I've only had one road bike, a vintage Dawes. My husband has a Trek and it's a little small for me, but I love it!

What's in your stable? 1991 Dawes, Trek 1500 (I think..), and a couple of mountain bikes

Fastest speed on a road bike? Good question. I'm knew to cycling, so not sure yet! I can tell you all about my marathon times, but I need a bit before I can answer this one :p

Most memorable moment on my bike: My husband and I signed up for a "downhill bicycle tour" through Jamaica on our honeymoon . . . it was a few hours down a VERY steep mountain. The brakes were completely worn because everyone just braked the whole time. It was quite the experience . . .

Most fun ever had on a bike? Our first "long" ride. We took our old bikes to the Outer Banks and rode 30 miles, had an amazing seafood lunch, and rode home.

[HillSlugger]

Real name: Erika
Where do you live? Hampton, Virginia

Explanation of your handle: I like sweet potato pie . . . it was my screenname throughout high school and college. Cheesecake is my favorite desert, but I think that made me sound a little too "snacky"


Welcome! Mmm, cheesecake!

[nolemom]

Real name: Beth
Where do you live? Sebring, Florida

Explanation of your handle: Both my husband and I graduated from Florida State University (the Seminoles) and now my oldest son is a sophomore there and our other son will start there this summer.

Explanation of your avatar: I haven't picked one yet.

Age (general or specific) 46

Occupation: Community College History Professor

Favorite bike: Trek Madone 5.2 (I have never ridden anything but my current 2 bikes)

What's in your stable? Trek Madone 5.2; Trek Pilot 5.1

Fastest speed on a road bike? Fastest time with a record - 30 mph on the flats but with one heck of a tailwind

Most memorable moment on my bike: My husband and I rented road bikes while in Estes Park, Colorado. It was my first time ever on a road bike and we planned to do a relatively easy 10 mile ride. We missed a turn and I found myself flying down a very steep road with major switchbacks - only to find out that I now had to ride up it to get back on track. I had to walk my bike for a portion of it.

Most fun ever had on a bike? Seems to be the latest ride. Probably the last metric ride because everyone in the group stayed together and then went out after. I love the people in our bike group - they are like family.:)
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[Missy24]

Real name: Rowena
Where do you live? Melbourne, Australia

Explanation of your handle: I've been called Missy since I was little, my mum says its cause I'm a little snooty sometimes :rolleyes: and 24 cause I'm 24!

Explanation of your avatar: Upside down picture of me in a placed called the Brickfields in Launceston, Tasmania. I was waiting for a friend.

Age (general or specific): 25 Sept 1984

Occupation: Corporate Receptionist

Favorite bike: 2009 Scott CONTESSA PLASMA 20sp

What's in your stable? 2009 Scott CONTESSA SPEEDSTER 30sp

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 35km/h, Sydney Road, Last week

Another picture of yourself or your ride? It wont let me do it... :rolleyes:


What is the biggest lie you've ever told: Gosh... not sure

Most memorable moment on my bike: Riding my first 100km... last 10km was a killer, now the first 100km is easy so's the next 80km... after that its mind over matter, with a lot of muscle!

Most fun ever had on a bike? Learning how to use cleats, especially the falling part! Oh and riding well, with confidence and no fear!