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We moved to Vt when I was 14y/o. We lived in a small town (Newbrury) north of White River Junction and south of St. Jay. I used to go to Burlington to visit friends at UVM (I went to college in Maine).Quote:
Originally Posted by greenmtngrrl
It is a great state! I miss it, a lot and wish I still had family there!
Real name: Tara
Where do you live? Westford, MA, but I grew up outside Burlington Vermont and that still feels like home too.
Explanation of your handle: My handle is usually ChocolatePizzaRedWine, for the three reasons I started riding, but this board shortened it.
Explanation of your avatar: Haven't found a suitable one yet...
Age (general or specific): 40-something, but I feel 20-something.
Occupation: I teach things... Indoor cycling, water aerobics, children's swim lessons currently.
Favorite bike: My high-end Sequoia Specialized. Very cushy. I'm willing to sacrifice a little speed for comfort.
What's in your stable? See above, plus a Giant MB and a couple of old Trek hand-me-downs from my hubby.
Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 40mph going down a hill in Harvard MA. I usually "whoop!" when I break the speed limit on my bike, but not that time. I was too scared!
Another picture of yourself or your ride? I'll have to figure out how to do that.
What is the biggest lie you've ever told: "I weigh 129 pounds."
Most memorable moment on my bike: Finishing my first century a month before I turned 40.
Why? When I was young, I was diagnosed with a neuromuscular disease called myasthenia gravis. My parents were told that I'd be in a wheelchair by the time I was 25, I wouldn't be able to lift my arms by the time I was 30, and I'd be dead shortly thereafter. Thanks to some medical advances and a lot of luck, I'm not. Riding 100 miles in one day was something I never dreamed I could do. I cried when I crossed the finishline.
Most fun ever had on a bike? It's all fun!
Welcome to the board chocolate: I cried with you my friend, what a inspiration!! Westford, MA? are you flooded out or doing ok??
Welcome, all!
Choc/Pizza/R--what a story. Can you imagine the joy you'd bring if you were to show up to say "hi" to the docs who told your parents you'd be gone by now? It is so great to be wrong about something like that. Congratulations on your triumph.
Katie--love the mud! What a great ride.
Brandy--what beautiful pictures of you and your family. In the next year, we'll be seeing shots of you and your husband on bikes! ;)
Glad to have you, and all the other newbies here. It's a fun place.
We're okay, but some of the areas nearby have been hit pretty hard. In one of the towns I teach in, they were paddling canoes down the streets on Monday. Eeek!Quote:
Originally Posted by CorsairMac
Thanks for the welcome everyone! I've been lurking here for a while, and it's nice to step out of the shadows!
Take care,
Tara
Real name: Catherine
Where do you live? Greensboro, NC (moved here 1.5 years ago from FL but I've also lived in the Poconos (PA), the Boston area, Michigan, Wisconsin and I was born in Minnesota)
Explanation of your handle: It's a long story, but on another forum, I was known as GLC (for GuinnessLovinCat) and I wanted to change it to join a more 'health' oriented forum. I picked GirlLovesCycling and it stuck. I shortened it to GLC1968 (my birth year) when I came here.
Explanation of your avatar: Haven't gotten around to adding one yet... Now I have!!! My avitar is a pic of me in my one and only modeling gig. This is the box cover for one of the Nerf Trucks back in the 70's...real high profile, huh?! :p
Age (general or specific) 38
Occupation: RF Engineer
Favorite bike: Haven't found her yet! ;)
What's in your stable? 2004 Fuji Roubaix and a very old Specialized Rock Hopper (1996?)
Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 35.7mph...on a long down hill...on a lunch-time ride here in NC.
Another picture of yourself or your ride? OK - this was right after I started riding...a lot of the gear has changed since then...
http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL65/.../108052541.jpg
What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I remember lying about having done something bad as a kid and letting my little brother take the blame for it. It was 20 years before I ever admitted to it. It still bothers me to this day, but he's gotten over it (mostly)!
Most memorable moment on my bike: My first ride (on a road bike)...My husband and I went out on a 17 or so mile loop. We live in a hilly area and this route was mostly rolling hills. I was already in great CV shape, so I was able to really crank up the hills and then FLY down them. (I left my husband in the dust) It was so incredibly exhilerating. I was amazed at how much fun a road bike could be...I think I even 'whooped' once or twice on a few downhills. :o
Most fun ever had on a bike? Besides the above ride...on the MS Tour I rode in last year, there was a short while on the second day where my little group of 3 riders was able to jump on the tail of a long line of FAST riders. We were easily pulled along at WAY faster than we had been riding and for a few minutes, it really felt like we were flying! It was a rockin' good time until one of our group broke a spoke and we had to pull over.
Stella - where did you go to school? I went to Bates a L O N G time ago. :)Quote:
We moved to Vt when I was 14y/o. We lived in a small town (Newbrury) north of White River Junction and south of St. Jay. I used to go to Burlington to visit friends at UVM (I went to college in Maine).
GLC, I went to UM at Farmington, ended up graduating from Roger Williams U in RI.
Here's a blast from the past--Were you at Bates when one of the Dean's was shot? I think it was '86?...I was dating one of his sons. (The Dean survived, for others reading this...it was a disgruntled student).
Real name: Amy
Where do you live? Walnut Creek, CA.
Explanation of your handle: I love my dogs!
Explanation of your avatar: Someday I’ll do that little picture thing.
Age (general or specific) 50. The big five-o, two weeks ago.
Occupation: Systems software engineer
Favorite bike: That would have to be my old Bianchi.
What's in your stable? TBD. I’m here because I might get a bike. I used to do a lot of riding twenty years ago. I’d like to start riding again, but the process of picking a bike seems pretty daunting. So I’m glad I found this site.
Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 45 on a lovely road somewhere near Santa Cruz. There were no cars. It was great!
Another picture of yourself or your ride? I stay safely behind the camera, but thanks for asking.
What is the biggest lie you've ever told: “Yeah, you look great in that outfit.”
Most memorable moment on my bike: It had to be getting to the top of Mount Hamilton. Also the first AIDs ride was quite something, I still talk about that whenever I drive up Highway 1. (drive, in a car, I still can’t believe we did that on a bike!)
Most fun ever had on a bike? Downhills!
welcome GLC and Dacshund.
Lise get over here, we found another dacshund fan!
And Dacshund lots of us here are the big 5-uh-oh, self included. Somewhere here there's a great thread "over 40, show of hands" we may have to bump up.
I'm glad you found TE too.Quote:
Originally Posted by dachshund
I called it the "big 5-oh" too (2 months ago). ;)
If you rode "a lot" 20 years ago you can ride even more now. Just *start* and the (new) bike will take you from there.
I'm behind you!!
(so you don't have to worry about being slow 'cos you're ahead of me!)
Real name: Jennifer
Where do you live? Georgia
Explanation of your handle: It is a goal of mine and I thought it was catchy :)
Explanation of your avatar: avatar??....you mean I could have an avatar?? Later
Age (general or specific) 34 on Oct. 11th another Libra
Occupation: retail sales in a very large store LOL
Favorite bike: Trek 7100
What's in your stable? Trek 7100, Schwinn mtn bike, and old red 3 speed from my childhood :)
Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 19 mph on a downhill stretch, need to do more riding. sigh!
Another picture of yourself or your ride? I don't have very many pixs of myself
What is the biggest lie you've ever told: I can't remember
Most memorable moment on my bike: Don't have any to tell, If I can get out of work more w/ my crazt hours, I might create some.
Most fun ever had on a bike? Anytime is a fun time for me :):)
Hi Dachshund! Like my avatar?!?!!! I, too, am a big fan of the short, smart, speedy, sleek, and loyal pup known as the dachshund! That is not a picture of my own dog, but one that snapdragen found me when I asked for avatar help. I just scanned some pictures of Schatzi, the 3/4 mini, 1/4 standard smooth coat black and tan dachshund, who graced us with her friendship for 19 years. She's with Orphan Annie, our English Setter, who came to us when Schatzi was 9 years old.
Argh--not enough time to fiddle with them this morning, but when I do get time, I'll post the pix. What about your doxies?
Welcome to the board! :) Lise
Lise,
Absolutely! I noticed that picture right off. I have two, a red smooth named Chili, and a black and tan long-hair named Wilson. They're somewhere between mini and standard in size. They are just the sweetest companions. They're 9 and 7 years old, respectively.
As a joke for my family, I made a website for them, which has some pictures: http://www.chili-wilson.com
Thanks Lise, and everyone! This seems like a great community. Glad I found it.
Amy
Stella - I was interviewing there the year he was shot. It was all the talk at my HS as we had a LOT of students apply to Bates! (I went to HS in the Boston area). That particular Dean taught my favorite class freshman year...he was great! I'd totally forgotten about that whole incident!!
Small world! :)
It is a small world. I forgot what he taught, but he was a really bright, nice, funny man! He was a good Dad to his sons.Quote:
Originally Posted by GLC1968
What did you study at Bates?
Sociology...bad choice! :p I ended up going back to school 7 years later to get a degree in Engineering. I'm a math/science geek! :cool:Quote:
Originally Posted by stella
The class I took with him was what they called a Freshman Seminar...only 8 - 12 students. They were on all sorts of topics and were designed to let the freshman have at least one class that was small and more personal (unlike 120 student Psych101). My seminar was called something like Black American History...really interesting class. :)
Welcome to the board one and all!!
GLC: love the explanation behind your ID. Nix pix too!!
Dachshund: my parents have 2 of them too. Both smooth coats....they've always loved them.
Wanna: but of Course you can do a century and what a great place to come to to get support!!
I love animals too. I have a bunch of cats, 2 bantam chickens, and a golden/collie who's 12 yrs old. Also I go to college p/t. History major. I love Doxies too.
Oh my Goodness! How adorable are your dogs, Dachshund!!!! Thanks for the links! I'm a dog lover in general and I'm sure people wonder about me when I run up and start talking baby talk to their dogs! Oh, and they are all 'puppies' even if they are 100 years old! :p
Tracy
LOL - I just call all dogs sweethearts and I can't tell you the number of times the owners have asked me if I'm talking to Them - or the dogs??!
Thanks! I'm always veering towards the lunatic fringe with dog obsession, so thank you for your support. :)
We'll help ya shop, Dach! Welcome to the board! :DQuote:
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~BikeMomma
Real name: Stacy
Where do you live? Illinois
Explanation of your handle: my dogs' name...I call her Sandygirl
Explanation of your avatar: Need to get one.
Age (general or specific) late 40's
Occupation: business to business sales
Favorite bike: I have Trek 6000 mountain bike, barely used but want to use it more! I would consider getting a different bike since I ride on pavement..just don't know where to start to look...been reading the archives since I found this site.
What's in your stable? Trek Mountain-6000, red.
Fastest speed on a road bike? I don't go fast.
Another picture of yourself or your ride? hmmmmmm will work on that!
What is the biggest lie you've ever told: Let's do lunch! Don't we all??
Most memorable moment on my bike: Hitting the front brakes first and tumbling forward in a flip...and I was getting ready to take off! Very embarassing!
Most fun ever had on a bike? Always when riding with friends. Riding the Katy Trail in Missouri
Malady: I have a fear of fitness! I do yoga, pilates, weights, treadmill, etc. but I need to step it up and commit to lose my mid-life gain. Too fleshy for my height. Have to cut back on portions and add bicycling to my workouts. Not looking to do "century" rides...just looking to build time and distance....for fitness.
Real name: Cathy
Where do you live? Bedford, MA
Explanation of your handle: I like to think I am faster than I really am :D
Explanation of your avatar: avatar??....you mean I could have an avatar??
Age (general or specific) 38 on May 11
Occupation: Program Manager
Favorite bike: I would love an Orbea...
What's in your stable? Cannondale (aluminum) and Mongoose (titanium) road bikes, Cannondale TT bike, Cross bike, Santa Cruz Bullit, Singlespee, Cannondale Road Tandem (with another on the way to be built specifically for TT).
Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 58 mph descending from Wachusett on our trusty tandem last season.
Another picture of yourself or your ride? Will post 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!)
Most memorable moment on my bike: There are so many! This year, in late March, my husband and I decided to do a VERY early season attack on the NH notches. Started out coming down Crawford Notch, and then climbed the still seasonally closed Bear Notch. Had to clear some snow patches here, which was quite a challenge. Headed over the Kanc to Franconia Notch - this one involved 5 miles of snow covered bike path! :eek: At mile 63, this was not a lot of fun - there was swearing, crying, AND bike throwing! I managed to finish our 80 mile ride though, and was still smiling at the end.
Most fun ever had on a bike? Any time on my bike is a fun time! I use this as a social activity as much as a workout/stress reliever.
WELCOME!!!!!! To all newbies!! love rading about all of you.
Welcome SandyGirl and SheFly!
Sandy: You could just put some slicker tires on your MTB and it would help make the street riding smoother. Although I subscribe to the premise that one can Never have too many bikes - they do start to whine just a little when I walk by one that hasn't been ridden in awhile (like my MTB! LOL)
SheFly: TT on a tandem?? Now ThAT sounds like a blast!!! I would Love to see a pix of your TT Tandem!
Real name: Wendy
Where do you live? Reston, Virginia
Explanation of your handle: Arabian Nights- I have spent the majority of the last two years in the Middle East and most of that time in Iraq.
Explanation of your avatar: avatar??....you mean I could have an avatar??
Age (general or specific) 41
Occupation: Accounting- Gov't Contractor
Favorite bike: A Colnago would be nice!
What's in your stable? Cannondale R1000
Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? Not sure- very new rider. 20mph?
Another picture of yourself or your ride? I'd have to hunt around for pics- don't have many.
What is the biggest lie you've ever told: Probably the "I'll ride this everyday" one I told myself in the shop when I bought my bike!
Most memorable moment on my bike: So far, that would be huffing up the hill to my home and absolutely running out of steam then forgetting to uncleat my shoes from the pedals. You know how that went :)
Most fun ever had on a bike? Going down the hill my home is on.
hi, am Rick, 23 and I live in UK. I dont have time for bike riding, and am mostly in my car. I'm an architect. Hmm, datz it. :rolleyes:
CorsairMac, thanks for the tip...never even thought of changing out the tires on the Mtn bike...cheaper than a new one at this time. I will look into it!
Sandy
Shere: welcome back home! and welcome to the board. Have you wandered over to BikeJournal.com yet?? it's a free site to log your rides on and we've got a team over there tracking our miles. It's surprising how motivating it can be- I mean - if you're looking for an excuse to Not have the "I'll ride this one every day" be your biggest lie anymore! :D
SandyGirl: my friend here rode her first every 1/2 century on a MTB with road slicks on it. well....or she started to anyway, then flatted, then had the Specialized guy loan her His custom road bike..........anyway - it's the perfect compromise until you can afford another bike! Or...it's the perfect commuter bike!! ;)
CorsairMac, thanks for the great encouragement. LOVE your city!! I spend my anniversary weekend there last June. Wonderful!! Could not even think about biking up the Turq Trail tho!! Tourist, that I am!
Sandy
Real name: Claire
Where do you live? Cork, Ireland
Explanation of your handle: I'm no Latin scholar, but I believe it's Latin for "I row". Since bikes weren't invented in Roman times, I don't think there's any Latin for "I cycle"!
Age (general or specific) 24.85 years
Occupation: Engineer
What's in your stable? Specialized Sequoia, Cahill Hybrid
Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 65km/hr on a long descent on a good straight road, last summer.
What is the biggest lie you've ever told: Of course I've been training every day!
Most memorable moment on my bike: Cycling a full 4 miles in one go 3 years ago, and realising that this was a viable means of transport! It was a very sweaty revealation, but more or less changed my life!
Most fun ever had on a bike? Racing my boyfriend, who is the fastest creature in the world on two legs, but not so speedy on two wheels. :)
Hey remigo,
Welcome to our humble, funky, informative and sometimes chaotic board!
What kind of engineer are you???
Have a good one!
Cheryl
Thank you! I've been lurking for a few week, so I know what lovely ladies frequent these pages!
I'm an electrical engineer, for a utility company. Not terribly exciting but it pays the bills. Are you an engineer too?
Welcome to the board Remigo!! I was LOL when I read your yrs "24.85"....I kinda figured you were an enigeer!! ;) I was in Ireland a few years ago but never made it to Cork *cigh*! I have every reason to believe you're our first Irish lass, really looking forward to hearing about cycling in your world!!
Ya' know, EE's aren't *that* precise. :D Glad to have another electrical engineer here. Enjoy your career in power.
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ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh! Now it get it. You are the crafty one pkq......:D
**someday, someone is going to say, wtf is snap babbling about?**
remigo, I think that's way cool! I was an electronics technicial years ago, before I got hooked on programming. It's still a useful skill. Being able to rewire stuff around the house is pretty satisfying.
-Amy
Y'know, I'm actually quite reluctant to do any of my own electrical work - I am doubly nervous of electrical power because (a) all the safety warnings we get at work (b) imagine the embarassment if I did electrocute myself! I can see the headlines "Electrocuted Engineer in Shock Shame". :eek:Quote:
Originally Posted by dachshund
At the moment, it involves a lot of rain gear - it's the wettest May we've had in decades. :(Quote:
Originally Posted by CorsairMac
*smilie is blue with the cold*
Thanks for the welcomes!