Getting to Know You!

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Hi all,

I've been enjoying reading the posts over the summer since I started getting back on the bike and commuting (17 mi each way--glad there's a shower at work!). I recently starting adding my 2cents into the forums:

Real name: Susan
Where do you live? Seattle, WA

Explanation of your handle: I love cycling and golf... though the last half sometimes describes my pace! (I tried racing for a couple summers, but not my thing--great admiration for those who do!)

Explanation of your avatar: On the sidewalks in Amsterdam--just love it!

Age (general or specific): documents say 40...

Occupation: "Quality" Engineer--solving problems others create!

Favorite bike: my Mercian "King of Mercia"

What's in your stable? Mercian "King of Mercia" road bike--gorgeous steel frame w/ various Shimano drive train components/stem, Mavic hubs/rims, fizik Arione saddle (awesome!), and a classic Bridgestone RB-5--a "suspension-free" mntn bike (out to pasture for the moment). Seems rather vintage, now, but they are great rides!

Fastest speed on a road bike? where? when? 55 mph or so coming down off a hill in Eugene, OR back in '92 or so. Most recent top speed = upper 30s commuting into work...

Another picture of yourself or your ride? I do have photos of my "baby"

What is the biggest lie you've ever told: "Oh, that's OK"

Most memorable moment on my bike: Going 55mph!

Most fun ever had on a bike? This summer = riding on the velodrome at Marymoor park--makes you ride faster and do more laps than you think you can! It was a blast!