Hi! One idea to find more women riders-- out on the road. I carry a few business cards in my jersey pocket to hand out to other women riders, since I found that in most instances when I did meet someone on the road, we never called each other because we didn't have pens and couldn't remember someone's last name/phone number until we got home. I also stop women riders I see when I'm in my car. I know it sounds crazy, but women riders seem to be few and far between so you have to jump at the chance when you get it. Also, consider participating in a large-scale organized ride in your area. I usually meet tons of women in such events. Sometimes you get lucky and they live nearby. The biggest problem is carving out a mutually agreeable time. Most women who ride either work or have kids, so they have this tiny window where they can get out on the road. Just tell everyone you know that you're looking for women to ride with. I met one of my best riding partners through my babysitter! She knew I rode, and when a new neighbor moved in next door to her, she noticed the road bike and Burley in her garage and hooked us up!



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