Yet another new kid. Hey!

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09-17-2006, 09:50 AM
katie

Yet another new kid. Hey!

Hey guys, I thought I would introduce myself before I started giving out my two cents (if it's worth even that much)! My name's Katie, I live in the California Bay Area and I love bikes of all sorts. I currently have only one bike, an old 70's Peugeot steel monster converted to a fixed-wheel and I absolutely love it and would never trade it in for anything... not to mention it's my mode of transportation to get about the city. I'm starting to build a road bike and get into the wide and varied world of road cycling. Woot! So, hello, my name is Katie and I'm addicted to bicycles.
09-17-2006, 10:24 AM
melissam

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Originally Posted by katie

So, hello, my name is Katie and I'm addicted to bicycles.

Hi, Katie!!! :)

Welcome to the TE Forum, where we relate our experience, strength, and hope about bike riding.

If you have a minute or two, check out this thread and sign in!

http://forums.teamestrogen.com/showthread.php?t=2001

-- Melissa

PS A group of us are going to do the Velogirls ride next Saturday. Not sure if you'd want to do it on the fixie. Anyway, if you're interested, here's the thread:

http://forums.teamestrogen.com/showthread.php?t=9622
09-17-2006, 10:45 AM
Popoki_Nui

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Originally Posted by katie

I currently have only one bike, an old 70's Peugeot steel monster converted to a fixed-wheel and I absolutely love it and would never trade it in for anything. So, hello, my name is Katie and I'm addicted to bicycles.

Oooo...vintage steel...and French steel at that! :D Welcome, Katie, from another bike addict (and proud owner of a 70's Gitane, that I would also never never never part with).

~Sherry.
09-17-2006, 10:54 AM
spindizzy

Yet another newbie!

Ok, I've started to give my 2 cents worth without a proper intro. Rude I am! My apologies!:o

My name is Audrey. I live in Mississauga Ontario, Canada. Was an avid commuter cyclist in Toronto when I lived there - moved to the burbs, had kids and decided last year it was about time I re-connected with some of the things I love, and take some time for me. I'm back. Am competing in duathlons (did 2 this year) with my new love, my Cannondale R1000. Love, love, love my bike! (I think it loves me too) Looking forward to meeting everyone.
09-17-2006, 12:01 PM
RoadRaven

Popoki... purrrrty bike...

Welcome Katie... any bike is a good bike, and if you're addicted then I'm sure this forum will inspire you to add more pretty essentials to your stable :rolleyes:

Enjoy being here - its a great forum!
09-17-2006, 02:24 PM
withm

Sigh.... that photo really took me back a few years. My first 10 spd was a Gitane, purchased in 1976. It is kind of a burgundy/purple color. I loved that bike (still have it actually) but it needs some serious work to be safely rideable again. I put a LOT of miles on that bike.
09-17-2006, 08:17 PM
katie

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Originally Posted by melissam

PS A group of us are going to do the Velogirls ride next Saturday. Not sure if you'd want to do it on the fixie. Anyway, if you're interested, here's the thread:

Hey Melissa! Thanks for the invite but sadly I work every Saturday and Sunday so I can never ride with the VeloGirls, much to my chagrin but hopefully this will change soon, I'll probably be on the fix for atleast a week if not three but I hear that patience is a virtue so we'll see how things turn out. Thanks to all the welcomers and well-wishers!

PS: Sherry, your Gitane is AWESOME!
09-17-2006, 08:28 PM
Popoki_Nui

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Originally Posted by katie

Hey Melissa! Thanks for the invite but sadly I work every Saturday and Sunday so I can never ride with the VeloGirls, much to my chagrin but hopefully this will change soon, I'll probably be on the fix for atleast a week if not three but I hear that patience is a virtue so we'll see how things turn out. Thanks to all the welcomers and well-wishers!

PS: Sherry, your Gitane is AWESOME!

Gee...thanks! :o Her name is Geri, and next year will be our 30th year together :eek:
Do you have any pix of your Peugeot fixie...? I know I'd sure love to see some..maybe others would too.
09-17-2006, 08:30 PM
Popoki_Nui

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Originally Posted by spindizzy

Ok, I've started to give my 2 cents worth without a proper intro. Rude I am! My apologies!:o

My name is Audrey. I live in Mississauga Ontario, Canada. Was an avid commuter cyclist in Toronto when I lived there - moved to the burbs, had kids and decided last year it was about time I re-connected with some of the things I love, and take some time for me. I'm back. Am competing in duathlons (did 2 this year) with my new love, my Cannondale R1000. Love, love, love my bike! (I think it loves me too) Looking forward to meeting everyone.

Welcome from another Canuck, eh! :D

~Sherry in Victoria.